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Dumpster Rental in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Look, Fort Lauderdale ain't easy for dumpster drops. The tight, often one-way streets in places like Las Olas Isles or Victoria Park make maneuvering a big rig a white-knuckle affair, especially with tourist traffic and parked cars. And that pervasive sandy soil? It's a real bastard. Heavy dumpsters will sink or tear up a soft spot in your yard or driveway faster than you can say 'permits,' so ground protection is non-negotiable, particularly in older neighborhoods like Colee Hammock with their dense layouts.

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Forget gentle breezes; we're talking about hurricane season. From June through November, a sudden squall can turn an uncovered dumpster into a debris cannon, or worse, fill it with enough water to make it overweight and unmovable. Even outside hurricane season, those daily summer downpours will saturate the ground, making any unprotected soft surface a sinkhole waiting to happen. Always tarp your load, and if you're not on solid concrete, get some sturdy plywood under those wheels.

Dumpster Rental Costs & Info in Fort Lauderdale

Avg. Cost (20-Yard)
$550
Permits
Disposal Rules
Monarch Hill Renewable Energy Park, up in Pompano. That's where most of the haulers go.

Local Dumpster Rental Regulations in Fort Lauderdale

Permit Requirements

If that dumpster touches public property – sidewalk, street, swale – you're looking at a Temporary Use of Public Right-of-Way Permit from the City of Fort Lauderdale's Public Works Department. Expect to shell out roughly $100-$150. No permit needed if it's strictly on your private concrete driveway, but good luck finding space for that in some of these older neighborhoods.

Disposal & Landfill Info

Landfill: Monarch Hill Renewable Energy Park, up in Pompano. That's where most of the haulers go.

Fees: They'll hit you for around $65 per ton for mixed municipal solid waste. C&D (Construction & Demolition) can sometimes be a bit less, closer to $55 a ton, but don't count on it always.

Residential & Construction Dumpster Sizes in Fort Lauderdale

Residential Friendly
10Yard

Fits in Fort Lauderdale driveways. Perfect for garage cleanouts.

~$415avg.
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Best Value
20Yard

The standard size for home renovations in FL.

$550avg.
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Construction
30Yard

For large demolition and commercial sites.

~$745avg.
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Dumpster Rental Companies in Fort Lauderdale

Wright Way Dumpster Rental

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7777 Davie Road Extension # 302B, Hollywood, FL 33024, United States

5
(55 reviews)
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Sunshine State Junk Removal & Dumpster Rental

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1332 SW 151st Ave, Sunrise, FL 33326, United States

5
(133 reviews)
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Metro Dumpster Rental Fort Lauderdale

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2630 W Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, United States

5
(22 reviews)
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Rapid Dumpster Rental Fort Lauderdale

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1 E Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, United States

5
(21 reviews)
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XS Trash

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620 NE 34th St, Pompano Beach, FL 33064, United States

5
(304 reviews)
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T & R Dumpster Rentals LLC

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16326 70th St N, Loxahatchee, FL 33470, United States

5
(15 reviews)
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Rapid Waste Services

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101 Commerce Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 33426, United States

5
(15 reviews)
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AA Dumpsters

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220 SW 29th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315, United States

4.9
(36 reviews)
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Driveway Safe Dumpster Rental

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2090 SW 71st Ter H4, Davie, FL 33317, United States

4.9
(143 reviews)
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Bin There Dump That Southeast Florida Dumpster Rentals

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2945 W Cypress Creek Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, United States

4.9
(136 reviews)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a dumpster cost in Fort Lauderdale?

Average rates for a 20-yard dumpster in Fort Lauderdale sit around $550. Prices typically range from $300 to $600 depending on the size (10-40 yards) and rental duration.

Do I need a permit for dumpster placement in Fort Lauderdale?

You usually don't need a permit for driveway placement in Fort Lauderdale. However, placing a dumpster on the street likely requires a city permit.

Where does the waste go?

Most local haulers dispose of debris at Monarch Hill Renewable Energy Park, up in Pompano. That's where most of the haulers go..

What sizes are available in Fort Lauderdale?

Most providers in Fort Lauderdale offer 10, 20, 30, and 40-yard dumpsters. A 20-yard dumpster is the most common choice for home renovations.

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