Kincaide roll off dumpster trailer tipped up to unload

Under-sizing a dumpster means paying for a swap mid-project. Over-sizing means paying for capacity you didn't need. After thousands of Wayne County deliveries, here's the sizing guide we actually use on the phone.

2 to 8 Yard: Commercial Front Load

Small commercial waste service. Restaurants, cafes, offices, small retail. These are weekly or bi-weekly pickup accounts, not one-time project rentals. Call for a commercial account setup.

5 to 10 Yard: Small Projects

Rubber wheel trailer sizes for tight residential jobs:

Small garage cleanout (single vehicle)
Half-bath demo
Deck removal (small)
Yard debris (one afternoon of work)

Fits in most driveways without blocking the garage door.

15 Yard: The Remodel Size

The most popular size we deliver in Wayne County:

Full bathroom remodel (all debris + fixtures)
Medium kitchen remodel
Two-car garage cleanout
Basement finish demo
Small roof tear-off (single layer, up to about 15 squares)

20 Yard: Whole House Cleanouts

Full kitchen remodel (gut and rebuild)
Whole-house cleanout for a move
Roof tear-off (up to 20 squares, one layer)
Larger deck removal
Landscaping overhaul

30 Yard: Major Renovation

Roll-off dumpster only (not available as rubber wheel):

Whole-house renovation with siding replacement
Two-layer roof tear-off on a larger home
Estate cleanout for hoarder or long-vacant property
Small commercial renovation

40 Yard: New Construction

The largest we offer, roll-off only:

New home construction (framing scraps, drywall, packaging)
Large commercial demolition or build-out
Multi-week construction sites
Storm damage cleanup (multiple structures)

How to Choose the Right Dumpster Size

When in doubt, size up. A swap is more expensive than the next size up.
Roofing is heavier than you think. Shingles compact tight. A 20 yard often holds a 15-square tear-off.
Concrete and brick have weight limits. A 10 yard is often the max for heavy demolition. Call us for tonnage guidance.
Loose bulky items don't compact. A garage full of cardboard and light furniture might need a 15 yard even though it looks like 10.

Not Sure What Size Dumpster You Need?

Call Scott at (734) 316-9372. Describe the project in 30 seconds. We'll tell you the right size, whether a rubber wheel trailer or roll-off is better, and get you scheduled. No pressure, no upsell. Our reputation is built on getting you the right dumpster the first time.

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