Beginners Guide to Dumpsters
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Guide to Dumpster Weight and Size
| Size | Exterior Size: LxWxH | Volume | Weight Allowance |
| 15-yard Dumpster | 12 ft. X 8 ft. X 4 ft. | 15 Cubic Yards | 2-3 Tons (4,000-6,000) |
| 20-yard Dumpster | 22 ft. X 8 ft. X 4 ft. | 20 Cubic Yards | 3-4 Tons (6,000-8,000) |
| 30-yard Dumpster | 22 ft. X 8 ft. X 6 ft. | 30 Cubic Yards | 4-5 Tons (8,000-10,000) |
| 40-yard Dumpster | 22 ft. X 8 ft. X 8 ft. | 40 Cubic Yards | 6-8 Tons (10,000-12,000) |
1 Cubic Yard = 3 ft. x 3 ft. x 3 ft.
Need More Clarifications? Here are Some Examples:
| Size | Examples |
| 15-yard Dumpster/ Cubic Yard | Can hold about 250 sq. ft. of patio or deck removal, heavy debris, or trash. 1,500 sq. ft. of roof shingles. |
| 20-yard Dumpster/ Cubic Yard | Great for whole house floor or roof removal. Can hold about 400 sq. ft. of material. |
| 30-yard Dumpster/ Cubic Yard | Can hold about 700 sq. ft. and is great for window removal or siding replacement, or larger remodeling projects. |
| 40-yard Dumpster/ Cubic Yard | Can hold about 1,000 sq. ft. of trash. Good for your extreme remodeling jobs. |
Tips:
If you are unsure about what size you need, it could be cheaper to get a larger dumpster depending on the weight of your trash. Your initial payment is a flat rate depending on what size, but each size has a different weight limit. If you go over the weight limit, it will lead to fees. For every ton over the weight limit, there is an additional fee.
Additional fees could also become a factor if you overfill your dumpster. Do not fill your dumpster passed the fill line or brim. This is a very important factor when deciding what size dumpster you need. If you feel like your trash will go beyond a 15-yard dumpster, it will cost you less to get the next size up because of potential fees that could occur by overfilling your dumpster.
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