Renting a dumpster is simple—until you have to pick a size. Choose too small and you’re paying for a second haul; too big and you’re paying for space you never use. Here’s how to get it right the first time for your Atlanta project.
The quick answer by project type
- 10-yard – small bathroom remodels, single-room cleanouts, concrete or dirt. See 10-yard details.
- 15-yard – medium cleanouts, flooring tear-outs, small roofing jobs. See 15-yard details.
- 20-yard – the most popular choice: renovations, large cleanouts, landscaping debris. See 20-yard details.
- 30-yard – whole-home renovations, new construction, large demolition. See 30-yard details.
- 40-yard – major construction and commercial cleanouts with high volume. See 40-yard details.
Three questions that decide your size
1. How much debris will you actually generate? A good rule of thumb: a single room cleanout fills about 10 yards, while a full kitchen or bath remodel usually lands in the 15–20 yard range.
2. How heavy is the material? Heavy debris like concrete, brick, dirt and roofing shingles hits weight limits fast. For these, a smaller 10–15 yard dumpster is often the right call even if the volume seems low.
3. Where will it sit? Larger dumpsters need more driveway or staging space. If access is tight, sizing down or splitting into two hauls can save headaches.
When in doubt, size up a little
The cost difference between one size and the next is usually small compared to the cost of ordering a second dumpster. If you’re between two sizes, the larger one is typically the safer bet.
Not sure? Just ask
Tell us about your project and we’ll recommend the right size—no guesswork. Call (470) 407-6185 or request a free quote. Browse all dumpster sizes to compare.