22′ L × 7.5′ W × 8′ H · 5 tons · 7 days
40 Yard Dumpster Rental in Denton, Texas
Our largest roll-off, built for major demolitions, new construction and large commercial projects. 5 tons and 7 days included.
Talk to the team that drives the truck(940) 251-7472
- Exact all-in price by phone
- Our own trucks and drivers
- 5 tons included
What fits in a 40-yard dumpster?
A 40-yard dumpster holds about 12 to 16 pickup-truck loads. Its 8-foot walls are too tall to throw debris over by hand, so it suits jobs loaded by a crew or a skid steer rather than a homeowner working alone.
Typical jobs that fit:
- Demolition of a garage, barn or outbuilding (no concrete)
- New-construction framing scrap, sheathing and packaging for a whole house
- A commercial interior tear-out: ceilings, partitions, carpet and fixtures
- A large single-layer roof, about 40 squares
Examples are typical, not guaranteed. Bulky items like sofas leave gaps, so they take more room than their size suggests.
| Outside size | 22′ L × 7.5′ W × 8′ H |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 40 cubic yards (1080 cubic feet) |
| Weight included | 5 tons (10,000 lb) |
| Over the limit | $75 per ton, by the exact pound |
| Rental period | 7 days, then $25 per extra day |
| Spot you need | about 22 × 7.5 ft, plus truck approach |
| Heavy debris | Not allowed: concrete, dirt, brick and sand go in our 10 or 15-yard |
| Delivery and pickup | Included. Book by 3 PM for next-day delivery, 7 AM–5 PM |
How much can a 40-yard dumpster hold before it's overweight?
A 40-yard dumpster includes 5 tons, or 10,000 pounds, the most of any size we haul. That covers about 40 squares of single-layer shingles at 80-pound bundles, since 40 × 240 pounds is 9,600 pounds. Bulky framing scrap and packaging rarely reach 5 tons.
Demolition debris is where a 40-yard gets heavy: plaster, tile and wet drywall fill the tons before the space. At 5.6 tons net, you pay for 0.6 tons, or 1,200 pounds: $45 at $75 per ton. Concrete, dirt, brick and sand aren't allowed in the 40-yard; they go in a 10 or 15-yard filled halfway.
See how dumpster weight is billed for the scale ticket explained line by line.
Example scale ticket
Where can a 40-yard dumpster go?
A 40-yard dumpster needs a hard, level spot about 22 feet long and 7.5 feet wide, the same footprint as a 20 or 30-yard. At 8 feet tall it needs the most overhead room of any size, so check for low wires and branches above the drop spot and the truck path.
Our drivers set wooden boards under the steel rails so the dumpster doesn't crack or scratch concrete or asphalt. Keep it off septic lids, sprinkler heads and soft grass. Street placement may need a city permit; the driveway placement guide covers both.
Is the 40-yard too small or too big for my job?
Choose the 30-yard if the job is a residential addition or a full house cleanout; its 6-foot walls are easier to load by hand and it includes 4 tons. Stay with the 40-yard for demolition, new construction and commercial jobs where a crew or machine does the loading.
What's included with every 40-yard rental?
Delivery, pickup, 7 days and 5 tons come with the 40-yard. After that: $25 per extra day, $75 per ton over, $50 per tire, mattress or Freon appliance, and $125 if the truck can't reach the spot. Full details are on the dumpster rental cost guide.
What's included
Delivery, pickup, 7 days and 5 tons included in the 40-yard. Extra days are $25 each.
How weight is billed
$75 per ton over the limit, charged by the exact pound. The scale ticket comes with your invoice.
Weight & billing →Where it goes
Driveway or street. Our drivers set boards under the rails to protect concrete and asphalt.
Placement guide →What can't go in
No hazardous chemicals, wet paint or batteries. Tires, mattresses and Freon appliances are $50 each.
Full item list →FAQ
40-yard dumpster questions
How many tons does a 40-yard dumpster hold?
The 40-yard rental includes 5 tons. Weight beyond that is $75 per ton, charged by the exact pound from the landfill scale ticket.
How big is a 40-yard dumpster?
The 40-yard is about 22 feet long, 7.5 feet wide and 8 feet tall on the outside, and holds about 12 to 16 pickup-truck loads.
Can I put concrete in a 40-yard dumpster?
Concrete, dirt, brick and sand aren't allowed in the 40-yard. Heavy debris goes in our 10 or 15-yard dumpsters, filled halfway.
Is a 40-yard dumpster good for a house cleanout?
Most house cleanouts fit a 20 or 30-yard. The 40-yard's 8-foot walls are hard to load by hand, so it's best for crews and machine loading.
How long can I keep a 40-yard dumpster?
Seven days are included and each extra day is $25. On long jobs, swaps keep the site clear and reset the 5 included tons.
Book your 40-yard dumpster
Tell us the address and the debris. We'll confirm the 40-yard fits the job and give you the exact all-in price before we dispatch.