Dumpster sizes in Amarillo, TX
Choosing the right size saves you money. Too small and you’re paying for a second haul; too big and you’re paying for space you don’t need. One Amarillo-specific note: if you’re placing the dumpster in an exposed spot, the west Texas wind can scatter lighter debris. A fuller bin is a heavier bin, so plan your load accordingly. Here’s a practical guide for Amarillo projects.
10 yard dumpster
Dimensions: ~12 ft long x 8 ft wide x 3.5 ft tall
Weight limit: 2 tons (4,000 lbs)
Fits roughly: 3 pickup truck loads
Best for:
- Garage or basement cleanouts
- Single-room remodels
- Small roofing jobs (1-2 squares)
- Yard debris and landscaping waste
- Furniture and household junk removal
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15 yard dumpster
Dimensions: ~16 ft long x 8 ft wide x 4 ft tall
Weight limit: 2.5 tons (5,000 lbs)
Fits roughly: 4.5 pickup truck loads
Best for:
- Roofing jobs on smaller homes
- Detached garage cleanouts
- Mid-size landscaping projects
- Room additions or small remodels
- Moving cleanouts
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20 yard dumpster
Dimensions: ~22 ft long x 8 ft wide x 4.5 ft tall
Weight limit: 3 tons (6,000 lbs)
Fits roughly: 6 pickup truck loads
Best for:
- Kitchen or bathroom renovations
- Roofing projects up to 3,000 sq ft
- Deck or fence removal
- Medium home cleanouts
- Flooring removal and remodel debris
Full details: 20 yard dumpster rental Amarillo
30 yard dumpster
Dimensions: ~22 ft long x 8 ft wide x 6 ft tall
Weight limit: 4 tons (8,000 lbs)
Fits roughly: 9 pickup truck loads
Best for:
- Large home renovations
- New construction debris
- Whole-house or estate cleanouts
- Commercial projects
- Major landscaping or site clearing
Full details: 30 yard dumpster rental Amarillo
40 yard dumpster
Dimensions: ~22 ft long x 8 ft wide x 8 ft tall
Weight limit: 5 tons (10,000 lbs)
Fits roughly: 12 pickup truck loads
Best for:
- Major demolition projects
- Large commercial cleanouts
- Multi-family renovation debris
- Industrial or warehouse cleanouts
- New commercial construction
Full details: 40 yard dumpster rental Amarillo
Prohibited items
We can’t take:
- Hazardous materials: paint, solvents, pesticides, chemicals
- Tires
- Car batteries and lithium batteries
- Appliances containing freon: refrigerators, AC units, freezers
- Medical or biohazardous waste
- Asbestos materials
- Hot ashes or embers
Not sure if your item is accepted? Give us a call before you load.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size dumpster do I need for a roofing job? For a single-story home under 2,000 square feet with one layer of shingles, a 20-yard works. For double-layer tear-offs or roofs over 2,000 square feet, go with the 30-yard.
Can I mix different types of debris in one dumpster? Yes. You can mix household junk, construction debris, and yard waste in the same container. The only restrictions are prohibited items like hazardous materials, tires, and freon appliances.
What size fits in a standard driveway? The 10-yard at 12 feet and the 15-yard at 16 feet fit most standard Amarillo driveways. The 20-yard at 22 feet also fits most driveways. The 30 and 40-yard containers need about 50 feet of clear run-up.
What happens if I fill the dumpster and still have debris left over? Call us for a swap or an additional haul. We will pick up the full container and drop a fresh one. Same-day swaps are available when you call before noon.
Call 806-414-4823 before noon for same-day delivery.