What Size Dumpster for a Kitchen or Bathroom Remodel?
Remodeling a kitchen or bathroom? The debris adds up faster than you’d think — cabinets are bulky, tile is heavy, and old fixtures take up awkward space. Here’s how to pick the right dumpster size so you don’t pay for a second haul.
Kitchen Remodel: What Size Dumpster?
A full kitchen remodel usually needs a 15 or 20-yard dumpster:
- 15-yard: smaller kitchens — cabinets, countertops, and flooring for a compact space
- 20-yard: full kitchens with islands, pantries, and wall removal — the safer pick
Cabinets look big but they’re mostly air — they fill volume fast without much weight. If your remodel includes tile flooring or stone countertops, the weight adds up quickly (see below).
Bathroom Remodel: What Size Dumpster?
Most bathroom remodels fit a 10 or 15-yard dumpster:
- 10-yard: single bathroom — tub, toilet, vanity, tile, and fixtures
- 15-yard: master baths, double vanities, or bathrooms with lots of tile
A 10-yard is the cheapest option and handles most standard bathrooms with room to spare.
What Affects the Size You Need
- Gutting to the studs vs. surface refresh — full gut jobs double the debris
- Cabinet count — more cabinets, more volume
- Flooring area — tile and hardwood removal adds both bulk and weight
- Wall removal — drywall and framing fill a dumpster fast
- Multiple rooms — remodeling kitchen and bath together? Size up
The Weight Warning: Tile and Stone
Tile, mortar, and stone countertops are deceptively heavy. A bathroom’s worth of torn-out tile can weigh over a ton on its own. Most rentals include 1–2 tons, with overage at $60–$100 per ton.
Rule of thumb: if your remodel is tile-heavy, choose the bigger size for the weight allowance — not just the volume.
How Much Does It Cost?
Typical 7-day rentals in New Braunfels:
- 10-yard (bathroom): $280–$350
- 15-yard (small kitchen / large bath): $350–$475
- 20-yard (full kitchen): $375–$550
See our full dumpster rental cost guide for details.
What Can’t Go in a Remodel Dumpster?
Most remodel debris can go straight in: cabinets, countertops, drywall, flooring, lumber, tile, fixtures, and old carpet all belong in a roll-off. Break down large pieces where you can so they sit flat and leave room for the rest.
Some items can’t go in: liquid paint, motor oil, solvents and other chemicals, tires, car batteries, propane tanks, and appliances that still hold refrigerant. Medical or hazardous waste can’t go in either. If you are not sure about an item, ask before you load it. Our dumpster rental FAQ has the full list.
How Long Can You Keep the Dumpster During a Remodel?
Most rentals include 7 days. That is usually enough for a single bathroom, but a full kitchen often runs longer. Extra days usually run $15–$25 per day, so it helps to arrange extra days upfront if your remodel is likely to run long. When the job is done, call and the provider will pick it up and handle disposal.
Where to Put the Dumpster
Most standard driveways in New Braunfels take a 10, 15 or 20-yard without trouble. A driveway spot needs no permit in most cases — keep it on your own property and the job stays simple. If the dumpster has to sit on the street, check local rules first, as street placement may need city approval. Ask the provider to put boards under the container to protect the driveway.
Tell the provider where you want the container before delivery day. Keep the load level with the top edge — overfilling risks it being left behind or an extra trip.
When to Book Your Dumpster?
Book a few days ahead when you can. The provider needs to know what you have so they can confirm the size and the delivery day. Call before noon for the best chance at same-day delivery — same-day sometimes costs extra. Prices run $280–$750 for a standard 7-day rental. See our dumpster rental prices for the full list by size.
Remodeling the Kitchen and Bath Together?
Doing both rooms at once means more debris, so size up. A 20-yard is the most popular pick for a full kitchen, and it can handle a bathroom too if the job is not too tile-heavy. For a large job with lots of tile, wall removal, or bulky debris, a 30-yard gives you more room. If you are torn between two sizes, the bigger one is usually cheaper than a second haul. Tell the provider what you have and they will confirm the size — our dumpster sizes guide compares all five sizes side by side.
Remodel Dumpster FAQ
What size dumpster for a kitchen remodel?
15-yard for smaller kitchens, 20-yard for full remodels.
What size dumpster for a bathroom remodel?
10-yard for a standard bathroom, 15-yard for master baths or tile-heavy jobs.
Can I put old cabinets in a dumpster?
Yes — cabinets, countertops, and fixtures are all accepted.
What about tile and stone?
Accepted, but heavy — confirm your weight allowance before you book.
How long can I keep the dumpster during a remodel?
Seven days is standard. Remodels often run long — arrange extra days ($15–$25/day) upfront if needed.
What can’t go in a remodel dumpster?
Liquid paint, motor oil, solvents and other chemicals, tires, car batteries, propane tanks, and appliances that still hold refrigerant can’t go in a roll-off. Medical or hazardous waste can’t go in either. If you are not sure about an item, ask before you load it.
Do I need a permit for a remodel dumpster?
Not for a dumpster on your own driveway in most cases. Street placement may need city approval — check local rules first.
How do I book a dumpster for a remodel?
Call (830) 420-5236 and tell the provider about the project. They will confirm the size and the delivery day. Book a few days ahead when you can, and call before noon for the best chance at same-day delivery.
Remodeling in New Braunfels? Call (830) 420-5236 — tell us about the project and we’ll size the dumpster right. Compare all sizes in our dumpster sizes explained guide, see residential dumpster rental options, or read where to put a dumpster for placement tips.
