What size dumpster do I need?
For most Central Ohio home projects, a 5-yard dumpster (1,500 lbs, from $179) handles small cleanouts and single-room renovations, while a 7-yard (2,000 lbs, from $209) fits whole-home cleanouts and larger remodels. When you are unsure, size up — an extra dump costs more than the price gap between sizes.
Book a dumpster online →When a 5-yard dumpster is enough
Choose the 5-yard for smaller, focused jobs where you will not generate a huge volume of debris.
- Single-room renovation (bathroom, small kitchen)
- Garage or basement decluttering
- Small landscaping or yard cleanup
- Moving and downsizing purges
When to step up to a 7-yard
Choose the 7-yard when the project spans multiple rooms or the whole house.
- Whole-home or estate cleanout
- Kitchen or multi-room remodel
- Large garage/basement clear-out
- Construction debris from a small remodeling job
Do not forget weight
Size is about volume, but weight matters too. The 5-yard includes 1,500 lbs and the 7-yard includes 2,000 lbs, with overage at $30 per 1,000 lbs. Dense debris (concrete, brick, dirt, tile) adds up fast — if your load is heavy, the included weight, not the volume, is usually the limiting factor.
Still not sure?
When you are on the fence, go bigger. An extra dump during your rental costs 75% of the rental price, which is typically more than the difference between the 5-yard and 7-yard. Text (614) 404-0071 with your project and we will recommend a size.
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