Family-owned and operated, Michael Brothers Hauling is your #1 choice for residential and commercial waste removal services in the Greater Pittsburgh and Tri-State areas. No matter what you’ve got—construction and demolition debris, yard waste, household junk, recyclable materials—we... more
Boyd Roll-Off Services Inc
At Boyd Roll-Off Services, Inc., our roll-off dumpster services truly are one-of-a-kind. For more than 17 years, our delivery and pick-up services have been reliable, friendly, and nothing short of professional. We take care of our customers and our community, and... more
ABC-EZ Dumpster
ABC-EZ Dumpster Rental is located in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania and serves surrounding areas. We are proud to offer all sizes of roll-off dumpsters to accommodate a variety of residential and commercial projects. If you are cleaning out a garage or... more
Tedesco Roll of Services
Locally owned and operated, Tedesco Roll Off Services has been serving McKeesport, PA and surrounding areas since 1977. We offer roll-off rental services to residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Whether you need a small roll-off container for a basement cleanout or... more
Iron City Express
Based in Crescent, Pennsylvania, Iron City Express is a trucking company offering a wide range of professional hauling and junk removal services to the Pittsburgh,... more
Smuts Brothers Debris Removal
At Smuts Brothers Debris Removal, our specialty is doing the dirty work for you. We are a full service debris removal company providing quality services to homeowners, developers, and contractors in the Pittsburgh area. We will do small jobs,... more
412 Dumpster & Demo
If you find yourself in need of extra space for your unwanted items, turn to 412 Dumpsters & Demo for an easy and affordable solution. We offer... more
Toss That Junk PA
We are passionate about providing great service in the Pittsburgh community! Two Pittsburgh area Veterans started Toss That Junk when they saw the junk removal... more
RMC Sanitation
RMC Sanitation offers 20 yard dumpster rentals, dumpster bags, and more throughout the greater Pittsburgh, PA area. We can deliver your containers within 24 to 48 hours in most cases and our pricing is the best in the tri-state area. more
All-Green Services LLC
All-Green Services LLC is your best resource for dumpster and storage container rentals as well as recycling services. We maintain a large fleet and have... more
Bin There Dump That Tri-State
We’re your friendly, neighborhood source for fast and affordable roll-off bins in the Tri-State area. Our dumpsters are unique in that they’re safe for driveways and feature a compact footprint. We take service to the next level by... more
20 Yard Dumpster Tips for Amity, PA
How much can I put in a 20 yard dumpster?
Most 20 yard roll-offs are strong enough and big enough to hold as much as 10+ tons of debris, but dumpster rental companies almost never allow this.
There are 3 main reasons for this:
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The lifting and hauling capacity of the truck cannot accommodate that much weight.
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Truck hauling weight limit restrictions (varies by city/county)
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Landfill cost per ton — Dumpster rental companies are charged a per-ton rate at the landfill. Dumpster rental costs would be much higher if there were no customer weight limits.
The average 20 yard dumpster weight limit is 3-4 tons, or 6,000-8,000 lbs. To figure out how much you will be able to put in your 20 yard dumpster, you’ll first need to determine your specific dumpster's weight allowance. Each dumpster rental provider will offer a different weight allowance for the rental price they quote you, so make sure you reach out to multiple providers to get the best price. Once you know how much weight is included in your dumpster quote, you can estimate the approximate weight of the junk or debris you need to put into the dumpster. Local dumpster rental companies are pros at estimating how much debris weighs, and they will be able to help you choose the perfect dumpster for your needs.
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