Most Portland projects fit a 10, 20 or 30 yard container, and the differences come down to footprint, height and how much debris you're clearing. A 10 yard box runs about 12 feet by 8 feet. A 20 yard runs closer to 22 feet by 8 feet. Pick by volume first, then check the driveway.
A 10 yard dumpster typically measures around 12 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 3.5 feet tall, though 10 yard dumpster measurements shift slightly by manufacturer. That footprint makes it the right call for a garage cleanout, a small deck tear-off, or a single bathroom remodel in Portland. Ten-yard dumpster dimensions matter most when you're working a tight lot in neighborhoods like Raleigh Hills, 8.9 miles southwest of downtown Portland, where driveways run narrow and street parking is scarce. Before you order, walk the drop zone. A roll-off dumpster rental truck needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind it to set the container down without dragging it across landscaping. If you're not sure this size covers your job, the 10 yard dumpster rental page breaks down what fits and what doesn't, and dumpster rental cost covers what you'll actually pay by size and duration.
Dumpster dimensions on a 20 yard unit usually land around 22 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 4.5 feet tall. Dumpster sizes 20 yard and up start making sense for roofing tear-offs, flooring removal, or a kitchen gut job where debris piles up fast. The 20 yard dumpster size holds roughly double the volume of a 10 yard, but it eats more driveway, so measure twice before booking. Homeowners in Milwaukie, 8.3 miles south of Portland, often step up to this size for whole-house renovations rather than downsizing later. It still needs the same 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck for delivery. If your project pairs demo debris with a work crew on site, check construction dumpster rental for combined options, and see what cannot go in a dumpster before you start loading, since certain materials will get the load rejected at the yard.
A 30 yard dumpster size typically runs about 22 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 6 feet tall, the extra height being the real difference from a 20 yard rather than added length. That taller wall matters for bulky, low-density loads like furniture, framing lumber, or a full commercial buildout in downtown Portland. Contractors handling new construction or a major addition lean on this size because it cuts the number of pulls needed mid-project. Weight still matters more than volume here. Check dumpster weight limits before you fill a 30 yard box with anything dense like shingles or concrete, since overage fees can erase the savings from ordering the bigger container. For side-by-side specs across all three common sizes, the 30 yard dumpster rental page and its companion 40 yard dumpster rental page lay out clearance needs and typical use cases.
| size | length | width | height | best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | 12 ft | 8 ft | 3.5 ft | small cleanouts, single-room remodels |
| 20 yard | 22 ft | 8 ft | 4.5 ft | roofing, flooring, kitchen gut jobs |
| 30 yard | 22 ft | 8 ft | 6 ft | new construction, commercial buildouts |
| 40 yard | 22 ft | 8 ft | 8 ft | large commercial demo |
Measure the straight run behind where the truck will park. Every size on this page needs about 60 feet of clearance for the roll-off truck to set the container down safely, regardless of whether you order a 10 yard or a 40 yard. Width matters too. Most standard driveways handle an 8 foot wide container, but overhead branches, fences, or a low carport roof can block the drop even when the ground footprint fits. If you're near Lake Oswego, 12.5 miles south of Portland, or out toward Tigard, 12.3 miles southwest, tell the dispatcher about slope and overhead lines when you book. It saves a wasted trip. For a full walkthrough of placement rules and access requirements, see dumpster permit requirements, since some Portland placements on a street or right of way need separate confirmation with the city rather than a dispatcher's guess.
Yes, size and duration both drive the price, and duration usually matters more than most people expect. A day rate on a standard dumpster starts lower than a week rate, and a week rate sits well below a month rate, so matching the rental window to your actual project timeline saves more than downsizing the container. Weekend rates run higher per day than a full week because they're built for short, fast jobs, not because the container is smaller. If your project timeline is still moving, the dumpster rental cost page walks through how day, week and month pricing compares across sizes.
| duration | low | typical | high |
|---|---|---|---|
| day | $51 | $75 | $112 |
| week | $426 | $600 | $778 |
| month | $91 | $108 | $500 |
Site prep matters just as much as size once the container lands. OSHA 1926.25 requires scrap and debris to be cleared from work areas, and OSHA 1926.252 covers how waste gets handled through chutes and enclosures on active sites, so a properly sized dumpster placed close to the work isn't just convenient, it's part of keeping the site compliant. Portland crews juggling multiple trades often pair a roll-off with other construction site services like fencing or lighting to keep the whole lot organized, and if the job also needs restrooms for the crew, portable toilet rental and porta john rental cover that separately.
A 10 yard dumpster covers most single-garage cleanouts in Portland, handling old furniture, boxes and light construction debris without wasting driveway space. If you're clearing a two-car garage packed floor to ceiling, step up to a 20 yard instead. Check dumpster sizes and dimensions again once you've sorted what's actually getting hauled.
Placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the city before you book. Driveway placement avoids that question entirely and is usually the faster option. See dumpster permit requirements for what to ask about before delivery day.
About 60 feet of straight clearance behind the drop zone, regardless of container size. That space lets the truck angle the container down without hitting fences, trees or parked cars. Confirm this when you schedule with Portland Porta Pros.
A 20 yard usually handles a standard kitchen gut job, covering cabinets, countertops and flooring. A 30 yard makes sense if you're combining the kitchen with another room or expect heavier framing debris. Weight limits matter more than volume here, so check dumpster weight limits first.
Slightly. A 20 yard box from one yard might run a foot shorter or taller than another, even though the yardage is the same. Always confirm exact dimensions with Portland Porta Pros before you finalize driveway measurements, especially on tight lots.
Yes. Portland Porta Pros delivers dumpster sizes and dimensions across Portland and the surrounding metro, with same-day and next-day drop-off available on most orders.
Pricing depends on the unit and how long you need it. See our cost breakdown and request a free quote for an exact figure.
Standard rentals include scheduled service — a pump-out, a clean, a restock and fresh deodorizer. Busy or hot-weather sites can be serviced more often.
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