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How Big of a Dumpster Do I Need for a Deck?

Published May 26, 2023 · Fleetwood Waste

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A deck-removal project needs a disposal plan based on the material, loose volume and access at your home. Choose the waste stream before deciding on container size; deck area alone does not establish the required bin or permitted weight.

Start with the deck materials

Tell Fleetwood whether you have untreated lumber, painted or treated wood, composite decking, metal rails, concrete footings or other materials. Acceptance and recycling arrangements differ. Keep concrete and soil separate from wood and mixed renovation debris, and flag coatings or contamination before booking.

Compare suitable mixed-waste bins

For approved mixed deck-removal debris, Fleetwood offers 10-, 20-, 30- and 40-yard dumpsters. The 10-yard dumpster is approximately 10 x 8.5 x 4 feet; the 20-yard is 18 x 8.5 x 4 feet; the 30-yard is 18 x 8.5 x 6 feet; and the 40-yard is 20 x 8.5 x 7.5 feet. These are approximate container dimensions; confirm truck access and placement clearance separately.

A small project may suit a smaller dumpster, while larger or bulky loads may need more volume or planned exchanges. Describe the loose pile, long boards and every material rather than relying on a fixed deck-area threshold. Compare the six Fleetwood bin options and ask the team to confirm the arrangement.

Arrange a separate container for heavy material

Concrete footings, dirt and other dense material need a suitable separate rock box and confirmed loading instructions. Fleetwood’s 8- and 10-yard rock boxes are designed for approved heavy loads. A larger mixed-waste dumpster is not a substitute for the correct heavy-material container.

Plan the delivery and loading

  • Provide the delivery city and placement address.
  • Measure the proposed space and identify overhead obstacles, gates and driveway limitations.
  • Confirm whether any municipal permission is required for the placement.
  • Follow the agreed loading line and weight requirements; keep the pickup route clear.
  • Discuss a revised pickup date before keeping the container longer.

Confirm the quote before booking

Mixed-waste bins include five days. Rock boxes used for dirt or concrete include three days. Your written quote confirms the material, included weight, rental timing, extension charges and any applicable fees. Enter your email and delivery city to view city pricing, or request a deck-removal quote.

Confirm your Fleetwood rental

Rock boxes used for dirt or concrete include three days. Mixed-waste bins include five days. Contact Fleetwood before the agreed pickup if you need an extension, and confirm the additional-day charge and revised collection date in your written quote.

Pricing depends on your delivery city, bin, material and load. Confirm the included weight, loading limits and any applicable charges before booking. Drywall requires a separate drywall-only bin; concrete and dirt require a suitable separate container.

View pricing for your city or request a written quote.

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