Dumpster Rental in Golden, Colorado
Roll-off dumpster rental for historic-home remodels, roofing tear-offs, cleanouts, and construction debris across Golden, the Clear Creek corridor, and west Jefferson County.
Roll Off Dumpster Rental in Golden: What to Know
Golden is one of the oldest towns on the Front Range. The City says it was founded in 1859 as a mining supply town, and its West Downtown neighborhoods, including 12th Street and College Hill, sit in the original 1859 town plat. Golden has three locally designated historic districts, and the 12th Street Historic District was listed on the National Register in 1983. Older homes there, in Goosetown, and in the 8th and 9th Street area produce plaster, lath, old flooring, and the occasional surprise inside a wall.
Street placement takes planning in Golden. The City requires a Right-of-Way Permit for dumpsters and storage pods in the public right-of-way, which includes streets, sidewalks, parking lanes, and alleys. Applications are due three working days before placement. Every right-of-way occupancy needs a traffic control plan that follows the MUTCD, and "NO PARK" signs go up 24 hours ahead. No right-of-way occupancy is allowed on City-recognized holidays, so a holiday-weekend street delivery is off the table.
Rolloff Dumpster Finder helps Golden homeowners and contractors compare roll-off options. Availability depends on which providers cover your address. Households in the City's Pay-As-You-Throw program get one free large-item pickup per calendar year, which handles a sofa or a few doors. It does not take cement, dirt, rocks, bricks, or steel, so remodel and demolition debris still needs a container. When you request quotes, include the address, project type, and placement plan. Ask about the weight allowance, overage rate, and extension fee.
How Is a Dumpster Rental Priced in Golden?
Pricing depends on container size, debris type, weight, rental period, delivery location, and landfill disposal fees. When you compare Golden quotes, check the included days and tons, not just the headline number.
| Dumpster Size | Common Uses | How It's Priced |
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| 10 Yard | Brick, rock, and concrete loads, garage cleanouts, single-room remodels | Flat-rate quote; ask included tons |
| 15 Yard | Bathroom remodels, plaster and lath removal, basement cleanouts, landscaping debris | Flat-rate quote; ask included tons |
| 20 Yard | Roofing tear-offs, kitchen remodels, historic-home guts, full home cleanouts | Flat-rate quote; ask included tons |
| 30 Yard | Estate cleanouts, large renovations, additions, mixed construction debris | Flat-rate quote; ask included tons |
| 40 Yard | Major construction, commercial projects, large multi-room demolition | Flat-rate quote; ask included tons |
Actual pricing varies based on dumpster size, debris type, weight, rental period, delivery address, and provider availability. Street, alley, or parking-lane placement in Golden requires a City Right-of-Way Permit and a traffic control plan, which are not included in rental pricing. Apply at least three working days ahead.
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What Size Dumpster Do You Need?
For many Golden homeowners, a 20-yard dumpster covers most remodels, roofing jobs, and whole-home cleanouts without being oversized. Here is the full breakdown by container size.
10 Yard
~3 pickup truck loads
- Small garage or room cleanout
- Minor bathroom remodel
- Small roofing job
- Yard debris cleanup
The smallest standard container. Right for focused, single-space jobs.
15 Yard
~4.5 pickup truck loads
- Bathroom remodel
- Medium cleanout
- Deck removal (small)
- Landscaping debris
A good middle option when a 10-yard feels tight but a 20-yard seems excessive.
20 Yard
~6 pickup truck loads
- Kitchen or basement remodel
- Full roof tear-off
- Whole-home cleanout
- Deck removal (large)
The most-booked size. Handles most remodels, roofing jobs, and full-home cleanouts comfortably.
30 Yard
~9 pickup truck loads
- Large renovation
- Estate cleanout
- New construction cleanup
- Mixed C&D debris
Step up to a 30-yard when the job is big or when you want buffer room to avoid a second pull.
40 Yard
~12 pickup truck loads
- Major construction project
- Commercial renovation
- Large demolition
- Multi-unit cleanout
The largest standard container. Typically reserved for commercial jobs and major construction.
