40 Cubic Yards
40 Yard Dumpster Rental in Plymouth, MA
Our largest roll-off container, built for major demolition, large construction sites, and commercial fit-out work across Plymouth and the South Shore.
- 40 ydCapacity
- 12 pickup-truck loadsPickup loads
- 5–6 tonsWeight allowance
The 40 yard dumpster is the biggest container in our fleet, sized for jobs that produce debris by the truckload rather than the room. Contractors and commercial customers around Plymouth use it for major demolition work, large-scale construction, and commercial fit-outs where a smaller container would mean constant swaps.
What fits in a 40 yard dumpster
- 22 ft long x 7.5 ft wide x 8 ft tall
- Holds about 12 pickup-truck loads
- Typical weight allowance of 5-6 tons
- Our largest available roll-off container
- Built for major demolition projects
- Suited to large construction sites
- Handles commercial fit-out and renovation debris
- Coordinated delivery and swap scheduling for active jobsites
Dimensions and Capacity
At roughly 22 ft long, 7.5 ft wide, and 8 ft tall, the 40 yard dumpster holds about 12 pickup-truck loads of debris, with typical rentals in the 5–6 ton range. It's the size to reach for when a project's debris volume is measured in dumpsters, not bags.
What It's Good For
This container is built for major demolition projects, large new-construction sites, and commercial fit-outs or renovations generating a steady, heavy stream of debris. It's less common on residential driveways and more typical on active jobsites with room to work around it.
Placement and Access
Given its 8 ft height and overall size, a 40 yard dumpster needs firm, level ground, generous approach clearance, and enough overhead room for delivery and pickup. We'll coordinate directly with your site supervisor or project manager to plan placement and any swap schedule the job needs.
Booking a 40 Yard Dumpster
We deliver 40 yard roll-offs to construction and commercial sites throughout Plymouth and the South Shore. Call (774) 426-7408 or reach out through our contact page to talk through your project's timeline and debris volume.
Local fit
The 40 yard in Plymouth driveways
Containers this size are almost always placed on an active jobsite rather than a residential driveway. Anything positioned in the street or public right-of-way in Plymouth requires a permit through the Street Opening Permits process, administered by the Plymouth DPW. Demolition debris is also subject to MassDEP's waste disposal bans, covering materials like asphalt, brick, concrete, metal, and wood waste, so plan your sorting accordingly.
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 20Cubic yards20 Yard Dumpster
Whole-house cleanout, larger remodel, roofing up to about 50 squares, landscaping
View 20 yard 30Cubic yards30 Yard Dumpster
Whole-house projects, commercial cleanouts, new-build construction
View 30 yardFAQs
40 Yard dumpster questions
What kind of projects need a 40 yard dumpster?
Major demolition, large new-construction builds, and commercial fit-outs or renovations that generate heavy, continuous debris are the most common uses. If you're not sure your project needs this size, describe the scope and we'll help you decide.
How much clearance does a 40 yard dumpster need?
At 8 ft tall, it needs firm level ground and generous overhead and approach clearance for our delivery truck. We'll coordinate site access with your project manager or site supervisor before delivery.
Can I get multiple 40 yard dumpsters for one project?
Yes, for larger jobs we can schedule multiple containers or a swap-out rotation to keep a continuous jobsite moving without debris piling up.
Is a 40 yard dumpster available for commercial jobs only?
It's most commonly used on commercial and construction sites, but we'll discuss residential use case by case — for most homes, a 20 or 30 yard is a better practical fit.
What can't go in a 40 yard dumpster?
Hazardous materials and items banned under Massachusetts law, including CRT glass from old televisions and monitors, can't go in any of our dumpsters regardless of size. Ask our team if you have questions about a specific material.
Ready when you are
Reserve a 40 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.