5yard
dumpster
dumpster
- Approx. size
- 10′ L × 7′ W × 2′ H
- Holds about
- about 2 pickup loads
Best for: Yard waste, a garage corner, small bathroom or tight spots
Quote a 5-yardDumpster size guide
What Size Dumpster Do I Need?
A cubic yard is about the size of a washing machine. Here is how each of our roll-off sizes compares, drawn to scale next to a 6-foot person.
Roll-off dumpster sizes compared
10yard
dumpster
dumpster
- Approx. size
- 12′ L × 8′ W × 3′ H
- Holds about
- 3–4 pickup loads
Best for: Household cleanouts, small remodels, light demo
Quote a 10-yard15yard
dumpster
dumpster
- Approx. size
- 14′ L × 8′ W × 3.5′ H
- Holds about
- about 5 pickup loads
Best for: Roofing, flooring, kitchen or mid-size renovations
Quote a 15-yard20yard
dumpster
dumpster
- Approx. size
- 20′ L × 8′ W × 3.5′ H
- Holds about
- 6–7 pickup loads
Best for: Whole-room remodels, larger roofs, bigger cleanouts
Quote a 20-yard30yard
dumpster
dumpster
- Approx. size
- 22′ L × 8′ W × 5′ H
- Holds about
- about 10 pickup loads
Best for: New construction, estate cleanouts, major demolition
Quote a 30-yardSize by project
| Project | Usual size |
|---|---|
| Yard cleanup, small shed, a few pieces of furniture | 5 yard |
| Single bathroom remodel, garage cleanout, small deck | 10 yard |
| Roof tear-off (average home), flooring, kitchen remodel | 10–15 yard |
| Concrete, dirt, brick or tile (heavy debris) | 5–10 yard (weight limited) |
| Whole-home cleanout, multi-room remodel | 20 yard |
| New construction, estate cleanout, major demolition | 30 yard |
Heavy materials like concrete and dirt fill the weight limit long before the box is full. Tell us what you are loading so we send the right container.
Size guide FAQ
What size dumpster do I need for a bathroom remodel?
A 10-yard dumpster handles most single bathroom remodels, including tile, a tub or shower surround, vanity and drywall.
What size dumpster do I need for a roof?
Shingles are heavy. A 10 or 15 yard box handles most homes. For larger roofs or multiple layers, ask us, we may suggest two smaller swaps to keep weight reasonable.
What size dumpster do I need to clean out a house?
A 20-yard handles most whole-home cleanouts. For a large estate or a house with a garage and shed, a 30-yard may make sense.
Is it better to go bigger?
Because we charge by the ton, a slightly bigger box does not cost you for empty space. It is usually cheaper than a second haul.