WRS Dumpster Rental
Measuring about 22 ft. L x 8 ft. W x 4 ft. H, the 20 yard dumpster from WRS Dumpster Rental is the ideal choice for a wide range... more
Mobile Dump Trailers
With Mobile Dump Trailers, we offer a roll-off container alternative with our 7 cubic yard driveway-safe trailer dumpster. Our service is fast and we strive to... more
redbox+ of Central PA
Your local redbox+ is based in Lancaster and proudly serves the surrounding area. We offer a patented 'ELITE' roll-off dumpster design featuring two integrated portable... more
Weidle Sanitation Service
For more than 100 years, Weidle Sanitation Service has provided quality, reliable and affordable waste hauling services in Lebanon County. We are a locally owned and operated company equipped to meet all of your disposal needs – trash collection, recycling, and roll-off... more
Humpty Dumpsters
Established in 2001, Humpty Dumpsters is a family-owned company that specializes in providing environmentally responsible waste removal and disposal solutions. Serving the Baltimore metro area out of Fallston, MD, we provide 20 yard and 30 yard roll-off container rentals, as well as scrap... more
Lancaster Dumpster Rentals
Lancaster Dumpster Rentals began out of necessity for smaller dumpsters servicing residents for home remodeling projects, clean outs, and whatever other needs they had. Today, we are helping lots of people with our short term dumpsters. Contact us today to... more
Scott Disposal & Transport LLC
Based in Linglestown, PA, Scott Disposal & Transport LLC is a roll off dumpster service specializing in small residential dumpster rentals. As a family-owned and... more
Bin There Dump That York
The 20 yard roll-off container available from Bin There Dump That is a uniquely-designed dumpster that features max-loading capacity and a compact footprint (11 ft. x 8 ft.). It’s a driveway-safe design that’s ideal for renovation, house cleanouts, roofing, remodeling and... more
Good's Disposal Service Inc
Family owned and operated, Good’s Disposal Service, Inc. has been providing the best services in Lancaster County for more than 40 years. With decades of industry experience under our belt, you can trust that our services are of the highest... more
X/S Waste Transport
X/S Waste Transport, Inc. is proud to offer the absolute best in residential services. We provide a variety of waste disposal services in order to meet the needs of all types of customers and projects. If you have furniture,... more
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How much will a 20 yard dumpster hold?
Most 20 yard roll-offs are strong enough and big enough to hold as much as 10+ tons of debris, but dumpster rental companies almost never allow this.
There are 3 main reasons for this:
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The lifting and hauling capacity of the truck cannot accommodate that much weight.
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Truck hauling weight limit restrictions (varies by city/county)
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Landfill cost per ton — Dumpster rental companies are charged a per-ton rate at the landfill. Dumpster rental costs would be much higher if there were no customer weight limits.
The average 20 yard dumpster weight limit is 3-4 tons, or 6,000-8,000 lbs. To figure out how much you will be able to put in your 20 yard dumpster, you’ll first need to determine your specific dumpster’s weight allowance. Each dumpster rental provider will offer a different weight allowance for the rental price they quote you, so make sure you reach out to multiple providers to get the best price. Once you know how much weight is included in your dumpster quote, you can estimate the approximate weight of the junk or debris you need to put into the dumpster. Local dumpster rental companies are pros at estimating how much debris weighs, and they will be able to help you choose the perfect dumpster for your needs.
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