PCI Contracting Inc
Get same-day service and competitive rates on roll-off dumpsters from PCI Contracting. We’re a locally owned and operated dumpster provider with the equipment and... more
Hunt Carting - Huntington Station - NY
Get service 24/7 with Hunt Carting! We’re a full-service dumpster rental provider serving Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We’re dedicated to fast, reliable service. In... more
D-Best Carting Corp
The experienced team at D-Best Carting Corp is committed to fast, friendly and affordable roll-off dumpster rental services throughout the NYC area. We have the... more
All Island Excavating
Since 1990, All Island Excavating & Drainage has been a leader in the commercial and residential excavating business. Our staff of well-trained, skilled professionals is ready... more
AVF Development Corp
For more than 35 years, AVF Development Corp has been serving the construction community in the Long Isand, NY area by offering roll off dumpster rental... more
Quick-Way Sanitation Corp
We’re Long Island’s premier provider of roll-off dumpsters. Quick Way Sanitation carries a large selection of roll-off container sizes for accommodating residential, commercial... more
North Shore Contracting
With over 25 years of experience, North Shore Contracting has become one of Long Island's leading excavation companies. Over the years, we have expanded our fleet... more
We Junk It - R & C Rubbish Removal
We’re a full service junk removal company that also offers roll off dumpsters for rent at competitive rates. We offer compact, affordable 5 yard containers... more
AA Danzo Sanitation Inc
Since 1999, A.A. Danzo Sanitation, Inc. has been eliminating the middleman and providing personalized service to each of our valued customers. When you call, you... more
Rick's Cleanouts, Inc.
Rick's Cleanouts is the original junk removal company in Northern New Jersey. Established in 1998, we have been serving our communities long before all the fancy... more
Neslo Industries, Inc.
We carry and inventory of 10, 20, and 30 cubic yard roll-off dumpsters for use on residential and commercial job sites. We deliver and pick up promptly upon... more
Cruz Landscaping
Cruz Landscaping is a locally owned dumpster rental provider serving West Hempstead and surrounding areas. We offer top-notch dumpsters delivered and picked up on time.... more
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Roll Off Dumpster Tips for Locust Valley, NY
What's the capacity of a 20 yard roll-off bin?
20 yard boxes are a common choice due to their versatility. They suit most types of cleanups, including renovations, home cleanouts, roofing repairs, demolition projects and and deck removal.
A 20 yard container can typically hold about 3 tons of debris, although some rental companies may allow more weight than that. The dimensions of these containers may vary but is generally about 22 ft. x 8 ft. x 4.5 ft. (LxWxH).
Since a standard refrigerator measures about two cubic yards, a 20 yard container can hold the equivalent of 10 refrigerators. Because densities of debris varies, the volume of waste you can fit in a 20 yard can will also vary. For example, concrete weighs at least three times more than general household junk, so you can place far less concrete in the dumpster compared to household junk.
Discuss your project with your rental provider to make sure a 20 yard dumpster is the right size for the project. This is important to avoid incurring overage fees or having to rent a second container in cases where a 20 yard bin wasn’t big enough.