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Dumpster Size Calculator

Picking the wrong dumpster size costs you money. Too small means a second rental. Too big means you pay for empty space.
This calculator takes the guesswork out. Answer three quick questions. Get a size that fits your project and your driveway.

Answer three quick questions. Get the right roll off size for your Bowling Green project in seconds. No guessing, no oversized rentals.

1 What kind of project is this?
2 How big is the job?
3 Heavy materials?
Pick a project type and job size above. Your recommended dumpster size shows here.
10
cubic yard

Your recommended size

A 10 yard roll off fits small cleanouts, single room remodels, garage or attic clear outs, and small roofs.

3 to 4 pickup truck loads
Holds
1 to 3 tons
Weight limit
14 ft long
Footprint

Roofing shingles are heavy. One square weighs around 250 pounds. We keep roof loads in a right sized can so you avoid overage fees.

Close call? If your load runs bigger than planned, a 20 yard dumpster gives you extra room. Not sure which way to go? Call us and we will help you pick.

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20
cubic yard

Your recommended size

A 20 yard roll off fits most home cleanouts, kitchen and bath remodels, flooring jobs, and standard roof tear offs.

8 pickup truck loads
Holds
2 to 3 tons
Weight limit
22 ft long
Footprint

Roofing shingles are heavy. One square weighs around 250 pounds. We keep roof loads in a right sized can so you avoid overage fees.

Close call? If your load runs bigger than planned, a 30 yard dumpster gives you extra room. Not sure which way to go? Call us and we will help you pick.

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30
cubic yard

Your recommended size

A 30 yard roll off fits large renovations, home additions, estate cleanouts, and bigger construction jobs.

12 pickup truck loads
Holds
3 to 5 tons
Weight limit
22 ft long
Footprint

Roofing shingles are heavy. One square weighs around 250 pounds. We keep roof loads in a right sized can so you avoid overage fees.

Close call? If your load runs bigger than planned, a 40 yard dumpster gives you extra room. Not sure which way to go? Call us and we will help you pick.

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40
cubic yard

Your recommended size

A 40 yard roll off fits major construction, full demolition, and large commercial cleanouts.

16 pickup truck loads
Holds
5 to 8 tons
Weight limit
22 ft long
Footprint

Roofing shingles are heavy. One square weighs around 250 pounds. We keep roof loads in a right sized can so you avoid overage fees.

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10
cubic yard

Your recommended size

A 10 yard roll off fits small cleanouts, single room remodels, garage or attic clear outs, and small roofs.

3 to 4 pickup truck loads
Holds
1 to 3 tons
Weight limit
14 ft long
Footprint

Heavy debris like concrete, brick, dirt, and shingles gets heavy fast. We point you to a 10 yard dumpster so the load stays under road weight limits. For big heavy loads, ask us about a heavy debris can or splitting the job into two pickups.

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How to Use This Calculator

Start with your project type. A garage cleanout and a roof tear off need very different sizes. Next, pick how big the job is. One bathroom is small. A whole house is large. Last, tell us if your load has heavy stuff. Concrete, brick, dirt, and shingles hit weight limits fast. The tool sizes for weight, not just space. You get a clear answer in seconds. Then call us to lock it in.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Most homes need a 20 yard for a standard roof tear off. A small roof under 1,500 square feet can fit in a 10 yard. Shingles are heavy, so size for weight.

It gives a strong general guide based on common local projects. Your exact debris and weight set the final size. A quick call confirms it.

You can call us for a second pickup or a swap. Picking right the first time saves time and money, so use the tool above.