Johnson City Dumpster Rentals10 Yard Dumpster Rental in Johnson City, TN
12 ft long × 8 ft wide × 3.5 ft tall
A 10 yard dumpster holds about 3 pickup truck loads in a 12 by 8 foot footprint. It is the size to rent for heavy material and tight spaces. bathroom demos, small cleanouts, concrete, brick, and dirt.
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| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12 ft long × 8 ft wide × 3.5 ft tall |
| Capacity | 10 cubic yards (about 3 pickup truck loads) |
| Included weight | 1–2 tons |
| Overage | Ask before booking per ton above the included allowance |
| Driveway footprint | 12 ft × 8 ft |
| Best for | small cleanouts, single-room remodels, and heavy material like concrete or dirt |
What fits in a 10 yard dumpster
Roughly 3 pickup truck loads of debris. In practical terms that is a full bathroom demo, the contents of one packed bedroom, about 500 square feet of carpet and pad, a small deck, or a single-layer roof tear-off under about 12 squares.
At 3.5 feet tall it is also the easiest container to load by hand. You can toss debris over the side without a walk-in door or a ramp, which matters when you are working alone on a Saturday.
Why heavy material goes in a 10 yard
Concrete, brick, block, dirt, tile, and plaster weigh so much that a larger container would exceed what the truck can legally lift long before it filled. A 10 yard box of clean concrete is already several tons.
If your load is mostly heavy material, this is almost always the correct size regardless of how much room it appears to take up. See how heavy-material rentals are priced.
Space you need
About 60 feet of straight approach, 10.5 feet of width, and 22 feet of vertical clearance. The 10 yard is short enough to fit a single-car driveway or a tight side yard where a 20 would not go.
Other sizes
Not sure this is the one? Compare against the 15 yard, 20 yard, 30 yard, or see the full size guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 10 yard dumpster cost in Johnson City?
The 10 yard is quoted per project, because the price turns on what you are putting in it. Loaded with household debris it stays well inside its weight allowance; loaded with concrete or dirt it is at the limit before it looks full, and clean inert loads are quoted separately from mixed debris. Describe the material and you get a firm number. How roll-off pricing is built.
How many pickup loads is a 10 yard dumpster?
About 3 full-size pickup truck loads, or roughly 10 cubic yards of loose debris. Breaking down bulky items can meaningfully increase what fits.
Is a 10 yard big enough for a bathroom remodel?
Yes, for a standard single bathroom. Tile, tub, vanity, toilet, and drywall from one bathroom fit comfortably and stay within the weight allowance. Two bathrooms at once is a 15 yard job.
Related pages
Dumpster rental cost
Full pricing, tonnage allowances, and the fees to ask about.
What can go in a dumpster
Accepted and prohibited materials, including Tennessee-specific rules.
Do I need a permit?
When private-property placement is fine and when it is not.
Ready to clear the way?
Tell us about the project and we'll size it, price it, and get it scheduled. Serving Johnson City and the surrounding Tri-Cities communities.