Dumpster Sizes for Visalia Projects

Compare 10, 15, 20, 30 and 40 yard roll-off dumpsters: approximate dimensions, capacity and typical uses.

Size Comparison Chart

Roll-off dumpster size comparison (approximate)
SizeApprox. dimensions (L x W x H)CapacityGood for
10 yardabout 12-14 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 3-3.5 ft highroughly 3-4 pickup-truck loadsSmall bathroom or kitchen remodel
15 yardabout 14-16 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 4-4.5 ft highroughly 5-6 pickup-truck loadsMid-size remodel or flooring tear-out
20 yardabout 20-22 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 4-4.5 ft highroughly 6-8 pickup-truck loadsMost popular size for home projects
30 yardabout 20-22 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 6 ft highroughly 9-12 pickup-truck loadsNew construction or major renovation
40 yardabout 20-22 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 8 ft highroughly 12-16 pickup-truck loadsLarge construction and demolition

A cubic yard is about 3 ft x 3 ft x 3 ft. Dimensions vary slightly by container manufacturer. Heavy debris such as concrete, dirt, brick or roofing shingles may have fill-line or weight limits, so ask when you book.

Every Dumpster Size, Explained

10yd

10 Yard Dumpster

Approx. dimensions: about 12-14 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 3-3.5 ft high

Holds: roughly 3-4 pickup-truck loads

  • Small bathroom or kitchen remodel
  • Garage or closet cleanout
  • Heavy debris like concrete, dirt or brick (small loads)
  • Small deck removal
Quote a 10 yard
15yd

15 Yard Dumpster

Approx. dimensions: about 14-16 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 4-4.5 ft high

Holds: roughly 5-6 pickup-truck loads

  • Mid-size remodel or flooring tear-out
  • Single-room to small-home cleanout
  • Small roofing job
  • Yard and landscaping cleanup
Quote a 15 yard
Most popular
20yd

20 Yard Dumpster

Approx. dimensions: about 20-22 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 4-4.5 ft high

Holds: roughly 6-8 pickup-truck loads

  • Most popular size for home projects
  • Roof tear-off on an average house
  • Whole-home cleanout or estate cleanout
  • Large remodel or flooring for a full home
Quote a 20 yard
30yd

30 Yard Dumpster

Approx. dimensions: about 20-22 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 6 ft high

Holds: roughly 9-12 pickup-truck loads

  • New construction or major renovation
  • Large roofing jobs
  • Big estate or hoarder cleanouts
  • Commercial cleanouts
Quote a 30 yard
40yd

40 Yard Dumpster

Approx. dimensions: about 20-22 ft long x 7.5-8 ft wide x 8 ft high

Holds: roughly 12-16 pickup-truck loads

  • Large construction and demolition
  • Commercial and industrial cleanouts
  • Big bulky, lighter debris (not heavy material)
  • Multi-phase contractor projects
Quote a 40 yard

Tips for Choosing a Size

  • When in doubt, size up. A slightly bigger container usually costs less than a second haul.
  • Heavy material needs a smaller box. Concrete, dirt and roofing shingles get heavy fast. A 10 or 15 yard is often the right call.
  • Check your space. Most roll-offs need about 8-9 ft of width, around 60 ft of straight-line access for the truck, and clearance from wires and branches.

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