Three roll-off sizes cover most jobs in Bloomington: 10 yard, 20 yard and 30 yard. Dumpster sizes 20 yard and up handle bigger jobs, but a 10-yard dumpster dimensions of about 12 feet long is the established benchmark in the roll-off industry, and it holds roughly 3 to 4 pickup truck loads. Bloomington Porta Pros delivers all three sizes, and picking the right one comes down to what you're hauling and where the truck has to park.
The 10 yard dumpster measurements run around 12 feet long, 8 feet wide and 3.5 feet tall, which makes it the box most homeowners in Bloomington ask for first. These 10-yard dumpster dimensions stay consistent across most suppliers. It fits a single-car driveway without crowding the garage door, and it clears most gate openings without trouble. This size handles a garage cleanout, a small deck tear-off, or the debris from a bathroom gut job. If you're planning a home renovation porta potty alongside the dumpster, both units can usually sit on the same stretch of driveway. Bloomington Porta Pros still needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck for delivery, the same clearance every roll-off size requires, so a short or curved driveway can change what fits. Check dumpster rental cost for how the 10 yard price compares to bigger boxes, and see what cannot go in a dumpster before you start loading, since certain materials change the size you actually need.
The 20 yard dumpster size runs about 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and 4.5 feet tall, roughly double the depth of the 10 yard box in the same footprint width. These 20 yard dumpster measurements make it the middle option for most remodel jobs. That extra height is where the volume comes from, not extra length on the ground, which matters if you're eyeing a tight side yard. This size is the workhorse for a roof replacement, a whole-home flooring job, or a mid-size remodel generating mixed debris. Bloomington homeowners doing a kitchen gut plus cabinetry usually land here rather than the 10 yard. Weight matters more at this size too, since shingles and drywall add up fast. See dumpster weight limits before you fill it past the fill line, and confirm placement against dumpster permit requirements if the box needs to sit on a street or right-of-way rather than a private driveway in Bloomington.
A 30 yard dumpster measures close to 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and 6 feet tall, the same footprint as the 20 yard with almost 18 more inches of wall height. That makes it a bulk-volume box rather than a longer one, which is worth knowing before you assume it needs more driveway space than it does. This size fits new construction, a whole-house cleanout, or a commercial tenant buildout where the debris is bulky but not necessarily heavy, like drywall scraps and packaging. Pair it with construction dumpster rental planning if you're running a multi-week job site, and if the project also needs sanitation, construction site services covers what typically goes on-site alongside the box. Bloomington Porta Pros still asks for that same 60 foot straight approach behind the truck, since the delivery mechanics don't change with height, only the load capacity does.
| size | length | width | height | typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | 12 ft | 8 ft | 3.5 ft | garage cleanout, small remodel |
| 20 yard | 22 ft | 8 ft | 4.5 ft | roof job, whole-room remodel |
| 30 yard | 22 ft | 8 ft | 6 ft | new construction, full cleanout |
Matching size to job comes down to volume versus weight, and comparing dumpster dimensions 20 yard against the 10 and 30 yard boxes side by side is the fastest way to see where your debris fits. A 10 yard dumpster in Bloomington typically prices in the 51 to 112 dollar range for a day rental, while a full week runs higher, generally between 426 and 778 dollars depending on the load. Monthly rates for a dumpster start lower per day than short-term rentals but add up over a longer job, so check dumpster rental cost and 10 yard dumpster rental for a fuller breakdown by size. If you're not sure whether a 20 or 30 makes more sense, 20 yard dumpster rental and 30 yard dumpster rental both list the debris types each size handles best. Homeowners a short drive from Bloomington, including Ellettsville about 8.7 miles northwest and Smithville-Sanders roughly 8.1 miles south, order the same three sizes for the same jobs, since the dimensions don't change by zip code.
Permit rules depend on where the dumpster sits, and that needs confirming directly with the City of Bloomington before delivery. A dumpster placed entirely on a private driveway usually avoids right-of-way rules that apply to street placement, but this varies by exact location and the specifics haven't been verified here. Read dumpster permit requirements for what to ask the city, and if the job also needs portable restrooms, porta potty permit requirements covers that separate question. Getting placement wrong after delivery means a second truck trip, so it's worth a phone call before the box shows up. Bloomington Porta Pros can advise on typical placement patterns but can't issue or waive a municipal permit.
Weight limits depend on material density more than box size, and shingles or concrete fill a 20 yard's weight allowance long before it looks full. Overage fees apply past the included limit. See dumpster weight limits for how that's calculated and what commonly trips homeowners up on roofing jobs.
Street placement generally requires city confirmation first, since right-of-way rules apply differently than private driveway placement. Check with the City of Bloomington directly, and review dumpster permit requirements before scheduling delivery so the truck isn't turned away.
The footprint is nearly identical, about 22 feet by 8 feet for both, but the 30 yard stands roughly 18 inches taller. That added wall height means more volume in the same driveway space, useful for bulky, lightweight debris like framing scraps or packaging.
Bloomington Porta Pros needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck for any roll-off size, 10 through 30 yard. Tight alleys, low tree limbs or sharp driveway curves can block delivery, so it's worth measuring before scheduling.
No, dumpster size and portable restroom needs are separate decisions. See how many porta potties do I need for restroom counts, and portable toilet rental for options that fit alongside any dumpster size on a Bloomington job site.
Yes. Bloomington Porta Pros delivers dumpster sizes and dimensions across Bloomington 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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