Dumpster Rental in Kearney, MO
Roll-off dumpsters delivered to Kearney — 15 and 20 yard, flat rate, 2 tons included, delivery and pickup in the price. We're based up the road in Lathrop, so Kearney is a short run for us.
15 & 20 yard roll-offs · 2 tons included · Delivery & pickup in the price · Flat rate, no surprise fees · Family-owned, based in Lathrop
Kearney has grown fast enough that we see both ends of the job list here. The subdivisions that went up in the last twenty years generate remodel and cleanout work — flooring, cabinets, a deck that's finally gone soft. The older places closer to the original town center and out on the acreages generate the other kind: barn and outbuilding cleanouts, fence line clearing, estate work where a family is emptying a property after a parent moves.
Either way, you're getting a dumpster from a local outfit rather than a call center. Kearney is about fifteen minutes from our yard, which is why we can usually get one to you same day or next day without charging extra for the privilege.
Dumpster sizes and prices in Kearney
| Size | Best for | 3-day rental | 7-day rental | Weight included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 yard | Garage or basement cleanout, single-room remodel, small deck, yard debris. About five pickup loads. | $325 | $375 | 2 tons |
| 20 yard | Roof tearoffs, whole-house cleanouts, kitchen and multi-room remodels, larger demolition. Our most popular size. | $375 | $425 | 2 tons |
Every price above includes delivery and pickup to Kearney and 2 tons of disposal. Weight over the allowance is $75 per ton. No fuel surcharge, no travel fee, no environmental fee. We tell you what a job is likely to weigh before you book, not after.
Kearney at a glance
- Clay County
- Population about 10,400 (2020 Census)
- ZIP code 64060
- Served by I-35 and Missouri Route 92
- Officially the birthplace of Jesse James — the James Farm and Mt. Olivet Cemetery are both here
- The Jesse James Festival runs the third weekend of September
Where the dumpster goes in Kearney
Driveway placement is the default in Kearney and it keeps everything simple. On the acreages outside town we'll set the dumpster on gravel or packed ground near the barn or shop — just make sure we have a straight approach and no low limbs.
Do you need a permit in Kearney?
Kearney's solid waste code is unusually clear on this one. Chapter 235 says hauling demolition and construction waste does not require a permit, and that commercial containers go on private property unless the owner has written permission from the City to use public property. Translation: on your driveway, you're fine. On the street, the City needs to say yes first — tell us and we'll sort it out.
Where Kearney debris actually goes
Kearney sits in Clay County, and Clay County has no operating sanitary landfill — neither does any other county in our service area north of the river. Everything we haul out of Kearney runs down to Courtney Ridge in Sugar Creek. That drive is the honest reason weight limits exist on roll-off dumpsters, and why we tell you about the 2-ton allowance before you book instead of after.
What actually fits in each size
The 15 yard handles
- A standard two-car garage cleanout
- An average basement
- One bathroom gut, or a single-room remodel
- Carpet and flooring from a main level
- A residential deck teardown
- Brush, limbs and yard waste
Step up to the 20 yard for
- Roof tearoffs — weight, not volume, is the reason
- A full kitchen remodel
- Whole-house or estate cleanouts
- Garage plus basement in one go
- Outbuilding or shed demolition
- Anything you're genuinely unsure about
Not sure? Describe the pile on the phone or text us a photo. We would rather talk you into the smaller container and be right than sell you the bigger one and watch it go back half empty.
What you can and can't put in it
Goes in without a problem
- Household junk, furniture and mattresses
- Construction and demolition debris
- Drywall, plaster, lumber and framing
- Roofing shingles, felt and flashing
- Carpet, flooring and cabinetry
- Yard waste, brush and storm debris
- Appliances without refrigerant
Can't go in
- Paint, solvents, oils and chemicals
- Batteries of any kind
- Tires
- Refrigerators, freezers and AC units with refrigerant still in them
- Asbestos or anything classed as hazardous
- Medical waste and sharps
Not sure about one item? Text a photo to 816-750-DUMP before it goes in. That thirty-second question has saved a lot of people a return trip.
How it works
- Call, text or book online. Tell us what the project is and roughly what's going in. We'll recommend a size rather than upsell one, and quote you a flat price on the spot.
- We deliver to Kearney. Often same or next day. We set boards under the rails on driveway placements and put the container where you're actually working, not just at the top of the drive.
- Fill it on your schedule. Three days or seven, whichever you booked. Load heavy flat items first and fill the gaps — most people who need a second container filled the first one with air.
- Tell us you're done. Call or text and we'll pick it up. If you're near the weight allowance, say so and we'll talk through the cheapest way to handle it before we haul.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a dumpster rental in Kearney, MO?
15 yard: $325 for 3 days, $375 for 7 days. 20 yard: $375 for 3 days, $425 for 7 days. Both include delivery, pickup and 2 tons. Kearney is inside our flat-rate area, so there's no travel charge added on.
Do I need a permit to put a dumpster in my driveway in Kearney?
No. Kearney's code (Chapter 235) requires written permission from the City only when a container is placed on public property. A dumpster sitting on your own driveway doesn't trigger that. Street placement does — let us know and we'll confirm with the City first.
Can I get a dumpster in Kearney the same day I call?
Frequently. Kearney is roughly fifteen minutes from our yard in Lathrop, so it's one of the fastest runs on our board. Call or text 816-750-DUMP early and we'll tell you honestly whether today works.
What size dumpster do I need for a roof in Kearney?
For a typical single-layer tearoff on a Kearney ranch or two-story, the 20 yard is the safer call — shingles are heavy, and you want the headroom on weight as much as volume. Tell us the square footage and layer count and we'll give you a straight answer.
Can you put a dumpster on gravel or in a field outside Kearney?
Yes. Plenty of our Kearney deliveries go to acreages, barns and shops rather than paved driveways. We need a reasonably firm, level approach and clearance overhead. If the ground is soft after rain, tell us and we'll reschedule rather than leave ruts.
What can't go in the dumpster?
Paint, oils, chemicals, batteries, tires, and appliances with refrigerant still in them are out, along with anything hazardous. Household junk, furniture, construction debris, roofing and yard waste are all fine.
Nearby areas we serve
Dumpsters by project
Need a dumpster in Kearney?
Call or text and you'll talk to the family that owns the trucks — not a call center. Flat rate, 2 tons included, delivery and pickup in the price.