Guides & answers
Everything about container rental
Clear, concrete answers to the real questions: pricing, permits, sizes, materials, duration.
Choosing a container
Which container size should you choose for your project?
For a bathroom, a 10-yard is enough; for a kitchen or kitchen + bathroom, take the 20-yard (most popular); for a demolition or full renovation, aim for the 40-yard. When unsure, size up: a half-full container costs the same as an overflowing one but avoids a second trip.
Read the guideContainer for concrete, soil or shingles: what's the difference?
Heavy materials (concrete, asphalt, soil, shingles) are billed with reduced included tonnage and an adjusted overage rate, because they weigh far more than mixed debris. In practice, a concrete container is filled only halfway. In the quote, pick the material type (mixed, soil, concrete/asphalt, heavy mix, shingles) and the price adjusts automatically.
Read the guidePricing & billing
How much does a container rental cost in Montreal?
In Montreal, a debris container rental costs between $545 and $845 (before tax) — an all-in price covering delivery, 10–12 days of rental and pickup. The 10-yard starts at $545, the 20-yard (most popular) is $725, and the 40-yard is $845. No hidden fees: the only add-ons are a weight overage ($149/tonne) or extra days ($14/day), always with a photo, weigh ticket and advance notice.
Read the guideWhat happens if I exceed the included weight?
If you exceed the included tonnage, a $149 surcharge per extra tonne applies — but never silently. At pickup, the container is weighed on a certified scale; you receive a photo of the load and the weigh ticket, a notice, and only then is the saved card charged. You see the exact real weight before any payment.
Read the guidePermits & logistics
How much is a container street permit in Montreal?
On your private property (driveway, yard, lot), no permit is needed. If the container must go on the street or public domain, an occupancy permit is required by your Montreal borough — rules and fees vary by borough. On your own driveway, you can always book without a permit.
Read the guideRenting a container in winter: what to know
Yes, we deliver year-round, even in January. In winter (December–March), we grant extra days given the conditions, protect the driveway against frost and scraping, and adapt the truck to snow. Keep the container access cleared of snow on pickup day to avoid delays.
Read the guideHow is my driveway protected under the container?
We systematically place plywood sheets under the container before setting it down: they spread the weight and protect pavers, asphalt or concrete from marks and cracks. It's included, at no charge. No damage to your driveway — that's our commitment, especially on nice paver driveways.
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