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20-Yard Dumpster in Columbia, SC

14.5 ft long, 8 ft wide, 5 ft tall. It holds about 8 pickup truck loads and includes 2 tons of weight, with 14 days on the rental.

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Illustration of the AMC Waste Services 20 yard roll-off dumpster

Is a 20-Yard the Right Size?

A 20-yard is right for

  • A kitchen or bath remodel
  • A roofing tear-off
  • General construction debris on a job site

A 20-yard is wrong for

  • A single small room, you're paying for space you won't use
  • Clean concrete or dirt on its own, that goes in a smaller dumpster at a different rate

What a 20-Yard Dumpster Is Really For

The 20-yard is the workhorse. Kitchen and bath remodels, roofing tear-offs, and general construction debris all end up in a 20, and it's the size contractors order by default. Shingles run heavy, so on a big roof tell us the square count and we'll make sure 2 tons covers it or set you up differently.

At 14.5 feet long with 5-foot walls it still fits most driveways, and it's the size we stock the most of, which matters when you need a swap mid-job.

20-Yard Dumpster Comparison

SizeDimensionsHoldsWeight included
15 yard14 × 8 × 4.5 ft~6 pickup truck loads1.5 tons
20 yard14.5 × 8 × 5 ft~8 pickup truck loads2 tons
25 yard14.5 × 8 × 6.5 ft~10 pickup truck loads3 tons
Goes in the dumpsterWe can't take
Household junk and furnitureFood waste
Remodel and construction debrisWet paint, oils, chemicals
Roofing and flooring tear-offBatteries and tires
Yard waste and brushMattresses and box springs
Concrete, dirt, brick (own dumpster, own rate)Fridges and freezers
An AMC Waste Services truck delivering a dumpster to a job site

Not sure the 20-yard takes your load? Call and ask before you fill it.

Call (803) 408-9990

Will a 20-Yard Fit in My Driveway?

The 20 runs 14 and a half feet, about the length of a pickup, so a standard driveway handles it. If cars need to get past while it's there, say so when you order and the driver sets it to one side.

An AMC Waste Services truck delivering a dumpster on a new build

What Fills a 20-Yard Before the Weight Does

Two tons covers a kitchen or a roof on most houses. The job that goes over is a big roof, shingles are heavy. When you book a roofing job, tell us the squares and we'll tell you if the 20 holds it.

Reviews from Columbia-Area Customers

Rated 4.9 across 77 Google reviews.

★★★★★

Been using them for years on our construction sites. Always on it, fast response and fair pricing.

Dustin ThompsonGoogle review

★★★★★

Great rental. Dumpster was dropped on time and the driver placed the designated area perfectly.

Corwaloreese HollomanGoogle review

★★★★★

Zack is very responsive, respectful, and responsible. He immediately found a way to deliver next day after my call. I know that’s not always possible but an amazing crew and team he has. They get the job done. I’d give him a 10+*

Marcella StylesGoogle review

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20-Yard Dumpster Questions

What people ask us before they book. The full FAQ has the rest.

What are the dimensions of a 20-yard dumpster?

The 20-yard is 14.5 ft long, 8 ft wide, 5 ft tall. It holds about 8 pickup truck loads and includes 2 tons of weight.

What fits in a 20-yard dumpster?

The 20-yard is right for a kitchen or bath remodel. If you're between sizes, going up one costs a lot less than renting a second dumpster.

How much does a 20-yard dumpster cost in Columbia?

A 20-yard quote is exact to your order. Pull yours up on the booking page or call (803) 408-9990.

How long do I get the 20-yard for?

14 days comes with it. A remodel that runs past two weeks is normal, not a problem: tell us where the job stands and we'll price the added days instead of yanking the dumpster out from under you.

Where do you deliver 20-yard dumpsters?

Everywhere we run: Columbia, the Midlands, and out to Sumter, Florence, Aiken, and Greenville. No size is limited to certain towns. See the service areas.

Will a 20-yard dumpster fit in my driveway?

Most driveways, yes. It's 14.5 ft long, about the length of two pickup trucks. If your driveway is short, on a slope, or gravel, say so when you book and the driver will pick the spot with you.

Can I put concrete or dirt in a 20-yard?

Heavy material like concrete and dirt belongs in a smaller dumpster priced for the weight, not the 20-yard. A quick call lines up the right one at the right rate.

If we missed something here, ask us by phone.

Call (803) 408-9990

Rent a 20-Yard Dumpster in Columbia

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See your exact price on the booking page, or call and talk to Zack or Amanda. Family-owned and insured.

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