Not sure which size fits your project? Read the dumpster size guide.
Common Golden Dumpster Rental Projects
From older neighborhood renovations to new construction debris, here are the project types we most commonly help Golden-area customers with.
Historic Home Remodels
Plaster and lath from older homes in the 12th Street and East Street historic districts weigh more than drywall. A 15 or 20-yard is common for a room-by-room gut. If the property is designated, check with the City of Golden Planning Department about exterior work before demolition starts.
Roofing Tear-Offs
A 20-yard container holds most residential tear-offs by volume. A full roof commonly produces 3–5 tons, and the weight included with a 20-yard varies by provider, often 2–4 tons. Confirm the allowance before loading.
Kitchen & Bath Remodels
Porcelain sinks, toilets, and tubs are on the City's large-item pickup list, but a full kitchen or bath gut produces far more than one pickup covers. Cast iron is excluded from that pickup. A 15-yard fits most single-kitchen remodels. A 20-yard handles a kitchen and bathroom together.
Basement & Garage Cleanouts
A typical garage cleanout fits in a 10-yard. A full basement with furniture and storage usually needs a 15 or 20-yard. Keep paint, chemicals, and batteries out of the load.
Home Cleanouts
If the job is a few large items, use the free annual Pay-As-You-Throw pickup first. A full-house cleanout is a different job and typically fills a 20-yard.
Estate Cleanouts
Long-held homes near downtown and in the older neighborhoods can hold decades of contents. Plan on a 20 or 30-yard. Appliances with refrigerant, paint, and chemicals are commonly prohibited, so pull them before loading.
Construction Debris
Additions, deck rebuilds, and basement finishes produce framing lumber, drywall, and mixed debris. A 20 or 30-yard is common. Contractors working in the Golden right-of-way must be registered with the City and carry general liability insurance.
Concrete, Brick & Rock
The City's large-item pickup excludes cement, dirt, rocks, and bricks. Those go in a heavy-debris container, often a 10-yard or smaller. They reach the weight limit well before the container looks full.
Yard Waste & Landscaping
Branches and shrubs fill a container fast. The City's right-of-way guidelines prohibit depositing loose landscaping material, such as topsoil or mulch, in a city street. Keep deliveries and debris piles on your property.
Dumpster Placement in Golden: Driveways, Alleys & Street Access
Dumpster placement in Golden depends on your lot and whether the container needs any part of the public right-of-way, including alleys and parking lanes.
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Driveway or other private-property placement is the simplest setup in Golden.
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Dumpsters in the public right-of-way need a City of Golden Right-of-Way Permit. That includes streets, sidewalks, parking lanes, alleys, trails, and bike lanes. Apply through the City's permitting portal at least three working days before placement.
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Every right-of-way occupancy needs a traffic control plan that follows the MUTCD. "NO PARK" signs must be posted 24 hours before the container occupies parking.
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No right-of-way occupancy is allowed on City of Golden recognized holidays. Permits are date-specific, so contact the City's permit coordinator to extend one.
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Parking permits are required in some areas near the Colorado School of Mines and on certain streets near downtown. Check the block before planning street placement.
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Older lots in the West Downtown and North Clear Creek neighborhoods can be tight. Measure driveway length, width, and overhead clearance, and tell the provider about any slope.
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When in doubt, confirm placement requirements with your rental provider before scheduling delivery.
What Can You Put in a Roll Off Dumpster?
Accepted and restricted items vary by provider and disposal facility. Always confirm with your rental company if you have items you are not sure about.
Commonly Accepted
- Household junk and furniture
- Construction lumber and wood
- Drywall and plaster
- Flooring (carpet, hardwood, tile)
- Roofing shingles and materials
- Yard waste (check with provider)
- Non-hazardous renovation debris
- Metal scraps and fixtures
- Glass and windows
- Cardboard and packaging
Commonly Restricted
- Paint and solvents
- Chemicals and pesticides
- Motor oil and automotive fluids
- Propane tanks
- Batteries (car and household)
- Tires
- Appliances containing refrigerants (freon)
- Asbestos-containing materials
- Hazardous waste of any kind
- Electronics (e-waste) — varies by provider
- Concrete, dirt, brick, asphalt (require special heavy-debris containers)
For the full list of accepted and prohibited items, read our guide to what can go in a roll-off dumpster.
