Graham Waste Services
"We were remodeling and had some cabinets, floor, tile, and other construction debris to dispose of. Graham was on time with the 30 yard, which we... more
Affordable Roll Off Container
"I obtained a 20 yard roll-off to throw out some household debris and trash. I went ahead and got the dumpster from Affordable Roll Off. All... more
Jal Disposal
Contact Jal Disposal today for all your roll-off dumpster rental needs! Our 15 yard containers are ideal for driveways, parking spaces, and more. Click the "Get... more
BPS Dumpsters
BPS Dumpsters is a small dumpster company based out of Berlin, MD that specializes in driveway safe dumpsters. Our containers range from 10, 15, and 20 yard sizes... more
Doctor Disposal Inc.
"I needed a 10 yard dumpster to remove the household junk and trash that I had collected during a house clean up. Doctor Disposal was on... more
redbox+ of North Boston
"Easy to work with. Dumpster came on time and was removed promptly when we were done. Highly recommended!" more
The Dumpster Depot 01
When you need temporary dumpsters you can count on, The Dumpster Depot is the company to call. We've got the dumpster that can suit your... more
L.A. Puopolo Services
With years of experience and the latest equipment, L.A. Puopolo aims to provide roll off dumpster rental services rapidly and to the highest degree... more
Affordable Trash Disposal
Affordable Trash Disposal is your local dumpster rental alternative solution. We offer convenient rubber-wheeled dumpsters that are designed to eliminate damage to driveways occasionally caused... more
I'll Take That Rubbish Removal Solutions
If you’re tired of paying overweight fees, I’ll Take That has the solution – The “No Weight” dumpster (doesn’t apply to C&D... more
Red Carpet Disposal & Services Inc
At Red Carpet Disposal & Services, we roll out the red carpet for each of our customers. We will help clean out your home, garage,... more
Junk King Massachusetts North Shore
Junk King Massachusetts North Shore is a locally-owned and operated junk removal and light demolition company. We take almost everything from old furniture to appliances,... more
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What are common uses for each roll-off dumpster size?
10 yard container: These compact roll-offs are ideal for smaller cleanups, concrete, dirt, and garage cleanouts.
20 yard container: These versatile bins can be used in a variety of applications, including home cleanouts, roofing jobs, small demolition, and deck/patio removal projects.
30 yard container: These are good for disposing of up to two layers of roofing shingles on an average size home, large kitchen or bathroom renovation, large deck removal, or complete two-stall garage cleanout.
40 yard container: Typically the largest container choice, 40 yard boxes are ideal for the biggest cleanups, including new construction, demolition, whole-home renovation, roofing projects, and business cleanouts.
Read more: The Ultimate Guide to Dumpster Sizes
What projects can a 20 yard roll-off container accommodate?
20 yard boxes are often the most popular choice due to their versatility. They’re a good choice for most cleanups, including renovations, home cleanouts, roofing repairs, and deck or patio removal.
A 20 yard container can typically hold about 3 tons of debris, although some rental companies may allow more weight than that.
The dimensions of these containers may vary but is generally about 22 ft x 8 ft x 4.5 ft. Since a standard refrigerator measures about two cubic yards, a 20 yard container can hold the equivalent of 10 refrigerators.
Because densities of debris varies, the volume of waste you can fit in a 20 yard dumpster will also vary. For example, concrete weighs at least three times more than general household junk, so you can place far less concrete in the dumpster compared to household junk.
Discuss your project with your rental provider to make sure a 20 yard dumpster is the right size for the project. This is important to avoid incurring overage fees or having to rent a second container in cases where a 20 yard bin wasn’t big enough.
Learn more: How Much Does a 20 Yard Dumpster Hold?