Dumpster Sizes Guide

Dumpster Size Guide

Choosing the right dumpster size is essential for your project. Here is a guide to help you decide.

10-Yard Dumpster

Perfect for small cleanouts, garage demos, or landscaping projects. Holds about 10 cubic yards of debris.

  • Ideal for: Garage cleanouts, attic decluttering, small landscaping jobs
  • Capacity: ~10 cubic yards
  • Weight limit: Typically 2-3 tons

20-Yard Dumpster

The most common size for medium-sized projects. Suitable for flooring removal, deck removals, or whole-home cleanouts.

  • Ideal for: Flooring removal, deck removal, basement cleanouts
  • Capacity: ~20 cubic yards
  • Weight limit: Typically 4-5 tons

30-Yard Dumpster

Great for large residential projects and construction. Handles whole-home renovations or major construction debris.

  • Ideal for: Major renovations, construction debris, whole-home cleanouts
  • Capacity: ~30 cubic yards
  • Weight limit: Typically 6-8 tons

40-Yard Dumpster

The largest size available for commercial projects and large-scale cleanouts.

  • Ideal for: Commercial construction, major demolition, industrial projects
  • Capacity: ~40 cubic yards
  • Weight limit: Typically 8-10 tons

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