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Waste Bins, Containers & Dumpsters | Sizes & Capacity
Alaska Waste offers a full range of dumpsters/containers for your waste & recycling needs. Each of our containers is built to offer as much capacity as possible, which allows debris from small home projects to large scale commercial & industrial projects. Below is a quick overview of each type of container size available and the approximate capacity of each:
Container size
Approximate Capacity
32 Gallon Containers
2 Kitchen Bags
35 Gallon Containers
2 Kitchen Bags
64 Gallon Containers
4 Kitchen Bags
65 Gallon Containers
4 Kitchen Bags
95 Gallon Containers
7 Kitchen Bags
96 Gallon Containers
7 Kitchen Bags
1 Yard Dumpster
10 Large Bags
2 Yard Dumpster
20 Large Bags
3 Yard Dumpster
30 Large Bags
4 Yard Dumpster
40 Large Bags
6 Yard Dumpster
60 Large Bags
8 Yard Dumpster
80 Large Bags
10 Yard Dumpster
100 Large Bags
12 Yard Dumpster
120 Large Bags
15 Yard Dumpster
150 Large Bags
20 Yard Dumpster
200 Large Bags
30 Yard Dumpster
300 Large Bags
40 Yard Dumpster
400 Large Bags
Alaska Waste Dumpster Sizes
Alaska Waste is here for our customers when large dumpster rentals are needed for either residential or commercial projects.
10 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster
How Much Does a 10 Yard Bin Hold?
A 10 yard container typically holds 2 to 3 tons, or 4,000 to 6,000 pounds. 10 yard dumpster rentals are used when removing heavy material like concrete, bricks, and sand. The sides are low for easy loading, but it’s big enough to hold entire driveways and patios, depending on their size. Alaska Waste also offers customers the ability to rent a special heavy debris dumpster with a 10 ton weight limit.
Household Debris Examples for a 10 Yard Dumpster:
- 50-60 13-gallon trash bags
- 2,500 pounds of loose yard waste
- 2,500-3,500 square feet of carpeting
Construction Debris Examples for a 10 Yard Dumpster:
- 50-70 4x8-feet sheets of drywall
- 48-72 bundles of roofing shingles
- 70-100 square feet of concrete or asphalt
Contact Alaska Waste today to rent a 10 Yard Dumpster.
20 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster
How Much Does a 20 Yard Bin Hold?
A 20 yard dumpster container typically holds 3 tons, or 6,000 pounds. 20 yard dumpster rentals are perfect for seasonal yard cleanouts, small remodels, roofing projects, and decluttering. Sides are low for easy loading, and it’s big enough to hold all kinds of waste.
Household Debris Examples:
- 100-120 13-gallon trash bags
- 3,000-4,200 square feet of carpeting
- 1,500 square feet of hardwood flooring
Construction Debris Examples:
- 62-84 4x8-feet sheets of drywall
- 60-90 bundles of roofing shingles
- 80-110 square feet of concrete or asphalt
Contact Alaska Waste today to rent a 20 Yard Dumpster.
30 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster
How Much Does a 30 Yard Bin Hold?
A 30 yard dumpster container typically holds 3.5 to 5 tons, or 7,000 to 10,000 pounds. 30 yard dumpster rentals are used for mid-sized cleanouts, light demolition debris, and whole-room remodels. It’s big enough to hold a variety of material, including bulkier household items like furniture and appliances.
Household Debris Examples:
- 150-180 13-gallon trash bags
- 7,500 pounds of loose yard waste
- 4,200-6,000 square feet of carpeting
Construction Debris Examples:
- 84-122 4x8-feet sheets of drywall
- 90-120 bundles of roofing shingles
- 1,750-2,500 square feet of hardwood flooring
Contact Alaska Waste today to rent a 30 Yard Dumpster.
40 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster
How Much Does a 40 Yard Bin Hold?
A 40 Yard container holds around 5 to 6 tons, or 10,000 to 12,000 pounds. 40 yard dumpster rentals are used for large renovations, major cleanouts, and construction projects. These dumpsters are big enough to hold a lot of bulkier, odd-sized material, such as oversized construction debris, large household items, appliances and furniture.
Household Debris Examples:
- 100-240 13-gallon trash bags
- 10,000 pounds of loose yard waste
- 6,000-9,000 square feet of carpeting
Construction Debris Examples:
- 144-188 4x8-feet sheets of drywall
- 120-192 bundles of roofing shingles
- 2,500-3,000 square feet of hardwood flooring