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What's the Best Dumpster Size for Small Demolitions in Malvern / Chester County, PA?

Two different sized dumpsters from Dumpster Dudez - learn more about what sized dumpster you should choose for your demolition project in Malvern / Chester County, PA!

January 16, 2023

Dumpster Sizes
Construction

It can be difficult picking the right dumpster size for your demolition or construction project in Malvern / Chester County, PA.

When you rent a smaller dumpster, you'll have to wait longer to get rid of everything, and if you rent a bigger dumpster, it'll cost more.

If you don't get rid of the junk, the junk will inevitably pile up on your driveway or surroundings, causing domestic accidents. Therefore, you should use the right-sized dumpster to eliminate the debris as quickly as possible.

Understanding dumpster characteristics will help you pick the right one. Projects can generate a lot of debris, so don't underestimate it. You should get a 10-yard dumpster if your small project has an estimated debris volume of 8 yards.

Getting Rid of Debris Will Cost You

Deliveries, mileage, and disposal should be included in debris dumpster services, and you should aim to do it right. To reduce trips to the landfill and avoid overage charges, you might need to overestimate or higher the amount of debris your project will generate. You can get dumpsters in different sizesand with varying limits of weight.

Dumpster Dudez has tackled a few small residential demolitions and construction projects, and we've got the perfect dumpster recommendation for you.

Demolition Projects in Your Home

If your bathroom needs to be upgraded to a full bath, the dumpster you'd need for such a project would be ten yards in size, with dimensions of 10 feet by 8 feet by 4 feet and a capacity of three to two tons.

Ten yarders are also suitable for these projects:

  • Removing fences
  • Removing your floor or carpet
  • Removing interior walls
  • Deck removal
  • Demolition of sheds, patios, and walkways
  • Full bath removal for medium to large homes

You'll need a 15 to 20-yard dumpster if you're doing DIY or to contract complete bath removal (10 ft. x 10 ft.). Make sure the dumpster is big enough to handle all the demolition waste.

Types of Debris

It's important to know what kind of debris you'll be removing during your project so you can hire the right size dumpster. Weight limits apply to each size of waste, as I mentioned earlier. Bricks, drywall, concrete, carpet, and drywall require a larger dumpster.

The good news is that Dumpster Dudez can help you figure out the percentage of different types of debris to recommend the right dumpster for your demolition project if you don't know how to estimate the amount of waste generated in your demolition project in Malvern / Chester County, PA. Get a free instant quote to have all your questions answered by the pros at Dumpster Dudez!

