Acadiana Waste Services
Locally owned and operated, Acadiana Waste Services has more than 70 years of experience serving residential and commercial customers in Broussard, LA and the greater Lafayette... more
J&B Red-E-Bins
J&B Red-E-Bins is a small, family-owned business specializing in an affordable trash removal service geared towards folks on a budget. Our construction dumpsters come... more
redbox+ of Lafayette
One call, two services with redbox+ of Lafayette! We offer a patented dumpster design that features integrated portable restrooms, making it the perfect solution for... more
Ragin Container Rentals LLC
Ragin Container Rentals LLC is a roll-off dumpster rental company that is able to handle a large number of disposal needs, including remodeling projects, construction,... more
Boss Dumpsters
Boss Dumpsters rents out a variety of different roll-off dumpsters for residential and commercial waste in Effie, LA and the neighboring communities.Learn more and... more
Construction Dumpster Tips for Morrow, LA
How much can I put in a construction dumpster?
The average weight allowance for 20 yard dumpsters is 4 tons (8,000 lbs). Some rental providers may offer a lower or higher weight allowance, so make sure you reach out to multiple dumpster providers and compare costs and weight allowances. Here are some examples of what people across the country have paid for a 20 yard (including weight limits, rental costs, and fees).
Location | Rental Cost | Weight Allowance | Overage Charges |
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South Bend, IN | $360 | 4 tons | $115 per ton |
Orlando, FL | $320 | 3 tons | $45 per ton |
Las Vegas, NV | $395 | 8 tons | $40 per ton |
Minneapolis, MN | $365 | 2 tons | $75 per ton |
Construction dumpsters should not be filled over the top, and you should pay close attention to each company's weight limits. With heavy debris, it’s important to keep the load height within the range specified by the dumpster rental company. This could be one-quarter of the way up, or even less in some cases.
Learn more: A Contractor’s Guide to Renting a Dumpster for Large Demolition and Construction Jobs