Dumpster Information Page

Dumpsters can be used for all kinds of waste and recycling purposes. Business centers, corporate buildings, residences, education centers, and industrial sites utilize dumpsters for a variety of purposes. Generally dumpsters are emptied by truck with large prongs or newer models with retractable claws which lift the dumpster and empty its contents into the truck bed or storage compartment.

A dumpster, also known as a roll off dumpster or container, is a metal waste receptacle for residential and commercial use. They are generally designed to be emptied into garbage trucks where waste is then take to the landfill. The sizes and dimensions of dumpsters may vary in your area. Find a dumpster rental in your area to fulfill your waste removal needs. Below is a guide to dumpster rental and purchase. We have included a list of very common dumpster dimensions and the possible uses for your convenience This list is not exhaustive and you should contact us for a more thorough understanding of what dumpster will be the perfect solution for you.

Small Scale Dumpsters

10-15 Cubic Yards of Waste

These dumpsters have several important advantages to their usage. Their compact size makes them easy to get in and out of while taking up a minimal amount of space.

Here are some typical sizes you will see:

10-Yard Open Top Dumpster

  • Typical Environment: Residential and Small Business
  • Size Class: Very small
  • Average Dimensions: 2' high x 8' wide x 16' long
  • Example Usage: 10-yard open top dumpsters are ideal for waste created by house, garage, or storage facility cleaning and like projects.

12-Yard Open Top Dumpster

  • Typical Environment: Residential and Small Business
  • Size Class: Small
  • Average Dimensions: 3.5' tall x 8' wide x 10'-12' long
  • Example Disposal Contents: 12-yard open top dumpsters are well suited for landscaping projects as well as debris created by home improvement construction.

15-Yard Open Top Dumpster

  • Typical Environment: Residential and Small Business
  • Size Class: Small
  • Average Dimensions: 4' high x 8' wide x 14'-20' long
  • Example Disposal Contents: 15-yard open top dumpsters are ideal for small commercial construction projects such as small office building or strip mall debris.

Medium Scale Dumpsters

20-30 Cubic Yards of Waste

These dumpster sizes are very popular because they can accommodate both smaller and slightly larger scale dumpster jobs equally well and are very easy to load.

Here are some typical sizes you will see:

20-Yard Open Top Dumpster

  • Typical Environment: Residential, Small Business, and Commercial
  • Size Class: Small to medium
  • Average Dimensions: 3.5' high x 8' wide x 22' long
  • Example Disposal Contents: 20-yards open top dumpsters are suited for smaller and larger projects alike such as roof replacement debris or waste generated by carpet removal.

25-Yard Open Top Dumpster

  • Typical Environment: Residential, Small Business, and Commercial
  • Size Class: Small to medium
  • Average Dimensions: 4'-5' high x 8' wide x 18'-22' long
  • Example Disposal Contents: 25-yard open top dumpsters are well suited for medium to larger sized residential and commercial jobs such as replacement of a deck or partial reconstruction of a home.

30-Yard Open Top Dumpster

  • Typical Environment: Small Business and Commercial
  • Size Class: Medium
  • Average Dimensions: 5' high x 8' wide x 22' long
  • Example Disposal Contents: 30-yard open top dumpsters are perfect for medium sized commercial jobs such use on construction sites or industrial and commercial building clean-outs.

Large Scale Dumpsters

40 Cubic Yards of Waste

These are typically the largest dumpster one would need for any large-scale construction or demolition debris removal.

40-Yard Open Top Dumpster

  • Typical Environment: Small Business and Commercial
  • Size Class: Large
  • Average Dimensions: 7' high x 7' wide x 23' long
  • Example Disposal Contents: 40-yard open top dumpsters are ideal for major home reconstruction but usually are utilized in commercial construction or demolition clean up.

The sizes and dimensions of dumpsters may vary in your area. Find a dumpster rental in your area to fulfill your waste removal needs.