20 cubic yards
20 Yard Dumpster Rental in Marietta, GA
The size most Marietta-area projects land on — full renovations, storm-damage roofs and whole-house cleanouts.
- Licensed & insured
- Same-day in Marietta
- Flat-rate pricing
- All 16 area communities
- Dimensionsabout 22 ft long x 7.5 ft wide x 4.5 ft high
- Holdsabout 110-130 kitchen-size trash bags
- Weight included3-4 tons
- Space neededabout 34 feet of clear, level driveway run
The 20 yard container in Marietta, GA
The 20 yard is the container we deliver most often across Cobb County and the surrounding towns, and for good reason — it is the size that comfortably absorbs a full storm-damage roof replacement, a whole-floor renovation, or a three-to-four bedroom house cleanout without the tonnage math getting tight the way it can on a 15 yard. If you are not sure which size to book and the job is anything larger than a garage cleanout or a single-room remodel, this is usually the safe default we recommend on the phone.
It is also the container that best balances volume and weight for mixed-material jobs — a renovation that generates drywall, flooring, cabinetry and some framing lumber all in one load, for example. The extra length compared to the 15 yard means it needs a longer clear driveway run, which is worth confirming before delivery day, but on most standard Marietta-area lots it fits without difficulty.
What actually fills a 20 yard
Full roof replacements after hail or wind damage are one of the most common loads — a typical 25-30 square asphalt shingle roof generates enough weight and volume to make the 20 yard the right first call rather than the 15. Whole-floor renovations, where a kitchen, living area and adjacent rooms are gutted together, also fit comfortably, combining cabinetry, flooring, drywall and trim in a single container.
Three-to-four bedroom house cleanouts — clearing out a home ahead of a sale, after a move, or during an estate situation — are another steady use. These loads are typically bulky rather than dense, which plays to the 20 yard's strength: enough volume to take a full house's worth of furniture and boxes in one haul, with weight allowance to spare unless the load includes a lot of dense material like old appliances or tile.
Real Marietta-area projects
After spring thunderstorm and hail events, we see a steady run of 20 yard deliveries across Marietta, Kennesaw and Woodstock for full roof tear-offs and replacements — the size handles a standard suburban roofline's worth of shingles without hitting the weight cap early. In Smyrna and Vinings, whole-floor kitchen and living space renovations are the typical driver, particularly in the wave of homes being updated closer to the Battery and Truist Park corridor.
Estate cleanouts and pre-sale whole-house clearouts are common across Cobb and Cherokee counties alike, from older homes near Marietta Square to newer subdivisions in Acworth and Canton. For construction-adjacent commercial work tied to the ongoing activity around the Lockheed Martin campus and nearby industrial corridors, the 20 yard is also a frequent choice for interior office or facility cleanouts.
Common mistakes with this size
The most common mistake is assuming the 20 yard is always the safe, one-size-fits-all answer regardless of material. It is a strong general-purpose size, but a load that is mostly concrete, brick or tile can hit the weight allowance well before the box looks full — in that case a 10 yard, possibly two trips, is often the more cost-effective route. Describe the material mix honestly and we will tell you if a smaller, weight-focused size actually makes more sense.
The other mistake is underestimating roof size. A 30-square roof is a reasonable fit; a 40-square roof on a larger two-story home can push past what the 20 yard comfortably handles, especially with multiple layers of old shingles (a tear-off down to the deck on an older home). If your roof is large or has more than one layer, mention it and we will talk through whether the 30 yard is the better call.
Capacity
What actually fits in a 20 yard container
Rough working figures. Weight, not volume, is what stops most loads.
| Material | How much fits |
|---|---|
| Roofing shingles (25-30 squares, single layer) | fits comfortably with the weight allowance intact |
| Whole-floor kitchen and living space renovation | fits most standard-size single-floor projects |
| Three to four bedroom house cleanout | fits a typical whole-house furniture and box load |
| Carpet and padding removal (whole house) | fits comfortably, carpet is bulky but not especially heavy |
| Old deck or fence removal at larger scale | fits combined with other renovation debris |
| Cabinetry, flooring and drywall from a remodel | fits a standard single-floor renovation's worth |
Suitability
Is the 20 yard the right size for you?
