Remodeling Dumpster Rental in McHenry & Lake County

Match your project to a starting size below. If your debris is mostly tile, plaster, or concrete, choose by weight instead, since those materials hit the limit before the dumpster looks full.

Not sure which fits? Call us with a rough list of what's coming out and we'll help you pick.

Heavy Remodeling Debris

Ceramic tile, mortar beds, plaster walls, and stone countertops are much heavier than they look. Our 10 yard dumpster has low 3.5-foot walls that make heavy material easy to load, and its 2-ton allowance fits most single-room tear-outs. Weight over the included tonnage is billed at $75 per ton, so size by weight when your debris is mostly heavy material.

Kitchen Remodel Dumpsters

A full kitchen tear-out usually means cabinets, countertops, flooring, drywall, and sometimes a soffit or wall. Most kitchens fit in a 15 or 20 yard dumpster. Old appliances cost extra to dispose of, so plan to donate, sell, or recycle them if you can.

Bathroom Remodel Dumpsters

Bathrooms are small but heavy: tile, mortar, cast-iron tubs, and toilets add up quickly. A 10 yard dumpster handles most single-bathroom tear-outs. If you're remodeling two bathrooms or adding drywall and vanity debris, step up to a 15 yard.

Basement Remodel Dumpsters

Finishing or redoing a basement often starts with a cleanout: old carpet, paneling, drop ceilings, and stored junk, followed by framing and drywall scraps. A 20 yard dumpster with walk-in loading makes carrying debris up the stairs and out to the driveway easier.

Whole-House Remodels

For gut renovations and multi-room projects, a 30 yard dumpster gives you the most space. Keep heavy material like tile and plaster to a minimum in larger boxes, or split it into a separate 10 yard, so you stay under the weight limit.

Dumpsters for Remodeling Contractors

We work with remodelers and general contractors across McHenry and Lake County. Same-day delivery in most areas means your crew can start demo on schedule, and a 2-week rental covers most remodels. 

What Can Go in a Remodeling Dumpster

These are accepted:

• Cabinets, countertops, and vanities
• Drywall, plaster, and lath
• Flooring, carpet, and padding
• Tile and mortar
• Trim, doors, and windows
• Toilets, sinks, and tubs
• Lumber and framing scraps

These cost extra or aren't allowed: appliances, electronics, paint or paint cans, mattresses, couches, tires, batteries, and hazardous chemicals.

Tips for Loading Your Remodeling Dumpster

• Put plywood under the wheels if you're worried about your driveway.
• Load heavy debris first and spread it evenly across the floor.
• Break down cabinets and flatten boxes to save space.
• Keep debris level with the top of the dumpster; overloaded containers can't be hauled safely.
• If the dumpster has to sit on the street, check with your village about a permit first.

Remodeling Dumpster Rental Across McHenry and Lake County

We deliver remodeling dumpsters from our yard in McHenry to towns across McHenry County, including McHenry, Crystal Lake, Woodstock, Algonquin, Lake in the Hills, Huntley, Cary, Fox River Grove, Johnsburg, Island Lake, Lakemoor, Wonder Lake, Richmond, Spring Grove, Ringwood, Bull Valley, Prairie Grove, Harvard, Marengo, and Hebron, and across Lake County, including Fox Lake, Antioch, Lake Villa, Lindenhurst, Round Lake, Round Lake Beach, Ingleside, Volo, Grayslake, Hainesville, Wauconda, Lake Zurich, Mundelein, Libertyville, Gurnee, and Waukegan. Not sure if we cover your address? Call (815) 385-5025.

Remodeling Dumpster FAQ

How long can I keep the dumpster?

Rental is for 2 weeks. After 2 weeks, there is an additional $15 charge per day. During the busy season, we may reduce the rental to 1 week.

What happens if I go over the weight limit?

Weight over the included tonnage is billed at $75/ton. If you're unsure, size up, or call us and we'll help you estimate.

Can I put old appliances in the dumpster?

Appliances cost extra because they need special handling. Many local retailers haul away an old appliance when they deliver a new one, which is often the cheaper option.

Can I get a dumpster the same day?

Yes, same-day delivery is available in most areas. Call early in the day for the best chance at same-day service.

Do I need a permit?

Not if the dumpster sits on your driveway or private property. Most villages require a permit for dumpsters on the street, so check with yours first.

I'm replacing my roof too. Can I use one dumpster?

Shingles have their own sizing rules, so see our roofing dumpster guide or call us to plan both projects.

Ready to Start Your Remodel?

Doc's Dumpsters is a local, family-owned company in McHenry with over 30 years of industry experience. Tell us what you're remodeling and we'll get the right dumpster to your driveway, often the same day.