30 Yard Dumpster · Buffalo, NY
30 Yard Dumpster Rental in Buffalo, NY
Sized for new construction and major cleanouts, the 30 yard is the roll-off we deliver most to the growing subdivisions in Clarence and Orchard Park.
- Same-day & next-day delivery
- Flat-rate, all-in pricing
- Driveway protection included
- Same-Day DeliveryCall before noon and we can usually be there today.
- Flat-Rate PricingDelivery, pickup, disposal and tax quoted up front.
- Licensed & InsuredFully insured and licensed to haul in New York.
- Locally OwnedLocally owned and operated, based right here in Buffalo.
At a glance
30 Yard Dumpster specifications
- Dimensions22 ft × 8 ft × 6 ft
- Capacity9–12 pickup loads
- Weight included4–5 tons
- Rental period7 days standard, extend any time
- DeliverySame-day or next-day across Erie County
- PricingOne flat rate — delivery, pickup, disposal & tax
The 30 yard dumpster is about 22 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 6 feet tall — the same footprint as our 20 yard but a foot and a half taller, which brings capacity up to roughly nine to twelve pickup-truck loads. That added height is what makes this size work for new construction and major whole-property cleanouts, where volume adds up fast but driveway or lot space for the container itself is often limited.
We deliver a lot of these to new-construction sites in the newer subdivisions of Clarence and Orchard Park, where farmland has been filling in with custom homes for decades, and to farmhouse and rural properties doing a full whole-home cleanout out toward East Aurora and Springville. If you're still weighing this against the 20 yard, call (716) 274-8073 and tell us the scope.
Right job, right box
What this size is built for
Ideal projects
- New home construction debris
- Whole-property storm debris cleanup
- Major home addition or full renovation
- Large estate or whole-home cleanout
- Farmhouse cleanout with a barn or outbuildings
- Multi-room gut renovation
- Large-scale landscaping or land-clearing debris
- Combined roofing and siding replacement
Pick a different size if…
- Single-room remodel (10 or 15 yard is plenty)
- Light yard cleanup after routine trimming
- A small downsize or move-out purge
- A small garage or attic cleanout
- Sites without roughly 22 feet of clear, level access
Not sure? Call (716) 274-8073 and describe what you are looking at. We would rather sell you a smaller container than have you pay for space you do not use.
Capacity in real terms
How much actually fits
| What you're loading | How it fits in a 30 yard dumpster |
|---|---|
| Framing and packaging waste from new-home construction | Lumber offcuts and packaging nest efficiently in the extra height. |
| Whole-property storm debris | Downed trees, fencing, and storm-damaged material from a full lot. |
| A full-home gut renovation | Drywall, flooring, cabinetry, and fixtures from multiple rooms at once. |
| A large estate cleanout | Furniture and belongings from an entire multi-bedroom home. |
| A farmhouse cleanout with an outbuilding | House contents plus tools and equipment from a barn or garage. |
| Combined roofing and siding tear-off | Shingles and siding panels from a full exterior renovation. |
What Fits in a 30 Yard Dumpster
At nine to twelve truck loads, the 30 yard is built for volume rather than single-room jobs. It comfortably holds framing lumber and packaging waste from new-home construction, a full-home gut renovation across multiple rooms, or a whole-property cleanout where furniture and belongings from an entire house need to move at once. The extra height over the 20 yard means bulky items — full sheets of drywall, longer lumber, or large furniture pieces — load more efficiently without hanging over the rim.
The accepted-materials list is the same as every other size: wood, drywall, tile, flooring, furniture, household clutter, yard clippings, roofing shingles, and small appliances are fine, while paint, solvents, oils, tires, batteries, hazardous chemicals, propane tanks, and medical waste are not. One thing worth flagging at this size specifically: dense material like concrete, brick, or masonry debris can hit the weight allowance well before the box looks full, so if that's a meaningful part of your job, check our concrete and heavy debris page or just mention it when you call (716) 274-8073.
New Construction in Clarence and Orchard Park
Much of Clarence outside the historic hollow area was working farmland well into the late 20th century, and that same growth pattern has continued in Orchard Park and other outer Erie County towns, where custom homes and new subdivisions keep filling in what used to be open fields. A 30 yard is the size we deliver most often to active build sites in these areas. Framing offcuts, packaging from windows, doors, and fixtures, and general job-site waste all accumulate fast on a new build, and having one large container on site beats hauling smaller loads throughout the project.
For ongoing construction projects, our construction dumpster rental service is built around exactly this — a container that stays on site for the length of a phase. Before a large container goes in near existing utility lines on a new lot, it's worth having lines marked — Dig Safely New York handles utility locate requests statewide at 811, free of charge, before any digging or heavy placement work begins.
