20 Yard Dumpster Rental
Roll-off container rental in Jacksonville, FL • from $399
A 20 yard dumpster rental at 904 Dumpster costs $399 flat. The price includes delivery, pickup, a 5-day rental, and disposal of up to 2 tons, making the 20-yard the best value per cubic yard for whole-house cleanouts, multi-room remodels, and construction debris. Available across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida.
Starting price - All-inclusive
What's Included for $399
What Is a 20 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster?
A 20 yard dumpster is the largest standard roll-off container offered for residential rental. It holds 20 cubic yards of debris, equivalent to approximately 7 pickup truck loads or 120 to 140 large contractor trash bags. This is the size contractors reach for on construction jobs, whole-house cleanouts, and major renovation projects where smaller containers would need to be swapped mid-project.
To visualize 20 cubic yards, imagine a container 14 feet long, 7.5 feet wide, and 5.8 feet high,roughly the length of a mid-size sedan with walls just under 6 feet tall. Despite being our largest size, the 20 yard dumpster shares the same footprint as our 15 yard dumpster,the extra capacity comes from the taller sidewalls, not a wider or longer frame. This means it fits in the same driveway space while holding 33% more debris.
At 904 Dumpster, we rent 20 yard dumpsters across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida for a flat rate of $399, which includes delivery, pickup, a 5-day rental period, and disposal of up to 2 tons (4,000 lbs). At just $18.75 per cubic yard, the 20 yard offers the best value per cubic yard of any size we carry. As a locally owned company serving the 904 area since 2016, we deliver with driveway protection boards on every drop-off and offer same-day delivery when you book before noon.
20 Yard Dumpster Dimensions & Size
How Big Is a 20 Yard Dumpster?
A 20 yard dumpster measures 14 feet long by 7.5 feet wide by 5.8 feet high. It occupies roughly the same ground space as a standard parking spot,14 feet of driveway length and 7.5 feet of width. The key difference from the 15 yard is the wall height: at 5.8 feet (nearly 6 feet tall), the 20 yard can stack construction debris, drywall sheets, and lumber much higher without overfilling.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exterior Length | 14 feet |
| Exterior Width | 7.5 feet |
| Exterior Height | 5.8 feet (70 inches) |
| Volume | 20 cubic yards |
| Weight Limit | 4,000 lbs (2 tons) |
| Equivalent Capacity | 7 pickup truck loads / 120-140 contractor bags |
| Rear Door | Full-width swing door for walk-in loading |
| Footprint | Same as 15-yard,extra capacity from taller walls |
Will a 20 Yard Dumpster Fit in My Driveway?
In most cases, yes. The 20 yard dumpster shares the same 14-foot length and 7.5-foot width as the 15 yard, so if a 15-yard fits in your driveway, a 20-yard will too. The main consideration is overhead clearance: the 5.8-foot wall height clears most garage doors, but the roll-off truck needs roughly 22 feet of vertical clearance for safe delivery and pickup.
Driveway tip: Watch for low-hanging oak branches, especially in older established neighborhoods. If you are unsure about clearance, send a photo of your driveway and 904 Dumpster will confirm fit before scheduling delivery. For homes without driveways or with tight access, the container can often be placed on the street with a city right-of-way permit. Call (904) 240-5598 and the team will handle the details.
20 Yard Dumpster Rental Cost
What's Included in the $399 Flat Rate
A 20 yard dumpster rental costs $399 at 904 Dumpster. The flat rate includes delivery, a 5-day rental, pickup, and disposal of up to 2 tons. At $19.95 per cubic yard, the 20-yard is the most cost-efficient size offered, compared with roughly $29.90 per cubic yard on the 10-yard and $23.27 on the 15-yard. National guides such as Hometown Dumpster Rental put the same size between $350 and $650, putting 904 Dumpster at the low end of the national range.
| Item | 904 Dumpster |
|---|---|
| Base Rental | $399 |
| Disposal Included | 2 Tons |
| Rental Period | 5 Days |
| Overage Fee | $75/Ton |
| Fuel Surcharge | $0 |
| Environmental Fee | $0 |
| Admin / Booking Fee | $0 |
904 Dumpster vs. National Providers
National dumpster brokers advertise 20 yard rentals starting at $350 to $450, but the final invoice often tells a different story. After fuel surcharges ($25 to $50), environmental fees ($15 to $30), and administrative charges ($20 to $35), the average 20 yard rental from a national provider lands between $450 and $550. With 904 Dumpster, $399 is the total price. No add-ons, no surprises.
