¿Qué Tamaño de Contenedor Necesito?
Quick Answer
For most residential projects, the 20-Yard Dumpster is the universal standard. It fits a 2-car garage cleanout, a medium kitchen remodel, or a large deck removal without taking up too much space.
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Dumpster Sizes at a Glance
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10 Yard
"The Starter"
- Small bathroom remodel
- Single room cleanout
- Garage cleanout
15 Yard
"The Mid-Size"
- Medium bathroom remodel
- Small kitchen remodel
- Basement cleanout
20 Yard
"The Homeowner Special"
- Kitchen remodel
- Full bathroom gut
- Roofing (up to 3,000 sq ft)
30 Yard
"The Remodeler"
- Whole house cleanout
- Estate cleanout
- Large renovation
40 Yard
"The Monster"
- Commercial projects
- Major demolition
- New home construction
Dumpster Size by Project Type
Bathroom remodel
10 Yard15 yard if full gut with tile
Kitchen remodel
15-20 Yard20 yard for island removal
Single room cleanout
10 YardPerfect for bedroom or office
Garage cleanout
10-15 Yard15 yard if heavily packed
Basement cleanout
15-20 YardDepends on accumulation
Roofing (1,500 sq ft)
15 YardShingles are heavy!
Roofing (3,000 sq ft)
20 YardMay need 30 for 2 layers
Deck removal
15-20 YardDepends on deck size
Whole house cleanout
30 Yard40 yard for large homes
Estate cleanout
30 YardMay need multiple hauls
New construction
30-40 YardDepends on project scope
| Project | Recommended Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom remodel | 10 Yard | 15 yard if full gut with tile |
| Kitchen remodel | 15-20 Yard | 20 yard for island removal |
| Single room cleanout | 10 Yard | Perfect for bedroom or office |
| Garage cleanout | 10-15 Yard | 15 yard if heavily packed |
| Basement cleanout | 15-20 Yard | Depends on accumulation |
| Roofing (1,500 sq ft) | 15 Yard | Shingles are heavy! |
| Roofing (3,000 sq ft) | 20 Yard | May need 30 for 2 layers |
| Deck removal | 15-20 Yard | Depends on deck size |
| Whole house cleanout | 30 Yard | 40 yard for large homes |
| Estate cleanout | 30 Yard | May need multiple hauls |
| New construction | 30-40 Yard | Depends on project scope |
Weight Matters More Than Size for Heavy Materials
Heavy materials like concrete, brick, dirt, and roofing shingles can hit weight limits before filling the dumpster. Here's how much common materials weigh:
- Concrete/Asphalt: 4,000 lbs per cubic yard
- Brick/Block: 3,000 lbs per cubic yard
- Dirt/Sand: 2,200 lbs per cubic yard
- Roofing Shingles: 250 lbs per roofing square (100 sq ft)
Our calculator accounts for weight to recommend the right size.
Dumpster Sizes Explained in Detail
10 Yard Dumpster
Best For:
- Small bathroom remodel
- Single room cleanout
- Garage cleanout
- Deck removal (up to 250 sq ft)
15 Yard Dumpster
Best For:
- Medium bathroom remodel
- Small kitchen remodel
- Basement cleanout
- Small roofing job
20 Yard Dumpster
Best For:
- Kitchen remodel
- Full bathroom gut
- Roofing (up to 3,000 sq ft)
- Multiple room renovation
30 Yard Dumpster
Best For:
- Whole house cleanout
- Estate cleanout
- Large renovation
- New construction debris
40 Yard Dumpster
Best For:
- Commercial projects
- Major demolition
- New home construction
- Large commercial cleanout
Related Questions
How much does it cost to rent a dumpster?
Dumpster rental costs $300-$500 for a 7-day rental of a 15-20 yard container. View our complete pricing guide.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster?
Only if placing on public property (street or sidewalk). Driveway placement requires no permit in most cities.
Can I put anything in a dumpster?
Most household waste is allowed, but hazardous materials, tires, batteries, and appliances with refrigerants are prohibited. See our complete disposal guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size dumpster do I need?
Most homeowners need a 15-20 yard dumpster. A 10-yard dumpster handles small cleanouts (2-3 pickup loads), while a 20-yard is ideal for kitchen or bathroom remodels (6 pickup loads). For large renovations or estate cleanouts, choose a 30-40 yard dumpster.
What size dumpster for a bathroom remodel?
A 10-yard dumpster is sufficient for most bathroom remodels, holding approximately 2-3 pickup truck loads of debris including old fixtures, tile, drywall, and flooring.
What size dumpster for a kitchen remodel?
A 15-20 yard dumpster handles most kitchen renovations including cabinets, countertops, flooring, and appliances. Choose 20 yards if removing an island or doing a complete gut renovation.
What size dumpster for roofing?
Roofing jobs typically require a 20-yard dumpster. One roofing square (100 sq ft) of shingles weighs approximately 250 lbs. A typical 2,000 sq ft roof generates 4,000-5,000 lbs of debris.
What size dumpster for a house cleanout?
Whole house cleanouts typically need a 30-yard dumpster. Estate cleanouts average 20-30 cubic yards of material including furniture, appliances, clothing, and household items.
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Last updated: January 2026