4 EASY STEPS TO RENTING A DUMPSTER
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Our team is happy to help you find the perfect dumpster at an affordable price. We also offer same day delivery or scheduled deliveries at your convenience.
PREPARE FOR DELIVERY
Make sure to remove any obstructions prior to your delivery. A clear space will ensure that your dumpster is able to get dropped off without any delay.
FILL UP YOUR
DUMPSTER
When your dumpster is properly dropped off, you can start filling it up! Keep in mind the length of your rental, and give us a call before your rental time is up.
GIVE US A CALL
FOR PICK UP
The job is done! Give us a call and we will happily remove the dumpster and its contents for you. No hassle, just guaranteed service!
WE OFFER SAME DAY DELIVERY!
Dumpster King delivers roll-off dumpsters across Gilbert for homeowners, contractors, and businesses. Gilbert sits just north of Ames in Story County, an easy drive up I-35 from our headquarters in Ankeny. Whether you are renovating an older home near downtown, finishing projects on a recent build, or working a job site, we make waste removal simple and affordable.
We offer five dumpster sizes, same-day and next-day delivery, driveway-safe equipment, and straightforward pricing with no hidden fees. Our 200+ Google reviews and 5.0 rating come from doing the job right every time.
Adnan Isic, Owner of Dumpster King
"Gilbert is one of those towns that just keeps growing. Great schools, families moving in, lots of home improvement projects. We are happy to be a part of all of it."
Residential Dumpster Rentals in Gilbert
Gilbert is a community of about 1,250 residents in Story County, just north of Ames and part of the Ames Metropolitan Statistical Area. The Gilbert Community School District is one of the highest-rated public school districts in Iowa, which has driven steady residential growth as families move to the area. The town has older homes near the historic downtown along Main Street and Broad Street and newer subdivisions built to meet demand.
Older homes need traditional renovation like roofs, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and porches. Newer homes need landscaping, decks, fence work, and project cleanup. A roll-off dumpster handles it. Fill it in your driveway and call us when you are done. Every dumpster we deliver is driveway-safe, so your concrete and asphalt stay protected. Our standard rental period is 7 days, with extended options for longer projects.
Commercial Dumpster Rentals in Gilbert
Gilbert's commercial market is shaped by its proximity to Ames and the steady residential growth in town. Construction projects at the Gilbert Community School District campus, downtown businesses along Main Street, and the residential subdivision build-out on the edges of town all keep contractors busy. The Gilbert RAGBRAI overnight stop in July 2026 will also drive a wave of community improvement projects ahead of the event.
We deliver to construction sites, demolition projects, commercial renovations, and landscaping jobs across Gilbert and Story County. We handle multi-container jobs and offer long-term rentals for crews that need a dumpster for weeks or months.
What Size Dumpster Do You Need in Gilbert?
Our 10-yard dumpster works for a garage cleanout, single-room project, or small landscaping job. Up to 2 tons, starts at $325.
The 15-yard dumpster fits a bathroom remodel or moderate basement cleanout. Up to 2 tons, starts at $335.
Our 20-yard dumpster is our most popular rental. Kitchen renovation, roof tear-off, or major declutter. Up to 2 tons, starts at $345.
The 30-yard dumpster handles whole-home cleanouts, multi-room remodels, or large landscaping overhauls. Up to 3 tons, starts at $465.
Our 40-yard dumpster is the largest size we offer. Major demolition, large-scale construction debris, and commercial projects. Up to 3 tons, starts at $665.
We also offer a concrete, dirt, sod, and brick dumpster at a flat rate of $400 for heavy material disposal.
Every rental includes delivery, pickup, and disposal up to your weight limit. Additional weight is $60 per ton. The fuel surcharge varies by distance from our Ankeny location, but for Gilbert it stays modest and is stated upfront. Appliances are $60 each and mattresses are $20 each.
What Can and Cannot Go in the Dumpster
Most household and construction debris is fine: drywall, lumber, flooring, shingles, siding, furniture, appliances (with surcharge), mattresses (with surcharge), yard waste, and general junk.
Not allowed: wet paint, oil, adhesives, chemicals, batteries, tires, engines, dirt, sand, concrete (unless you rent our dedicated concrete dumpster), or anything flammable or explosive. Not sure about an item? Call us before you load it.
Gilbert Neighborhoods and Areas We Serve
We deliver dumpsters across all of Gilbert and the surrounding parts of Story County. That includes the established neighborhoods near downtown along Main Street and Broad Street, the residential areas near the Gilbert Community School District campus, the homes near the community parks, and the newer subdivisions on the edges of town. We also serve nearby Ames, Story City, Roland, Slater, Kelley, and McCallsburg.
Why Gilbert Homeowners and Contractors Choose Dumpster King
Most of the dumpster options serving Gilbert are national brokers routing your call to an out-of-state center. Local sanitation companies focus on regular trash collection rather than project-based roll-off rentals. Dumpster King is a family-owned, Central Iowa company headquartered in Ankeny, just a short drive south on I-35.
Your quote includes delivery, pickup, and disposal. No hidden fees. Our standard rental period is 7 days, with early weekday pickup available if you finish sooner.
Adnan Isic, Owner of Dumpster King
"We have a lot of repeat customers in Gilbert. Families finishing basements, remodeling kitchens, redoing landscaping. They tell their neighbors, and the neighbors call us next."
Do You Need a Permit for a Dumpster in Gilbert?
If the dumpster is going on your driveway or private property, no permit is needed. If it needs to be placed on a public street or right-of-way, the City of Gilbert may require a permit through City Hall. You can contact City Hall at (515) 233-2670 or visit cityofgilbertiowa.org for more information.
Book Your Gilbert Dumpster Rental Today
Ready to get started? Call Dumpster King at (515) 988-2454 or fill out the contact form on this page. We deliver to Gilbert and Story County and can usually get a dumpster to you by the next day.
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