Three roll-off sizes cover most jobs in San Bernardino: 10 yard, 20 yard and 30 yard. A 10 yard box handles a small cleanout, a 20 yard fits a kitchen remodel or roof tear-off, and a 30 yard suits new construction or a full home gut. Picking the right one saves a second haul.
What are the dimensions of a 10 yard dumpster?
A 10 yard dumpster's dimensions run roughly 12 feet long, 8 feet wide and just over 3 feet tall, though exact 10-yard dumpster dimensions and 10 yard dumpster measurements shift a little between manufacturers. It fits into a single driveway lane without crowding a garage door, which makes it the pick for a garage cleanout or a small bathroom demo. San Bernardino homeowners tackling a weekend project usually land here rather than sizing up. If you're not sure this footprint clears your yard, check dumpster sizes and dimensions against your driveway width before you book. Delivery still needs clearance behind the truck, the same 60 feet of straight approach every roll-off requires per our measured spec sheet, so a short cul-de-sac in Muscoy, 4.7 miles west, can be trickier than a wide street closer to downtown. For general debris limits, see what cannot go in a dumpster before you load anything. Pair it with 10 yard dumpster rental pricing to plan the job, and check dumpster weight limits if you're loading concrete, tile or shingles, since dense debris fills the weight cap long before it fills the box.
What are the dimensions of a 20 yard dumpster?
A 20 yard dumpster's dimensions run close to 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and about 4.5 feet tall, doubling the depth of a 10 yard unit while keeping a similar footprint; these dumpster dimensions 20 yard specs, along with the 20 yard dumpster size and general dumpster sizes 20 yard buyers ask about, hold steady across most 20 yard dumpster measurements we quote. That extra height is why it handles bulkier loads like old cabinetry, furniture and roofing debris from a mid-size reroof. It's the size we deliver most often for San Bernardino remodel jobs, sitting between a quick cleanout and a full construction pull. Confirm placement against dumpster permit requirements if the unit needs to sit in a driveway apron or partially in the street, since San Bernardino right-of-way rules vary by block and haven't been confirmed here, so a call to the city is worth the five minutes. See 20 yard dumpster rental for booking details and dumpster rental cost for how weight and rental length change the total. Households in Colton, 8.9 miles south, and Highland, 9.7 miles east, often step up to this size once a project grows past a single room.
What are the dimensions of a 30 yard dumpster?
A 30 yard dumpster stretches around 22 feet long and 8 feet wide, similar footprint to the 20 yard, but stands close to 6 feet tall, nearly doubling the volume again. This is the size for whole-home renovations, new builds and large commercial teardown jobs where debris volume outpaces what a 20 yard can hold in one pull. Because of the height, loading requires either a ramp or careful lifting, and it's not the best choice for a single homeowner without help. Contractors running construction dumpster rental jobs in San Bernardino lean on this size when a crew is clearing framing lumber, drywall and packaging waste across multiple days. If your site also needs facilities for the crew, OSHA 1926.51(c) sets toilet counts at one unit for 20 workers or fewer, which matters once a 30 yard box shows up alongside a full framing crew. Check 40 yard dumpster rental if even a 30 yard won't cover the volume.
How do I pick the right dumpster size for my project?
Match the size to the job, not the property. A single-room demo or garage cleanout rarely needs more than a 10 yard box, while a kitchen or bath remodel with cabinetry and tile usually calls for a 20 yard. Full home renovations, roof replacements on larger houses, or new construction debris almost always need a 30 yard, sometimes larger. San Bernardino Porta Pros sizes jobs by walking through what's actually coming out: framing, roofing, flooring, or mixed household debris all fill a box differently. Dense material like concrete, brick or dirt hits the weight limit long before the box looks full, so check dumpster weight limits before committing to a size based on volume alone. If you're combining a dumpster with other site needs, like a fenced perimeter, look at temporary fence rental or chain link temporary fence for keeping the site secured overnight. For distance-based delivery planning, Grand Terrace sits 9.5 miles south and Loma Linda 10.8 miles south, both within normal delivery range for San Bernardino Porta Pros.
How much does dumpster size affect the price?
| unit | duration | low | typical | high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| dumpster | day | $51 | $75 | $112 |
| dumpster | weekend | $390 | $440 | $497 |
| dumpster | week | $426 | $600 | $778 |
| dumpster | month | $91 | $108 | $500 |
Size is one factor, but rental length matters just as much. A day rate covers a quick same-day pull, while a week or month rental suits an ongoing remodel or new-build timeline. Larger boxes generally sit at the higher end of each band because of the added hauling weight. For a full cost breakdown by size and duration, see dumpster rental cost. If your project is smaller than a dumpster justifies, portable sanitation might be the bigger line item instead, so compare against porta potty rental cost or monthly porta potty rental for multi-week jobs. Bloomington, 13.0 miles southwest, and Jurupa Valley, 20.1 miles southwest, fall within our standard delivery zone at these same rates.
How much does a 20 yard dumpster weigh empty?
We don't publish an empty weight figure here, since it varies by manufacturer and steel gauge. What matters more for planning is the load limit, covered on dumpster weight limits -- check that page before loading heavy debris like shingles or concrete so you avoid overage charges.
Can I put a 30 yard dumpster in my driveway?
Usually yes, since the footprint is close to a 20 yard, but the added height means loading from ground level is harder. Confirm your driveway has roughly 60 feet of straight clearance behind where the truck needs to back in, and check dumpster permit requirements if any part sits in the street.
What's the difference between 10 yard and 20 yard dumpster capacity?
The 20 yard is roughly double the depth of the 10 yard on a similar length and width footprint, which means it holds close to twice the volume. Choose 10 yard for a single-room job and 20 yard once you're clearing multiple rooms or heavier construction debris.
Do dumpster dimensions change between companies?
Slightly. Measurements for 10, 20 and 30 yard boxes are close to standard across the industry, but manufacturers vary by a few inches in length or height. Always confirm exact dimensions with San Bernardino Porta Pros before assuming a box will clear a gate or garage opening.
Do I need a permit for a roll-off dumpster in San Bernardino?
It depends on placement. A dumpster kept entirely on private property typically doesn't need one, but placement in the public right-of-way needs confirming with the city, since exact San Bernardino rules aren't listed here. Check dumpster permit requirements before delivery day.
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