20 yard dumpster vs. hauling it yourself: A single landfill trip costs approximately $50 to $75 in disposal fees plus fuel and 1 to 2 hours of your time. The 20 yard holds about 7 pickup truck loads, meaning you would spend $350 to $525 in dump fees alone, not counting gas, vehicle wear, and 10 to 14 hours of driving and unloading. At $399 all-in with delivery to your driveway, renting a 20 yard dumpster saves the average homeowner $200 or more and an entire weekend of work.
What Can You Put in a 20 Yard Dumpster?
A 20 yard dumpster accepts most common residential and construction materials. Because the 20 yard handles the biggest projects, it is frequently loaded with a mix of heavy construction debris and general household items. Here is what you can, and cannot, place in a 20 yard roll-off container.
Accepted Materials
- ✓Construction debris (drywall, lumber, framing, plywood)
- ✓Roofing shingles and underlayment
- ✓Furniture, mattresses, and appliances
- ✓Cabinets, countertops, and fixtures
- ✓Flooring (tile, carpet, hardwood, laminate)
- ✓Yard waste (branches, sod, landscaping debris)
- ✓General household junk and clutter
- ✓Windows, doors, and trim
Prohibited Items
- ✗Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, solvents)
- ✗Tires and automotive batteries
- ✗Refrigerants / Freon-containing appliances
- ✗Medical or biological waste
- ✗Asbestos-containing materials
- ✗Propane tanks and fuel containers
Pro tip for heavy loads: The 20 yard dumpster has a 2-ton (4,000 lb) weight limit. Construction debris like drywall and lumber is relatively light by volume,you can typically fill the entire container without exceeding the weight limit. However, if you are disposing of concrete, brick, stone, or dirt, these materials weigh significantly more per cubic yard. For heavy debris projects, consider our concrete disposal dumpster or call us at (904) 240-5598 to discuss the best approach.
Best Projects for a 20 Yard Dumpster
The 20 yard dumpster is the go-to choice for Jacksonville's biggest residential and commercial projects. Here are the four most common use cases.
Whole-House Cleanouts & Estate Cleanouts
Clearing an entire home,whether you're preparing a property for sale, managing an estate after a loved one passes, or gutting a house before a full renovation,generates an enormous volume of debris. Furniture, clothing, kitchenware, electronics, and decades of accumulated belongings fill up smaller dumpsters quickly.
The 20 yard dumpster holds the contents of most 3 to 4 bedroom homes in a single load, eliminating the cost and delay of ordering a second container. For larger estates or hoarder cleanouts, ask about back-to-back scheduling.
Major Renovations & Remodels
Multi-room renovations, kitchen-and-bath combos, or full-floor remodels produce a mix of drywall, lumber, old cabinets, flooring, and fixtures that quickly overwhelm a 15 yard dumpster. The 20 yard gives contractors room to work through an entire phase without stopping to schedule a swap.
Contractor tip: Keep the dumpster close to your work area. Our drivers can place the 20 yard in your driveway, on the street (with permit), or even on a job site pad. Let us know your preferred placement when you book.
Demolition Projects
Tearing down a large deck, removing a shed, demolishing interior walls, or gutting a garage generates heavy, bulky debris that smaller dumpsters cannot handle efficiently. The 20 yard's 5.8-foot walls accommodate long lumber, plywood sheets, and stacked drywall without overflowing.
For full structural demolition projects, the demolition services team can handle the teardown and haul-away, or you can rent the dumpster and manage the demo yourself.
