40 cubic yards
40 Yard Dumpster Rental in Arvada, CO
Our largest roll-off, built for major demolition, whole-property cleanouts, and large-scale storm debris removal.
- Licensed & insured
- Same-day in Arvada
- Flat-rate pricing
- All 16 metro cities
- Dimensionsabout 22 ft long x 7.5 ft wide x 8 ft high
- Holdsabout 12-16 pickup truck loads
- Weight included5-6 tons included
- Space neededabout 25 ft of clear, level driveway or curb space
The 40 yard container in Arvada, CO
The 40 yard dumpster is the biggest container in our lineup, standing 8 feet tall on the same 22 by 7.5 foot base as our 20 and 30 yard sizes. That extra height translates to roughly 12-16 pickup truck loads of capacity, which puts it in a different league entirely: full property demolitions, large-scale storm debris removal, and whole-home cleanouts where volume, not weight, is the driving factor.
We deliver this size to demolition contractors tearing down entire structures, to property owners clearing large lots after severe hail or wind events along the Front Range, and to commercial sites managing a major renovation or teardown across the Denver metro area. Because the walls stand 8 feet high, it also handles bulky, low-density items, old furniture, cabinetry, insulation, without the loading challenges a shorter container presents.
Given the size, we always recommend a quick call to (720) 627-6880 to confirm site access before booking a 40 yard. Our team can also help you decide whether a single 40 yard or a scheduled swap of a smaller size makes more sense for a phased demolition or cleanup project.
Where an 8-Foot Wall Height Matters
The 40 yard's height is its whole advantage: bulky, irregular debris from a full demolition, or a large volume of damaged material from storm debris removal, loads far more efficiently when the container walls are tall enough to stack material rather than spread it. It's overkill for a single-room project, but it's exactly right when a job site is generating debris faster than a smaller container can absorb it.
Access and Placement Considerations
Because this container sits 8 feet tall once loaded near the top and requires the same 25-foot approach as our 20 and 30 yard sizes, overhead clearance and truck maneuvering room matter more here than on any other size we offer. Our dispatch team walks through site access with every 40 yard order before scheduling delivery.
Capacity
What actually fits in a 40 yard container
Rough working figures. Weight, not volume, is what stops most loads.
| Material | How much fits |
|---|---|
| Full structure demolition | a detached garage, small home, or large outbuilding, framed material |
| Storm debris cleanup | downed branches, damaged fencing, and roofing from a large property |
| Whole-property cleanout | the full contents of a house being prepped for demolition or major renovation |
| Large commercial renovation debris | ceiling tile, drywall, and fixtures from a full building floor |
| Bulky furniture and appliance disposal | a full household's worth of large furniture and appliances |
| Multi-structure yard cleanup | combined debris from a shed, fence, and deck removal on one property |
Suitability
Is the 40 yard the right size for you?
Choose the 40 yard for
- Full structure or garage demolition
- Large-scale storm debris cleanup
- Whole-property cleanout before demolition
- Major commercial renovation
- Multi-structure yard cleanup
- Large estate or hoarding cleanout
Pick a different size for
- Any single-room residential project
- Loads that are mostly concrete, dirt, or masonry (weight limits hit well before it's full)
- Sites without a clear, level 25 ft approach and adequate overhead clearance
Placing a 40 yard container on an Arvada-area property
A 40 yard container is the least common size we deliver into tight, older Arvada neighborhoods near Olde Town, simply because it needs open, level access and enough overhead clearance to be trucked in safely. It's much more common on larger residential lots, commercial sites, and demolition jobs with open street or lot access across Jefferson County. Before booking this size, call (720) 627-6880 and describe your property, our team can tell you quickly whether a 40 yard will work or whether a 30 yard with a scheduled swap is the more practical choice.
Compare
Every size side by side
The largest container we offer, reserved for full demolitions, major storm cleanup, and whole-property jobs, not everyday remodels.
| Size | Dimensions | Capacity | Weight included | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Yard Dumpster | typically about 14 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 3.5 ft high | about 3-4 pickup truck loads | 1-2 tons | Bathroom remodels, garage or shed cleanouts, single-room flooring tear-outs and small yard-waste jobs. |
| 15 Yard Dumpster | typically about 16 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4.5 ft high | about 4-5 pickup truck loads | 2-3 tons | Kitchen or bath remodels, combined garage and attic cleanouts, small single-layer roof tear-offs. |
| 20 Yard Dumpster | typically about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4.5 ft high | about 6-8 pickup truck loads | 3-4 tons | Whole-house flooring, average-size roof tear-offs, garage demolition, mid-size estate cleanouts. |
| 30 Yard Dumpster | typically about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 6 ft high | about 9 pickup truck loads | 4-5 tons | Whole-home renovations, large estate cleanouts, new-construction framing waste, commercial buildouts. |
| 40 Yard Dumpster | typically about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 8 ft high | about 12-16 pickup truck loads | 5-6 tons | New-construction sites, commercial demolition, major whole-house renovations, large storm debris cleanup. |
Not quite right?
- 30 Yard Dumpster — the next size smaller
- Compare all five sizes
- Read the full Arvada sizing guide
Talk to a real person
Book a 40 yard dumpster in Arvada
Call (720) 627-6880. Tell us the material and the town, and you will get a flat price and a delivery window on the same call.
Mon–Sat 7:00am – 7:00pm · Sun by appointment
Answers
40 Yard Dumpster — questions we get asked
When do I actually need a 40 yard dumpster instead of a 30 yard?
When the project generates a very high volume of bulky, low-density debris, full structure demolitions, large storm cleanups, or whole-property cleanouts, rather than dense material. If your debris is mostly concrete or dirt, the 30 yard's weight limit will usually bind before the 40 yard's volume would.
How much driveway space does a 40 yard dumpster need?
The footprint is the same as our 20 and 30 yard containers, about 22 feet long and 7.5 feet wide, so we ask for roughly 25 feet of clear, level approach. The main added consideration is overhead clearance, since the container stands 8 feet tall.
Is a 40 yard dumpster good for storm debris cleanup?
Yes, this is one of the most common uses for our largest container. Downed branches, damaged fencing, and roofing debris from a large property after a Front Range hailstorm or windstorm tend to be bulky rather than dense, which suits the 40 yard's tall walls well.
What's the weight limit on a 40 yard dumpster?
The base rental includes 5 to 6 tons. That's generous for bulky, low-density debris, but if your project includes a lot of concrete, brick, or wet material, call (720) 627-6880 first, a smaller container paired with our concrete and heavy debris service may actually be more cost-effective.
Service area
40 Yard Dumpster delivered across the Denver metro area
We run roll-off containers out of our 5460 Union yard in Arvada to all sixteen Denver-metro cities we cover — from Wheat Ridge and Golden through Westminster and Broomfield, out to Denver and Commerce City. Arvada and the closest towns are usually same-day; the farther edges of the service area are next-day. If your town is not listed, call anyway. We likely still get there.