How to properly select the roll-off size? - A guide
1. Type and Volume of Waste
Three key questions to ask yourself:​
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What am I throwing away? Furniture, branches/leaves, roofing material, general household debris or a bit of everything.​
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How Bulky is it? The bulkier the load, the taller the dumpster you may need (20 yd = 4.5 ft, 30 yd = 6 ft, 40 yd = 8 ft height)
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How much am I throwing away? Think in terms of pickup trucks: 20 yd = ~7 loads, 30 yd = ~10 loads, 40 yd = ~13 loads.
🔹 General Guidelines:
Project Type | Suggested Dumpster Size |
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Small home cleanout (garage, attic) | 20 |
Whole-house decluttering: furniture, appliances, household clutter (not heavy debris) | 20, 30, 40 |
Landscaping/yard work | 20, 30, 40 |
Bathroom/kitchen remodel | 20 |
Roofing (shingles) | 20 |
Home light construction/addition debris (wood, drywall, packaging - not concrete, brick, or dirt) | 20 |
2. Weight Limits and Material Type
Different materials weigh differently. Some dumpsters have weight limits.
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Heavy Debris (Non-Demolition Materials):
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Wood, drywall, shingles, and similar materials — no demolition debris accepted. We recommend a 20-yard dumpster for safer hauling when fully loaded.
Light but Bulky Debris:
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Furniture, drywall, lumber, packaging — consider 30 or 40 yard