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20-Yard Dumpster Rental in Longview, TX

The most-booked size in Gregg County — built for roofing tear-offs, kitchen gut-outs, and whole-home cleanouts on Longview's aging 1970s housing stock. Flat rate from $450 with driveway protection on every drop.

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500+ dumpsters rented

Longview's most reviewed

Flat Rate from $450

No day-rate billing

Most-Booked Size

In Gregg County

Boards on Every Drop

Standard driveway protection

Same-Day Swap Available

When you run short

When Gregg County homeowners and contractors need a 20 yard dumpster rental Longview TX, this is the container they keep coming back to — and for good reason. It is the size that covers roofing tear-offs, kitchen gut-outs, and whole-home cleanouts without sizing down and running short, or sizing up and overpaying. The median Longview home was built in 1975, which means roughly half the city's housing stock is now 50 years old and deep in its renovation cycle. In Spring Hill, Pine Tree, Eastgate, and Oak Forest, the same generation of homes is hitting the same maintenance window at the same time. The 20-yard is built exactly for that work — browse our FAQ for common sizing, weight, and pricing questions.

20-Yard Specifications

Volume	20 cubic yards
Outside dimensions (approx.)	22 ft long × 8 ft wide × 4.5 ft tall
Weight allowance	3 tons (6,000 lbs) included
Pickup truck equivalent	6–8 loads
Rental period	7 days flat rate (extensions available)
Starting price	From $450

Is the 20-Yard Your Size?

Best for

Single-layer roofing tear-off (up to ~25 squares)
Full kitchen gut-out — cabinets, tile, appliances
Whole-home cleanout, 3-bedroom property
Multi-room renovation (2–3 rooms of debris)
Pier-and-beam subfloor replacement
Post-storm interior gut-out (drywall, insulation, framing)

Usually not enough for

Two-layer roof tear-offs (weight doubles)
Full gut renovations across multiple rooms
Estate or hoarding cleanouts with heavy furniture
Large concrete, brick, or masonry removal
Any project where scope is uncertain

Roof weight OK?

Single-layer shingles, up to ~25 squares — yes. Two-layer or 30+ squares — use a 30-yard.

Fits most driveways?

Yes — 22 ft fits along a standard driveway. Check for low branches in Oak Forest, Eastgate, Wildwood.

HOA neighborhoods?

Longview's 54 HOA communities typically allow short-term driveway containers with advance board notice.

How to Know the 20-Yard Is Right

✓ Signs this is right

Single-layer roof under 25 squares
Kitchen or 2–3 room renovation — no structural demo
Whole-home cleanout, furnished but not a hoarder situation
You know what you're removing and it's mostly light debris

↑ Size up to 30-yard if

Two-layer shingles or roof larger than 25 squares
Full gut-out with structural demo and heavy debris
Estate cleanout with decades of accumulated items
Scope uncertain — swap is costly at this size too

↓ Could use a 10-yard if

Single room or garage only
Light mixed debris with no roofing material
Driveway can't accommodate a 22-ft container

Will My Project Fit a 20-Yard? — Job-Type Matrix

Find your project below to see whether the 20-yard handles it — by volume and by weight.

