20 Cubic Yards
20 Yard Dumpster Rental in Plymouth, MA
A versatile mid-large roll-off for whole-house cleanouts, bigger remodels, and roofing jobs across Plymouth and the South Shore.
- 20 ydCapacity
- 6 pickup-truck loadsPickup loads
- 3–4 tonsWeight allowance
The 20 yard dumpster is where most Plymouth customers land once a project outgrows a single room. It's large enough to handle a whole-house cleanout, a bigger remodel touching several rooms, or a roof tear-off on a good-size home, while still being manageable to place on a standard residential lot.
What fits in a 20 yard dumpster
- 22 ft long x 7.5 ft wide x 4.5 ft tall
- Holds about 6 pickup-truck loads
- Typical weight allowance of 3-4 tons
- Handles whole-house cleanouts
- Good for larger, multi-room remodels
- Covers roofing jobs up to about 50 squares
- Enough capacity for bigger landscaping projects
- Popular choice for estate cleanouts
Dimensions and Capacity
At about 22 ft long, 7.5 ft wide, and 4.5 ft tall, the 20 yard container holds roughly 6 pickup-truck loads of debris. Most rentals fall in the 3–4 ton range, giving you real capacity for heavier material without stepping up to our largest containers.
What It's Good For
This size is a strong fit for whole-house cleanouts, larger remodels covering multiple rooms, roofing jobs up to roughly 50 squares, and landscaping projects that generate more debris than a typical yard-work job. It's also a common choice for estate cleanouts when a family is clearing an entire home at once.
Placement and Access
Because of its 22 ft length, a 20 yard dumpster needs a bit more clear driveway or lot space than our smaller sizes — we'll talk through access with you before delivery. On properties near a pond, bog, or wetland edge, where the water table can run higher, we may recommend a firmer placement spot to avoid rutting.
Booking a 20 Yard Dumpster
We deliver 20 yard roll-offs throughout Plymouth and the South Shore towns we serve, with same-day delivery often available. Call (774) 426-7408 or use our contact page to get a delivery scheduled.
Local fit
The 20 yard in Plymouth driveways
A 20 yard dumpster placed on your own driveway in Plymouth typically doesn't need a town permit; placement in the street or public right-of-way does, through the Street Opening Permits process run by the Plymouth DPW. For construction and demolition debris specifically, RecyclingWorks Massachusetts publishes helpful C&D guidance worth a look before a bigger job.
Delivered across the South Shore
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Compare the other sizes
Sizing up costs you money you did not need to spend. Sizing down costs you a second haul. Here is the rest of the range.
10 Yard Dumpster
Small cleanouts, roofing shingles, concrete and dirt, garage purge
View 10 yard 15Cubic yards15 Yard Dumpster
Kitchen or bath remodel, flooring projects, roofing tear-off, yard work
View 15 yard 30Cubic yards30 Yard Dumpster
Whole-house projects, commercial cleanouts, new-build construction
View 30 yard 40Cubic yards40 Yard Dumpster
Major demolition, large construction sites, commercial fit-outs
View 40 yardFAQs
20 Yard dumpster questions
Is a 20 yard dumpster big enough for a whole-house cleanout?
For most average-size homes, yes. Very large homes or ones with an unusually high volume of accumulated belongings may need a 30 yard instead — describe the scope when you call and we'll help you size it.
How many squares of roofing does a 20 yard dumpster cover?
Roughly up to 50 squares depending on the number of layers being removed and the type of shingle. Multiple layers or heavier materials will use up capacity faster.
How much room does a 20 yard dumpster need?
At about 22 ft long, it needs a bit more clear space than our smaller sizes. We'll walk through your driveway or lot with you before delivery to confirm it fits.
Can a 20 yard dumpster handle landscaping debris?
Yes, it's a common choice for larger landscaping and yard-renovation projects, including soil, sod, and old plantings, as long as weight limits are respected.
What's the weight limit on a 20 yard dumpster?
Typical rentals run 3-4 tons. Heavier material like dirt, concrete, or shingles adds weight fast, so let us know what you're disposing of so we can recommend the right size and avoid overage concerns.
Ready when you are
Reserve a 20 yard dumpster in Plymouth
Call and you will speak to someone local who knows the streets, the permit rules and which box actually fits your driveway. Flat rate quoted up front.