Major Storm Debris and Whole-Property Cleanups
After a severe lake-effect snow event or ice storm, some properties need more than a 20 yard can hold — multiple downed trees, extensive fence damage, or a genuinely large cleanup across a bigger lot. The 30 yard gives enough capacity to clear a whole property in one container rather than scheduling multiple pickups during a period when demand across Erie County is already high and crews are booked out.
It's also the size we recommend for a full whole-home cleanout — clearing an entire house of furniture and belongings at once, whether that's ahead of a sale, following an estate situation, or as part of a major renovation that touches nearly every room. This comes up often on the farmhouse properties out past Springville and East Aurora, where a rural cleanout can involve a full house plus a barn or garage. Whatever the trigger, call (716) 274-8073 and we'll confirm the 30 yard is the right call for your property before it's delivered.
30 Yard or 40 Yard — Making the Call
The 30 and 40 yard share the same 22-by-8-foot footprint, so the decision usually comes down to volume rather than available space. If you're looking at a single new-construction phase, one whole-home cleanout, or a major storm cleanup on a standard residential lot, the 30 yard is typically enough and there's no benefit to paying for extra height you won't fill. If you're demolishing a structure, clearing a commercial site, or the project spans multiple buildings or a genuinely large rural property, the 40 yard's extra 2 feet of height adds meaningful room without needing a second delivery partway through.
Access matters at this size too — both containers need a clear, level area roughly 22 feet long with overhead clearance for delivery, and winter conditions can affect that access more than people expect once snow starts piling up along a driveway edge. Call (716) 274-8073 and we'll talk through your site access along with the volume of the job, so the container that shows up actually fits both your driveway and your project.
Side by side
Compare with the other sizes
| Size | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Holds About | Weight Allowance | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Yard Dumpster | 12 ft × 8 ft × 3.5 ft | 2–3 pickup loads | 1–2 tons | Small cleanouts, single rooms, concrete |
| 15 Yard Dumpster | 16 ft × 8 ft × 4 ft | 4–5 pickup loads | 2–3 tons | Garage clearouts, small remodels, decks |
| 20 Yard Dumpster | 22 ft × 8 ft × 4.5 ft | 6–8 pickup loads | 3–4 tons | Whole-home cleanouts, roof tear-offs, kitchens |
| 30 Yard Dumpster | 22 ft × 8 ft × 6 ft | 9–12 pickup loads | 4–5 tons | Large remodels, construction, estate clearances |
| 40 Yard Dumpster | 22 ft × 8 ft × 8 ft | 14–16 pickup loads | 5–6 tons | Commercial jobs, bulky light debris, big builds |
Book a 30 yard dumpster in Buffalo
Call (716) 274-8073 for a flat rate and a delivery slot — often the same day.
Answers
30 Yard Dumpster — frequently asked questions
Is the 30 yard mainly for construction, or does it work for cleanouts too?
Both. It's our most common size for new-construction sites in Clarence and Orchard Park, but it's equally suited to a whole-home cleanout, a major storm debris haul, or a full-property renovation. The deciding factor is volume — if a project would fill more than one 20 yard, the 30 yard usually makes more sense than a second delivery.
How much space do I need for a 30 yard dumpster delivery?
Plan on a clear, level area roughly 22 feet long and 8 feet wide, plus overhead clearance for our delivery truck. Driveways, construction sites, and rural properties all work. Call (716) 274-8073 and describe your site — we can tell you quickly whether it's a straightforward drop or needs a bit of planning.
Does concrete or masonry debris fit in the weight allowance?
Small amounts are fine, but concrete, brick, and masonry are dense enough to hit a weight allowance well before the box looks full. If a meaningful part of your job is heavy debris like that, mention it when you call (716) 274-8073 — we may recommend pairing it with our concrete and heavy debris service instead.
Do I need a permit for a 30 yard dumpster on a new-construction lot?
Not on private property. If the container needs to sit on a public street or right-of-way, check with the City of Buffalo or your local town hall on a temporary placement permit first. On an active build site, it's also worth having utility lines marked through Dig Safely New York before any digging near the placement area.
How long can I keep a 30 yard dumpster on a construction site?
The standard rental period is 7 days, but ongoing construction projects routinely need longer. Extensions are available on request — just call (716) 274-8073 and we'll work out a timeline that matches your build schedule, including scheduled swap-outs if the container fills before the phase wraps up.
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Local & Official Resources
We are a private hauler, not a government agency. For rules, fees and hours, always go straight to the source:
- City of Buffalo — permits, right-of-way and city services
- Erie County — county services and household hazardous waste
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) — New York solid waste and recycling regulation
- Dig Safely New York (call 811 before you dig) — call 811 before any digging or footing work
- New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) — NYSDOT road and right-of-way information