Dumpster guide
What Size Dumpster Do I Need?
Compare 10, 15, 20, 30, and 40 yard dumpsters by project type, debris volume, and weight.
The right dumpster size depends on both volume and debris weight. A heavy roofing tear-off can fill a smaller container by weight before it looks full, while a home cleanout may need more cubic yards for bulky furniture.
10 yard dumpsters
Best for small cleanouts, concrete, dirt, bathroom remodels, and short roofing jobs where weight matters more than volume.
15 yard dumpsters
Useful when a 10 yard container feels tight but a 20 yard box is more than the driveway or project needs.
20 yard dumpsters
The common middle choice for home cleanouts, flooring, deck removal, roofing, and medium renovation debris.
30 yard dumpsters
A strong fit for estate cleanouts, multi-room remodels, light demolition, and larger construction debris.
40 yard dumpsters
Usually reserved for large commercial cleanouts, major demolition, new construction, or bulky low-density debris.
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