What are the dimensions of a 10 yard dumpster?
A 10 yard dumpster is the smallest box Southaven Porta Pros delivers, and it is the one most homeowners in Southaven ask for first. Typical 10 yard dumpster dimensions run about 12 feet long, 8 feet wide and 3.5 feet tall, and those 10-yard dumpster dimensions are what most people mean when they ask about 10 yard dumpster sizes. Think garage cleanout, small deck tear-off, or a single bathroom gut job. It sits low to the ground, which matters if you are loading it by hand instead of tossing debris from a ladder. Placement still needs 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck for the delivery, same as every size we run, so measure your driveway before you call. Those 10 yard dumpster measurements matter most when a driveway is tight, since the box itself takes up less room than the truck needs to set it down. If you are not sure this is the right size, the dumpster rental cost guide breaks down what a 10 yard runs against the bigger boxes. For a quick gut check on quantity versus size, our what cannot go in a dumpster page also covers weight and fill limits that change which size actually makes sense.
What are the dimensions of a 20 yard dumpster?
A 20 yard dumpster is the size we deliver most often for roofing tear-offs, flooring jobs and mid-size remodels around Southaven. A 20 yard dumpster typically measures about 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and just under 5 feet tall, and those 20 yard dumpster measurements hold roughly double the volume of the 10 yard without doubling the footprint, so it is the practical middle choice when you are not sure how much debris a project will actually generate. Knowing the dumpster dimensions 20 yard boxes carry helps before you commit a spot in the driveway. Contractors doing kitchen demos or whole-house flooring replacements lean on this size because it clears a job in one haul instead of two. If your project is closer to new construction scope, the construction dumpster rental page walks through how crews stage a 20 yard alongside temporary fencing and a portable restroom on an active site. Weight still matters more than volume on some jobs. Check dumpster weight limits before you fill a 20 yard with shingles or concrete, since dense debris hits the ton limit long before it hits the top rail.
What are the dimensions of a 30 yard dumpster?
A 30 yard dumpster is the largest standard size Southaven Porta Pros offers, and it is built for full home demolitions, large renovation projects, or commercial cleanouts where a smaller box means multiple pickups. The extra height and length mean you need a clear, flat spot to place it, and the same 60 foot delivery clearance applies. Southaven customers running larger jobs often pair a 30 yard with a 40 yard dumpster rental if the volume runs high, or scale down to a 20 yard dumpster if the estimate comes in lighter than expected. Before ordering, check with your neighborhood or the city on placement rules; our dumpster permit requirements page covers what to confirm locally, since street or right-of-way placement often needs sign-off that driveway placement does not.
Which dumpster size do I need for my project?
Match the size to the job, not the guess. A single-room cleanout or small yard job usually fits a 10 yard. A roof replacement, flooring job or garage-to-attic cleanout usually needs a 20 yard. A full demo, major addition or estate cleanout points toward a 30 yard, and sometimes the 40 yard dumpster if the volume is large. Weekly rentals on a standard 10 or 20 yard box run in a band from 426 to 778 dollars depending on duration and volume, while a single day rental sits closer to 51 to 112 dollars for smaller jobs. Monthly rentals make sense for longer renovation timelines. If you are staging a construction site with more than debris removal, look at construction site services for how dumpsters, storage containers, and sanitation stations get scheduled together.
| duration | low | typical | high |
|---|---|---|---|
| day | $51 | $75 | $112 |
| week | $426 | $600 | $778 |
| month | $91 | $108 | $500 |
How much clearance does dumpster delivery need in Southaven?
Every dumpster delivery, regardless of size, needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck so the driver can lower the box without swinging into a fence, tree, or parked car. Southaven driveways vary a lot block to block, so measure before scheduling. If your site sits on a narrow lot or shares an alley, mention it when you request a quote so the driver can plan the approach. Homeowners near Horn Lake, about 5.6 miles west of Southaven, and crews working sites closer to Olive Branch, roughly 9.2 miles east, run into the same clearance question, and the answer does not change with distance. If your project also needs waste removal alongside sanitation, our roll-off dumpster rental page covers scheduling both on one site visit.
How many yards of debris fits in a 10 yard dumpster?
A 10 yard dumpster holds about 10 cubic yards of debris, roughly equal to three pickup truck loads. It fits a single-room demo, a small deck teardown, or a garage cleanout without extra hauls. For anything larger, step up to a 20 yard dumpster rather than overfilling a smaller box past its rated capacity.
Can I put concrete or shingles in a 30 yard dumpster?
Yes, but weight limits apply before the box fills visually. Dense material like concrete, brick, or shingles hits the ton limit fast. Check dumpster weight limits before loading, and ask about a dedicated heavy-debris box if your project is mostly concrete or roofing tear-off.
Do I need a permit for dumpster placement in Southaven?
Placement in a driveway usually does not need a permit, but street or right-of-way placement often does. Southaven Porta Pros has not verified a specific ordinance number for this, so confirm with the city directly. Our dumpster permit requirements page outlines what to ask when you call.
What is the difference between a 20 yard and 30 yard dumpster?
A 20 yard dumpster suits mid-size remodels, roofing jobs, and flooring replacements. A 30 yard fits full demolitions, large additions, or commercial cleanouts. The 30 yard needs more clearance and a flatter placement spot. See dumpster rental cost for how pricing scales between the two.
How long can I keep a rented dumpster?
Rental length is flexible, from a single day up to a full month depending on your project timeline. Day rentals suit quick cleanouts; weekly and monthly rentals suit ongoing renovation or construction work. Confirm your timeline when you request a quote so Southaven Porta Pros can schedule pickup accordingly.
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