The size of the dumpster you need is determined by the size of your job site and the amount of trash you need to throw away. Roll-Off Dumpsters are calculated in cubic yards. A cubic yard is 3 feet long by 3 feet wide and 3 feet high.
A small dumpster can be used for garages, attics or basement cleaning, kitchen remodeling, or bathroom changes. In those cases, a 10-yard dumpster will almost surely fit.
These dumpsters weigh between 1 and 3 tons and have a storage capacity comparable to 3 trucks.
Nonetheless, there are larger dumpsters for larger jobs such as landscaping, roofing, home remodeling. In those cases, a 20-yard dumpster may be suitable. It can also be used for moving or landscaping work. The cost difference between a 20-Yard Dumpster and a 30-Yard Dumpster is minimal… You may wish to ponder using the larger option.
In the case of office or home construction work, i.e., large projects, the perfect dumpsters are those measuring 30 or 40 yards. These dumpster rentals are sizeable so that a large amount of waste can be transferred.