Golden Neighborhoods & Surrounding Areas
Rolloff Dumpster Finder helps customers across Golden neighborhoods and the surrounding metro area. Availability may vary by delivery location.
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How Dumpster Rental Works in Golden
Four steps from first contact to final pickup.
Tell us about your project
Share your city, project type, and approximate debris volume. The more specific you are, the more accurate the quote.
Choose the right size
Pick a container size based on your project. Use the size guide above or ask — getting the size right the first time avoids paying for a second pull.
Schedule delivery
Confirm a delivery date and placement location. Make sure the area is clear of vehicles, overhead lines, and any access obstacles before the truck arrives.
Fill it and call for pickup
Fill the container at your pace during the rental period. When you're done, call for pickup. Pickup is included in your flat-rate quote to the stated weight limit.
Golden Dumpster Rental — Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does dumpster rental cost in Golden?
- Your quote depends on the provider, container size, rental period, included weight, and delivery address. Street, alley, or parking-lane placement adds a City right-of-way permit, which is not part of the rental price.
- Can I put a dumpster on the street in Golden?
- Yes, with a City of Golden Right-of-Way Permit. The City requires the application three working days before placement, a traffic control plan that follows the MUTCD, and "NO PARK" signs posted 24 hours ahead. No right-of-way occupancy is allowed on City holidays.
- Can a dumpster go in an alley in Golden?
- Only with a permit. Golden counts alleys as public right-of-way, along with streets, sidewalks, parking lanes, trails, and bike lanes. If your lot has room off the alley on private property, that avoids the permit.
- Will Golden's large-item pickup handle my cleanout?
- Sometimes. Pay-As-You-Throw households get one free large-item pickup per calendar year through 5280 Waste Solutions at 303-277-8727. It takes furniture, porcelain fixtures, bundled carpet, and doors. It does not take cement, dirt, rocks, bricks, steel, cast iron, tires, or electronics.
- What size dumpster do I need for an older Golden home remodel?
- Plaster and lath are heavier than drywall, so one gutted room can fill a 10-yard by weight. A 15 or 20-yard is common for a multi-room remodel. Tell the provider about plaster, tile, or brick so the weight allowance fits the job.
- Can I rent a dumpster for roofing debris in Golden?
- Yes. A 20-yard handles most residential tear-offs by volume. A full roof commonly produces 3–5 tons, and the weight included with a 20-yard varies by provider, often 2–4 tons. Confirm the allowance before the crew starts loading.
- What about concrete, dirt, or other heavy debris?
- Concrete, brick, dirt, and rock usually need a heavy-debris container, often a 10-yard or smaller. They reach the weight limit well before the container looks full. Tell the provider exactly what is going in.
- How quickly can I get a dumpster delivered in Golden?
- Delivery timing depends on the provider, your address, and the season, so confirm the date when you book. Driveway delivery has no City lead time. Street placement needs the right-of-way application three working days ahead and signs posted 24 hours before.
- What can I not put in a Golden dumpster?
- Paint, solvents, motor oil, batteries, propane tanks, tires, appliances with refrigerant, and asbestos-containing material are commonly prohibited in standard roll-off containers. Restricted items vary by provider and disposal facility, so ask for the full list before loading.
- Do you serve nearby areas like Lakewood, Arvada, Wheat Ridge, and Denver?
- Yes. Rolloff Dumpster Finder helps customers across Jefferson County and the west Denver metro, including Lakewood, Arvada, Wheat Ridge, and Denver. Availability and pricing depend on which providers cover your delivery address.
Need a Roll Off Dumpster in Golden?
Cleaning out a home, remodeling a kitchen, tearing off a roof, or managing construction debris? Rolloff Dumpster Finder can help you find roll off dumpster options in the Golden area. Tips on choosing the right rental company.
Availability may vary. Pricing depends on debris type, weight, rental period, and delivery location.