First Light Services LLC
First Light Services LLC is a locally owned and operated roll-off dumpster rental and waste management company that takes immense pride in serving our residential... more
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At 307 Disposal LLC, we provide open top, dome top, and clamshell roll-off containers, available in 12, 18, 20, and 30 cubic yard sizes. Because of their large size, these... more
Express Disposals
Express Disposals is your solution to any of your general garbage disposal needs. Our professional staff and state of the art equipment allow us to... more
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What is the weight limit for a 20 yard dumpster?
Due to weight load restrictions, disposal fees, and capabilities of the truck hauling the load, weight limits are put into place by dumpster rental companies. The average weight allowance for 20 yard dumpsters is 3-4 tons (6,000-8,000 lbs). Weight restrictions vary from one company to the next, so make sure you discuss this with each provider you speak to. Some rental providers may offer a 2 ton weight allowance, while others may offer an 8 ton weight limit.
When is a 20 yard dumpster the right choice?
A 20 yard dumpster may be the right dumpster size for a large basement, attic, or garage cleanup, as well as flooring and carpet removal in larger homes, 300-400 sq ft of deck removal, or 2,500-3,000 sq ft of roof shingles.
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