Dumpster Calculators for Common Project Debris

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Drywall Weight Calculator

Drywall, sheetrock, and plaster are common building materials in most homes and, therefore, are often removed during remodels and renovations. To calculate the debris weight of these materials, use both the square footage and the thickness of the materials.

The thickness of the drywall you’re removing matters because even small variations can change the weight of a standard (non-ultralight) 4-foot by 8-foot sheet of drywall.

For example:

  • At 3/8-inch thick, a standard 4’x 8’ sheet weighs roughly 45 pounds
  • A ½-inch-thick 4’x8’ sheet typically weighs 51 pounds
  • A 5/8-inch-thick 4’x8’ sheet of drywall will weigh about 70 pounds

Like with any material, the exact weight of drywall will vary a bit based on manufacturers, humidity, and the actual manufacturing process. But in general, a rough estimate of drywall debris weight is sufficient to help you choose the right size dumpster for your project.

Use our Drywall Weight Calculator to estimate your drywall debris weight.

  • How to use the Dumpster Weight Calculators + Debris Weight Estimates

    To use the redbox+ Dumpsters calculators, fill in the required fields with the relevant information, and click “Calculate Weight.” You will see an estimate of the debris weight in both pounds and tons appear in the “Total Weight” box.

    You will then use this debris weight estimate to help select the right roll-off dumpster for your job. You can choose and book your dumpster rental in one of two ways:

    1. Visit our Book Online portal (Look for weight limits or tons included for each dumpster.)
    2. Call your local redbox+ Dumpsters team (Let them know your debris weight estimate.)

    Uncertain about any of the numbers needed to use this calculator? No problem! Simply contact your local redbox+ Dumpsters provider to discuss the details of your project. We’ll be glad to provide a free phone consultation to help you determine the right dumpster size.

    Disclaimer: Our weight calculators are for estimation purposes only. Actual cost of disposal service may vary depending upon weight and type of waste material. Please contact your local redbox+ Dumpster service provider for a reliable estimate.

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Why Choose redbox+ Dumpsters

  • Saves Money

    Our two-in-one combo exclusive and U.S. Patented design saves you from having to contact another company to rent an additional portable toilet or dumpster. We have redefined waste solutions to give you the easiest and most affordable option!

  • Exceptional Service

    With one call, we can get you set up for a toilet and dumpster combo, many times within 24 – 48 hours! There are only a few pieces of information needed to get you set up!

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    Convenient Service

    Throughout the duration of your rental, we are more than happy to service your container as often as needed. Give us a quick call and we will be there within 24 – 48 hours to service your project Best part? The portable toilets can be regularly serviced and cleaned without ever leaving the job site. Ultimate convenience.

What Our Customers Say

WE LOVE WHAT WE DO & WE LOVE HELPING YOU!

  • The last year we stayed home more than ever like everyone else and made us realize we really needed to declutter and just get rid of old clothes, furniture, and the last carpet we had left. We thought just our regular waste bins would do but we were wrong. As soon as we started cleaning out on a Saturday morning with just one room, we realized we needed to call a dumpster service. Redbox plus really came through with one of their smaller ones and they even taught us about what we were allowed to throw away in their dumpster and what wasn’t. All we had to do was call them to pick up the dumpster after we were done and that was it!

    – Jodie C.

  • A home roofing contractor we liked disappointed us a bit when he didn’t come prepared with a dumpster for all the waste. We googled for the best local dumpster rental and found Redbox+. The job was going to take all week, so the porta potty combo was probably the most convenient one for us. We called in the morning and the rolloff was here by the afternoon! Really recommended and they even took care of both the waste in the container and the toilet. Awesome service.

    – Ralf H.

  • Can’t say enough good things about redbox plus. We were really doubting even going through with our landscaping renovation because we were told we would need to rent a container for several days, but their customer service made it as easy as just telling them when what and where. They answered any questions we had and it ended up making the entire project finish ahead of schedule.

    – Xavier M.

  • Finally got to do the bathroom remodeling we have been planning for years and our contractor recommended redbox +. We really thought there wasn’t much to a dumpster rental company and that all of them were the same, but recommendations are good so we went with them. I can’t imagine ever even thinking about anyone else again for dumpster rentals! They’re red, clean, and their midsize ones are really appropriate for residential areas. Customer service was great too.

    – Rebbeca S.

  • We rented one of their toilet and dumpster combos for the extra room we were building at home. But we forgot who was going to take care of the…waste in the toilets. They didn’t need any reminding from us. They came the same day, cleaned it out with their neat pump and vac system, at no extra charge, and properly disposed of everything. We didn’t have to worry about a thing, only paying them.

    – Carol T.

  • We didn’t have a big budget after a fire damaged our garage and part of our living room and we needed to get to work quickly on repairs. Worrying about all the waste from the fire damage was the last thing on our minds. Redbox + really came through. Affordable, they got here right away and helped us with separating what we could throw into the dumpster and what we couldn’t (you can’t just dump a burned garage door motor anywhere).

    – Marcos K.

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