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40-yard dumpster rental
A 40-yard roll-off is usually about 22 ft long, 8 ft wide and 8 ft high and holds about 12–16 pickup-truck loads. Typical price: $350–$900 a week (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)).
- Length × width × height
- 22 × 8 × 8 ft
- Holds about
- 12–16 pickup loads
- Typical price
- $350–$900 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).
40-yard dumpster at a glance
| Typical dimensions | Usually about 22 ft long, 8 ft wide and 8 ft high |
| Capacity | 40 cubic yards, about 12–16 pickup-truck loads |
| Typical price | $350–$900 a week a week (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)) |
| Weight capacity | About 5,500 lb in Fixr's price ranges (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)); each company sets its own |
| Good for | Demolition of a garage or outbuilding, commercial clean-outs, large roof replacements, big construction projects |
Good for
- Demolition of a garage or outbuilding
- Commercial clean-outs
- Large roof replacements
- Big construction projects
Think twice if you're planning
- Most residential driveways: check the space and the surface first
- Heavy debris such as concrete or dirt: many companies want a smaller dumpster for it
Tip
At about 8 ft tall, a 40-yard is built for volume, not weight: think bulky construction waste, not shingles or soil.
Loading a 40-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.
40-yard questions
How big is a 40-yard dumpster?
Typically usually about 22 ft long, 8 ft wide and 8 ft high, holding about 12–16 pickup-truck loads. Exact sizes vary by company, so confirm before you book.
How much does a 40-yard dumpster cost?
Fixr lists $350–$900 a week for a residential 40-yard dumpster (Fixr: dumpster rental cost (updated January 2025)). Your price depends on your area, weight allowance and rental length.
What is a 40-yard dumpster good for?
Demolition of a garage or outbuilding, Commercial clean-outs, Large roof replacements, Big construction projects.
Will a 40-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.
What is the weight limit of a 40-yard dumpster?
Each company sets its own, so ask. Fixr's price ranges assume a weight capacity of about 5,500 lb for a residential 40-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.