Storm Damage & Hurricane Cleanup
Jacksonville sits in a hurricane-prone zone, and severe storms can generate massive amounts of debris,downed tree branches, damaged fencing, waterlogged drywall, ruined flooring, and destroyed furniture. After a major storm, demand for dumpsters surges across Northeast Florida.
Storm season tip: If a hurricane or tropical storm is approaching, contact us early to reserve a 20 yard dumpster for post-storm cleanup. We prioritize existing reservations and can often deliver within 24 hours of roads being cleared. As a local company, we stay in Jacksonville through the storm,national brokers often pause service for days or weeks after major weather events.
15 Yard vs. 20 Yard Dumpster
The 15 yard and 20 yard are our two most popular sizes for mid-to-large projects in Jacksonville. They share the same 14' × 7.5' footprint,the 20 yard simply has taller walls (5.8' vs. 4.5'), which gives you 33% more capacity for only $50 more. The 15 yard includes a 1.5-ton weight allowance and the 20 yard includes a 2-ton weight allowance, both with a 5-day rental period.
Our recommendation after 2,000+ deliveries: If you are on the fence between 15 and 20 yards, size up. A second dumpster delivery costs far more than the $50 difference. The 20 yard is the right call for any project involving more than one room, construction debris, or an estate cleanout,and at $18.75/yard it is the best value per cubic yard we offer.
| Feature | 15 Yard | 20 Yard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 | $399 |
| Capacity | 15 cubic yards | 20 cubic yards |
| Dimensions | 14' × 7.5' × 4.5' | 14' × 7.5' × 5.8' |
| Weight Limit | 1.5 tons (3,000 lbs) | 2 tons (4,000 lbs) |
| Truck Load Equiv. | 5 loads | 7 loads |
| Cost per Yard | $21.67/yd | $18.75/yd |
| Best For | Single-room remodels, roofing | Whole-house, construction, demo |
Still not sure which size is right? Call us at (904) 240-5598,describe your project and we'll recommend the best size based on 10 years of experience delivering dumpsters to Jacksonville homes and job sites. You can also visit our dumpster size guide for a side-by-side comparison of all three sizes.
How to Rent a 20 Yard Dumpster
Renting a 20 yard dumpster from 904 Dumpster is a straightforward, four-step process. Most orders are confirmed within minutes, and same-day delivery is available when you book before noon.
Book Online or Call
Reserve your 20 yard dumpster through our online booking system or call (904) 240-5598. Tell us your delivery address, preferred drop-off date, and what type of debris you'll be loading. We'll confirm your reservation immediately.
We Deliver to Your Location
Our driver delivers the 20 yard dumpster to your driveway or job site, placing driveway protection boards underneath at no extra charge. We'll position the container exactly where you need it,rear door facing your work area for easy walk-in loading.
Fill It Up at Your Pace
You have 5 days to fill the dumpster. Load debris over the sides or walk it in through the rear swing door. Fill to the top of the walls,do not stack above the rim. Need extra time? Extensions are available for $15/day. Just call us before your rental period ends.
We Pick Up & Dispose
Call or text us when you're done loading (or we'll come on your scheduled pickup date). We haul the container to a licensed Jacksonville-area disposal facility. If your load is under 2 tons, you're all set,no additional charges. Done early? We'll pick up early at no penalty.
Why Jacksonville Chooses 904 Dumpster
The 20 yard is the contractor's choice in Jacksonville,and most of our contractor clients are repeat customers who switched from national providers. Why? Because when you need the largest residential dumpster for a major renovation, construction job, or estate cleanout, you need a company that shows up on time, places the container exactly where you need it, and doesn't pad the invoice with hidden fees.
We deliver 20 yard dumpsters throughout Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau counties,from the historic homes of Ortega and San Jose to the new construction in Nocatee and World Golf Village. Our drivers know the HOA rules in Ponte Vedra, the tight driveways of Riverside, and the street-placement permits required in the Beaches communities. We serve all major Jacksonville zip codes including 32246, 32225, 32250, 32210, 32205, 32207, 32216, and more.
