Dumpster Rental Asheville rents roofing dumpsters for shingle tear-offs across Asheville, NC. For most single-layer roofs a 10-yard is the right box, because shingles fill the weight limit long before they fill the space. Delivery, 7 days, pickup and disposal come in one all-in price.
Roofing debris is the heaviest thing most people ever put in a dumpster. That’s why the size question on a roof is really a weight question, and why roofers here plan the box around squares and layers, not around how big the pile looks.
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What size dumpster do I need for a roof?
Asphalt shingles weigh roughly 250 to 400 pounds per square (100 square feet of roof). Use the table as a starting point, and tell us the squares and layers when you call.
| Roof size | Weight, one layer | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 15 squares | About 1.9 to 3 tons | One 10-yard |
| About 20 squares | About 2.5 to 4 tons | One 10-yard plus some overage, or a 15-yard with a higher weight allowance |
| About 30 squares | About 3.75 to 6 tons | Two 10-yards, or a swap-out mid-job |
| Two layers | Roughly double | Plan on a swap-out |
A bigger box isn’t the fix on a roof. It invites overloading, and the overweight fee is billed per ton off the landfill scale ticket. See current ranges on our dumpster prices page.
Where should the dumpster go on a roof job?
As close to the roof edge as the truck can safely reach, so the crew can drop debris straight in. The truck needs about 60 feet of straight approach and 23 feet of overhead clearance. Boards go under the rails to protect the driveway, and on soft ground we keep the box off the lawn: red clay turns soft after rain, and a loaded roofing box is heavy enough to rut it.
Need a dumpster in Asheville? Call (828) 392-3810 for an all-in price. Call before noon for same-day delivery.
What can go in a roofing dumpster?
- Asphalt shingles, underlayment and felt
- Roofing nails and flashing
- Damaged decking and fascia boards
- Gutters and drip edge
- Metal roofing panels
Keep out: tar buckets with liquid left in them, solvents, and any old roofing materials that might contain asbestos until they have been tested.
Tips for roofers and homeowners
- Book the box for the day before tear-off, so the crew can start loading at sunrise.
- Cover it at night and before afternoon storms. Summer thunderstorms are common in the mountains, and wet debris is weighed wet.
- Spread debris flat. Don’t pile it all at one end.
- Run a magnet over the yard when the job is done to pick up stray nails.
- Contractors with several roofs: ask about swap-outs so the next box is waiting.
Roofing after storm damage
Wind and fallen trees still bring a lot of roof replacements around Asheville. If the job is part of a bigger rebuild, see our storm debris cleanout page and our construction dumpster page.
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Roofing dumpster rental FAQs
What size dumpster do I need for a roof tear-off?
For most single-layer roofs up to about 15 squares, a 10-yard. Larger roofs or two layers usually need a swap-out.
How much do shingles weigh?
Roughly 250 to 400 pounds per square. A 20-square roof comes off at about 2.5 to 4 tons.
Why not just get a bigger dumpster for a roof?
Because weight, not space, sets the limit. A bigger box invites overloading, and overweight is billed per ton.
Can metal roofing go in the dumpster?
Yes. Metal panels, flashing and gutters can all go in.
Can the dumpster go right next to the house?
Usually as close as the truck can safely reach, so the crew can drop debris straight in. Boards go under the rails.
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