New England Junk Removal
At New England Junk Removal, we take the headache out of projects involving removal of just about anything! Whether old furniture or a house full... more
Baystate Disposal Inc
Located in Atkinson, New Hampshire, Bay State Disposal, Inc. is Massachusetts and New Hampshire’s leading provider of waste disposal services. Our experience, quality services,... more
Dumpsters R Us, Inc
Dumpsters R Us, Inc provides dumpster rental and waste disposal throughout the greater Boston, MA area. Our wide range of roll-off dumpster sizes accommodate a... more
Arrow Container Services, LLC
Arrow Container Services, LLC is a family-owned and operated waste removal company serving New Hampshire and Massachusetts. We specialize in commercial waste removal, container rentals,... more
J.R.M. Hauling & Recycling
With more than 60 years of experience in the solid waste and recycling business, J.R.M. Hauling & Recycling offers a wide range of different dumpster... more
Tiger Dumpsters
Founded in 1993, Tiger Dumpsters is the experienced choice in roll-off dumpster rental throughout the Boston area. We carry 10, 15, 20, and 25 yard roll-offs at competitive prices. We’... more
Crescio Trucking Company Inc
Trust the experience of the dumpster rental pros at Crescio to get your container on site promptly and at a price you can afford. We... more
Boston Carting Services LLC - MA
We are your locally owned and operated source for full-service dumpster rental, commercial dumpster service, junk removal and recycling. We have decades of experience and... more
Graham Waste Services
Graham Waste Services offers 10, 15, 20, 30 and 40 yard roll-off dumpsters at competitive prices that are ideal for residential and industrial projects. Call us for any type of... more
Mark-One, Inc?.
At Mark-One, Inc., we take great pride in providing a responsive, friendly customer experience on every project. When you call during business hours, you won’... more
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Roll Off Dumpster Tips for Tewksbury, MA
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.