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  • Mike Krakovitz
    Feb. 22, 2025
    As a contractor I use several dumpsters a year. While looking for a new company I came upon these guys and couldn't have asked for more. They showed up on time, driver was excellent, and picked up on time.
  • Chad Troisi
    Feb. 19, 2025
    Very smooth process. Placed order online and had dumpster delivered and picked-up when needed and where needed. I even took advantage of the weekly add on due to project delays. Couldn’t ask for an easier experience. Thank you.
  • Marianne Calilhanna
    Feb. 17, 2025
    Dumpster Dudez were so easy to work with and the price was right. When we needed an extension…no problem. They were able to accommodate every request in a timely manner. Easy to communicate with and from here on out they will be the only dumpster company I use! Thanks, Dudes!
  • Ali Karwoski
    Feb. 15, 2025
    Fantastic service- super easy and convenient! Will absolutely be using again!
  • Jamie Wagner
    Feb. 13, 2025
    Aaron and his team were fantastic to work with! They provided prompt service and always were available for any questions I had. They made the process of renting a dumpster easy and efficient. I highly recommend this company.
  • Sean Quinn
    Feb. 11, 2025
    Drop off and pick up were right on time, and the process and communications were smooth and accurate. The dumpster itself was in great condition and easy for one person to operate the door. What you want in these scenarios is no surprises, and we didn't encounter any. Would recommend.
  • Glenn Gardone
    Feb. 9, 2025
    I’ve used the group twice and they were perfect each time. I highly recommend them!!
  • Dan Lavelle
    Feb. 6, 2025
    We had an urgent need for a Dumpster due to an adjusted timeline for some renovation work. Dumpster dudez was responsive, fast, cost competitive and the delivery driver was very conscious of where we needed the dumpster dropped. Amazing service and will absolutely be using them again.
  • Steven S
    Feb. 5, 2025
    Prompt, great service. Aaron made the whole process so easy. Thanks!
  • Rebecca Smith
    Jun. 9, 2024
    Aaron and the Dumpster Dudez of the Main Line will always be my favorite dumpster company to work with. I have worked with many local companies during a few projects, from construction to whole-home cleanouts, and Dumpster Dudez always has superior customer service and is prompt and courteous when it comes to drop-off and pick-up. You could not ask for a better team than Aaron and the Dumpster Dudez. I can confidently say, "I got a guy," when I need a dumpster.
  • WENDY GARGAN
    Feb. 1, 2025
    Such an amazing experience! I would highly recommend this company! They had exceptional communication, were timely and need with drop off and pick up, and we're super easy to work with :-)
  • Matt Petrillo
    Jan. 29, 2025
    Good job!
  • Kevin Duffy
    Jan. 29, 2025
    Great service! Excellent communication prior to delivery and pickup, which were both seamless. Will definitely return for my next project!
  • M Walsh
    Jan. 29, 2025
    Aaron was wonderful to work with. He handled my situation with much professionalism and understanding. thank you
  • Karen McGurk
    Jan. 27, 2025
    Aaron was great from first call and fast to get right size dumpster delivered. Delivery was as promised and they set it and opened it. Days later when full called backhand they came next morning and said never there. Also very reasonable rates. Highly recommend!
  • Bea
    Nov. 20, 2024
    This was my second time using Dumpster Dudez. It was easy to book online and delivery and pickup were all on time. They also have reasonable fees for items that shouldn't be placed in the dumpster (but inevitably are thrown in there). All communication was clear and timely. If we have a need in the future -- we will call them again!!
  • Beth Atkinson
    Jan. 11, 2025
    These guys were great!!!! Great price and they picked up the dumpster and brought a new one the next day any time we asked.
  • Kim Krause
    Jan. 4, 2025
    Experience was great and appreciated all the reminders and communications re: our dumpster delivery.
  • Joe
    Jan. 3, 2025
    Quick drop off and delivery. excellent communication. I will be using these guys again.
  • David Dodge
    Jan. 2, 2025
    Prompt, courteous service with fair pricing. Definitly will use again and highly recommend!
  • Mike Krakovitz
    Feb. 22, 2025
    As a contractor I use several dumpsters a year. While looking for a new company I came upon these guys and couldn't have asked for more. They showed up on time, driver was excellent, and picked up on time.
  • Chad Troisi
    Feb. 19, 2025
    Very smooth process. Placed order online and had dumpster delivered and picked-up when needed and where needed. I even took advantage of the weekly add on due to project delays. Couldn’t ask for an easier experience. Thank you.
  • Marianne Calilhanna
    Feb. 17, 2025
    Dumpster Dudez were so easy to work with and the price was right. When we needed an extension…no problem. They were able to accommodate every request in a timely manner. Easy to communicate with and from here on out they will be the only dumpster company I use! Thanks, Dudes!
  • Ali Karwoski
    Feb. 15, 2025
    Fantastic service- super easy and convenient! Will absolutely be using again!
  • Jamie Wagner
    Feb. 13, 2025
    Aaron and his team were fantastic to work with! They provided prompt service and always were available for any questions I had. They made the process of renting a dumpster easy and efficient. I highly recommend this company.
  • Sean Quinn
    Feb. 11, 2025
    Drop off and pick up were right on time, and the process and communications were smooth and accurate. The dumpster itself was in great condition and easy for one person to operate the door. What you want in these scenarios is no surprises, and we didn't encounter any. Would recommend.
  • Glenn Gardone
    Feb. 9, 2025
    I’ve used the group twice and they were perfect each time. I highly recommend them!!
  • Dan Lavelle
    Feb. 6, 2025
    We had an urgent need for a Dumpster due to an adjusted timeline for some renovation work. Dumpster dudez was responsive, fast, cost competitive and the delivery driver was very conscious of where we needed the dumpster dropped. Amazing service and will absolutely be using them again.
  • Steven S
    Feb. 5, 2025
    Prompt, great service. Aaron made the whole process so easy. Thanks!
  • Rebecca Smith
    Jun. 9, 2024
    Aaron and the Dumpster Dudez of the Main Line will always be my favorite dumpster company to work with. I have worked with many local companies during a few projects, from construction to whole-home cleanouts, and Dumpster Dudez always has superior customer service and is prompt and courteous when it comes to drop-off and pick-up. You could not ask for a better team than Aaron and the Dumpster Dudez. I can confidently say, "I got a guy," when I need a dumpster.
  • WENDY GARGAN
    Feb. 1, 2025
    Such an amazing experience! I would highly recommend this company! They had exceptional communication, were timely and need with drop off and pick up, and we're super easy to work with :-)
  • Matt Petrillo
    Jan. 29, 2025
    Good job!
  • Kevin Duffy
    Jan. 29, 2025
    Great service! Excellent communication prior to delivery and pickup, which were both seamless. Will definitely return for my next project!
  • M Walsh
    Jan. 29, 2025
    Aaron was wonderful to work with. He handled my situation with much professionalism and understanding. thank you
  • Karen McGurk
    Jan. 27, 2025
    Aaron was great from first call and fast to get right size dumpster delivered. Delivery was as promised and they set it and opened it. Days later when full called backhand they came next morning and said never there. Also very reasonable rates. Highly recommend!
  • Bea
    Nov. 20, 2024
    This was my second time using Dumpster Dudez. It was easy to book online and delivery and pickup were all on time. They also have reasonable fees for items that shouldn't be placed in the dumpster (but inevitably are thrown in there). All communication was clear and timely. If we have a need in the future -- we will call them again!!
  • Beth Atkinson
    Jan. 11, 2025
    These guys were great!!!! Great price and they picked up the dumpster and brought a new one the next day any time we asked.
  • Kim Krause
    Jan. 4, 2025
    Experience was great and appreciated all the reminders and communications re: our dumpster delivery.
  • Joe
    Jan. 3, 2025
    Quick drop off and delivery. excellent communication. I will be using these guys again.
  • David Dodge
    Jan. 2, 2025
    Prompt, courteous service with fair pricing. Definitly will use again and highly recommend!