Dumpster Rentals for Roofing Tear-Offs
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Enter Your Roof Size
Squares • Material • Layers
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Get the Right Bin Mix
12 / 17 / 21-yard options
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Book Online or Call
Same-day / next-day delivery
Roof Tear-Off Dumpster Calculator
Add-ons priced for 3 days with a dumpster rental.
Driveway Protection Included
We protect the homeowner’s concrete & asphalt on every drop-off.
Transparent Overage Pricing
$70/ton. No surprise weight fees.
Local, On-Time Delivery
Same-day & next-day service across West Michigan.
Easy Swap-Outs
Multi-bin roofing jobs handled without delays.
Roofing Add-Ons
Equipter 2000 & PolyJohn available.
Heads up: Roofing debris is bulky + heavy — our estimator includes a buffer to reduce overflow risk.
Most Common Roofing Jobs
Use this quick reference if you just need a ballpark. The calculator above is best for exact sizing (material + layers + add-ons).
| Job Size (Squares / Layers) | Typical Recommendation | Notes |
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| 1–20 Squares / 1 Layer | 12-Yard | Small repairs, garages, sheds. Great for light tear-offs. |
| 21–30 Squares / 1 Layer | 17-Yard | Most common roofer setup. Good height + capacity balance. |
| 10–15 Squares / 2 Layers | 21-Yard (or 17-yard + swap) | Double-layer gets bulky fast — plan for volume. |
| 20–30 Squares / 2 Layers | 2 dumpsters (21 + 12 or 21 + 17) | Multi-bin jobs often swap on different days. |
| Any size / Tile or Heavy Materials | 12-Yard (weight-limited) | Tile is heavy. Weight limits matter more than volume. |
Tip: If your last load won’t be full, dropping to a smaller bin can save money (our calculator does this automatically).
Dumpster Size Guide for Roofing
12-Yard Dumpster
Best for small jobs
- Small tear-offs, repairs, garages, sheds
- Great as a “last bin” to finish the job without overpaying
- Easy fit on tighter driveways (with driveway protection)
17-Yard Dumpster
Most Popular for Roofing
- Height + capacity sweet spot for roofing debris
- Ideal for most single-layer tear-offs
- Great option when you want fewer swap-outs
21-Yard Dumpster
Best for bigger tear-offs
- Larger roofs, heavier materials, fewer swap-outs
- Strong choice for 2-layer jobs (often paired with a smaller last bin)
Roofing Dumpster Rental FAQs
Roofing debris is heavy and bulky. The right size depends on the number of squares, roofing material, and layers. Use the estimator above—it factors in material weight, volume, layers, and a safety buffer to reduce overflow risk.
Real jobs never load perfectly—tear-offs vary, shingles fluff up, and bins fill faster than expected. Our estimator adds a job buffer and uses conservative capacity assumptions to help prevent overflow, delays, and surprise overages.
Overage is simple and transparent: $70 per ton beyond the included tonnage. The calculator shows estimated tons so you can plan ahead.
Yes. Multi-bin roofing jobs are common, and dumpsters may arrive on different days. The estimator recommends a cost-effective mix of 12, 17, and 21-yard bins and accounts for partial last loads when it can save money.
The 17-yard size is a roofing sweet spot—good height for bulky shingles, balanced capacity, and an easy fit for most driveways. It’s a common go-to for single-layer tear-offs and re-roofs.
Yes—driveway protection is included with every dumpster rental. This helps protect the homeowner’s concrete and asphalt and keeps your jobsite professional.
Yes. Add-ons are available right in the estimator: Equipter 2000 (great for tear-offs and debris control) and PolyJohn (jobsite-ready convenience). Add-on pricing shown assumes a 3-day rental with a dumpster rental.
Base pricing includes up to 3 days per bin, which covers most roofing jobs. Same-day and next-day delivery are often available—call if timing is tight and we’ll coordinate around your schedule.