Commercial Dumpster Rental in Philadelphia, PA
Professional commercial dumpster rental for Philadelphia businesses. From retail stores to restaurants, warehouses to office buildings - we provide same-day delivery and flexible rental periods for all your business waste disposal needs.
Best Dumpster Sizes for Businesses in Philadelphia
Choose the perfect commercial dumpster size for your Philadelphia business needs
Business Type Recommendations
Retail Stores
15-20 yard recommended: Perfect for inventory disposal, seasonal cleanouts, fixture replacements, and overstock removal. Handles cardboard, packaging materials, and display equipment efficiently.
Restaurants Bars
10-15 yard recommended: Ideal for kitchen equipment disposal, renovation debris, and bulk trash removal. Note: Food waste requires special handling and separate disposal.
Office Buildings
20-30 yard recommended: Excellent for office furniture disposal, cubicle removal, carpet replacement, and end-of-lease cleanouts. Handles desks, chairs, and electronic equipment.
Hotels Hospitality
20-30 yard recommended: Perfect for room renovations, furniture replacement, carpet disposal, and seasonal cleanouts. Accommodates mattresses and bulk hospitality items.
Warehouses
30-40 yard recommended: Designed for pallets, packaging materials, bulk cardboard, and industrial waste. High weight capacity for dense materials and large volume disposal.
Medical Offices
10-15 yard recommended: Suitable for non-hazardous medical waste, office furniture, and renovation debris. Strict compliance with medical waste disposal regulations.
What Businesses Use Commercial Dumpsters
Ultimate Dumpsters serves over 30 different business types across Philadelphia
🏪 Retail Shopping
- • Department stores
- • Boutique clothing shops
- • Grocery stores supermarkets
- • Electronics retailers
- • Furniture stores
- • Shopping malls
- • Outlet stores
- • Specialty retailers
🍽️ Food Hospitality
- • Restaurants cafes
- • Bars nightclubs
- • Hotels motels
- • Catering companies
- • Food trucks
- • Bakeries
- • Event venues
- • Banquet halls
🏢 Offices Professional
- • Corporate offices
- • Law firms
- • Accounting firms
- • Real estate offices
- • Insurance companies
- • Consulting firms
- • Call centers
- • Co-working spaces
🏥 Healthcare Services
- • Medical offices
- • Dental practices
- • Veterinary clinics
- • Hair nail salons
- • Spas wellness centers
- • Physical therapy clinics
- • Urgent care centers
- • Pharmacies
🏋️ Fitness Recreation
- • Gyms fitness centers
- • Yoga studios
- • Dance studios
- • Martial arts schools
- • Recreation centers
- • Sports complexes
- • Country clubs
- • Bowling alleys
🚗 Automotive Industrial
- • Car dealerships
- • Auto repair shops
- • Manufacturing facilities
- • Warehouses
- • Distribution centers
- • Storage facilities
- • Machine shops
- • Industrial complexes
🏫 Education Community
- • Schools universities
- • Daycare centers
- • Churches
- • Nonprofit organizations
- • Community centers
- • Libraries
- • Senior centers
- • Training facilities
🏠 Property Management
- • Property management companies
- • Apartment complexes
- • HOAs
- • Commercial landlords
- • Condo associations
- • Self-storage facilities
- • Mobile home parks
- • Mixed-use developments
Common Commercial Debris Waste Types
Understanding what your business can dispose of in commercial dumpsters
✓ Accepted Commercial Waste
- 📦 Packaging Materials:
- • Cardboard boxes packaging
- • Plastic wrap bubble wrap
- • Shipping pallets (wood/plastic)
- • Foam packaging materials
- 🪑 Office Furniture Equipment:
- • Desks, chairs, cubicles
- • Filing cabinets storage
- • Conference tables
- • Office dividers partitions
- 🏪 Retail Fixtures:
- • Display racks shelving
- • Mannequins displays
- • Cash registers (non-electronic)
- • Shopping carts
- 🏢 Building Materials:
- • Carpet flooring materials
- • Ceiling tiles
- • Drywall plaster
- • Wood lumber
- 📦 Inventory Overstock:
- • Expired merchandise
- • Damaged inventory
- • Seasonal decorations
- • Bulk trash
⚠ Restricted (Special Handling)
- 💻 Electronics Appliances:
- • Computers monitors
- • Printers copiers
- • Refrigerators with freon
- • Commercial appliances
- 🛏️ Bulky Items:
- • Mattresses box springs
- • Large furniture pieces
- • Exercise equipment
- • Heavy machinery
- ♻️ Recyclable Materials:
- • Scrap metal
- • Aluminum materials
- • Large amounts of paper
- • Plastic materials
- 🔋 Special Items:
- • Batteries (all types)
- • Fluorescent bulbs
- • Automotive tires
- • Propane tanks
✕ Prohibited Commercial Waste
- ☣️ Hazardous Materials:
- • Paint paint thinners
- • Chemical solvents
- • Motor oil fluids
- • Gasoline fuel
- 🏥 Medical Biohazard:
- • Medical waste
- • Biohazard materials
- • Pharmaceutical waste
- • Sharps needles
- 🏗️ Regulated Building Materials:
- • Asbestos materials
- • Lead-based materials
- • Contaminated soil
- • Radioactive materials
- 🌿 Food Organic Waste:
- • Food waste scraps
- • Grease cooking oil
- • Yard waste mixed with debris
- • Liquid waste
Weight Guidelines for Common Commercial Materials
Light Materials (Fill it up!)
