Yard Waste Dumpster Rental: Best Size & Cost for Landscaping Debris

Whether you're doing a major landscaping project, clearing storm damage, or tackling a seasonal yard cleanup, a yard waste dumpster rental makes the job dramatically easier. Instead of bagging debris or making endless trips to the transfer station, load everything into a roll off dumpster and we haul it away.

What Counts as Yard Waste?

Yard waste includes:

• Branches and limbs — from pruning, storm damage, or tree removal
• Brush and shrubs — clearing overgrown areas
• Leaves and grass clippings — seasonal cleanup
• Sod and soil — landscaping and grading projects
• Stumps and roots — small to medium stump removal
• Old fencing — wood fence removal and replacement
• Landscape timbers and retaining wall materials
• Old mulch, stone, and pavers

What Size Dumpster for Yard Waste?

15-Yard Dumpster ($350) — Small to Medium Projects

Best for seasonal cleanup, pruning debris, fence removal, and moderate landscaping projects. Holds about 4-5 pickup truck loads of yard waste.

20-Yard Dumpster ($400) — Large Landscaping Jobs

Best for major landscape overhauls, storm damage cleanup, and projects involving soil/sod. Holds about 6-8 pickup truck loads.

Weight Considerations for Yard Waste

Yard waste varies widely in weight:

• Dry branches and brush: Light — a 15-yard dumpster might weigh 500-1,500 lbs
• Leaves and grass (wet): Heavier than you'd think — wet yard waste compacts
• Soil and sod: Very heavy — a 15-yard of soil can weigh 15,000+ lbs
• Stumps and roots: Heavy with trapped soil

Cost tip: For soil-heavy projects, call us first. Soil and dirt are extremely heavy at $0.20/lb, and you may want to consider separate disposal for heavy fill material.

Can Yard Waste Go in a Dumpster in Massachusetts?

Yes! Yard waste is accepted in our roll off dumpsters. However, some transfer stations separate yard waste for composting. We dispose of your debris at facilities that handle yard waste properly per Massachusetts DEP regulations.

Prohibited items to keep out of the dumpster:

• Pesticides and herbicides
• Fertilizer bags (chemicals)
• Gas-powered equipment
• Treated lumber (CCA-treated wood)

Seasonal Yard Waste Projects

Spring (March-May)

• Storm damage cleanup from winter
• Dead tree and branch removal
• Garden bed preparation
• Landscape overhaul projects

Summer (June-August)

• Major landscaping renovations
• Fence replacement
• Pool area cleanup
• Overgrown lot clearing

Fall (September-November)

• Leaf cleanup (large properties)
• End-of-season garden cleanup
• Pre-winter storm prep
• Dead plant removal

Yard Waste Dumpster Delivery in Middlesex County

We deliver yard waste dumpsters throughout our 13-town service area: Billerica, Chelmsford, Lowell, Tewksbury, Wilmington, Burlington, Bedford, Carlisle, Dracut, Westford, Andover, Woburn, and Lexington.

Same-day delivery available. Call (978) 375-2272 for current availability.