Affiliate Disclosure

Last updated: 31 August 2026

Affiliate & advertising disclosure

dawesdumpsterrental.com is operated by Dawes Dumpster Rental. From time to time this site may link to, mention, or accept compensation in connection with third-party products or services — for example equipment, materials or local business partners relevant to a dumpster rental or cleanout project. Where that happens, we may earn a referral fee or other compensation at no additional cost to you. Any such relationship does not influence which container sizes or services we recommend for your job, and our own opinions and recommendations on this site remain our own.

General information only

The rest of the content on dawesdumpsterrental.com — including the guides, size charts, FAQs and service pages — is published for general information. It reflects how roll-off container rental typically works in Modesto and the surrounding parts of Stanislaus County and Northern San Joaquin Valley, based on our own experience running the trucks. It is not professional advice, and it is not a substitute for speaking to us about your specific job.

Sizes, weights and capacities

Container dimensions, capacities, pickup-truck-load equivalents and tonnage allowances quoted on this site are approximations offered as rules of thumb. Actual container dimensions vary between units, and how much a container holds depends heavily on the material and how it is loaded. Confirm the specification for your booking with us directly.

Pricing

Nothing on this site is a quotation or an offer to contract. Where costs are discussed, including the typical $350–$750 range mentioned on this site, they are described in general terms to explain what drives a price. A firm price is given to you by telephone for your specific job, material, location and duration.

Permits, regulations and seasonal considerations

Permit requirements, right-of-way rules, disposal regulations and seasonal road or weight limits change over time and can vary by city — this site covers Modesto and multiple communities within Stanislaus County, and we have verified the City of Modesto's own rule for in-city street placement but have not verified a specific ordinance for every smaller town we serve. Any description of them on this site is general and may not reflect current requirements. Always confirm with your local city hall or Stanislaus County, or with CalRecycle for state-level disposal guidance, before relying on it. You are responsible for obtaining any permit required for a container placed on public property, and for contacting California's USA North 811 call-before-you-dig system (dial 811, or visit usanorth811.org) before any excavation.

Prohibited materials and hazardous waste

Lists of allowed and prohibited materials on this site are guidance, not an exhaustive legal statement. CalRecycle rules, Stanislaus County disposal rules and individual facility restrictions — including those at the county's own Fink Road Sanitary Landfill — can change. If you are unsure whether something can go in a container, ask us before it goes in. Anything involving asbestos, hazardous waste or regulated materials must be handled by an appropriately licensed contractor.

Property damage

Guidance on driveway protection describes the precautions we take and what generally reduces risk. It is not a guarantee that a surface will be unaffected. Surfaces already weakened by weather, age or a poor subgrade carry higher risk regardless of precautions taken.

External links

This site may link to third-party websites, including government and regulatory bodies, for the reader's convenience. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content or availability.

Reviews and testimonials

Customer feedback shown on this site is representative of the kind of comments we receive and is labeled where displayed. Individual experience varies with the job, the material and the site.

Limitation

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dawes Dumpster Rental accepts no liability for any loss arising from reliance on the general information published on this website. Our obligations to you arise from the rental agreement made when you book, not from this site.

Questions

If anything here is unclear, or you want a definitive answer for your own job, call (209) 284-1242 or email info@dawesdumpsterrental.com.