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10-yard dumpster rental
A 10-yard roll-off is about 12–16 ft long, 7.5–8 ft wide and 3.5–4 ft high and holds about 3–5 pickup-truck loads. Typical price: $250–$400 a week (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)).
- Length × width × height
- 12–16 × 7.5–8 × 3.5–4 ft
- Holds about
- 3–5 pickup loads
- Typical price
- $250–$400 a week
Drawn to scale next to a 5 ft 10 in person. Sizes vary by company. Prices are typical weekly ranges from Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025).
10-yard dumpster at a glance
| Typical dimensions | About 12–16 ft long, 7.5–8 ft wide and 3.5–4 ft high |
| Capacity | 10 cubic yards, about 3–5 pickup-truck loads |
| Typical price | $250–$400 a week a week (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)) |
| Weight capacity | About 2,000 lb in Fixr's price ranges (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)); each company sets its own |
| Good for | A one-room cleanout or garage clear-out, a small bathroom or kitchen remodel, heavy debris like concrete, dirt or brick (small loads), deck removal |
Good for
- A one-room cleanout or garage clear-out
- A small bathroom or kitchen remodel
- Heavy debris like concrete, dirt or brick (small loads)
- Deck removal
Think twice if you're planning
- A whole-house clean-out or a full roof tear-off: usually too small
- Bulky furniture sets that eat up volume quickly
Tip
The 10-yard is often the size companies prefer for heavy debris like concrete, dirt or brick, because a bigger box would go over the weight limit long before it's full.
Loading a 10-yard well
- Put flat, heavy items in first and spread them across the floor.
- Break down furniture and stack boards flat to save space.
- Keep debris level with the top edge: an overfilled container can be refused.
- Keep paint, batteries, tires and chemicals out. See what can go in.
10-yard questions
How big is a 10-yard dumpster?
Typically about 12–16 ft long, 7.5–8 ft wide and 3.5–4 ft high, holding about 3–5 pickup-truck loads. Exact sizes vary by company, so confirm before you book.
How much does a 10-yard dumpster cost?
Fixr lists $250–$400 a week for a residential 10-yard dumpster (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)). Your price depends on your area, weight allowance and rental length.
What is a 10-yard dumpster good for?
A one-room cleanout or garage clear-out, A small bathroom or kitchen remodel, Heavy debris like concrete, dirt or brick (small loads), Deck removal.
Will a 10-yard dumpster fit in my driveway?
Measure the space and tell the company: the truck needs room to back in and tilt the container off, plus clearance from wires and branches. See where to put a dumpster.
Will a couch fit in a 10-yard dumpster?
Usually yes. A typical three-seat sofa (about 7 × 3 × 3 ft) is roughly 2 to 2.5 cubic yards, so it fits but uses about a quarter of a 10-yard. Break down what you can and load it flat.
What is the weight limit of a 10-yard dumpster?
Each company sets its own, so ask. Fixr's price ranges assume a weight capacity of about 2,000 lb for a residential 10-yard, and lists overage at roughly $40–$100 per extra ton (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)). Use our size calculator to check your load.