Calgary Dumpster Dimensions & Capacities
Understanding bin sizes and measurements for material disposal in Calgary
What Size Dumpster Do I Need?
Selecting a bin with the right dimensions is crucial for efficient waste disposal. Different materials and volumes require different container sizes. This guide helps you understand the measurements and capacities available in Calgary to fit your specific needs.
What materials are you disposing of?
Household Items
Furniture, appliances, general household materials
Mixed Materials
Mixed debris, wood, drywall, fixtures, cabinetry
Heavy Materials
Concrete, brick, soil, asphalt, stone
Organic Materials
Branches, stumps, sod, leaves, plants
Select your material type above to see our size recommendation based on typical volume needs
Waste Container Sizes We Offer
Detailed measurements and capacities of our available waste containers
20 yard Container
Suitable Materials:
Large projects such as multi-room renovations, construction debris, and commercial cleanouts.
Volume Equivalent:
Approximately 6-8 pickup truck loads or a large single-car garage space.
12 yard Container
Suitable Materials:
Medium-sized projects like single-room renovations, roofing jobs, and large-scale cleanouts.
Volume Equivalent:
Approximately 3-4 pickup truck loads or 1 standard garage space.
Waste Volume Guide
Understanding waste container capacities in practical, real-world terms
Common Material Volume Reference
Material Volume Guide for Calgary Disposal
Match your waste volume to the appropriate container size
Small Volume Containers (4-12 Yards)
- Household Items (Small Volume) - 1-2 rooms of furniture, appliances
- Garden Waste (Small Volume) - Minor landscaping, small plant removal
- Light Renovation Materials - Single room fixtures, cabinets
- Sorting/Recycling Separation - Segregated material collection
- Concrete/Brick (Small Volume) - Small patio or walkway removal
Medium Volume Containers (15-20 Yards)
- Household Items (Medium Volume) - 3-5 rooms of furniture, multiple appliances
- Mixed Materials - Various debris types, mixed construction waste
- Roofing Materials - Shingles from standard residential roof
- Yard Waste (Medium Volume) - Multiple trees, extensive garden clearing
- Wood Materials - Deck removal, fence demolition, framing lumber
Large Volume Containers (30-40 Yards)
- Bulky Materials (Large Volume) - Multiple rooms or entire building contents
- Light Materials (High Volume) - Packaging, cardboard, insulation
- Mixed Demolition Materials - Large volume structural debris
- Large Furniture Collection - Office furniture, multiple household cleanouts
- Manufacturing Waste - Production byproducts, industrial materials
Size & Capacity FAQ
Multiply length × width × height of your material pile in yards. If your pile is 3 yards long, 2 wide, and 1 high, you have 6 cubic yards. We always recommend sizing up if you're close to a capacity limit to avoid overfilling.
Most bins are about 8 feet wide. Lengths vary from 12 feet for small bins up to 22 feet for larger ones. Ensure you have enough driveway clearance before delivery.
Our delivery trucks require approximately 23 feet of vertical clearance to safely roll off the container. Watch for low-hanging branches or power lines above your placement area.
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