Project	Fits?	Why	Consideration
Single-layer roof tear-off (1,500–2,000 sq ft)	✓ Yes	3-tab shingles ~230 lbs/square; 20-square roof ≈ 4,600 lbs — within 3-ton limit	Add rotted decking or wet underlayment and weight rises quickly — especially on post-2023 hail storm claims
Full kitchen gut-out (cabinets, tile, appliances)	✓ Yes	Typical 1970s kitchen debris: 1.5–2 tons total; volume well within 20 yards	Concrete countertops or cast iron sink adds weight — flag heavy material at booking
Whole-home cleanout (3-bedroom property)	✓ Yes	Mixed furniture and household debris runs 2–3 tons; volume is manageable with efficient loading	Furnished homes with mattresses and sofas fill volume before weight — pack dense items first
Multi-room renovation (2–3 rooms)	✓ Yes	Drywall, flooring, and trim at 2–3 rooms is typically 1.5–2.5 tons and ~12–15 cubic yards	Adding tile on concrete backer from a 1950s–60s bathroom pushes weight; call if project includes pre-1970 materials
Pier-and-beam subfloor replacement	✓ Yes	Subfloor lumber and decking run light; typical replacement is 1.5–2.5 tons	Common project in Longview's older Spring Hill and Eastgate homes; also fits post-storm pier repair debris
Post-storm interior gut-out	✓ Yes	Drywall, insulation, and framing are low-density debris; 1–2 tons typical	If storm also damaged the roof and both go in together, weight accumulates — consider separate pulls
Two-layer roof tear-off	Sometimes	Second shingle layer doubles weight; a 15-square two-layer roof can approach 7,000 lbs	Roof size and layer count matter — call with square footage before booking
Large concrete or masonry removal	Sometimes	Concrete at 150 lbs/cu ft hits the 3-ton limit with less than 20 cubic feet of material	Small amounts (a driveway section, a retaining wall) may fit; large concrete jobs need a dedicated pour
Estate or hoarding cleanout (large furnished home)	✗ No	Volume alone often exceeds 20 yards on a filled 3–4 bedroom property with decades of accumulated items	Use a 30-yard or plan for multiple drops; volume is the constraint here, not weight

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What Fits Inside a 20-Yard

The 20-yard holds 110–130 standard 33-gallon trash bags, or roughly 6–8 pickup truck loads. By material category:

Roofing

Asphalt shingles (single layer, up to ~25 squares)
Roofing felt, ice-and-water shield
Decking boards (if not storm-wet and heavy)

Renovation Debris

Cabinets, countertops, fixtures
Drywall, plaster, insulation
Lumber, trim, framing members
Carpet, tile, and flooring

Furniture & Household

Sofas, mattresses, box springs
Appliances (no refrigerant)
Boxes, clothing, household items

Masonry & Heavy (weight-limited)

Concrete (small amounts — watch 3-ton limit)
Brick and block (small quantities only)
Tile on concrete backer (add to weight estimate)

20-Yard Field Insights — What People Get Wrong

These are the sizing and weight mistakes we see most often on 20-yard rentals in Gregg County.

Post-hail roofing jobs in Longview run heavier than the original quote

The April 2, 2023 hail event — 1.75-inch stones across Longview, White Oak, Hallsville, and Kilgore — was the largest insurance event Gregg County roofing contractors had seen in years. The pattern that emerged: roofs that looked like a clean single-layer tear-off had underlayment saturated from previous leaks, plus rotted OSB decking that added 200–400 lbs per square to what the contractor expected. Roofs dating to the late 1980s or 1990s are most susceptible — they predate the widespread use of ice-and-water shield, and long-term moisture accumulation is often invisible until the shingles come off. If your roof is pre-2000 and you have not had a moisture inspection, build in a weight buffer or call us before booking.

East Texas heat changes how your driveway behaves under a loaded container

Longview's July average high is 100°F, and standard asphalt driveways soften meaningfully at those temperatures — enough that the pressure from a loaded 20-yard container can leave permanent deformation, especially on driveways from the 1980s and 1990s that were laid without reinforced sub-base common in newer construction. We place protective boards under the container on every delivery, but on a summer roofing job where the container will sit fully loaded for several days in peak heat, mention your driveway age and condition at booking. Older driveways in Spring Hill, Pine Tree, and the Oak Forest area are the most common place this surfaces as a concern.

Heavy Materials and the 20-Yard’s 3-Ton Limit

The 3-ton (6,000 lb) weight allowance covers most roofing and renovation loads, but dense materials accumulate quickly. The mechanism: shingles, concrete, and tile do not visually fill cubic yards the way furniture and drywall do — the container looks half-empty when the scale ticket says it is near the limit.

