Dumpster Sizing Guide

What size dumpster is right for your project? It depends on the size of your project and how much space you have to store the dumpster.

Roll-off dumpster rental sizes are typically measured in cubic yards. The exterior dimensions of the dumpster are usually measured in feet. To find the volume of a dumpster you simply multiply the exterior dimensions of width, height and length in feet and then divide the final figure by 27 to determine total volume in cubic yards.

When you are renting a dumpster you will also want to think about the type of project you are working on and the kinds of materials you will be putting in the dumpster. For instance, filling a dumpster with fallen leaves and yard waste will create far less weight than using it to dispose of construction materials or demolition rubble like bricks, concrete and lumber.  Additionally, some dumpsters have restrictions on the types waste that can be placed in them. 

There is really no need to undertake complex calculations anymore - the free Dumpster Rental Size Guide and Roll-Off Sizes Chart from Dumpster Market gives you an easy way to estimate the size you will need for your particular project. In this dumpster sizes chart we’ve broken down each roll-off dumpster size by dimensions, common uses, and their capacity, equivalent in full-size pick-up trucks, to help you decide which one is right for you. Use our dumpster sizes chart to find the correct one for your project. If you have questions fill out and submit our handy online question form, use our instant-chat button at the bottom of this page, or give us a call at our toll-free phone number.