Same footprint, taller walls: 6 feet instead of 4. The 30-yard holds about half as much again and includes 4 tons instead of 3, but it is harder to load over the side, so it suits bulky, lighter material.
30 Yard Dumpster Rental in Buffalo, NY
30 Yard Dumpster Rental in Buffalo
The 30-yard dumpster is the contractor’s workhorse: the same 22-by-8-foot footprint as a 20-yard but with 6-foot walls, holding about nine pickup-truck loads with a 4-ton weight allowance. It is the container for a major renovation, a new build, a commercial fit-out or a big multi-unit cleanout, and the one we swap most often on job sites across Buffalo and Erie County.
Because of the height, it is best loaded with bulky and light-to-medium material; heavy masonry and roofing still belong in smaller boxes.
Dimensions:
22′ L × 8′ W × 6′ H
22′ L × 8′ W × 6′ H
Holds:
About 9 pickup-truck loads
About 9 pickup-truck loads
Weight included:
4 tons
4 tons
Best for:
New construction, major renovation, commercial
New construction, major renovation, commercial
What fits in a 30 yard dumpster
- A whole-house gut renovation or a large addition
- New construction debris: framing offcuts, drywall, packaging
- Commercial fit-outs, office and warehouse clear-outs
- Large estate cleanouts with lots of furniture
- Multi-unit apartment turnovers
- Big landscaping and fence projects
When to pick another size
- Concrete, brick or dirt in quantity: too heavy for the box, use a 10-yard
- Roofing tear-offs beyond a large single roof: weight, not volume, is the limit
- Tight driveways: the truck needs room to roll off a 22-foot box with 6-foot walls
All five sizes side by side
| Size | Dimensions | Holds | Weight Included | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Yard | 12′ L × 8′ W × 3.5′ H | ≈ 3 pickup-truck loads | 1 to 2 tons | Small cleanouts and heavy debris like dirt, concrete and brick |
| 15 Yard | 16′ L × 8′ W × 4′ H | ≈ 4 to 5 pickup-truck loads | 2 tons | Flooring, deck teardown, small roof |
| 20 Yard | 22′ L × 8′ W × 4′ H | ≈ 6 pickup-truck loads | 3 tons | Whole-home cleanout, large remodel, roof replacement |
| 30 Yard | 22′ L × 8′ W × 6′ H | ≈ 9 pickup-truck loads | 4 tons | New construction, major renovation, commercial |
| 40 Yard | 22′ L × 8′ W × 8′ H | ≈ 12 pickup-truck loads | 5 tons | Demolition, large job sites, bulky light debris |
One flat price, quoted before we deliver, with the weight allowance and any overage rate stated up front.
30 Yard dumpster FAQ
- What is the difference between a 20 and a 30 yard dumpster?
- Do you swap 30 yard containers on job sites?Yes, usually the same day if you call before noon. For long jobs we set up a standing swap schedule.
- Is a 30 yard dumpster good for a roof?Not usually. Shingles are heavy and a 30-yard load of them would go well over the truck weight. Roofs go in a 15 or 20-yard, sized for weight.
Compare: 20 Yard Dumpster · 40 Yard Dumpster · all sizes
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