Material	Approximate Weight	Hits 3-ton limit at
3-tab asphalt shingles	~230 lbs per square (100 sq ft)	~26 squares — about a 2,600 sq ft single-layer roof
Architectural shingles	~350–400 lbs per square	~15–17 squares — a smaller roof or second layer is a problem
Concrete (4-inch slab)	~50 lbs per sq ft of slab	~120 sq ft of slab — a 10×12 area reaches the limit
Ceramic tile on concrete backer	~6–8 lbs per sq ft	~750–1,000 sq ft of floor — adds fast when mixed with other materials
Rotted OSB decking	~2.5 lbs per sq ft (dry) — heavier when wet	Weight depends on saturation; 10 squares of wet decking can add 500+ lbs unexpectedly
Drywall (½-inch)	~1.6 lbs per sq ft	~3,750 sq ft — not typically a weight problem on renovation debris

Overage charges are calculated from the scale ticket at Pine Hill Landfill, 1102 Four South Industrial Boulevard — you receive a copy at pickup. The overage rate, $65 per ton, is disclosed before booking. If your project includes multiple heavy materials (shingles plus tile plus decking), call with the specifics and we will estimate the combined weight.

What Can Go in a 20-Yard — and What Cannot

See the complete accepted and prohibited materials list for full details on what Pine Hill Landfill accepts.

Generally Accepted

Asphalt shingles and roofing debris
Cabinets, countertops, fixtures
Drywall, insulation, plaster
Lumber, trim, and framing
Flooring (carpet, tile, hardwood)
Furniture and household items
Yard waste and brush
Concrete and brick (weight allowance permitting)

Not Accepted

Paint, solvents, motor oil
Car batteries, propane tanks
Tires of any size
Refrigerators, AC units, freezers
Asbestos-containing materials
Medical or biohazardous waste
Flammable or explosive materials

All accepted debris is hauled to Pine Hill Landfill at 1102 Four South Industrial Boulevard — the TCEQ-permitted Type I municipal landfill serving Gregg County, operated by Republic Services. If you are unsure about a specific item, call before you load it. Prohibited materials discovered at the landfill trigger removal fees that exceed the cost of proper disposal at the outset.

20-Yard Delivery Requirements and Placement

Your 20 yard roll off dumpster is set by our truck, which needs 60 feet of clear horizontal space to roll out and place the container, plus at least 25 feet of vertical clearance above the placement spot. In established Longview neighborhoods like Oak Forest, Wildwood, and Eastgate where mature post-oak and pine canopy is common, overhead branches are the most frequent obstacle — walk your driveway and look up before delivery day. See our dumpster delivery placement tips for a full pre-delivery checklist.

One detail specific to East Texas summers: Longview's July average high is 100°F, and asphalt driveways soften significantly at those temperatures. We place protective boards under the container on every delivery, but if your driveway has existing surface damage or thin asphalt — common on 1970s and 1980s driveways in Spring Hill and Pine Tree — mention it at booking. If you are in one of Longview's 54 HOA communities, most allow short-term dumpsters in driveways with advance notice to the board. Placement on a public street requires a Right-of-Way Construction Permit from the City of Longview Public Works at 933 Mobile Drive (903-237-1240). We coordinate permits when needed — flag it at booking.

Questions about what goes in or delivery access?

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20-Yard Roll Off Dumpster Rental in Longview, TX: Pricing

The 20-yard rents starting from $450 for a 7-day flat rate — see our full pricing breakdown. That covers:

What 20 Yard Dumpster Rental Prices in Longview, TX Include

Delivery and pickup anywhere in our service area
A full 7-day rental window
A 3-ton (6,000 lb) weight allowance
Driveway protection boards on every drop
Our 90-day structural guarantee on your driveway

Weight overages are charged per ton from the scale ticket at Pine Hill Landfill — disclosed before you book, not at pickup. Extensions beyond 7 days are available; call before your rental period ends. Book your 20 yard dumpster rental in Longview, TX below — same-day delivery available.

