A roll off dumpster is an open-top steel container that a truck rolls off its rails onto your property for a temporary rental, then hauls away when full. Sizes run 10 to 40 cubic yards, and 904 Dumpster rents 10, 15, and 20 yard units from $299.
A roll off dumpster is an open-top steel container that a special truck slides off its rails onto your property, leaves for a set rental period, and later hauls away full. If you are comparing container capacities, the dumpster size guide shows the 10, 15, and 20 yard options side by side.
People search for this container under several names. "Rollaway dumpster" is a common search term and everyday nickname, and "roll off container" is another. All of them point to the same truck-delivered, open-top unit. This guide explains how it works, what sizes exist, what you can put in it, and what a rental includes.
What Is a Roll Off Dumpster?
A roll off dumpster is a large, rectangular, open-top steel container built to be loaded onto and unloaded from a truck without being lifted over the cab. It is rented for a project, such as a cleanout, a remodel, or a roof replacement, and it leaves when the project ends.
The name comes from the delivery method. The truck tilts or slides the container along steel rails, and the container rolls off the back and lands on the ground. Pickup reverses the process. The container is the temporary, project-sized cousin of the smaller bins that sit behind stores and apartment buildings.
How Does a Roll Off Truck Deliver and Pick Up a Dumpster?
A roll off truck uses a hydraulic tilt frame or a cable winch to slide the container down its rails onto the ground, usually in under five minutes. At pickup, the winch pulls the full container back onto the truck, which then drives it to a landfill for disposal.
Here is the sequence for a typical rental:
Wheels or rollers on the underside of the container are what let it slide. A truck needs about 22 feet of vertical clearance to tilt safely, so low branches and power lines matter more than driveway width. Driveway protection boards go under the container to guard the pavement, and 904 Dumpster includes them at no charge.
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Open Top Dumpster Design: Swing Door vs Open Top
An open top dumpster has no lid. That lets you drop in bulky debris from above, such as cabinets, lumber, or roofing, and it lets a loader or skid steer reach in if needed. Most roll off containers also have a swing door at the rear.
Because the top is open, rain can reach the load. Heavy, wet debris weighs more, which can push you toward an overage charge. Keep material below the top edge so the driver can legally and safely haul it.
Roll Off Dumpster Sizes at 904 Dumpster
Roll off containers are generally sold in sizes from 10 to 40 cubic yards. A cubic yard is a volume of 3 feet by 3 feet by 3 feet, or 27 cubic feet. 904 Dumpster rents three sizes in Duval County and does not offer 30 yard containers.
| Size | Duval Price | Rental Period | Weight Included | Dimensions (L x W x H) | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | $299 | 3 days | 1 ton | 12 x 7.5 x 3.6 ft | About 3 pickup loads |
| 15 yard | $349 | 5 days | 1.5 tons | 14 x 7.5 x 4.5 ft | 5 to 6 pickup loads |
| 20 yard | $399 | 5 days | 2 tons | 14 x 7.5 x 5.8 ft | About 7 pickup loads |
In Clay, St. Johns, and Nassau counties, the 15 yard is $409 and the 20 yard is $459, and there is no 10 yard. Inside the city of St. Augustine, the 15 yard is $449 and the 20 yard is $499. Each added day is $15, and weight above the included amount is $75 per ton in Duval County and $100 per ton in these counties. There are no fuel or environmental fees.
Pick the 10 yard for a single-room cleanout, the 15 yard for a mid-size remodel or a small roof, and the 20 yard for whole-house cleanouts and larger renovations.
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What Goes in a Roll Off Container
Most household and construction waste can go in. Common loads include furniture, mattresses, carpet, drywall, lumber, shingles, tile, yard debris, and general cleanout items. A full list of exclusions is in our guide on what can and cannot go in a dumpster.
Items that are typically restricted or prohibited at landfills include:
Rules vary by item and by facility, so call (904) 240-5598 before loading anything unusual. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection waste program publishes state guidance on solid and hazardous waste.
Is a Roll Off Dumpster the Same as a Rollaway Dumpster?
Yes. "Rollaway dumpster" is a colloquial name and a common search phrase for the same truck-delivered, open-top container. Haulers and the waste industry more often say "roll off container" or "roll off dumpster." The unit, the truck, and the rental process are identical regardless of the name you use.
One small caution: some people use "rollaway" to mean a wheeled cart or a small bin. A roll off container is not that. It is a 10 to 40 yard steel box moved by a truck.
What Does a Roll Off Dumpster Rental Include?
A standard roll off service from 904 Dumpster includes delivery, pickup, disposal up to the included tonnage, a set rental period, and driveway protection boards. Disposal goes to Trail Ridge Landfill. Pricing is flat, so there are no fuel or environmental line items on the invoice.
Here is what that means in practice:
Placement on your own driveway or private lot does not need a permit. Placement on a public street does. Our permit guide explains when and how to apply.
Who Uses Roll Off Dumpsters?
Roll off containers fit any job that produces a one-time pile of debris:
If you need recurring weekly pickup instead of a one-time project, a roll off is the wrong tool. That need is served by smaller front-load containers on a service route, which 904 Dumpster does not provide.
Ready to Book a Roll Off Dumpster?
If your project has a start date and a pile of debris, a roll off is usually the fastest fit. Compare sizes on the 15 yard dumpster page or the Jacksonville pricing page, then reserve online or by phone. Orders before noon Monday through Saturday can be delivered the same day.
Roll Off Dumpsters in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida
Jacksonville projects tend to follow the seasons. Storm cleanup, spring cleanouts, and renovation work in older neighborhoods such as Mandarin and Orange Park keep roll off demand steady across Duval County. Standard residential driveways in the area usually hold a 14 foot container, and the truck needs about 22 feet of overhead clearance, so check oak limbs before delivery day. Disposal goes to Trail Ridge Landfill, and the City of Jacksonville Solid Waste Division handles curbside service, which does not cover project debris at roll off volumes. 904 Dumpster serves Duval, Clay, St. Johns, and Nassau counties from its yard at 2797 Anniston Rd. See the Mandarin dumpster rental page for a neighborhood example.
For background on how these containers are classified, see the general overview of the dumpster on Wikipedia.
Frequently Asked Questions
A roll off dumpster is used for temporary, project-based waste such as home cleanouts, remodels, roof tear-offs, demolition, and construction debris. It sits on your property for a few days, you fill it at your own pace, and the hauler removes it and takes the load to a landfill. It is not meant for recurring trash service.
In Duval County, a 10 yard is $299, a 15 yard is $349, and a 20 yard is $399 at 904 Dumpster. Each price includes delivery, pickup, disposal up to the included tonnage, and driveway boards. Extra days are $15 and overage is $75 per ton. Clay, St. Johns, and Nassau counties are priced slightly higher.
The 10 yard rental runs 3 days, and the 15 and 20 yard rentals run 5 days. If you need more time, each extra day is $15. Tell the dispatcher before the period ends, or call (904) 240-5598 to confirm how a longer hold will work for your project.
You do not need a permit when the container sits on private property, such as your driveway or a business lot. A permit is required if it sits on a public street. Check with the City of Jacksonville or your local jurisdiction, and read our permit guide before booking a street placement.
Need a container this week? Call (904) 240-5598 or book online and we will confirm the right size for your project.
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