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30 Yard Dumpster · Flint, MI

30 Yard Dumpster Rental in Flint, MI

A tall, high-capacity container built for large renovations, small structure demolition, and blight-removal or lot-clearing jobs across Genesee County.

  • Same-day & next-day delivery
  • Flat-rate, all-in pricing
  • Driveway protection included
A clean, correctly-labeled 30 yard Jakob & Sons Dumpster Rental roll-off container staged at the company yard
  • Same-Day DeliveryCall before noon and we can usually be there today.
  • Flat-Rate PricingDelivery, pickup, disposal and tax quoted up front.
  • Licensed & InsuredFully licensed and insured for dumpster service across Michigan.
  • Locally OwnedA local Flint family business, based right here in Flint.

At a glance

30 Yard Dumpster specifications

  • Dimensions22 ft x 7.5 ft x 6 ft
  • Capacity9-12 pickup loads
  • Weight included4-5 tons
  • Rental period7 days standard, extend any time
  • DeliverySame-day or next-day across Genesee County
  • PricingOne flat rate — delivery, pickup, disposal & tax

The 30 yard dumpster keeps the same 22-foot footprint as our 20 yard box but adds a foot and a half of height, which is where the real jump in capacity comes from. It is the size we send most often for large home renovations, full-structure demolitions on smaller buildings, and the heavier storm cleanups that come with a genuine Michigan windstorm or ice event.

We also deliver a steady number of 30 yard containers for Genesee County Land Bank and City of Flint blight-removal and lot-clearing work — the kind of job where a structure comes down and the resulting debris, framing and foundation material need to move fast. It is also a common call for gutting an older home down to the studs during a genuine historic renovation, where plaster, lath, flooring and old trim pile up quickly across a full restoration.

Right job, right box

What this size is built for

Ideal projects

  • Large whole-home renovation
  • Storm or wind-damage cleanout
  • Multi-story roof tear-off
  • Blight-removal and lot-clearing demolition
  • Small detached structure demolition (shed, garage, barn)
  • Home addition construction debris
  • Large estate cleanout across a full property
  • Historic-home gut renovation (down to the studs)

Pick a different size if…

  • Single-room or small remodel jobs — a 15 or 20 yard costs less and does the job
  • Standard single-story whole-home cleanouts — the 20 yard is usually enough
  • Commercial demolition or large-scale land clearing — see the 40 yard
  • Tight in-town streets or lots with limited clearance — talk to us before booking this size
  • Jobs needing frequent same-day swaps — a smaller size may suit a fast-moving crew better

Not sure? Call (810) 275-1545 and describe what you are looking at. We would rather sell you a smaller container than have you pay for space you do not use.

Capacity in real terms

How much actually fits

What you're loadingHow it fits in a 30 yard dumpster
A blighted structure’s framing, siding and foundation debrisThe extra height and weight allowance handle a full small-structure demolition without constant repacking
Multi-story roof tear-off debrisUses a large share of the weight allowance — worth confirming square footage when you call
A small detached garage or shed, fully demolishedFraming and roofing material from a small structure fits in one container
A full home addition’s construction debrisFraming offcuts, drywall and packaging load efficiently with room to spare
A yard’s worth of storm-downed limbs and branchesSeveral loads’ worth compact down well given the extra height
A historic-home renovation’s mixed debris (plaster, flooring, trim)Comfortably holds a full gut-remodel’s material in one container

Blight removal and lot-clearing work

Genesee County has an active, well-funded neighborhood revitalization effort behind it — the Genesee County Land Bank Authority’s ongoing program to demolish blighted structures and redevelop vacant lots across Flint and the county, alongside the City of Flint’s own Office of Blight Elimination and Neighborhood Stabilization. That kind of work generates a real, heavy volume of demolition debris fast, and the 30 yard’s extra height and weight allowance are built for exactly that. Our blight removal and lot clearing guide covers what a typical job looks like from a hauling standpoint.

Large renovations and demolition debris

For a full-home renovation, an addition, or knocking down a smaller detached structure, the 30 yard carries a genuinely large mixed load of framing, drywall, roofing and flooring without constantly checking whether you are near the limit.

Historic-home restoration debris

An older Flint home — especially one near a historic district like Carriage Town — being restored down to the studs generates a distinct debris stream: plaster and lath, original flooring, old trim and sometimes knob-and-tube wiring debris, all coming out at once. Our historic neighborhood renovation debris guide covers what fits in a standard roll-off for that kind of project. Multi-story roof tear-offs also fall into 30 yard territory, where the extra square footage of shingles adds up fast.

Weight allowance for heavy debris

The 30 yard carries a 4-5 ton weight allowance — a real advantage for demolition, storm cleanup or a heavy renovation, since waterlogged wood, wet drywall and downed limbs weigh noticeably more than the same materials dry. Let us know if your debris load is unusually wet or dense when you call.

Side by side

Compare with the other sizes

SizeDimensions (L × W × H)Holds AboutWeight AllowanceBest For
10 Yard Dumpster14 ft x 7.5 ft x 3.5 ft3-4 pickup loads1-2 tonsSmall cleanouts, single rooms, roofing, concrete
15 Yard Dumpster16 ft x 7.5 ft x 4.5 ft5-6 pickup loads2-3 tonsGarage clearouts, small remodels, yard-waste debris
20 Yard Dumpster22 ft x 7.5 ft x 4.5 ft6-8 pickup loads3-4 tonsWhole-home cleanouts, roof tear-offs, remodels
30 Yard Dumpster22 ft x 7.5 ft x 6 ft9-12 pickup loads4-5 tonsLarge remodels, construction, estate clearances
40 Yard Dumpster22 ft x 7.5 ft x 8 ft12-16 pickup loads5-6 tonsCommercial jobs, demolition, big builds

Book a 30 yard dumpster in Flint

Call (810) 275-1545 for a flat rate and a delivery slot — often the same day.

(810) 275-1545 Mon–Sat 7:00am–6:00pm

Answers

30 Yard Dumpster — frequently asked questions

Is a 30 yard dumpster the right size for blight-removal or demolition work?

For most single-structure demolitions, yes. It’s the size we send most often for Genesee County Land Bank and City of Flint blight-removal jobs. If several structures or a larger site are involved, call and describe the scope and we will confirm.

How much weight can a 30 yard dumpster hold?

It carries a 4-5 ton weight allowance, which covers most large remodels, single-structure demolitions and storm cleanups comfortably. Heavier material like wet debris or roofing shingles will use that allowance faster than lighter framing.

Do I need extra space in my driveway or yard for a 30 yard dumpster?

It is the same 22-foot length as our 20 yard, but a foot and a half taller, so the footprint on the ground does not change much — you just get more usable volume. Our driver will confirm your specific site can accommodate it before delivery.

Can a 30 yard dumpster handle storm-debris cleanup?

Yes — downed limbs, damaged fencing and heavy, wet material are exactly the kind of bulky load the 30 yard’s extra height and weight allowance are built for.

How long can I keep a 30 yard dumpster for a large renovation?

Seven days is the standard rental period, and we can extend it for larger jobs that run longer — just call and we will work out timing with you rather than surprising you with a rigid cutoff.

Does a 30 yard dumpster cost more than a 20 yard to deliver in Flint?

We quote every size as a flat rate up front — call (810) 275-1545 for a quote and we will walk through what fits your project rather than quoting blind.

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