10 Yard Dumpster · Alexandria, VA
10 Yard Dumpster Rental in Alexandria, VA
Our smallest container — the right pick for a single room, a small garage clear-out, or a tight in-town driveway.
- 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 Virginia.
- Locally BasedBased right here in Alexandria, serving all of Northern Virginia.
At a glance
10 Yard Dumpster specifications
- Dimensions14 ft x 7.5 ft x 3.5 ft
- Capacity3-4 pickup loads
- Weight included1-2 tons
- Rental period7 days standard, extend any time
- DeliverySame-day or next-day across Alexandria & Northern Virginia
- PricingOne flat rate — delivery, pickup, disposal & tax
The 10 yard dumpster is the smallest container we carry, and it's the right fit for jobs that don't need a lot of volume — a single-room decluttering, a small bathroom tear-out, or clearing out a shed. It's also the easiest size to fit on a tight, narrow driveway in Old Town or Del Ray.
Right job, right box
What this size is built for
Ideal projects
- Single-room decluttering
- Small bathroom tear-out
- Garage or shed cleanout
- Small deck removal
- Minor landscaping debris
Pick a different size if…
- Whole-home cleanout
- Kitchen remodel
- New-construction debris
- Roofing tear-off over ~15 squares
Not sure? Call (571) 321-5672 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 10 yard dumpster |
|---|---|
| A single room's furniture and boxes | A comfortable, typical fit |
| A small bathroom tear-out | Fits well within weight allowance |
| A garage clear-out (no major appliances) | A typical, comfortable fit |
| 3-4 pickup truck loads | The standard comparison |
Best for compact jobs and tight driveways
Its small footprint makes the 10 yard the easiest size to place on a narrow in-town driveway or a lot with limited turning room for the delivery truck — a common situation in Alexandria's older neighborhoods in Old Town and Del Ray.
Small remodels and single-room projects
A single bathroom remodel, a small flooring tear-out, or a garage decluttering pass typically fits comfortably within a 10 yard's capacity without approaching the weight allowance.
When to size up instead
If you're clearing more than one room, tearing out a full kitchen, or working through a whole-home cleanout, a 10 yard will likely fill faster than expected. Call and describe the job — we'd rather size you correctly the first time than have you pay for a second delivery.
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Compare with the other sizes
| Size | Dimensions (L x W x 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 10 yard dumpster in Alexandria
Call (571) 321-5672 for a flat rate and a delivery slot — often the same day.
Answers
10 Yard Dumpster — frequently asked questions
Is a 10 yard big enough for a single-room remodel?
Yes, in most cases — it's the most common size for a single-room job.
How much driveway space does a 10 yard need?
About 20 feet of total run and roughly 23 feet of vertical clearance, making it the easiest size to fit on a tight in-town driveway.
Can I upgrade if a 10 yard fills up faster than expected?
Call us — if you're not through your project yet, we can often swap in a larger container rather than leave you paying for a second small one.
What's the weight allowance on a 10 yard?
1-2 tons is included. Heavier material like concrete or shingles will hit that limit faster than furniture and boxes will.
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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 Alexandria, VA -- permits, right-of-way and City of Alexandria services
- Virginia Dept. of Environmental Quality - Land & Waste -- Virginia solid waste and hazardous materials regulation
- Call Miss Utility of Virginia / 811 -- call 811 before any digging or footing work
- Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) -- Virginia road and right-of-way information