40 cubic yards
40 Yard Dumpster Rental in Portland, OR
The largest container in the fleet, sized for major demolition, new construction, and large commercial projects.
- Licensed & insured
- Same-day in Portland
- Flat-rate pricing
- All 9 area communities
- Dimensionsabout 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 8 ft high
- Holdsabout 12-16 pickup truck loads
- Weight included5-6 tons
- Space neededa clear, level run in the driveway
The 40 yard container in Portland, OR
The 40 yard dumpster is the biggest container Blue Rose offers, built for the kind of debris volume that comes from major demolition, ground-up new construction, or a large commercial renovation. It's not a size most homeowners need, but for the contractors and property managers who do need it, nothing smaller keeps up with the pace of debris a project this size generates.
Because of its size, a 40 yard needs a genuine staging area with clear truck access, so it's worth talking through site logistics with Blue Rose before booking.
Who actually rents a 40 yard dumpster
New-construction builders, demolition contractors, and larger commercial projects are the typical 40 yard renters. Multi-unit residential builds and significant commercial buildouts around the growing Hillsboro and Beaverton tech corridor are common examples, where the debris volume simply outpaces anything smaller than the largest container available.
Where it fits on your property
This size is meant for active job sites, not typical residential driveways. It needs a wide, clear approach and enough overhead room for delivery, so Blue Rose will usually talk through site access with you before confirming a delivery window for a 40 yard container.
Capacity
What actually fits in a 40 yard container
Rough working figures. Weight, not volume, is what stops most loads.
| Material | How much fits |
|---|---|
| Full structure demolition | Framing, siding, and interior debris from tearing down a house or large structure |
| New-construction build | Ongoing framing scraps, packaging, and construction waste across a large build |
| Large commercial renovation | Debris from gutting and rebuilding a sizable commercial space |
| Multi-unit residential project | Combined construction debris across several units built at once |
Suitability
Is the 40 yard the right size for you?
Choose the 40 yard for
- Full structure demolition
- Ground-up new-construction builds
- Large commercial renovations
- Multi-unit residential construction
- Major property cleanouts after a large-scale project
Pick a different size for
- Residential remodels or cleanouts of any typical size
- Sites without a wide, clear staging area
- Loads that are mostly heavy material like concrete, dirt, or brick
- Anywhere a smaller, easier-to-place container would do the job
Placing a 40 yard container on a Portland-area property
The 40 yard turns up most on the larger new-construction and demolition jobs around the fast-growing Hillsboro and Beaverton tech corridor, and on bigger commercial projects throughout the Portland metro. Because of the truck access it needs, Blue Rose's team will typically confirm your site layout by phone before delivery. On private property, no Portland permit is required for placement; if a job site forces the container into the public right-of-way, a temporary City of Portland permit may be needed, and Blue Rose can help you sort that out.
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 3-4 pickup truck loads | 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 4-5 pickup truck loads | 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 6-8 pickup truck loads | 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 9 pickup truck loads | 4-5 tons | Multi-room remodels and estate cleanouts. |
| 40 Yard Dumpster | about 22 ft long × 7.5 ft wide × 8 ft high | about 12-16 pickup truck loads | 5-6 tons | Commercial projects and major demolition work. |
Not quite right?
- 30 Yard Dumpster — the next size smaller
- Compare all five sizes
- Read the full Portland sizing guide
Talk to a real person
Book a 40 yard dumpster in Portland
Call (971) 754-2757. 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
40 Yard Dumpster — questions we get asked
Do I need special access for a 40 yard dumpster delivery?
Yes, typically. This is the largest container Blue Rose delivers, and it needs a wide, clear approach with enough overhead clearance for the delivery truck. Call (971) 754-2757 to talk through your site before booking.
Is a 40 yard dumpster ever right for a homeowner?
It's rare. Most residential projects, even large remodels, are well served by a 20 or 30 yard container. A 40 yard makes sense mainly for demolition, new construction, or large commercial work. If you're unsure, call and describe your project and Blue Rose can recommend the right fit.
What's the weight limit on a 40 yard dumpster?
It carries a higher tonnage allowance than the smaller sizes, but heavy debris like concrete, dirt, or brick will still hit the weight limit before the container looks full. Call to discuss your debris mix so you don't end up paying overage fees on the wrong container.
Can I get a 40 yard dumpster on short notice?
Blue Rose offers same-day delivery when the schedule allows, but because of the size and access requirements, booking a few days ahead is the safer bet for a 40 yard. Call (971) 754-2757 to check current availability.
Service area
40 Yard Dumpster delivered across the Portland metro area
We run roll-off containers out of our 6425 N Albina Ave yard in Portland to all nine communities we cover — close-in Portland and Gresham on the Multnomah County side, Beaverton, Hillsboro and Tigard out in Washington County, and Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, Oregon City and Happy Valley across the river in Clackamas County. Portland 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.