40 cubic yards
40 Yard Dumpster Rental in Canton, GA
Our largest roll-off, sized for major demolition, commercial projects, and large-volume bulky debris across Cherokee County.
- Licensed & insured
- Same-day in Canton
- Flat-rate pricing
- All 18 area communities
- DimensionsAbout 22 ft long x 8 ft wide x 8 ft high
- Holdsabout 200-230 kitchen-size trash bags
- Weight included5-6 tons included
- Space neededabout 36 feet of clear, level run
The 40 yard container in Canton, GA
The 40 yard is our largest container, and it's built for jobs where volume — not just weight — is the challenge: major demolition, commercial buildouts, and large-scale bulky debris that would take three or four trips in a smaller size. It's the tallest unit in our lineup, so the extra capacity comes without a much longer footprint than the 30 yard.
We put this size to work on commercial projects around Marietta and Acworth, larger demolition jobs across Cherokee County, and land-clearing or property cleanout work out toward Jasper and Emerson where the debris volume is high but not necessarily dense.
Because of its height and weight when loaded, we always confirm site access and ground conditions before we bring it out from the Canton yard — a quick call to (770) 629-0113 usually settles that ahead of delivery day.
What fits in a 40 yard dumpster
A 40 yard holds about 200 to 230 kitchen-size trash bags, or roughly 5-6 tons of mixed debris. That's enough for a full residential demolition, a large commercial interior teardown, or a high-volume cleanout of bulky, low-density material like furniture, cabinetry, and construction scrap.
40 yard vs. 30 yard: which one do you need
If your job is mostly bulky, lightweight material — old furniture, cabinetry, packaging, framing scrap — the 40 yard's extra height means fewer container swaps. If your debris runs heavier and denser, like concrete, brick, or roofing, the 30 yard often makes more sense since you'll hit the weight limit well before you fill the space either way.
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 residential demolition | a complete single-family home teardown |
| Commercial interior demo | a full office, restaurant, or retail buildout |
| Large-scale furniture disposal | a fully furnished multi-room property |
| Construction scrap (bulky) | framing, cabinetry, and packaging from a large build |
| Warehouse or garage clearout | commercial-scale storage cleanout |
| Major land-clearing debris | brush, stumps, and scrap from larger lots |
Suitability
Is the 40 yard the right size for you?
Choose the 40 yard for
- Major residential or commercial demolition
- Commercial buildout or teardown
- Large-scale bulky debris cleanouts
- New construction on larger builds
- Warehouse or facility cleanouts
- Large land-clearing projects
Pick a different size for
- Residential remodels — a 20 or 30 yard is almost always enough and easier to place
- Heavy, dense debris like all-concrete or all-dirt loads — the weight limit will be reached well before the container is full
- Driveways with limited overhead clearance — this is our tallest unit, so clearance matters most here
Placing a 40 yard container on a Canton-area property
Given its size, the 40 yard is most often used on commercial sites in Marietta and Acworth or larger demolition and land-clearing jobs out toward Jasper and Emerson, where there's open access for our hoist truck. On tighter residential streets closer to downtown Canton, we'll usually walk through overhead clearance and turning room with you first, since this is the tallest and widest container we run.
Compare
Every size side by side
The 40 yard is our largest container — see the full lineup by comparing it to the 10, 15, 20, and 30 yard below.
| Size | Dimensions | Capacity | Weight included | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Yard Dumpster | about 14 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 3.5 ft high | about 50-70 kitchen-size trash bags | 1-2 tons | Small home projects, roofing debris, concrete and dirt. |
| 15 Yard Dumpster | about 16 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4.5 ft high | about 80-100 kitchen-size trash bags | 2-3 tons | Garage cleanouts, flooring removal and yard waste. |
| 20 Yard Dumpster | about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4.5 ft high | about 110-130 kitchen-size trash bags | 3-4 tons | Medium renovations, roofing jobs and large cleanouts. |
| 30 Yard Dumpster | about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 6 ft high | about 170-190 kitchen-size trash bags | 4-5 tons | Multi-room remodels and estate cleanouts. |
| 40 Yard Dumpster | about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 8 ft high | about 230-250 kitchen-size trash bags | 5-6 tons | Commercial projects and major demolition work. |
Not quite right?
- 30 Yard Dumpster — the next size smaller
- Compare all five sizes
- Read the full Canton sizing guide
Talk to a real person
Book a 40 yard dumpster in Canton
Call (770) 629-0113. 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
Answers
40 Yard Dumpster — questions we get asked
How much weight is included with a 40 yard dumpster?
5-6 tons of mixed debris is included. Because this size fills up on volume more than weight for most jobs, let us know if you're loading dense material like concrete or dirt so we can plan for the weight limit.
How much space and clearance does a 40 yard need?
About 36 feet of clear, level run, 10-12 feet of width, and 23-25 feet of overhead clearance — clearance matters most with this size since it's our tallest container.
Is the 40 yard available for commercial jobs?
Yes, it's a common choice for commercial demolition and buildout projects around Marietta, Acworth, and the rest of our Cherokee County service area.
Can I get a 40 yard delivered to a rural property in Jasper or Emerson?
Usually, yes — call (770) 629-0113 and we'll confirm driveway access and ground conditions before we schedule delivery.
What if my debris is heavy rather than bulky?
If most of your load is dense material like concrete, brick, or dirt, a 30 yard or smaller may be more cost-effective since you'd hit the weight limit before filling a 40 yard anyway.
Service area
40 Yard Dumpster delivered across Greater Canton
We run roll-off containers out of our I-575 industrial-park yard on 126 P Rickman Industrial Dr to all eighteen communities we cover across six counties — Canton itself and the rest of Cherokee County, plus Acworth and Marietta in Cobb County, Cumming in Forsyth County, Alpharetta, Milton and Roswell in north Fulton County, and Jasper and Emerson farther out. Canton, Woodstock, Holly Springs and the rest of Cherokee County are usually same-day; the farther counties are more often next-day. If your address is not listed, call anyway. We likely still get there.