20 cubic yards
20 Yard Dumpster Rental in Augusta, GA
The size most CSRA projects land on — full roof replacements, whole-floor renovations, and three or four bedroom cleanouts.
- Licensed & insured
- Same-day in Augusta
- Flat-rate pricing
- All 16 area communities
- Dimensionstypically about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4.5 ft high
- Holdsabout 6-8 pickup truck loads
- Weight included3-4 tons
- Space neededa clear, level run in the driveway
The 20 yard container in Augusta, GA
The 20 yard is what most Vaughn Bros customers end up ordering, and it's usually the safest default when you're not sure exactly how much debris a project will generate. A full roof replacement on an average CSRA house, a whole-floor renovation, or clearing out a three or four bedroom home all land comfortably in this range without paying for space you'll never use.
It still has the same footprint as the 15 yard on the ground — the extra capacity comes from height, not length — so it fits in the same driveway space while holding meaningfully more. That makes it a practical middle choice for homeowners in Augusta, Martinez, and Evans who want room to spare without ordering a container built for demolition-scale jobs.
Why this is the default recommendation
When a customer calls without a precise volume estimate, we usually steer toward the 20 yard first, because it has enough margin to absorb a project running a little bigger than planned without forcing a second container. It handles a standard asphalt shingle roof tear-off on most CSRA homes, a full-floor flooring and drywall renovation, or the combined contents of a three to four bedroom house cleanout.
What it looks like filled
Roughly six to eight pickup truck loads. That covers an entire roof's worth of shingles and underlayment on a typical single-story home, a kitchen remodel down to the studs, or the furniture, appliances, and general contents of a mid-size house being cleared out for a move or an estate.
Capacity
What actually fits in a 20 yard container
Rough working figures. Weight, not volume, is what stops most loads.
| Material | How much fits |
|---|---|
| Full roof tear-off | an average single-story CSRA roof, shingles and underlayment |
| Whole-floor renovation | flooring, drywall, and fixtures across an entire floor |
| Three to four bedroom cleanout | furniture, appliances, and belongings from a mid-size house |
| Kitchen remodel down to the studs | cabinets, countertops, flooring, and drywall |
| Deck or fence removal | a full backyard deck or a good stretch of old fencing |
Suitability
Is the 20 yard the right size for you?
Choose the 20 yard for
- Full roof replacements on average-size homes
- Whole-floor renovations
- Three to four bedroom house cleanouts
- Kitchen remodels down to the studs
- Deck and fence removal
Pick a different size for
- Structural demolition or teardown of a building
- Large commercial construction projects
- Whole-house gut renovations on larger homes (consider a 30)
- Projects that are mostly heavy material like concrete, where a 10 yard is more economical
Placing a 20 yard container on an Augusta-area property
This is the size we deliver most often across the CSRA, from roof replacements on the older housing stock in Augusta and Harlem to full-floor renovations in the newer construction around Martinez, Evans, and Grovetown. Inside Augusta-Richmond County, a container kept on your driveway or private property generally doesn't require a permit; one placed in the street or right-of-way needs a Right-of-Way Encroachment Permit from the Augusta Engineering Department. In North Augusta, Aiken, and the rest of the SC-side towns we serve, we haven't verified a specific local rule, so confirm with your town or county office before you order if placement is a question.
Compare
Every size side by side
| 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?
- 15 Yard Dumpster — the next size smaller
- 30 Yard Dumpster — the next size larger
- Compare all five sizes
- Read the full Augusta sizing guide
Talk to a real person
Book a 20 yard dumpster in Augusta
Call (762) 320-6882. 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
20 Yard Dumpster — questions we get asked
Why is the 20 yard the most popular size?
It has enough capacity to absorb a project that runs bigger than expected, without the footprint or weight allowance of the 30 or 40 yard. When customers aren't sure exactly how much debris they'll generate, it's usually the safest middle choice.
Will a 20 yard fit in my driveway?
In most cases, yes. It has the same length and width as the 15 yard, just more height, so it doesn't take up extra ground space on a standard residential driveway.
Is a 20 yard enough for a full roof replacement?
For an average single-story home in the CSRA, yes, in most cases. Steep roofs, multiple layers of old shingles, or larger homes can push toward a 30 yard, so let us know the roof size and layer count when you call.
Can I mix construction debris and household junk in a 20 yard?
Generally yes, as long as it's ordinary construction and household material. Certain items like tires, appliances with refrigerants, paint, and other hazardous materials need to be handled separately — ask us when you book.
Service area
20 Yard Dumpster delivered across the Augusta area
We run roll-off containers out of our 1543 Gordon Hwy yard in Augusta to all sixteen CSRA communities we cover — from Martinez and Evans through Grovetown and Harlem, across the Savannah River to North Augusta and Aiken, SC. Augusta 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.