A 30-yard dumpster is a versatile and spacious waste container commonly used for large-scale projects in both residential and commercial settings. This dumpster size offers ample capacity for disposing of various materials and debris.
How big it is?
A typical 30-yard dumpster measures approximately:
- Length: 22 feet
- Width: 8 feet
- Height: 6.5 feet
The dumpster can hold about 30 cubic yards of waste, which is equivalent to:
- 150-190 trash bags
- 9-10 pickup truck loads
- 7,000-10,000 pounds of debris
When do we suggest to use a 30-yard dumpster?
30-yard dumpsters are ideal for a wide range of projects, including:
- Home renovations and remodeling
- Large-scale construction projects
- Commercial roofing (except residential shingle roofs)
- Estate cleanouts
- Major landscaping and yard cleanup
- Manufacturing and industrial waste disposal
What materials can you dump in?
- Furniture and appliances
- Construction debris (drywall, lumber, flooring)
- Yard waste (branches, leaves, grass clippings)
- Wooden pallets and scrap metals
- Cardboard and plastics
- General household junk
What’s NOT to dump in?
- Hazardous materials (paints, solvents, oils, fuels, pesticides, and other chemicals)
- Batteries (car batteries, lithium batteries, and other non-alkaline batteries)
- Flammable or explosive materials
- Asbestos
- Tires
- Liquids and sludge
How much weight is accepted?
30-yard dumpsters typically have weight limits ranging from 2-4 tons (4,000-8,000 pounds)
NOTE: Exceeding these limits may result in additional fees.
