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Dumpster Rental in Polk County, FL
Polk County at a glance
We're a Polk County company based in Lakeland, and we deliver roll-off dumpsters across the county, from Polk City to Alturas and Davenport to Mulberry. A 15-yard starts at $335, a 20-yard at $385, and a 30-yard at $485. Book before 10 AM and same day delivery is usually possible. Call (863) 412-5036.
A County That Keeps Building
Polk County counted 725,046 people in the 2020 census, up from 602,095 in 2010. The Census Bureau estimates it reached 874,790 by July 2025, a jump of about 20.7 percent in just over five years. That growth shows up as new subdivisions, additions, and remodels, and every one of them needs somewhere to put the debris.
The county was founded on February 8, 1861, and named for President James K. Polk. It covers about 2,011 square miles, around 213 of them water, which is a lot of ground for one dumpster company to cover. Bartow is the county seat, Lakeland is the largest city, and the center of Florida's population falls inside Polk County.
Prices in Polk County
| Size | 1 day | 3 days | 7 days | Weight included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15-yard | $335 | $350 | $400 | 1 ton |
| 20-yard | $385 | $425 | $450 | 2 tons |
| 30-yard | $485 | $525 | $550 | 2 tons |
Delivery, pickup, and disposal up to the weight limit are included in Lakeland and most of Polk County. Each ton over the limit is $65, and each day after the first week is $25. If your address sits near the edge of the county, call and we'll confirm before you book. Every detail is on the price page.
Who Handles Permits Where You Live
A dumpster on your own driveway usually needs no permit. Street placement and building work do, and the office depends on whether your address is inside a city or in unincorporated Polk County.
| Community | Type | Permits handled by |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeland | City | City of Lakeland |
| Winter Haven | City | City of Winter Haven |
| Haines City | City | City of Haines City |
| Bartow | City, county seat | City of Bartow |
| Auburndale | City | City of Auburndale |
| Davenport | City | City of Davenport |
| Lake Alfred | City | City of Lake Alfred |
| Eagle Lake | City | City of Eagle Lake |
| Dundee | Town | Town of Dundee |
| Mulberry | City | City of Mulberry |
| Polk City | City | City of Polk City |
| Highland City | Unincorporated | Polk County |
| Kathleen | Unincorporated | Polk County |
| Eaton Park | Unincorporated | Polk County |
| Homeland | Unincorporated | Polk County |
| Nichols | Unincorporated | Polk County |
| Alturas | Unincorporated | Polk County |
Unincorporated Polk County permits go through Polk County Building at (863) 534-6080. For the city rules in Lakeland, see our dumpster permit guide.
The address trap: a city name on your mail doesn't always mean you live inside city limits. Many Polk County addresses carry a city name but sit in unincorporated county land, where the county handles permits. Davenport is a good example, since its city limits cover only about 4.2 square miles. Look up your parcel with the Polk County Property Appraiser, and the taxing district will tell you which office to call.
Common Polk County Projects
| Project | Usual size | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Shingle roof up to about 2,500 sq ft | 20-yard | Roof calculator |
| Kitchen or bathroom remodel | 20-yard | Renovation guide |
| Storm cleanup with limbs and brush | 20 or 30-yard | Yard debris guide |
| Estate or whole-house cleanout | 30-yard | Estate cleanouts |
| Concrete patio or slab | 20-yard, call first | Concrete calculator |
| Garage cleanout | 15-yard | Garage cleanouts |
Not sure which size fits? The dumpster size guide compares all three.
Delivery Across the County
- Same day: book before 10 AM and delivery is usually possible that afternoon.
- Hours: Monday through Saturday, 7 AM to 11 PM, so evening drop-offs work for people with day jobs.
- Driveway protection: boards go under every dumpster.
- Just outside Polk: we also deliver to Plant City and Sydney in eastern Hillsborough County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you deliver dumpsters everywhere in Polk County?
We deliver across Polk County from our Lakeland yard, including the cities and the unincorporated communities. If your address is near the edge of the county, call and we will confirm it.
Who issues permits in unincorporated Polk County?
Polk County Building, at (863) 534-6080. Inside a city or town, that city's own building department handles it. A dumpster on your own driveway usually needs no permit.
How do I know if my address is in a city or the county?
Look up your parcel with the Polk County Property Appraiser. The taxing district shows whether a city or the county covers your address. A city name on your mail does not always mean you are inside city limits.
What does extra weight cost?
$65 for each ton over your limit, for any size. The 15-yard includes 1 ton, and the 20-yard and 30-yard each include 2 tons.
Can I get a dumpster the same day in Polk County?
Usually, yes. Book before 10 AM and same day delivery is possible in Lakeland and most of Polk County. We are open Monday through Saturday, 7 AM to 11 PM.
Anywhere in Polk County, one call gets you a dumpster.
Call (863) 412-5036 Book onlineMon to Sat, 7 AM to 11 PM | 122 S Eastside Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801
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