How Big Is a 20 Yard Dumpster?
Picture a box roughly 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and 4 feet tall, though exact dumpster dimensions for a 20 yard unit vary some by manufacturer. That footprint puts it between the compact 10 yard dumpster rental and the bulkier 30 yard dumpster rental, which is why it's the default pick for kitchen gut jobs and single-room additions around Longmont. Loading is by hand or wheelbarrow over a low side wall, so shingles, drywall and framing lumber go in fast, much like loading a roll-off dumpster rental for a bigger tear-down. If you're not sure this is the right call, the dumpster sizes and dimensions page lines up all four sizes side by side, and how many porta potties do i need is a useful cross-check if the same job needs a toilet on site too. Delivery trucks need about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the drop point to swing the box off the rails, so clear the driveway before the driver shows up. Longmont Porta Pros will walk the site with you if the approach looks tight, and can quote a portable toilet rental at the same visit if the crew needs one.
How Much Does a 20 Yard Dumpster Cost in Longmont?
Price depends on how long you keep it and what you put in it. Below is the general range; a full breakdown with weight caps and disposal fees lives on the dumpster rental cost page.
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day | $51 | $75 | $112 |
| Week | $426 | $600 | $778 |
| Month | $91 | $108 | $500 |
A short weekend cleanout usually lands near the day rate, while a full remodel that needs the box for a week or more costs more up front but avoids repeat delivery fees, the same tradeoff covered on the porta potty rental per day page for toilets. Ask about what actually can't go in with the load, and check the porta potty rental cost page too if you're pricing out a full site setup; the what cannot go in a dumpster guide covers banned items, and dumpster weight limits explains overage charges before they show up on your invoice.
Do I Need a Permit for a 20 Yard Dumpster in Longmont?
Placement in the public right of way, meaning the street or curb strip rather than your own driveway, needs confirming with the City of Longmont before delivery. We have not verified a specific ordinance number for this, so don't take a driveway placement as automatically permit-free either; check with the city first. The dumpster permit requirements page has more on when this typically comes up, and porta potty permit requirements is worth a look if you're renting both a dumpster and a toilet for the same job. Construction crews juggling multiple rentals often bundle this with construction dumpster rental, a construction site services package, a temporary fence rental around the perimeter and a storage container rental for tools, so delivery windows line up.
If your project is closer to Firestone, about 9.5 miles east, or Lafayette, roughly 12.5 miles south, delivery is still straightforward from our Longmont base; check service areas for the full coverage map, or look at porta potty rental in Firestone directly if that's the closer job site. Jobs near Loveland, about 18.8 miles north, or Erie, 13.3 miles south, are also within normal delivery range, and both porta potty rental in Loveland and porta potty rental in Erie have their own pages if you need toilets there too.
How long can I keep a 20 yard dumpster?
Most renters keep it for a weekend cleanout or up to a full week for a remodel. Monthly terms exist for longer construction jobs and cost more overall but less per day than repeated short rentals. Confirm your timeline when you book so delivery and pickup match the job.
What fits in a 20 yard roll-off dumpster?
Shingles, drywall, flooring, cabinetry, fencing and yard debris all fit well. It handles roughly a mid-size bathroom or kitchen gut job without overflowing. Heavier loads like concrete or dirt may need a different size; ask before you fill it to the top.
Is a 20 yard dumpster too big for a small cleanout?
It can be. A single-room declutter or small garage cleanout often fits in a 10 yard dumpster rental instead, which costs less to rent. Match the size to the job rather than guessing high.
Can I place the dumpster on the street?
Only with confirmation from the City of Longmont, since placement in the public right of way needs that check first. Driveway placement is usually simpler but still worth confirming. Ask us when you schedule delivery.
Does Longmont Porta Pros deliver outside Longmont?
Yes, within the normal service radius. Firestone, Lafayette, Erie, Broomfield and Loveland are all reachable; see service areas for distances and coverage details before you book.
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