What Size Dumpster Do I Need?
By the Bam Quick Bins team · Published · Updated
Every bin we rent comes in three sizes, plus a 1 tonne bag for the jobs in between. This guide matches each one to the projects our customers fill them with every week, so you book the right size the first time.
The Bin Size Lineup
All three roll-off bins share the same 12-foot length, so even the 20-yard fits where a car would park. Boards go under every bin to protect the driveway. Have measurements? Run them through the cubic yard calculator. Prices for every size and area are on our pricing page.
10-Yard Bin
Approx. 12′ L × 6′ W × 4′ H
About 2 to 3 pickup-truck loads
Fits in roughly a single parking space
Garage cleanouts, bathroom renos, yard waste, and small declutters. The go-to when the pile looks big but the space is tight.
15-Yard Bin
Approx. 12′ L × 7′ W × 4′6″ H
About 4 to 5 pickup-truck loads
Still sits comfortably on a residential driveway
Kitchen renovations, basement cleanouts, and roofing tear-offs. Covers a garage plus a basement in one go.
20-Yard Bin
Approx. 12′ L × 8′ W × 5′ H
About 6 to 8 pickup-truck loads
The contractor's pick for serious volume
Large construction projects, whole-home cleanouts, and demolition debris. When in doubt on a gut job, this is the one.
Bam Bag
1 tonne disposal bag, rated to 3,300 lb
Up to one tonne of debris
Goes where bins can't: side yards and tight access
Single-room cleanouts, small renos, and yard projects too small for a bin. We deliver the bag and haul it away full.
Match the Bin to the Project
Loading dirt, concrete, asphalt, or brick? Weight decides the size before volume does, so tell us what you are clearing and we will plan the load together. Details on our dirt and concrete bins.
Bin Sizing Questions We Hear Every Week
What does the yard size actually mean?
It is the bin's volume in cubic yards. A 10-yard bin holds about ten cubic yards of debris, which works out to roughly 2 to 3 pickup-truck loads; a 20-yard holds 6 to 8. All three sizes are the same 12-foot length, so a bigger bin mostly means wider and taller, not a longer footprint on your driveway.
What if my project involves dirt, concrete, or brick?
Heavy materials are welcome, but they hit weight limits long before the bin looks full. Tell us what you are loading when you book and we will match the bin size to the weight so the load stays safe to haul. As a rule, heavy material belongs in the smaller bins.
What if I pick a size that turns out too small?
Ask about our swap service: we bring an empty bin when we remove your full one, so the work never stops. Loads do need to stay level with the top edge of the container, since we cannot collect an overfilled bin.
How long do I get the bin for?
The standard rental is 5 days with 1 metric tonne of disposal included, and extensions are available on request. Boards go under every bin to protect your driveway, whichever size you choose.
What can't go in any bin?
No hazardous items, cleaning chemicals, propane tanks, batteries, or tires. Construction debris, household junk, furniture, appliances, and yard waste are all accepted.
Sized It? Book It in Your City
Every size above is available across our Ontario service area, from the Quinte region to Simcoe County and the corridor between.
On a jobsite? See construction bin rentals. Pile smaller than a bin? Bam Bags take up to a tonne.
Still Between Two Sizes?
Tell us about the project and we will size it honestly. Call 1-888-771-2467 or book online in minutes.