12-Yard Dumpsters
Best For: Small cleanups, single-room renovations, roofing, tree removal, or light yard work.
Holds: ~10 cubic yards (4–5 pickup truck loads).
Examples:
- Spring cleaning a garage or attic.
- Tearing out a small bathroom (tiles, sink, drywall).
- Trimming bushes or clearing a medium yard (no stumps bigger than 12 inches in diameter).
- Replacing up to 25 squares of roofing, 1 layer.
Size: 12 ft long x 8 ft wide x 3.9 ft high — fits tight spots like driveways.
Why Choose It?
Perfect when you need a compact, easy-to-load option for smaller projects that still produce a fair amount of debris.
20-Yard Dumpsters
Best For: Medium cleanouts, multi-room remodels, flooring, carpet removal, or deck replacements.
Holds: ~20 cubic yards (8–10 pickup truck loads).
Examples:
- Cleaning out a basement or large garage
- Renovating a kitchen or two smaller rooms
- Removing carpet or flooring from an entire house
- Replacing an average-sized deck (250–350 sq ft)
- Landscaping projects with dirt, brush, or small tree limbs.
Size: 22 ft long x 8 ft wide x 4.5 ft high — fits most driveways.
Why Choose It?
A great balance between size and capacity for homeowners or contractors tackling mid-sized renovations or larger junk removal.
30-Yard Dumpsters
Best For: Major renovations, whole-home cleanouts, demolition, or large construction projects.
Holds: ~30 cubic yards (12–15 pickup truck loads).
Examples:
- Remodeling multiple rooms or entire floors.
- Large-scale home cleanouts (including furniture & appliances).
- Deck or patio demolitions over 400 sq ft.
- Major landscaping projects or clearing lots.
- Roofing projects of 40–50 squares (1 layer).
Size: 22 ft long x 8 ft wide x 6 ft high — requires adequate space for delivery.
Why Choose It?
Ideal for big jobs with lots of debris, offering plenty of room for bulky materials without frequent hauls.