Whether you’re planning a spring cleanup or a major renovation, dumpster rentals help any project run smoothly. No matter the scope, you’ll find yourself with piles of garbage and debris, often more than you think. Rather than leaving this waste on the curb, it’s best to toss it in an on-site dumpster. With multiple sizes available, however, how do you pick the right one?

10 Cubic Yards

The smallest size available, a 10-cubic-yard dumpster holds approximately three truckloads of junk. This size is ideal for projects such as house clean-outs, seasonal cleaning, and minor renovations. Anything beyond that, and your dumpster will be overflowing, making trash pick-up difficult. If you’re unsure how much debris a project will produce, it’s best to choose the next size up, saving you the time and money it takes to rent an additional dumpster.

20 Cubic Yards

A popular, mid-sized choice, 20-cubic-yard dumpsters work wonderfully for a large array of jobs. From roofing work to kitchen and bathroom remodels, landscaping, and other average-sized interior and exterior projects, it holds twice as much as its smaller counterpart—that’s six truckloads worth of trash.

30 Cubic Yards & Above

The largest dumpster rentals available are 30 and 40 cubic yards; these are suitable for big projects, like new home construction. Furniture, trees and stumps, for example, can easily fit within these containers. 

Other Considerations

Weight

Volume isn’t the only trait that matters. Even if the project is small, the debris could be heavy and difficult to remove. If you will be tossing lots of weighty items, pick the next size up. After all, you don’t want a garbage service struggling to get the container off your property.

Placement

Consider the size of your disposal area. If the only place for a dumpster is a narrow alley, for instance, you don’t want it taking up the entire space. In this case, you might have to place smaller ones side by side to create more room. Ask your garbage service for the ideal way to squeeze them in without irritating the neighbors. 

 

Seeking dumpster rentals for your next project? Turn to Fly By Nite Disposal, the Princeton, WV, area’s premier garbage collection company. Offering services for both commercial and residential needs, they provide convenient trash pick-up and removal, including affordable curbside and driveway pick-up. Visit the website and Facebook page to learn more, or call (304) 487-1655 to request your free quote today.