Concrete, dirt, and mixed construction debris are heavy, and heavy materials burn through a weight allowance fast even in a container that still looks half-empty. We help contractors pick a size based on what is actually going in it, not just square footage.
Concrete, brick, block, dirt and shingles are heavy. A cubic yard of concrete can weigh around 2 tons. For dense material, ask whether a separate container makes more sense than one big mixed container.
Placing a dumpster on the street or sidewalk goes through Buffalo’s right-of-way work permit with the Department of Public Works. Building permits are separate and go through Permit & Inspection Services and the city’s ePermits portal. Contractors should confirm both before the job starts.
The median home in Buffalo was built in 1938, and plaster, lath, old lumber and masonry weigh more than modern materials. Homes built before 1978 may contain lead paint, so ask your contractor about lead-safe work practices, and tell us what is coming out.
| Size | Dimensions | Included weight | Typical price | Holds about | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Yard | 12 ft L x 8 ft W x 3.5 ft H | 1-2 tons | About $250 | 50-70 trash bags | Single-room cleanouts, small bathroom demos, modest yard cleanups |
| 20 Yard | 22 ft L x 8 ft W x 4.5 ft H | 2-4 tons | $400-$550 | 90-130 trash bags | Whole-home cleanouts, kitchen remodels, roof tear-offs |
| 30 Yard | 22 ft L x 8 ft W x 6 ft H | 3-5 tons | $500-$650 | 130-180 trash bags | Large remodels, estate cleanouts, small commercial jobs |
| 40 Yard | 22 ft L x 8 ft W x 8 ft H | 4-6 tons | $650-$800 | 180-250 trash bags | New construction, major demolition, commercial buildouts |
Prices are typical ranges and vary by location, debris type and rental length. Heavy material such as concrete or dirt reaches the weight allowance faster than its volume suggests. Call (716) 415-6801 for an exact quote.
Yes, but heavy materials like concrete and dirt should usually go in a dedicated heavy-debris container with a lower fill line, since they hit the weight allowance long before the container looks full.
Most active job sites use a 20 or 30-yard for mixed construction debris. Larger demolition or new-build projects often call for a 40-yard.
Yes. We can set up a recurring swap schedule so a full container gets exchanged for an empty one on a set timeline, keeping the site clear without you calling for every pickup.
No. They are separate. A dumpster on the street or sidewalk needs Buffalo’s right-of-way work permit through the Department of Public Works. Building permits go through Permit & Inspection Services and the ePermits portal.
Tell us the materials before delivery, ask about a separate container for dense material such as concrete or dirt, never load above the walls, and ask for the landfill weight ticket if a bill looks wrong.
Address: 89 White Street, Buffalo, NY 14224
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Phone: (716) 415-6801
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