Garage Cleanout
A 12- or 15-yard dumpster usually works for garage clutter, boxes, household items, and smaller furniture.
Which Dumpster Size Do I Need? Roll-Off Size Guide
Most homeowners need a 12- or 15-yard dumpster for cleanouts and a 20-yard dumpster for renovation or construction debris.
How to Choose a Dumpster Size in 3 Steps
1. Estimate Volume
Start with how many rooms, piles, or truckloads of debris you expect. Bulky furniture and mattresses take up space quickly even when they are not extremely heavy.
2. Check Weight
Shingles, tile, flooring, wet carpet, drywall, books, and tools can reach the included ton before the container looks full. Heavy material should be planned before delivery.
3. Check Driveway Space
Choose a firm, level placement area with room for the truck, the container, and the rear doors. Keep low limbs, vehicles, soft ground, and narrow gates in mind.
Which Dumpster Size Fits Your Project?
Use this guide by project type, not just price. A contractor, roofer, landlord, or homeowner usually needs to know what fits before work starts, how much room the debris will take, and whether the material is bulky or heavy.
| Size | Dimensions | Capacity | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Yard Dumpster | 14 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4 ft high | ≈ 4 pickup loads / 70–90 trash bags | $265 | Best for small cleanup jobs such as garage or attic cleanouts, yard debris, spring cleaning, or decluttering before a move. This compact roll-off size is the best fit when driveway space and easy hand-loading matter. |
| 15 Yard Dumpster | 14 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 5 ft high | ≈ 6 pickup loads / 110–130 trash bags | $295 | Best for larger home cleanouts, multiple-room renovations, rental turnovers, flooring, cabinets, or light remodeling. This mid-size roll-off gives homeowners more room without jumping to the largest option. |
| 20 Yard Dumpster | 16 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 5 ft high | ≈ 8 pickup loads / 140–160 trash bags | $325 | The largest dumpster size FTH Services actively offers. Built for heavier debris loaded low and spread out: remodel and demolition debris, roofing tear-offs, contractor cleanup, estate cleanouts, bulky furniture, mattresses, and whole-home cleanouts. We do not accept concrete, dirt, brick, or rock in any dumpster. |
Dumpster Size by Project Type
Full-Home Cleanout
A 20-yard dumpster can work well for bulky furniture, mattresses, boxes, and whole-home cleanout material when the load is planned by both volume and weight.
Remodeling Debris
A 20-yard dumpster is useful for cabinets, flooring, drywall, fixtures, trim, and contractor cleanup.
Roofing Debris
Roofing should be planned by weight first. The 15- and 20-yard dumpsters are common options for shingle tear-offs.
When to Size Up
Sizing up is usually better than needing a second haul. One extra haul, extra scheduling, or a blocked pickup can cost more than selecting the next available size at the start.
What Customers Say About Size Help
Customers often mention clear pricing, responsive communication, careful placement, and dependable pickup.
“Clean dumpster when arrived, easy access, no bulky chains. Vendor is really helpful when it comes to renting a dumpster and lets you know what size you need.”— Michael M.
“Different size options were great and prices were reasonable.”— Makenzie B.
“Fred and his company was fast! Brought the 15 yard dumpster out and picked it up on time.”— Jason M.
Direct Answers
What dumpster size do most homeowners need?
Most homeowners need a 12- or 15-yard dumpster for cleanouts and a 20-yard dumpster for renovation or construction debris.
When should I size up?
A customer should size up when bulky material, awkward furniture, or multiple rooms may create a second haul.
Can FTH help me choose a size?
FTH Services can help compare the 12, 15, and 20-yard dumpsters before you book.
Dumpster Size FAQs
What size dumpster do I need for a kitchen remodel?
A kitchen remodel often needs a 15- or 20-yard dumpster depending on cabinets, flooring, drywall, counters, and fixture debris.
What size dumpster do I need for a garage cleanout?
A garage cleanout often fits in a 12- or 15-yard dumpster unless the garage contains bulky furniture, shelving, or years of stored material.
What size dumpster do I need for a roof?
A roofing job often needs a 15- or 20-yard dumpster, but shingle weight, number of layers, and roof size matter more than volume alone.
Can I change sizes after booking?
Dumpster size changes depend on availability and timing, so contact FTH Services as soon as possible if the project scope changes.