40 Yard Dumpster Rentals: Built for Project Success

A 40 yard dumpster holds 40 cubic yards of debris, which equals about 240 to 250 33-gallon trash bags or 12 pickup truck loads. It’s a large, rectangular roll off container with tall side walls, making it ideal for bulky or large-volume cleanups, from multi-unit renovations to industrial demolitions.

Most 40 yard dumpsters include a weight limit of 4 to 5 tons (8,000 to 10,000 pounds), but always check your rental agreement since limits vary by location and material.

Note: Heavy debris like concrete or dirt often requires a smaller dumpster to stay within your weight limit.

Calculate the Weight of Your Debris

If you go over your dumpster’s weight limit, you’ll receive a per-ton overage fee. We measure the extra weight and charge you a pro-rated, per-ton fee so you only pay for the amount of debris you toss.

Calculate the Weight of Your Debris

You need to keep your bin on a flat, paved surface, like your driveway, jobsite or the street. Since we deliver your bin with a roll off truck, make sure on the delivery date that:

• There is 60 feet of space for your dumpster
• There is 23 to 25 feet of vertical clearance (no hanging branches)
• All obstacles, like parked cars and equipment, are removed
• All gates are unlocked or access codes are available to our driver

You can toss a variety of waste in your 40 yard dumpster. Accepted materials include household junk like large furniture, construction debris like drywall, pallets and flooring or yard waste. Have a question about your debris? Reach out to our team, and we’ll let you know if your waste can go in your bin.

You can’t throw flammable, toxic or hazardous waste in your roll off dumpster. These materials pose safety and environmental concerns, and can damage your container. Other prohibited items include car tires, batteries and asbestos.

Our extra-large dumpster is a perfect fit for jobs with large amounts of debris, like industrial cleanups, commercial construction and whole home renovations.

We offer generous and flexible rental periods that are usually seven to 10 days. Need to keep your bin longer? Get in touch with our team. We can typically extend your rental period for a flat daily rate, depending on availability.

Yes, you can rent as many dumpsters as needed for your cleanup. We’ll deliver your containers together or stagger their delivery. And if you’re working on multiple jobsites, we accommodate delivery to more than one location. Need multiple bins but don't have the space? Use our empty-and-return service for an easy swap.

The 40 yard dumpster rental is the largest standard bin size. This container is great for both homeowners renovating their houses and contractors planning a building demolition.

Your dumpster should fit on your jobsite or driveway as long as you have 60 feet of flat, paved space and 23 to 25 feet of vertical clearance. Our bins are delivered on a roll off truck, so the drop-off area needs to be clear of all obstacles, like parked cars, equipment and hanging branches.

A 40 yard bin typically holds about 10 cubic yards of debris more than a 30 yard roll off container. While a 30 yard dumpster is a good fit for remodels or large-scale cleanouts, our 40 yard dumpster works better for industrial projects or major commercial construction.

The 40 yard dumpster rental cost depends on your location and the type and amount of debris you’re tossing. To learn more about dumpster pricing in your area, reach out to our experts.

Yes, dumpster delivery and pickup are included in your dumpster rental rate. Our flat-rate pricing also includes your rental period and a generous weight limit.

To avoid going over your bin’s weight limit, use our weight calculators ahead of time to estimate your debris tonnage. This will help you find the right size roll off container for your project. Or reach out to our team, and we’ll talk through your debris to find the right size bin.

The best time to rent your roll off dumpster is a few weeks in advance of your project to ensure you get the:

• Dumpster you want
• Delivery date you need
• Best possible price

We’re typically busier in the summer months compared to the winter season, but no matter what time of year it is, it’s best to order your roll off container as soon as you know you’ll need it. While we can deliver dumpsters on short notice, you’re likely to get a better price if you plan in advance.

Yes, you can fit bulky waste like large furniture in your 40 yard roll off container.

It depends on your location. Some areas allow you to toss appliances in dumpster rentals, while others don’t. Get in touch with our experts for a full list of accepted materials in your area.

We don't recommend throwing heavy debris in a 40 yard dumpster. If you’re tossing heavy debris, it’s best to rent our smaller dumpster rentals to avoid going over your weight limit. Heavy debris adds up quickly. While a 40 yard bin has a lot of volume, that doesn’t mean you can fill your container to the top. Overweight dumpsters are a safety risk and can lead to dumpster fees.

A 40 yard dumpster is about 8 feet tall.

A 40 yard dumpster is around 22 feet long.