Dumpster Sizes

What is the capacity of a 10 yard container?

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A 10 yard container typically holds 2 to 3 metric tonnes, or 1800 to 2700 kgs. 10 yard dumpster rentals are used when removing heavy materials such as concrete, bricks, and sand. The sides are low for easy loading, but the container is big enough to hold entire driveways and patios, depending on their size. Enviro Connexions also offers its customers the option of renting a special heavy debris dumpster with a weight limit of 8 metric tons.

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Examples of waste for a 10 yard dumpster:

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• 1100 kgs of loose yard waste
• 2,500 to 3,500 square feet of carpeting

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Examples of construction waste for a 10 yard dumpster:

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• 50 to 70 4x8-feet sheets of drywall
• 48 to 72 bundles of roofing shingles

• 70 to 100 square feet of concrete or asphalt

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Contact Enviro Connexions today to rent a 10 yard dumpster.

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What is the capacity of a 20 yard dumpster?

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A 20 yard container typically contains 3 metric tonnes, or 6,000 pounds. 20 yard dumpster rentals are perfect for seasonal yard cleaning, small renovations, roofing projects, and decluttering. The sides are low for easy loading and the container is big enough to hold all sorts of trash.

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Examples of household waste:

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• 3,000 to 4,200 square feet of carpeting
• 1,500 square feet of hardwood flooring

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Examples of construction waste:

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• 62 to 84 4x8-feet sheets of drywall
• 60 to 90 bundles of roofing shingles
• 80 to 110 square feet of concrete or asphalt

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Contact Enviro Connexions today to rent a 20 yard container.

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What is the capacity of a 30 yard container?

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A 30 yard container typically contains 3.5 to 4.5 metric tonnes, or 7,000 to 10,000 pounds. 30 yard dumpster rentals are used for medium-scale cleanups, light demolition waste, and entire room renovations. It is large enough to hold a variety of materials, including larger household items such as furniture and appliances.

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Examples of household waste:

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• 3,400 kgs of loose yard waste
• 4,200 to 6,000 square feet of carpeting

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Examples of construction waste:

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• 84 to 122 4x8-feet sheets of drywall
• 90 to 120 bundles of roofing shingles
• 1,750 to 2,500 square feet of hardwood flooring

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Contact Enviro Connexions today to rent a 30 yard container.

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What is the capacity of a 40 yard container?

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A 40 yard container holds around 4.5 to 5.5 metric tonnes, or 10,000 to 12,000 pounds. 40 yard dumpster rentals are used for major renovations, major cleanings, and construction projects. These dumpsters are big enough to hold a large amount of larger or oddly sized materials, such as oversized construction waste, large household items, appliances, and furniture.

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Examples of household waste:

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• 4,535 kgs of loose yard waste

• 6,000 to 9,000 square feet of carpeting

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Examples of construction waste:

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• 144 to 188 4x8-feet sheets of drywall
• 120 to 192 bundles of roofing shingles
• 2,500 to 3,000 square feet of hardwood flooring

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Contact Enviro Connexions today to rent a 40 yard container.

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