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What are the dimensions of a 10 yard dumpster?
A 10 yard dumpster is the smallest roll-off Tempe Porta Pros stacks on the lot, and it is the one most homeowners in Tempe end up renting. 10 yard dumpster measurements typically run around 12 feet long, 8 feet wide, and just over 3 feet tall, though exact steel gauges vary by manufacturer. That low wall height matters for anyone tossing shingles or drywall by hand instead of using a lift. 10 yard dumpster sizes work well for a single-room gut, a small deck removal, or clearing out a garage before a move. If you are not sure this is the right box, dumpster sizes and dimensions is the pillar page for comparing all three, and the 10 yard dumpster rental page breaks down what typically fits inside one load. Before the truck shows up, check what cannot go in a dumpster and review dumpster weight limits, since overloading a small box is the most common surprise fee on a Tempe driveway job.
What are 20 yard dumpster dimensions?
Dumpster dimensions on a 20 yard box run roughly 22 feet long, 8 feet wide, and about 4.5 feet tall, doubling the volume of a 10 yarder without doubling the footprint by much. 20 yard dumpster measurements make this the workhorse size for flooring tear-outs, fence removal, and mid-size renovations across Tempe. The 20 yard dumpster size also tends to be the sweet spot on cost per yard, which the dumpster rental cost page covers in more depth. Delivery still needs clearance: figure on roughly 60 feet of straight space behind the truck so the cable system can lower the box flat. Tight driveways near older Tempe neighborhoods sometimes cannot manage that approach, so it is worth a phone call before booking. If your load is closer to a full remodel, compare against the 30 yard dumpster rental or step down to a 10 yard dumpster rental for a smaller job.
What are 30 yard dumpster size specs?
A 30 yard dumpster size stretches to about 22 feet long, 8 feet wide, and roughly 6 feet tall, adding wall height rather than length compared to the 20 yard box. This is the container most Tempe contractors reach for on new builds, additions, or a full house cleanout with furniture and construction debris mixed together. Dumpster dimensions 30 yard units share the same delivery clearance need as the 20 yard, that same 60 feet of straight room behind the truck. Because the walls run higher, loading by hand gets harder past waist height, so many crews rent a smaller 10 yard dumpster rental or 20 yard dumpster rental instead if the debris is light but bulky, like insulation or cabinetry. For anything heavier, like concrete or roofing tear-off, check the dumpster weight limits page first so the size you pick matches the material, not just the volume.
Which dumpster size fits my Tempe project?
Match the box to the debris type first, then the volume. A kitchen remodel with cabinets, countertop, and flooring usually needs a 20 yard. A full home renovation with framing waste and old fixtures usually needs a 30 yard, sometimes even a 40 yard dumpster rental if the crew is gutting more than one story. Roofing jobs lean toward denser, heavier material, so a 10 yard or 20 yard often makes more financial sense than a bigger box that just adds weight-limit risk. For ongoing work, construction dumpster rental service on a monthly swap schedule tends to run cheaper per yard than repeated one-off deliveries. If the property sits on a corner lot or the box needs to sit near a public sidewalk, review dumpster permit requirements before delivery day, since placement in the right of way in Tempe needs confirming with the city and no ordinance number is assumed here.
| unit | duration | low | typical | high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| dumpster | day | 51 | 75 | 112 |
| dumpster | week | 426 | 600 | 778 |
| dumpster | month | 91 | 108 | 500 |
Do I need a permit for dumpster placement in Tempe?
Placement on a private driveway generally does not need city sign-off, but placement in the street or right of way does need confirming with the city of Tempe before the truck rolls. Nobody here has a copy of the exact ordinance number in hand, so treat that as an open question to call in, not something to guess at. The dumpster permit requirements page walks through what to ask when you call. Homeowners doing driveway-only projects in Guadalupe, 3.5 miles southwest of Tempe, run into the same question, and the answer is the same: check with the local jurisdiction, not the rental company, since rules differ block to block. If your project also involves fencing off the work zone, temporary fence rental crews can usually advise on clearance at the same time the dumpster gets scheduled.
Housekeeping matters too once the box is on site. OSHA 1926.25 requires scrap and debris to be cleared from work areas regularly, and OSHA 1926.252 covers how waste gets disposed of, including chute and enclosure setups on multi-story jobs. Neither rule sets a dumpster size, but both assume the box is emptied often enough that debris does not pile up around it, which is one more reason picking the right size up front saves a second delivery mid-project.
How much debris fits in a 10 yard dumpster?
A 10 yard box holds roughly the equivalent of a one-car garage cleanout or a small bathroom gut, factoring in the roughly 12 by 8 foot footprint and low wall height. It is not built for dense material in bulk. Check dumpster weight limits before loading concrete, tile, or dirt into one.
Is a 20 yard or 30 yard dumpster better for a kitchen remodel?
Most kitchen remodels in Tempe fit a 20 yard dumpster: cabinets, countertops, flooring, and drywall generally stay within that volume. Step up to a 30 yard only if the job also includes structural changes or an addition pouring extra framing waste into the same load.
How much space does dumpster delivery need?
Plan on about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the delivery truck so the roll-off cable system can lower the box flat without hitting a fence, tree, or parked car. Narrow alleys or short driveways sometimes rule out larger sizes entirely.
Can I mix construction debris and household junk in one dumpster?
Usually yes, but not always. Certain materials are barred outright regardless of size. Review what cannot go in a dumpster before loading, since items like tires, batteries, or hazardous chemicals can trigger extra fees or a rejected pickup in Tempe.
Does a bigger dumpster always cost less per yard?
Not automatically. A 30 yard costs more upfront than a 10 yard, but the per-yard rate often improves with size. Compare actual project volume against the dumpster rental cost breakdown before assuming bigger saves money on a small job.
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