Project guide
Which dumpster size do you need?
Roll-off dumpsters are measured in cubic yards. One yard is roughly a large household bathtub of debris. Here's how to match the bin to your project.
What's your project?
Tap one and we'll suggest a size.
10 yard
About 3–4 pickup loadsSmall cleanouts
Garage, shed or yard cleanups, small bathroom renos, heavy material like soil or concrete
14 yard
About 5–6 pickup loadsOne room jobs
Single-room renos, decluttering, flooring or deck removal
20 yard
About 8 pickup loadsMost home renovations
Kitchen or basement renos, roofing on a smaller home, estate cleanouts
30 yard
About 12 pickup loadsLarge renovations
Whole-home renos, additions, large roofing jobs
40 yard
About 16 pickup loadsMajor construction
New builds, demolition and commercial cleanouts
Sizes are approximate and vary by provider. Your quotes will confirm the details.
Tips before you book
- Heavy debris like concrete, brick or soil fills the weight limit fast. Choose a smaller bin and ask about weight limits.
- Don't fill above the top edge. Overloaded bins can't be picked up safely.
- Leave about 18 m of clear space for the truck to drop and pick up the bin.
- Paint, batteries, tires and propane tanks usually aren't allowed. Ask your provider.
- Check whether you need a city permit to put the bin on the street.
- Compare how many rental days and tonnes each quote includes, not just the price.
Still not sure?
Send a request with your best guess and add notes. Local providers will confirm the right size with their price.