Choosing the Most Suitable Dumpster Size For Your Project

Renting a dumpster bin for your project can make your life a lot easier, but there’s always the underlying question – which size bin do I need to carry out my project? Mr. Waste is here to guide you through the process of choosing the most suitable bin.

 

 Available sizes and types of debris

At Mr. Waste , we have dumpster bins that range in size from 6 to 40 cubic yards. Choosing the right size for your dumpster will help you save money because you might pay for unused space if the dumpster is too big for your project, and you may have left over debris or may be charged fees for over-filling your bin in the case that you order a bin that is too small for your needs. 

 

The 6-yard bin

6 yard dumpster bin

Dimensions: 10 feet x 6 feet x 3 feet.

Capacity: Can hold 3 pickup truck loads of waste or 30 trash bags.

Weight Limit: Typically can store up to 900 pounds of material.

Great for medium size construction and landscaping jobs, as well as residential and commercial renovations.

 

 The 10-yard bin

Dimensions: 11 feet x 7 feet x 3.5 feet.

Capacity: Can hold 3 to 5 pickup truck loads of waste or 40-50 trash bags.

Weight Limit: Typically can store up to 1-2 tons (2,000-4,000 pounds)

A 10-yard bin is most suitable for household & construction debris removal, roofing jobs, and medium & large renovation projects

 

 The 14-yard bin

14 yard bin

Dimensions: 12 feet x 8 feet x 4 feet.

Capacity: Can hold 6 truckloads of waste or 60-75 trash bags.

Weight Limit: Typically can store up to 2-3 tons (4,000-6,000 pounds)

This bin is the right choice for big landscaping jobs, floor removals, roofing jobs, concrete removals, and full bathroom remodels.

 

 The 20-yard bin

14 yard bin

Dimensions: 20 feet x 8 feet x 4 feet.

Capacity: Can hold 7 truckloads of waste or 80-100 trash bags.

Weight Limit: Typically can store up to 3-4 tons (6,000-8,000 pounds)

The 20-yard bin is perfect for general construction or demolition projects, larger landscape projects & seasonal clean-ups

 

 The 40-yard bin

10 yard dumpster bin

Dimensions: 20 feet x 8 feet x 8 feet.

Capacity: Can hold 12 truckloads of waste or 180-200 trash bags

Weight Limit: Typically can store up to 5-6 tons (10,000-12,000 pounds)

Being our largest bin, when you expect a large volume of debris to be removed from your construction site; the 40-yard bin is sure to have all the capacity needed and is suitable for large construction and demolition sites.

Weight is another important consideration when it comes to hiring a dumpster. If you are filling your bin with heavy material like bricks or concrete, you may need to go for a higher size.

Contact us for immediate booking to assist you in your next project or visit our Frequently Asked Questions to find additional answers to your questions.