30 Yard Dumpster · Fort Lauderdale, FL
30 Yard Dumpster Rental in Fort Lauderdale, FL
For projects that outgrow a standard remodel — whole-home renovations, larger demolition jobs and major storm cleanup — the 30 yard gives you real headroom.
- 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 licensed and insured for dumpster service across Florida.
- Locally OwnedA local Fort Lauderdale family business, based right here in Fort Lauderdale.
At a glance
30 Yard Dumpster specifications
- Dimensions22 ft x 7.5 ft x 6 ft
- Capacity9-12 pickup loads
- Weight included4-5 tons
- Rental period7 days standard, extend any time
- DeliverySame-day or next-day across Broward County
- PricingOne flat rate — delivery, pickup, disposal & tax
The 30 yard is where we send customers whose project has genuinely outgrown the 20 yard — a whole-home renovation rather than a single remodel, a larger demolition scope, or a major cleanout on a bigger property. It shares the same footprint as the 20 and 40 yard, so placement needs don't change; what you get with the 30 is meaningfully more capacity for a project generating real volume.
Given the region's CBS construction and hurricane exposure, common 30 yard bookings include larger renovation projects with heavy concrete and stucco debris, and major post-storm cleanups combining structural debris with yard waste after a significant weather event. If you're weighing between a 20 and a 30, err toward the 30 when the project spans the whole property rather than a section of it.
Right job, right box
What this size is built for
Ideal projects
- Whole-home renovation or major remodel
- Larger demolition or teardown scopes
- Major post-hurricane structural and yard debris cleanup
- Large commercial buildout or renovation debris
- Whole-property estate cleanouts
- New construction sites with substantial framing debris
- Major flooring and roofing combined tear-out
- Multi-phase renovation projects needing extra capacity
Pick a different size if…
- Small single-room projects — this size is overkill and less cost-effective
- Jobs with limited driveway or lot placement space
- Standard remodels that fit comfortably in a 20 yard
- Light yard-waste-only jobs better suited to a 10 or 15
- One-off furniture or appliance removal — junk removal is faster
Not sure? Call (754) 354-3921 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 |
|---|---|
| A whole-home renovation's mixed debris | Fits comfortably for most average-size homes |
| Major storm damage — structural and yard debris combined | Fits well for a typical residential lot |
| A large commercial demolition scope | Fits for moderate commercial spaces — call to confirm for larger sites |
| Combined roofing and flooring tear-out | Fits comfortably in most cases |
| A full estate cleanout across an entire property | Typically fits in one container |
| A pickup truck load of debris, repeated many times | Roughly 9-12 loads' worth of capacity |
When a project has outgrown the 20 yard
If your project covers the whole home rather than a couple of rooms — a full gut renovation, a major addition, or a demolition scope beyond standard remodel debris — the 30 yard gives you the room to actually finish the job in one container instead of scheduling a swap partway through.
Major storm and hurricane cleanup
After a significant hurricane or tropical storm, properties with serious wind or flood damage often generate a mix of structural debris, damaged furniture, and yard waste all at once. The 30 yard's extra capacity handles that combined volume well. See our storm surge and flood debris guide for what to expect with water-damaged material specifically.
Larger renovation and demolition jobs
Whole-home renovations generating dense CBS debris — block, stucco, tile — benefit from the 30 yard's higher weight allowance alongside its extra volume. It's also a common pick for larger commercial demolition scopes. Our CBS debris guide covers how that density factors into sizing.
Side by side
Compare with the other sizes
| Size | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Holds About | Weight Allowance | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Yard Dumpster | 14 ft x 7.5 ft x 3.5 ft | 3-4 pickup loads | 1-2 tons | Small cleanouts, single rooms, roofing, concrete |
| 15 Yard Dumpster | 16 ft x 7.5 ft x 4.5 ft | 5-6 pickup loads | 2-3 tons | Garage clearouts, small remodels, yard-waste debris |
| 20 Yard Dumpster | 22 ft x 7.5 ft x 4.5 ft | 6-8 pickup loads | 3-4 tons | Whole-home cleanouts, roof tear-offs, remodels |
| 30 Yard Dumpster | 22 ft x 7.5 ft x 6 ft | 9-12 pickup loads | 4-5 tons | Large remodels, construction, estate clearances |
| 40 Yard Dumpster | 22 ft x 7.5 ft x 8 ft | 12-16 pickup loads | 5-6 tons | Commercial jobs, demolition, big builds |
Book a 30 yard dumpster in Fort Lauderdale
Call (754) 354-3921 for a flat rate and a delivery slot — often the same day.
Answers
30 Yard Dumpster — frequently asked questions
How do I know if I need a 30 yard instead of a 20?
If your project spans the whole property rather than a section of it — a full renovation, major demolition, or large storm cleanup — the 30 gives you enough room to finish in one container. Describe the scope and we'll confirm.
Does the 30 yard need more driveway space than the 20?
No — it shares the same footprint as the 20 and 40 yard. The difference is height and capacity, not the ground space it takes up.
Is the 30 yard good for major hurricane debris cleanup?
Yes, especially when structural damage and yard debris need to be cleared together after a significant storm. See our hurricane cleanup guide for more.
Can the 30 yard handle heavy CBS demolition debris?
Yes — its weight allowance is built for denser loads like concrete block and stucco, which is common in Broward County renovation and demolition work.
What if I'm not sure between the 30 and 40 yard?
Call and describe the total scope of the job — square footage, number of rooms or the size of the demolition — and we'll recommend based on what similar projects have actually needed.
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Local & Official Resources
Rules, fees and hours are set by these agencies, not by us, and they change. Always go straight to the source:
- City of Fort Lauderdale — right-of-way, permits and city services
- Broward County Government — solid waste, recycling and household hazardous waste
- Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection (FDEP) -- Solid Waste — Florida solid waste and recycling regulation
- Sunshine 811 (call 811 before you dig) — call 811 before any digging or footing work
- Florida Dept. of Transportation (FDOT) — FDOT road and right-of-way information