- • Cardboard: ~50 lbs/cubic yard
- • Paper documents: ~100 lbs/cubic yard
- • Plastic packaging: ~75 lbs/cubic yard
- • Foam materials: ~25 lbs/cubic yard
- • Insulation: ~150 lbs/cubic yard
Medium Weight Materials
- • Office furniture: ~300 lbs/cubic yard
- • Carpet padding: ~400 lbs/cubic yard
- • Drywall: ~500 lbs/cubic yard
- • Wood pallets: ~350 lbs/cubic yard
- • Display fixtures: ~250 lbs/cubic yard
Heavy Materials (Use caution)
- • Concrete/masonry: ~3,000 lbs/cubic yard
- • Metal equipment: ~800+ lbs/cubic yard
- • Appliances: ~600 lbs/cubic yard
- • Machinery: ~1,000+ lbs/cubic yard
- • Tile ceramics: ~1,200 lbs/cubic yard
Tip: Mix heavy materials with lighter materials to avoid overweight fees. Our team can provide guidance on optimal loading strategies.
Commercial Dumpster Rental Prices in Philadelphia
Transparent pricing designed for business budgets and accounting needs
| Size | Dimensions | Best For | Weight Included | Rental Period | Business Price | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Yard | 14' L × 8' W × 3' H | Small retail, salons, medical offices | Est. 1 ton | 7-14 days | $449 | 5% off 3+ rentals |
| 15 Yard | 16' L × 8' W × 4' H | Restaurants, small offices, gyms | Est. 1.5 tons | 7-14 days | $549 | 5% off 3+ rentals |
| 20 Yard | 22' L × 8' W × 4' H | Retail stores, office buildings | Est. 2 tons | 7-14 days | $599 | 5% off 3+ rentals |
| 30 Yard | 22' L × 8' W × 6' H | Warehouses, large cleanouts | Est. 3 tons | 7-14 days | $699 | 7% off 3+ rentals |
| 40 Yard | 22' L × 8' W × 8' H | Industrial, construction | Est. 4 tons | 7-14 days | $799 | 10% off 3+ rentals |
💼 What's Included
- ✓ Free delivery to your business
- ✓ Free pickup at rental end
- ✓ Estimated weight allowance included
- ✓ 7-14 day rental period
- ✓ Disposal at certified facilities
- ✓ Same-day delivery available
- ✓ Loading dock placement
- ✓ Business hour deliveries
📊 Business Benefits
- ✓ Volume discounts available
- ✓ Monthly billing options
- ✓ Account management
- ✓ Flexible scheduling
- ✓ Corporate pricing for multiple locations
- ✓ Tax-deductible business expense
- ✓ Detailed invoicing
- ✓ Recurring service discounts
⏰ Additional Fees
- • Overage: $50-$200/ton
- • Extended rental: $10-$50/day
- • Same-day rush: $50-$100
- • Permit assistance: $25
- • Relocation: $150-$250
- • Excessive cleanup: $150-$300
- • Prohibited items: $200-$500
- • Lock service: $50
Special Business Programs
Ultimate Dumpsters offers specialized programs for Philadelphia businesses
Multi-location businesses get dedicated account management and preferred pricing
Weekly or monthly service plans with automatic billing and scheduling
24/7 emergency dumpster service for urgent business needs
Save 5-15% on multiple rentals or large orders
Why Businesses in Philadelphia Choose Us
Professional service designed specifically for commercial clients
Same-Day Business Service
Emergency cleanouts, immediate inventory disposal, or urgent project needs - we deliver within 2-4 hours across Philadelphia. Our business priority scheduling ensures your operations stay on track.
Loading Dock Access
Our experienced drivers navigate Philadelphia's commercial districts with ease. We can access loading docks, navigate tight alleys, and place dumpsters exactly where your business needs them.
Flexible Business Hours
Deliveries and pickups scheduled around your business operations. Early morning, late evening, or weekend service available to minimize disruption to your Philadelphia business.
Account Management
Dedicated business representatives understand your specific needs. Whether you're a single location or multi-site operation, we provide personalized service and consistent communication.
Business Invoicing
Professional invoicing with detailed breakdowns for accounting departments. Monthly billing, purchase orders, and tax documentation provided for all Philadelphia business clients.
Secure Reliable
Fully licensed and insured for commercial operations. Your business property and materials are protected. We maintain comprehensive commercial liability coverage for peace of mind.
