Short answer: a single kitchen or bathroom remodel usually fits a 15-yard, a 1–2 room remodel or house-wide flooring job is right in the 20-yard's sweet spot, and a full gut job, addition, or big renovation calls for the 30-yard. If you're stuck between two sizes, call us at 303-883-6050 and we'll size it with you in a couple minutes.
Here's how to think it through so you don't pay for a container you don't need or end up needing a second one halfway through demo.
The three sizes at a glance
All of our roll-offs are flat-rate for a 7-day rental, with delivery, pickup, and landfill fees included.
| Size | Flat rate | Weight included | Footprint | Holds about | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15-yard | $350 | 2 tons | 16′ L × 8′ W × 4′6″ H | 4–5 pickup loads | single-room remodels, carpet removal, small deck demos |
| 20-yard | $400 | 3 tons | 23′ L × 8′ W × 4′6″ H | ~6 pickup loads | 1–2 room remodels, house-wide flooring, deck demolition |
| 30-yard | $450 | 4 tons | 23′ L × 8′ W × 6′ H | ~9 pickup loads | large renovations, additions, gut jobs |
Kitchen or bathroom remodel: start with the 15-yard
One kitchen or one bathroom (cabinets, countertops, a vanity, fixtures, drywall, flooring) is the classic 15-yard job. It's also the easiest size to place: at 16 feet long it fits most Denver driveways with room to spare, and the 4′6″ walls are low enough to toss debris over the side.
When to size up: if you're doing the kitchen and pulling flooring through the rest of the main level, or tackling two bathrooms at once, go 20.
1–2 rooms or whole-house flooring: the 20-yard
The 20-yard is our most popular size for a reason. It's the same easy-loading wall height as the 15, just seven feet longer, so it handles a couple rooms of demo, a basement finish tear-out, or old carpet and pad from the whole house. Plan on most of a two-car driveway's length.
Gut job, addition, or full renovation: the 30-yard
For a whole-home renovation, an addition, or gutting a house down to studs, the 30-yard means one container and one delivery for the whole project. It takes up the same 23′ × 8′ footprint as the 20, the extra space comes from 6-foot walls. With walls that tall, plan to load through the swing door and stack as you go.
Remodel debris gets heavy, so think about weight too
Size isn't the only thing to plan for. Each container includes a weight allowance (2, 3, or 4 tons). If you go over, it's $60 per ton.
A few remodel materials run heavy:
- Tile and mortar bed from old bathrooms
- Plaster and lath from older Denver homes (fine to toss, just dense, so mention it when you call)
- Lots of drywall from a full gut
If your project is heavy on that stuff, tell us up front and we'll help you pick a size and plan the tonnage honestly.
What can't go in
Most remodel debris is welcome: drywall, lumber, flooring, cabinets, fixtures, and general demo debris. What can't go in:
- Too heavy for landfill rates: dirt, rocks, concrete, shingles, tires
- Hazardous or restricted: chemicals, liquids, oils, batteries, electronics (TVs, computers, microwaves), and appliances with freon
That means if your remodel includes a concrete patio tear-out or a re-roof, that material needs a different disposal route. Not sure about an item? Just call and ask.
Don't want to guess? A few tips
- Load to the rim, not over it. We can't legally haul a container with debris sticking up above the walls.
- Break things down and fill the gaps. You'll fit more than you think.
- Need more time? Seven days are included; extensions are $15/day or $75/week.
- Filled it early? We can swap a full container for an empty one, usually same or next day. Contractors do this all the time to keep a jobsite moving.
- Permits: not needed for your own driveway or private property. Putting it on a public street is different, so call us first.
Remodel dumpsters across the Denver metro
We're a family-owned Denver company, here since 2018, running our own trucks. Our flat rates cover the Denver metro inside the E-470/C-470 loop, including Denver, Aurora, Commerce City, Thornton, Lakewood, Arvada, Westminster, and Centennial. Outside the loop, we can often still deliver for a small distance fee quoted up front. Same-day delivery is often available, so call early in the morning for the best odds.
Ready to book or still deciding on a size? Call or text 303-883-6050, tell us what you're tearing out, and we'll size it and quote it on the spot.
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FAQ
A single kitchen remodel usually fits a 15-yard ($350, 2 tons included). If you're also pulling flooring through the rest of the house, go with a 20-yard.
One bathroom usually fits a 15-yard. Old tile and mortar run heavy, so mention it when you call and we'll make sure the weight allowance works.
For a few rooms or house-wide flooring, the 20-yard. For a full gut job, addition, or major renovation, the 30-yard. Both take the same 23′ × 8′ footprint.
Yes. Drywall, lumber, flooring, cabinets, and fixtures are all fine. Concrete, dirt, rocks, shingles, and tires are not.
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