Dumpster sizes
Which dumpster size do you need?
We keep it simple with two sizes. Both have the same 7′ × 14′ footprint, so either one fits a standard driveway. The difference is wall height, which gives the 17 yard 4 more yards of space.
13 vs 17 yard at a glance
| 13 Yard | 17 Yard | |
|---|---|---|
| Size (W × L × H) | 7′ × 14′ × 4′ | 7′ × 14′ × 5′ |
| Weight included | 2 tons | [weight limit] |
| 1–3 days | $350 | $400 |
| 4–7 days | $400 | $450 |
| Best for | Single rooms, garages, roofs up to ~20 squares, yard debris | Whole-house cleanouts, remodels, construction debris, bulky junk |
| 13 yard details → | 17 yard details → |
Pick by project
13 yard
Garage or basement cleanout
One garage, one basement or a storage unit’s worth of stuff.
13 yard
Roof tear-off
Up to about 20 squares of shingles. Shingles are heavy, so the weight limit decides, not the space.
13 yard
One-room renovation
A bathroom or kitchen gut, or flooring for a room or two.
13 yard
Yard cleanup
Brush, branches and general yard debris.
17 yard
Whole-house cleanout
Moving, downsizing or clearing out an estate.
17 yard
Multi-room remodel
Cabinets, drywall, flooring and framing from several rooms.
17 yard
Construction debris
Mixed construction and demolition debris from a bigger job.
17 yard
Bulky furniture and junk
Couches, tables and other bulky items that take up space.
Tips for choosing
Heavy or bulky?
Space and weight are two different limits. Bulky, light items like furniture and household junk fill space, so size up. Heavy items like shingles fill the weight limit first, so a bigger box won’t help. You’ll just pay $80 per ton over the limit.
Between sizes?
For cleanouts and remodels, go with the 17 yard. The price difference is smaller than the cost of a second haul.
Still not sure?
Text a photo of the job to (574) 366-2207 and we’ll tell you which size fits.
What can’t go in
These items add charges or can’t be accepted:
- Liquids & paint
- Chemicals
- Batteries
- Tires
- Electronics
- Refrigerant appliances
- Asbestos
- Fluorescent bulbs
- Pressurized tanks
- Dirt, concrete, rock
Need a dumpster this week?
Call or text with your address and date. We’ll confirm the size and the drop-off time.