GFL Environmental USA Inc
GFL is your locally owned and operated source for eco-friendly dumpster rental and residential/commercial trash and recycling services. We stock a wide range of... more
Red-E-Bins of Michigan
Red-E-Bins of Michigan provides three different roll-off container sizes, including 5 yard, 10 yard, and 15 yard sizes. Our goal is to make sure we are good to... more
Curbside Junk Removal LLC
At Curbside Junk Removal LLC, we work on your schedule, offering flexible hours to fit your needs. We love what we do, and it shows.... more
D & V's Trash Hauling
"I needed a dumpster after a mobile home demolition. I called a number of companies, but D&V's Trash Hauling called right back. I was... more
All Seasons Landscaping & Dumpster
All Seasons Dumpster & Garbage Removal is a 3rd generation company with expertise in demolition, junk removal and dumpster rental services. We’re able to meet... more
Trash Bandit Dumpsters
"I highly recommend Trash Bandit Dumpsters. Everything was so easy! I was able to do everything online and when I had a couple of questions... more
Motor City Disposal
Motor City Disposal is a family-owned, driveway-safe dumpster company with a commitment to customer satisfaction. We provide clean, good looking dumpsters at competitive rates with... more
Sterling Sanitation, Inc.
Sterling Sanitation, Inc. offers a variety of dumpster rentals throughout the greater Detroit, MI area for all your disposal needs, including 10 yard, 20 yard, 30 yard, and 40... more
Dumps For You
Dumps For You offers 24-hour support, seven days a week in order to provide our customers with responsive, fast services. Why settle when you can... more
Wolverine Dumpster Rental
Wolverine Dumpster Rental specializes in providing contractors and residential clients with 10 yard, 12 yard, 15 yard, and 20 yard driveway-friendly roll-off dumpster rentals. Our dumpsters are perfect for... more
Titan Environmental Solutions
Titan Environmental Solutions was voted #1 in southeast Michigan for dumpster rental services! Our fleet of dumpsters includes 10, 20, 30, and 40 yard container sizes and we provide delivery... more
Motor City Dumpster
Motor City Dumpster provides comprehensive roll off dumpster services with multiple size options available, from 10 yarders to 30 yarders. Request your free quote today or contact... more
Roll Off Dumpster Tips for Highland Park, MI
What are common uses for each roll-off dumpster size?
10 yard container: These compact roll-offs are ideal for smaller cleanups, concrete, dirt, and garage cleanouts.
20 yard container: These versatile bins can be used in a variety of applications, including home cleanouts, roofing jobs, small demolition, and deck/patio removal projects.
30 yard container: These are good for disposing of up to two layers of roofing shingles on an average size home, large kitchen or bathroom renovation, large deck removal, or complete two-stall garage cleanout.
40 yard container: Typically the largest container choice, 40 yard boxes are ideal for the biggest cleanups, including new construction, demolition, whole-home renovation, roofing projects, and business cleanouts.
Read more: The Ultimate Guide to Dumpster Sizes
What projects can a 20 yard roll-off container accommodate?
20 yard boxes are often the most popular choice due to their versatility. They’re a good choice for most cleanups, including renovations, home cleanouts, roofing repairs, and deck or patio removal.
A 20 yard container can typically hold about 3 tons of debris, although some rental companies may allow more weight than that.
The dimensions of these containers may vary but is generally about 22 ft x 8 ft x 4.5 ft. Since a standard refrigerator measures about two cubic yards, a 20 yard container can hold the equivalent of 10 refrigerators.
Because densities of debris varies, the volume of waste you can fit in a 20 yard dumpster will also vary. For example, concrete weighs at least three times more than general household junk, so you can place far less concrete in the dumpster compared to household junk.
Discuss your project with your rental provider to make sure a 20 yard dumpster is the right size for the project. This is important to avoid incurring overage fees or having to rent a second container in cases where a 20 yard bin wasn’t big enough.
Learn more: How Much Does a 20 Yard Dumpster Hold?