Yard Waste Dumpster Rental · Pittsburgh, PA
Yard Waste Dumpster Rental in Pittsburgh, PA
Branches, brush and yard clippings hauled separately from your mixed load -- we match Pittsburgh and Allegheny County yard cleanups with a licensed, insured local hauler.
- Same-day & next-day delivery
- Flat-rate, all-in pricing
- Driveway protection included

- Same-Day DeliveryCall before noon and we can usually be there today.
- Flat-Rate PricingDelivery, pickup, disposal and tax quoted up front.
- Licensed & InsuredConnecting you with fully licensed and insured local haulers across Pennsylvania.
- Locally ConnectedA local Pittsburgh family business, based right here in Pittsburgh.
Overview
Yard Waste Dumpster Rental in Pittsburgh
Yard debris in Allegheny County comes in waves tied directly to the weather. Winter ice storms and heavy lake-effect snow bring down limbs across yards in Crafton, Green Tree and the West End. Spring brings a rush of storm cleanup plus the usual seasonal overgrowth. Fall means leaves, downed branches and the last mowing-season brush pile that's too big for a bagged curbside pickup. A dedicated yard waste container keeps that debris separate from household or renovation debris, which matters both for proper disposal and for keeping a mixed load's weight allowance from getting eaten up by wet branches.
We connect homeowners and landscapers across Pittsburgh and Allegheny County with licensed, insured local haulers who handle yard waste correctly -- separately routed from general municipal solid waste wherever local rules require it. See our recycling and disposal guide for how yard debris is handled differently from household trash county-wide.
Accepted materials
What goes in — and what doesn't
Good for
- Storm cleanup -- downed branches and limbs after ice, snow or wind
- Seasonal brush clearing and landscaping cleanups
- Fall leaf and yard debris removal beyond curbside limits
- Tree service and stump removal debris
Cannot go in
- Mixed construction or household debris -- see our <a href="/services/residential-dumpster-rental.html">residential dumpster rental</a>
- Dirt, sod or excavated soil in large volumes -- call ahead for a dedicated container
- Treated or painted wood mixed in with untreated brush
- Any hazardous chemicals, even lawn or garden products
Pennsylvania bans a specific list of materials from landfills. If you are unsure about an item, call (412) 850-4148 before it goes in the container — it costs nothing to ask and a lot to sort out afterwards. Full detail in our banned materials guide.
Storm cleanup and seasonal timing
After a lake-effect snow event or an ice storm, downed limbs and damaged trees can pile up fast across a property, and a yard waste container is often the fastest way to get a yard usable again without waiting on a municipal brush pickup schedule. Spring flooding near low-lying areas close to the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio rivers can also wash debris into yards that then needs clearing once water recedes. Our winter storm debris cleanup guide covers what to expect and how to size a container for storm damage specifically.
What goes in a yard waste container
Branches, brush, yard clippings, leaves, small stumps and general landscaping debris are all accepted. Wet, heavy brush adds up in weight faster than it looks, especially right after a storm, so tell us roughly how much you're clearing and we'll match you with a container sized for weight as well as volume. Keeping yard debris in its own container rather than mixed with construction or household debris also keeps disposal simpler and often more affordable, since separated yard waste is routed differently than mixed municipal solid waste.
Landscapers and larger property cleanups
We also match landscaping companies and property managers handling larger seasonal cleanups -- clearing overgrown lots, post-storm tree service debris, or a full yard renovation -- with haulers who can handle recurring or larger-volume yard waste pickups. If the same job also involves fencing, deck material or other mixed debris, ask about combining it with a standard residential dumpster rental instead.
Sizing
Which size for this job?
| Container | When it suits this job |
|---|---|
| 10 Yard | A small brush pile or single tree's worth of storm debris |
| 15 Yard | A yard's worth of seasonal clippings and moderate storm cleanup |
| 20 Yard | A larger property cleanup or significant post-storm branch removal |
| 30 Yard | Landscaper-scale cleanups or major storm damage across a large lot |
| 40 Yard | Large-scale land clearing or extensive tree service debris |
Still weighing it up? Read the full sizing guide, compare every container size, or just describe the job on the phone and we will pick for you.
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Answers
Yard Waste Dumpster Rental — questions we get asked
Can yard waste go in with regular household debris?
It can, but keeping it separate usually works out better -- wet brush is heavy and can eat into a mixed load's weight allowance fast, and separated yard waste is often routed and disposed of differently than mixed municipal solid waste. Ask your matched hauler which makes more sense for your job.
How fast can you get a container out after a storm?
Often the same day if you call before noon, though availability during a widespread storm event can be tighter since a lot of properties need cleanup at once. See our same-day dumpster rental page for details.
Do you take tree stumps?
Small to moderate stumps are generally fine -- larger stumps can be heavy enough to affect the weight allowance, so let us know the size when you call so we can match you with the right container.
Is treated wood okay in a yard waste container?
No -- treated or painted wood should stay separate from yard waste and generally needs to go in a standard mixed debris container instead. Ask if you're not sure what you're dealing with.
What's the weight allowance for a yard waste container?
It depends on the container size, but wet or freshly cut brush weighs more than it looks. Tell us roughly how much you're clearing and whether it's fresh-cut or dried out, and we'll match you with an appropriately sized container.
Service area
We deliver across Allegheny County and beyond
Verified sources
Local & Official Resources
We are a referral service, not a government agency. For rules, fees and hours, always go straight to the source:
- City of Pittsburgh — right-of-way, permits and city services
- Allegheny County Government — solid waste, recycling and household hazardous waste
- Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) — Pennsylvania solid waste and recycling regulation
- Pennsylvania One Call System (call 811 before you dig) — call 811 before any digging or footing work
- Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) — PennDOT road and right-of-way information