20 Yard vs. Other Dumpster Sizes
20 Yard
5-day rental - 2 ton limit
- ✓ 7 pickup truck loads
Delivery Requirements for 20 Yard Dumpster
Real-world clearance guidelines for Jacksonville neighborhoods
Overhead Clearance
Requires 22 feet of vertical clearance for our roll-off trucks. Watch for low-hanging oak trees common in Jacksonville neighborhoods like Riverside and Avondale.
Approach Length
Needs 50 feet of straight-line approachfor our roll-off trucks to safely place the dumpster. Tight San Marco alleys? Call us, we'll find a solution.
Surface Protection
We provide driveway protection boards at no extra cost to prevent damage to your pavers, asphalt, or concrete. Standard on every delivery.
20 Yard Dumpster FAQs
How big is a 20 yard dumpster?
A 20 yard dumpster measures 14 feet long by 7.5 feet wide by 5.8 feet high. It holds 20 cubic yards of debris, equivalent to about 7 full-size pickup truck loads or 100 to 120 large contractor bags. The container has the same footprint as a 15-yard dumpster but stands roughly a foot taller, giving 33 percent more capacity.
How much does a 20 yard dumpster cost?
A 20 yard dumpster rental costs $399 at 904 Dumpster. National guides like Hometown Dumpster Rental put the same size between $350 and $650, so 904 Dumpster falls at the low end of market with no hidden add-ons. The flat rate covers delivery, a 5-day rental, pickup, and disposal of up to 2 tons. Overage above 2 tons is billed at $75 per additional ton.
What is the difference between a 15 and 20 yard dumpster?
The 15 yard dumpster measures 14 ft x 7.5 ft x 4.5 ft, holds 5 to 6 pickup truck loads, and costs $349 with a 1.5-ton weight allowance. The 20 yard dumpster measures 14 ft x 7.5 ft x 5.8 ft, holds 7 pickup truck loads, and costs $399 with a 2-ton weight allowance. Both have the same footprint, but the 20-yard is 1.3 feet taller, giving 33 percent more volume and more tonnage for only $50 more. Choose the 15-yard for roofing and single-room projects, and the 20-yard for multi-room renovations, whole-house cleanouts, and construction.
How much can a 20 yard dumpster hold?
A 20 yard dumpster holds 20 cubic yards of debris, equivalent to 7 pickup truck loads, 100 to 120 large contractor bags, or the debris from a whole-house renovation. It comfortably handles multi-room remodels, large deck demolitions, full-home estate cleanouts, and construction site cleanup. The 2-ton (4,000-pound) weight allowance covers most household and construction debris.
Will a 20 yard dumpster fit in my driveway?
Yes, in most cases. The 20 yard dumpster is 14 feet long and 7.5 feet wide, the same footprint as the 15-yard, so it fits in most standard two-car driveways. The main consideration is the 5.8-foot container height: the roll-off truck needs at least 14 feet of overhead clearance for safe placement. Watch for low-hanging tree branches and overhead wires.
What is the weight limit for a 20 yard dumpster?
The weight limit for a 20 yard dumpster at 904 Dumpster is 4,000 pounds, equal to 2 tons, included in the $399 flat rate. That is sufficient for most construction debris, furniture, and household items. Overage above 2 tons is billed at $75 per additional ton. Heavy materials like concrete, brick, and dirt hit the weight limit faster than bulky but lightweight items like furniture and drywall.
Helpful Resources
Residential Dumpster Rental
Dumpsters for homeowners & DIY projects
Dumpster Size Guide
Compare 10, 15, and 20 yard options
Prohibited Items
What you can't put in a dumpster
Pricing & Booking
View all sizes and book online
Junk Removal
We do the heavy lifting for you
Permit Guide
Jacksonville permit requirements
All FAQs
Answers to common questions
Concrete Disposal
Heavy debris & concrete removal
Service Areas
We deliver 20 yard dumpsters throughout the greater Jacksonville metro area, including these cities and communities in Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau counties.
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