THE COMPLETE SAN ANTONIO SIZE GUIDE
Dumpster Sizes & Pricing Guide: 10, 20, 30 & 40-Yard (2026)
Four sizes, one honest guide. Compare dimensions, weight allowances, prices, and best-fit projects side by side, then jump to the full detail page for the size that matches your job.
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ALL FOUR SIZES
Compare Every Dumpster Size at a Glance
| Size | Price (7 days) | Dimensions | Weight Included | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Yard | $295–$350 | 12′ × 8′ × 3.5′ | 1.5 tons | Garage cleanouts, heavy debris |
| 20-Yard | $395–$450 | 22′ × 8′ × 4.5′ | 3 tons | Remodels, roof tear-offs (most popular) |
| 30-Yard | $475–$525 | 22′ × 8′ × 6′ | 4 tons | Whole-home renovations |
| 40-Yard | $550–$650 | 22′ × 8′ × 8′ | 5 tons | Demolition, large construction |
Every size includes delivery, pickup, disposal, and the listed weight allowance — no fuel surcharges, no environmental fees.
Visual size comparison — container height and length shown to relative scale.
Pick by Project, Not Just Size
Garage / Small Remodel
The 10-yard fits almost any driveway and handles heavy material like concrete correctly.
Kitchen, Bath, Roof
The 20-yard is San Antonio’s workhorse — best price-per-yard for the most common projects.
Demolition / Commercial
The 40-yard is for bulky, lighter debris at commercial scale — not for heavy material.
The heavy-material rule that applies to every size
Concrete, dirt, brick, and shingles hit weight limits long before any container fills up by volume. For dense material, smaller is almost always cheaper — see the full math in our weight limits guide and the complete allowed/prohibited list in our what-can-go-in-a-dumpster guide.
FAQ
Dumpster Sizing — Frequently Asked Questions
What dumpster size do I need?
It depends on your project: a 10-yard fits garage cleanouts and small remodels, a 20-yard is the most popular size for kitchen/bath remodels and roof tear-offs, a 30-yard handles whole-home renovations, and a 40-yard is for demolition and large construction. Call and describe your project — we size it honestly, even when the smaller option is right.
What is the most popular dumpster size in San Antonio?
The 20-yard — it fits the widest range of projects (remodels, roofing, estate cleanouts) at the best price-per-yard, and it fits most standard driveways.
Can I upgrade my dumpster size after delivery?
Yes — call and we will swap it for a larger size if you underestimate. It is easier and often cheaper to size up once than to order a second small dumpster later.
Do bigger dumpsters always cost more?
Yes, but not by much between adjacent sizes — moving from a 20 to a 30-yard is roughly $80 more, while ordering a second 20-yard because the first filled up costs $395+. When in doubt, sizing up is usually the smarter money move.
What size dumpster fits on a residential driveway?
A 10 or 20-yard fits nearly any San Antonio driveway. A 30-yard fits most standard driveways. A 40-yard, at 22 feet long, sometimes needs extra clearance — we confirm fit on the call before delivery.
Still Not Sure Which Size?
Describe your project on one call — we size it honestly, even when the smaller, cheaper option is the right call.
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