Choose the 20 yard for
- Full storm-damage roof replacements
- Whole-floor or full kitchen renovations
- Three to four bedroom house cleanouts
- Estate cleanouts and pre-sale clearouts
- Mixed-material renovation debris
Pick a different size for
- Small, dense loads like a driveway concrete tear-out alone
- Whole-home gut renovations on larger houses
- Tight lots without a long, straight driveway approach
Placing a 20 yard container on a Marietta-area property
Most standard Marietta-area driveways handle the 20 yard without issue, but its extra length means we ask for about 34 feet of clear, level run — noticeably more than the 10 or 15 yard needs. Homes on curved driveways, corner lots near the Square, or streets with limited off-street parking should mention the layout when booking so we can confirm the truck has a straight enough approach for the hoist.
Compare
Every size side by side
| Size | Dimensions | Capacity | Weight included | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Yard Dumpster | about 14 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 3.5 ft high | about 50-70 kitchen-size trash bags | 1-2 tons | Small home projects, roofing debris, concrete and dirt. |
| 15 Yard Dumpster | about 16 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4.5 ft high | about 80-100 kitchen-size trash bags | 2-3 tons | Garage cleanouts, flooring removal and yard waste. |
| 20 Yard Dumpster | about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4.5 ft high | about 110-130 kitchen-size trash bags | 3-4 tons | Medium renovations, roofing jobs and large cleanouts. |
| 30 Yard Dumpster | about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 6 ft high | about 170-190 kitchen-size trash bags | 4-5 tons | Multi-room remodels and estate cleanouts. |
| 40 Yard Dumpster | about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 8 ft high | about 230-250 kitchen-size trash bags | 5-6 tons | Commercial projects and major demolition work. |
Not quite right?
- 15 Yard Dumpster — the next size smaller
- 30 Yard Dumpster — the next size larger
- Compare all five sizes
- Read the full Marietta sizing guide
Talk to a real person
Book a 20 yard dumpster in Marietta
Call (678) 855-8935. Tell us the material and the town, and you will get a flat price and a delivery window on the same call.
Mon–Sat 7:00am – 7:00pm
Answers
20 Yard Dumpster — questions we get asked
Is the 20 yard the right size for a roof replacement?
For most standard suburban roofs — roughly 25-30 squares, single layer — yes. Larger or multi-layer tear-offs may need the 30 yard. Tell us the roof size and number of layers and we will confirm.
How many bedrooms' worth of cleanout fits in a 20 yard?
A typical three-to-four bedroom home's furniture, boxes and general contents fit in one 20 yard, assuming the load is more bulky than dense. Homes with a lot of old appliances or heavy furniture may need to watch the weight allowance more closely.
Why not just always book the 20 yard to be safe?
It is a strong general-purpose choice, but for a small, dense job like a driveway concrete tear-out, you would pay for volume you never use while still risking hitting the weight cap early. Describe the material and we will confirm whether it is the right fit or overkill.
How much space does a 20 yard need on my driveway?
About 34 feet of clear, level run, roughly 10 to 12 feet of width, and 23 to 25 feet of overhead clearance for the hoist arm. It is longer than the 10 or 15 yard, so a straight approach matters more.
Service area
20 Yard Dumpster delivered across the Marietta area
We run roll-off containers out of our 115 Davis Cir SW yard to all sixteen communities we cover across greater Marietta — Marietta, Smyrna and Kennesaw close to the yard, and towns across Cherokee, Paulding, Bartow and Douglas counties farther out. Marietta and the closest towns are usually same-day; the farther edges of the service area are next-day. If your town is not listed, call anyway. We likely still get there.