Dumpster Rental in Pasadena, CA
Compare roll-off dumpster companies serving Pasadena, including Bungalow Heaven, Madison Heights, Linda Vista, East Pasadena and Old Pasadena.
Pasadena has one of the largest collections of historic homes in Southern California, from Craftsman bungalows in Bungalow Heaven to period-revival houses in Madison Heights and the San Rafael area. That means a lot of kitchen and bath remodels, seismic and foundation work, and estate cleanouts. Remodels of historic properties may also need other city approvals beyond a dumpster permit. Ask the city before you begin.
Pasadena dumpster permit rules
Placing a bin on a Pasadena street or sidewalk needs a street/sidewalk occupancy permit from Pasadena Public Works. Start at the official Pasadena Public Works Permitting page. Public Works permits are handled through the city’s permit center at 175 N. Garfield Ave. Pasadena also regulates commercial waste hauling through franchise haulers. For commercial or multifamily properties, confirm with the city that your bin provider is allowed to serve the address. We don’t list fees. Check them with the city.
Local tips for Pasadena projects
Bungalow Heaven, Orange Heights and Madison Heights: many lots have long, narrow driveways and detached garages. Measure the driveway width before ordering a 20- or 30-yard.
Linda Vista and the hills near the Arroyo: sloped, curving streets. Ask whether the truck can set the bin safely.
Old Pasadena and the Playhouse District: commercial and mixed-use sites usually need a street permit and planning around deliveries and parking.
Old roofs and plaster: heavy materials fill weight limits quickly. See the roofing dumpster guide.
Common dumpster sizes
Not sure which fits? Read the dumpster sizes guide. Prices depend on size, debris type, tonnage and rental days, so we don’t list prices here. See the LA dumpster rental cost guide and compare real quotes.
Dumpster companies serving Pasadena
These companies say on their own websites that they serve Pasadena. Where we show an address, we checked it against the company’s own published contact details. We don’t rank, rate or endorse any company. Confirm availability, permits and terms with them directly.
LA Waste
14801 Keswick St, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Sizes listed: 3, 10, 25, 40 yd
Metropolis Disposal
7740 Burnet Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91405
Sizes listed: 10, 25, 40 yd
BG's Big Box Service
8629 Bradley Ave #A, Sun Valley, CA 91352
Sizes listed: 3, 10, 20, 40 yd
Athens Services
14048 E Valley Blvd, City of Industry, CA 91746
Sizes listed: 10, 25, 40 yd
Nu-Way Bin Rentals
145 W Duarte Rd, Monrovia, CA 91016
Sizes listed: 3, 10, 20, 30, 40 yd
Express Disposal
2221 E Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Sizes listed: 3, 10, 15, 40 yd
Los Angeles Dumpster Rentals
9760 Glenoaks Blvd Unit C, Sun Valley, CA 91352
Sizes listed: 10, 30, 40 yd
Truck & Go Dumpster Rentals
9142 Rosecrans Ave, Bellflower, CA 90706
Sizes listed: 10, 20, 30 yd
American Reclamation
4560 Doran St, Los Angeles, CA 90039
Budget Dumpster
Serves Pasadena (national network)
Sizes listed: 10, 12, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40 yd
Pasadena dumpster rental FAQ
Who issues dumpster permits in Pasadena?
Pasadena Public Works issues permits for using the street or sidewalk, which covers roll-off bins placed on public property.
Do commercial properties in Pasadena have special rules?
Pasadena regulates commercial waste hauling through franchise haulers. Confirm with the city that your provider is allowed to serve a commercial address.
Is Altadena part of Pasadena?
No. Altadena is an unincorporated LA County community, so county rules apply there rather than Pasadena’s.
Do I need a permit on my driveway?
Usually not, if the bin stays entirely on private property.
What size for a Craftsman kitchen remodel?
A 20-yard is the usual pick. Plaster and tile are heavy, so ask about weight limits.
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