Santa Cruz County Debris Box Services

Santa Cruz County’s premier debris box provider.

GreenWaste of Santa Cruz County offers temporary debris box and dumpsters from 10 to 40 cubic yards at affordable rates. Our dumpsters are great for C&D, job sites, home and business remodels, property cleanouts, junk from your home, and yard and garage clean-ups.

Where We Serve

  • Capitola
  • Santa Cruz County
  • Scotts Valley
40 CY Debris Box

40 CY Box

The perfect size for large-scale or long term projects, such as major renovations, construction, and more.

Dimensions
21’ L x 8’ W x 7’.5” H

30 CY Debris Box

30 CY Box

Great for medium to large sized construction projects, clean ups, office cleanouts, home additions, and more.

Dimensions
21’ L x 8’ W x 4.5′ H
18′ L x 8′ W x 7.5′ H

20 CY Debris Box

20 CY Box

Our most popular box size, ideal for small remodels, property clean outs, and general debris removal.

Dimensions
16’ L x 8’ W x 5’.3” H

15 CY Debris Box

10 CY Box

Great for small remodels, home projects, bulky household items, and heavier materials such as concrete, brick, or dirt.

Dimensions
16’ L x 8’ W x 3.5’ H

Unacceptable or Restricted Materials

  • Wet garbage (kitchen waste)
  • Medical waste
  • Hazardous Materials (paint, oil, chemicals, etc)
  • Dirt (must use 10 cubic yard bin)*
  • Concrete (must use 10 cubic yard bin)
  • Tar and Gravel roofing material (Must use 10 cubic yard)
  • Sheetrock (cannot exceed 25% of load)
  • Tree Trunks cannot exceed 6 inches in diameter (must be a 10 cubic yard bin)
  • Asbestos Material
  • Treated wood**
  • Extra fees may be applied for contamination

* Manifest form for dirt disposal must be filled out and approved by ReGen Monterey prior to delivery.
** Manifest form for treated wood disposal must be filled out and submitted prior to disposal. (English / Spanish)

Additional Charges Apply For:

  • Excess of dirt and concrete
  • Overweight box
  • Carpet in excess of 25% of load
  • Sheetrock in excess of 25% of load
  • Overloaded box
  • Appliances
  • Truck Tires
  • Passenger Tires
  • Relocation of box
  • Additional days
  • Dry run charge
  • Bulky items

Loading box must be level to the rim without anything hanging off the sides.

Frequently Asked Questions: 

Does GreenWaste of Santa Cruz County offer dumpsters for construction debris?

Absolutely! GreenWaste specializes in construction and demolition debris recycling. We can provide traditional open top dumpsters for construction debris, concrete, dirt, brick, wood, metal.

Does GreenWaste of Santa Cruz County offer dumpsters for residential customers?

Yes! We have debris boxes that are perfect for home cleanouts, spring cleaning, remodels and renovations, cleaning up brush/trees around your property, or whatever else your project might be.

When will my debris box be dropped off and picked up?

Drop-off and pick-up times are dependent on our driver’s route, but we try to accommodate to your preferred time as closely as possible.

Can I place a dumpster/debris box on the street?

Unfortunately, the County of Santa Cruz limits the placement the placement of a debris box or dumpster on the street.  We also recommend placing your dumpster on private property to deter illegal dumping.  If you require your debris box be placed on the street, please request a permit from your local city.

What size debris box do I need?

Finding the right size debris box is crucial to ensuring efficient waste management.  Here are the different sizes we offer and their typical use:

10-CY: This is our smallest size debris box and is ideal for small-scale projects, such as cleaning out a spare bedroom, decluttering a garage, or small landscaping projects.  This size debris box is equal to approx. 3-4 pickup truck loads, depending on the material. This is the only box that accepts dirt, asphalt, concrete, and brick.

20-CY: This mid-sized option is commonly used for lager home renovation projects, such as kitchen and bathroom remodels.  These boxes can also accommodate larger amounts of general household waste and debris.  This size debris box is equal to approx. 7-8 pickup truck loads, depending on the material.

30-CY: This container is suitable for large-scale projects, including major home cleanouts or construction and remodeling projects.  These boxes can accommodate furniture, appliances, and construction debris.  This size debris box is equal to approx. 10-12 pickup truck loads, depending on the material.

40-CY: This is our largest standard debris box side and is typically use dfor significant construction or demolition projects.  These boxes can accommodate large volumes of debris including bulky items like furniture, drywall, and other construction materials.  This size debris box is equal to approx. 12-14 pickup truck loads, depending on the material.

If you are ever unsure about the appropriate dumpster size for your project, contact customer service.

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