When to Size Down to a 10 or Up to a 30

10-Yard — From $325

12 × 8 × 3.5 ft · 2-ton limit

Single room or garage cleanout
Small bathroom gut-out
Weekend yard debris

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20-Yard — From $450

22 × 8 × 4.5 ft · 3-ton limit

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Roofing tear-off (single layer)
Full kitchen gut-out
Whole-home cleanout
Multi-room renovation

30-Yard — From $650

22 × 8 × 6 ft · 4-ton limit

Two-layer roof tear-offs
Estate or hoarding cleanouts
Whole-house gut-out, multi-phase

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20-Yard Dumpster Rental FAQs

What does a 20-yard dumpster cost in Longview, TX?

A 20-yard rental in Longview starts from $450 for a 7-day flat rate. That price includes delivery, pickup, a 3-ton (6,000 lb) weight allowance, and driveway protection boards — no day-rate billing, no pickup surcharges. Weight overages are charged per ton from the scale ticket at Pine Hill Landfill, 1102 Four South Industrial Boulevard, and the overage rate is disclosed before booking. For most 20-yard projects — roofing tear-offs on a single-layer 1,500–2,000 sq ft home, kitchen gut-outs, or whole-home cleanouts — the included allowance covers the load without overage.

How much fits in a 20-yard dumpster?

A 20-yard dumpster holds approximately 110–130 standard 33-gallon trash bags, or 6–8 pickup truck loads. The container is 22 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 4.5 feet tall — roughly two parallel parking spaces end to end. In Longview project terms: a full asphalt shingle tear-off on a 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft home, a complete kitchen gut-out including cabinets and flooring, or a whole-home cleanout of a 3-bedroom property typical of the 1970s housing stock in Spring Hill, Pine Tree, Eastgate, and Oak Forest.

What size dumpster do I need for a roof replacement in Longview, TX?

For a single-layer asphalt shingle tear-off on a 1,500–2,000 sq ft home — the most common Longview ranch footprint — the 20-yard works within the 3-ton allowance. Standard 3-tab shingles run about 230 lbs per square; a 20-square roof produces roughly 4,600 lbs, near but within the limit. If your roof has two existing layers, is larger than 25 squares, or you are adding rotted decking, size up to the 30-yard. After East Texas hail events like the April 2, 2023 storm, wet underlayment and rotted sheathing add weight that wasn't in the original plan. Call us with your square footage and we'll give you a specific recommendation in two minutes.

Will a 20-yard dumpster fit on a Longview driveway?

In most cases, yes. At 22 feet long, the container fits along a standard driveway without blocking the garage or the street. The delivery truck needs 60 feet of clear horizontal run and 25 feet of vertical clearance above the drop spot. In Eastgate, Oak Forest, and Wildwood where mature tree canopy is common, overhead branches are the most frequent obstacle — walk the driveway and look up before delivery day. If you are in one of Longview's 54 HOA communities, most allow short-term dumpsters in driveways with advance notice to the board.

Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Longview, TX?

No permit is needed when the container sits entirely on private driveway or property. Street placement requires a Right-of-Way Construction Permit from the City of Longview Public Works Department at 933 Mobile Drive — reachable at 903-237-1240. We coordinate this when needed; flag it at booking so we have time before delivery day.

What if I fill the 20-yard before my project is done?

Call us and we arrange a swap — we pick up the full container and drop a fresh one, same-day or next morning. Most customers who run short choose a swap over stopping mid-project and losing contractor time. If the remaining volume is significant, we may suggest stepping up to a 30-yard for the second drop so you have room without monitoring load levels. A swap costs more than the original rental but less than halting a roofing crew or kitchen contractor mid-job.

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