What are the dimensions of a 10 yard dumpster?
A 10 yard dumpster is the box most homeowners in Waukesha end up with for a basement cleanout or a single-room gutting job. Ten yard dumpster measurements, also called 10-yard dumpster dimensions, typically run around 12 feet long, 8 feet wide and about 3.5 feet tall, though exact steel gauge and rail height vary by manufacturer, and these 10 yard dumpster sizes are consistent across most Waukesha suppliers. That low wall height matters if you are hand-tossing shingles or drywall over the side. If you are unsure this is enough room, our dumpster sizes and dimensions comparisons below break down what fills a 10 yard fast versus what needs to move up. Check what cannot go in a dumpster before you load anything from an old shed or garage, since paint cans and tires usually get flagged. Every roll-off, regardless of size, needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck for delivery, so a short driveway in older Waukesha neighborhoods can rule out placement close to the house. Pricing for a 10 yard sits in the same day-rate band as the rest of our roll-off lineup; see the dumpster rental cost page for the full table. If your load is closer to renovation debris than household junk, look at construction dumpster rental instead.
What are the dimensions of a 20 yard dumpster?
Dumpster dimensions on a 20 yard box, meaning 20 yard dumpster measurements, usually land around 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and roughly 4.5 feet tall, giving you close to double the 10 yard dumpster size's depth without doubling the footprint. This 20 yard dumpster size makes it the default pick for roof replacements up to about 3,000 square feet and for kitchen or bathroom remodels that generate cabinets, tile and old fixtures. Dumpster sizes 20 yard and up start needing a real look at placement, since the added length means more of that 60 foot straight-shot clearance has to be clear of parked cars, low branches or overhead wires. If your Waukesha property backs onto a shared drive or narrow alley, walk the dumpster permit requirements page first, because placement in a right of way or on a street shoulder is not something to assume is fine without checking with the city. Weight matters here too. A 20 yard fills with shingles faster than most people expect, so glance at dumpster weight limits before you load a full tear-off into one bin.
Should I get a 30 yard dumpster instead?
A 30 yard size is the right call when you are clearing an entire house, running new construction, or handling a commercial gut job with a lot of bulky, low-density material like framing lumber and drywall sheets. Thirty yard dumpster size typically comes in around 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and about 6 feet tall, so the extra capacity comes from height, not footprint, which actually helps in tighter Waukesha lots where length is the constraint. That taller wall means you will want a ramp or a lift for repeated heavy tossing rather than hand-loading everything. For active job sites managing multiple trades, a 30 yard often pairs with construction site services like fencing and temporary power rather than standing alone. If you are torn between a 20 and a 30, 10 yard dumpster rental, 20 yard dumpster rental and 30 yard dumpster rental each have their own page with load examples specific to that size. Larger commercial teardown jobs sometimes need a 40 yard dumpster rental instead, which is worth a look if your debris volume is closer to a full building strip-out.
How much clearance does a roll-off delivery need?
Every roll-off delivery, regardless of size, needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck so the driver can back in and cable the container off without jackknifing in a driveway or cul-de-sac. In Waukesha, this rules out placement behind a fence line, under a low carport, or at the end of a curved driveway with tight turns. Overhead clearance for wires and tree limbs matters as much as the ground path. If your site does not have a clean 60 foot approach, a spot near the street is usually the fallback, but that circles back to checking with the city on right-of-way placement before the truck ever shows up. This is also where dumpster jobs and portable restroom jobs overlap: many general contractors book both together, since a construction dumpster rental and a portable toilet rental often land at the same site visit. If your project also needs debris cleared under OSHA housekeeping rules, know that 1926.25 covers keeping scrap and debris out of active work areas, which is a separate requirement from the dumpster itself.
What size dumpster do I need for my project?
Sizing right the first time saves a second delivery fee, and delivery fees for roll-offs run from a flat day rate up to a longer-term monthly charge depending on how long the box sits. The table below lines up the three common sizes against typical Waukesha use cases.
| size | typical use | length | width | height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | garage or single-room cleanout | ~12 ft | ~8 ft | ~3.5 ft |
| 20 yard | roof tear-off, kitchen remodel | ~22 ft | ~8 ft | ~4.5 ft |
| 30 yard | full house cleanout, new build | ~22 ft | ~8 ft | ~6 ft |
If you are still not sure, our roll-off dumpster rental page walks through sizing by project type in more detail, and dumpster rental cost breaks down day, week and month pricing for each size so you are not guessing on the budget side either. For jobs near New Berlin, about 8.2 miles southeast of Waukesha, or Brookfield, roughly 9.4 miles northeast, the same size guidance applies since site conditions and driveway widths tend to be similar across those neighborhoods.
How long can I keep a roll-off dumpster?
Rental periods usually run by the day, week or month, with month-long rentals priced lower per day than a short weekend rental. Most home projects wrap inside a week; construction jobs often keep a box for a full month. Ask about swap-outs if you expect to fill it before the job's done.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Waukesha?
Placement on your own driveway or yard usually does not need a permit, but placement in the street or public right of way needs confirming with the city before delivery. Check dumpster permit requirements for what to ask when you call.
Can I put shingles or concrete in any size dumpster?
Heavy material like shingles, concrete or dirt fills a dumpster's weight limit long before it fills the volume, so a smaller size loaded with heavy debris can cost more than a larger one loaded with light debris. See dumpster weight limits before ordering.
What is the difference between a 20 yard and 30 yard dumpster?
Both run about 22 feet long and 8 feet wide, so the difference is wall height, roughly 4.5 feet on a 20 yard versus 6 feet on a 30 yard. That extra height adds volume without needing a longer footprint, which helps on tighter Waukesha lots.
Does Waukesha Porta Pros deliver dumpsters same day?
Same-day delivery depends on truck availability and site access. Call ahead with your address and a 60 foot clearance check so the driver is not surprised on arrival. For urgent cleanup after a storm or sudden move, ask about emergency porta potty rental if you need restrooms on site too.
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