15 cubic yards
15 Yard Dumpster Rental
A step up from our smallest container, built for garage cleanouts, flooring removal, and yard waste jobs across Kalamazoo County.
- Licensed & insured
- Same-day in Kalamazoo
- Flat-rate pricing
- All 11 area communities
- Dimensionsabout 16 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 4.5 ft high
- Holdsabout 80-100 kitchen-size trash bags
- Weight included2-3 tons
- Space neededa clear, level run in the driveway
The 15 yard container in Kalamazoo, MI
The 15 yard dumpster is about 16 ft long, 7.5 ft wide, and 4.5 ft high, holding roughly 80 to 100 bags of debris, or 2 to 3 tons. It's a middle-ground size — bigger than the 10 yard but still short enough to place in most residential driveways — that fits the projects that generate more volume than a single room but don't rise to a full remodel.
It's a common pick for garage cleanouts that have accumulated for years, flooring tear-outs where old carpet, tile, or hardwood needs to go, and yard waste hauls after a heavy pruning or storm cleanup weekend.
Capacity
What actually fits in a 15 yard container
Rough working figures. Weight, not volume, is what stops most loads.
| Material | How much fits |
|---|---|
| Full garage cleanout, moderate accumulation | fits comfortably |
| Carpet or tile removal, whole-house flooring job | fits comfortably |
| Yard waste after a big pruning or storm cleanup | fits comfortably |
| Small deck demolition | fits, size permitting |
Suitability
Is the 15 yard the right size for you?
Choose the 15 yard for
- Garage cleanouts
- Flooring removal (carpet, tile, hardwood)
- Yard waste and brush removal
- Small deck or fence tear-outs
Pick a different size for
- Full home renovations
- Roofing jobs on larger homes
- Commercial demolition
Placing a 15 yard container on a Kalamazoo-area property
The 15 yard is a good fit for the yard-waste hauls that follow both of Kalamazoo's real weather seasons — spring and summer storm cleanup after severe thunderstorms and tornado-watch events, and the branch and limb debris that piles up after a winter ice storm or heavy lake-effect snow. It still fits comfortably in most driveways across Kalamazoo County, from Portage subdivisions to the older residential streets closer to the city.
Compare
Every size side by side
| 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?
- 10 Yard Dumpster — the next size smaller
- 20 Yard Dumpster — the next size larger
- Compare all five sizes
- Read the full Kalamazoo sizing guide
Talk to a real person
Book a 15 yard dumpster in Kalamazoo
Call (269) 388-8586. 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
15 Yard Dumpster — questions we get asked
How does the 15 yard compare to the 10 yard?
It's about 2 ft longer and 1 ft taller, giving you roughly 30 to 40 more bags of capacity and an extra ton of weight allowance — useful for a garage cleanout or flooring job that's bigger than a single-room project but doesn't need a full 20 yard.
Can I put yard waste and storm debris in the same 15 yard dumpster?
Yes, branches, brush, and general yard debris are fine together in one container. If you're clearing storm damage after a spring wind event or a winter ice storm, this is usually our most common size for that kind of cleanup.
Will a 15 yard dumpster fit my driveway?
Most residential driveways across Kalamazoo County can accommodate a 15 yard container. If your driveway is unusually narrow or you're on a street with limited off-street parking, mention that when you book and we'll confirm the best size.
Is the 15 yard enough for a flooring tear-out?
For most single-family homes, yes — carpet, tile, or hardwood removal from a typical house fits within the 80-100 bag capacity. Larger homes with multiple flooring types may need to size up to the 20 yard.
Service area
15 Yard Dumpster delivered across Greater Kalamazoo
We run roll-off containers out of our south-Kalamazoo yard near Cork St to all eleven communities we cover across Kalamazoo County — Kalamazoo itself, plus the incorporated cities and villages of Portage, Parchment, Galesburg, Richland and Vicksburg, and the townships of Comstock, Oshtemo, Texas, Kalamazoo and Cooper. Portage and the towns closest to our yard are usually same-day; the farther townships and villages are next-day. If your address is not listed, call anyway. We likely still get there.