Commercial Dumpster Rental Process
Streamlined for business efficiency
Business Consultation
Speak with our commercial specialists who understand Philadelphia business needs. We'll recommend the right size and schedule based on your specific requirements.
Flexible Scheduling
Choose delivery times that work for your business operations. We coordinate with your team to ensure minimal disruption to daily activities.
Professional Placement
Our drivers place the dumpster exactly where you need it - loading dock, parking area, or designated spot. We protect surfaces and ensure safe access.
Business Support
Need to extend your rental or modify service? Our business support team handles changes quickly. We adapt to your project timeline and business needs.
Philadelphia Business Success Stories
How we help Philadelphia businesses manage waste efficiently
Retail Store Renovation - Center City
Challenge: A popular clothing retailer needed to dispose of old fixtures, damaged inventory, and renovation debris during a weekend closure.
Solution: 20-yard dumpster delivered Friday evening, filled over the weekend, picked up Monday morning. Zero disruption to business operations.
Materials: Display racks, damaged merchandise, carpet, drywall, packaging materials.
Office Building Cleanout - University City
Challenge: Law firm relocating from 5,000 sq ft office needed furniture and document disposal with confidentiality requirements.
Solution: Two 30-yard dumpsters with secure document destruction partnership. Coordinated weekend pickup to maintain client confidentiality.
Materials: Office furniture, confidential documents, computer equipment, carpet tiles.
Restaurant Equipment Replacement - Northern Liberties
Challenge: Popular restaurant updating kitchen equipment during brief closure period between lunch and dinner service.
Solution: 15-yard dumpster with precise timing - delivered 3 PM, filled with old equipment, picked up by 5 PM for dinner prep.
Materials: Old kitchen equipment, stainless steel fixtures, renovation debris.
Hotel Room Renovation - Rittenhouse Square
Challenge: Boutique hotel renovating 20 guest rooms during off-season, needed discrete waste management without disturbing guests.
Solution: Multiple 20-yard dumpsters rotated weekly, positioned in service area to maintain hotel aesthetics and guest experience.
Materials: Hotel furniture, mattresses, carpet, bathroom fixtures, renovation debris.
Warehouse Inventory Liquidation - Port Richmond
Challenge: Distribution facility closing down needed to dispose of damaged goods, packaging materials, and obsolete inventory worth $50,000+.
Solution: Three 40-yard dumpsters delivered sequentially over two weeks with weight monitoring to avoid overages.
Materials: Damaged inventory, wooden pallets, cardboard packaging, plastic wrap, shelving units.
Medical Office Expansion - Society Hill
Challenge: Dental practice expanding into adjacent space needed construction debris removal with strict medical waste compliance.
Solution: 15-yard dumpster with medical waste separation guidance and compliant disposal documentation.
Materials: Construction debris, old dental equipment, office furniture, renovation materials.
Auto Dealership Lot Cleanup - South Philadelphia
Challenge: Car dealership needed storm debris cleanup after severe weather damaged lot and inventory.
Solution: Emergency same-day service with 30-yard dumpster, allowing dealership to reopen quickly and minimize revenue loss.
Materials: Storm debris, damaged signage, automotive parts, building materials.
University Dormitory Cleanout - West Philadelphia
Challenge: University needed efficient end-of-semester cleanout for 500-room dormitory complex.
Solution: Multiple 20-yard dumpsters strategically placed throughout campus with coordinated pickup schedule.
Materials: Student belongings, furniture, electronics, textbooks, general dorm waste.
Service Areas (Neighborhoods + ZIP Codes)
Serving all Philadelphia commercial districts and business hubs
🏢 Center City Business District
Primary commercial hub with offices, retail, hotels, and restaurants
ZIP Codes: 19102, 19103, 19107, 19109, 19110
🎓 University City
Home to UPenn, Drexel, medical facilities, and research institutions
ZIP Codes: 19104, 19139, 19143, 19146
🏭 Port Richmond Industrial
Major industrial and warehouse district along Delaware River
ZIP Codes: 19125, 19134, 19137, 19140
🛍️ South Street Commercial
Retail corridor with restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues
ZIP Codes: 19147, 19148, 19145
🏥 Medical District
Hospitals, medical offices, and healthcare facilities
ZIP Codes: 19107, 19146, 19104
🎨 Northern Liberties Arts District
Creative businesses, galleries, restaurants, and mixed-use developments
ZIP Codes: 19123, 19125, 19130
All Philadelphia ZIP Codes Served
⏱️ Same-day delivery available to all Philadelphia business locations
Commercial Dumpster Projects in Philadelphia
See our commercial dumpsters serving Philadelphia businesses
15-yard commercial dumpster at Philadelphia retail store
10-yard dumpster for small business cleanout
20-yard office building cleanout in Center City
30-yard warehouse cleanout in Port Richmond
20-yard restaurant renovation project
15-yard commercial office cleanout
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