20-Yard Dumpster Rental in Las Cruces for Roofing & Big Cleanouts
The roll-off Las Cruces contractors and homeowners lean on for the big stuff — a roof tear-off, a whole-house renovation, a full estate cleanout, or a garage-and-yard haul in one drop. $250 to $375 all-in, with fast same-day delivery available.
📞 Call (575) 319-8484 — Check AvailabilityThe Roll-Off Most Big Las Cruces Jobs Land On
The 20-yard is the size we drop most often, and for good reason — it swallows a single-layer roof tear-off or a multi-room renovation without forcing a second haul, yet at 22 feet it still fits most Las Cruces driveways without a street permit. It sits in the middle of our large sizes: roomier than the 15, well short of the 30. If your project is really one room or a single-car garage, a smaller 15-yard container will save you money and still get the job done.
Doing a roof tear-off or hauling concrete?
Then weight, not volume, is what fills the box — and it is easy to underestimate out here. Asphalt shingles run about 250 pounds per roofing square, so a 25-square tear-off can approach 3 tons before the container looks half full. Concrete, adobe, and dirt are heavier still. Tell us the materials up front and we match the box to the weight, not just the space. Here is how tonnage and overages work, and if the load is clearly bigger than one roof, the larger 30-yard option is the better call.
⚠️ Heavy-material heads-up: Shingles, concrete, adobe, and dirt are dense. A box packed with any of them can pass the 3–4 ton allowance while it still looks half empty. Mention them when you book so we size the load correctly instead of surprising you with an overage.
| 20-Yard Quick Specs | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 22 ft × 8 ft × 4.5 ft |
| Capacity | 20 cubic yards (~6 pickup-truck loads, ~110 large trash bags) |
| Weight included | 3–4 tons |
| Overage rate | $60–$80 per extra ton (certified SCSWA scale ticket attached) |
| Rental period | 7–10 days |
| Extra days | $10–$25 per day |
| Price | $215–$325 all-in |
| Same-day delivery | Yes — available upon request |
A 20-yard roll-off in Las Cruces is $250 to $375 all-in — delivery, your rental period, and pickup included. The price is locked before the truck leaves the yard, so the number you are quoted is the number on your invoice. Past the 3–4 ton allowance it is $60 to $80 per extra ton, weighed on a certified scale with the ticket on your bill. No surprise line items.
Jobs a 20-Yard Handles Around Las Cruces
Roof Tear-Off
A single-layer asphalt tear-off up to about 25 to 30 squares. Shingles are heavy, so weight is the limit — a second layer or a big roof may need more room.
Whole-House Renovation
A multi-room gut — cabinets, flooring, drywall, fixtures, and trim from several rooms at once, or a full interior refresh before a sale.
Garage & Yard Combo
A packed two-car garage plus a round of yard debris in one haul — shelving, tools, old appliances, sod, and mesquite together.
Full Estate Cleanout
An entire home of furniture and household goods for an estate or move-out, including the garage and closets, in a single drop.
Deck & Concrete Removal
A large wood deck plus a concrete patio or walkway. Concrete is heavy, so we may load it partway — ask and we will plan the weight.
New Construction Debris
Framing offcuts, drywall scrap, packaging, and site debris from a new build or major addition around the Mesilla Valley.
Not sure the 20 is the right size?
It is the most-rented size for a reason, but it is not always the cheapest right answer. A one-room remodel or a compact roof rarely needs this much box, and pure concrete or dirt loads are usually better in a smaller container filled partway. When the job clearly runs bigger — a full demolition, a large multi-trade build — size up instead of forcing two pickups. For roofing specifically, our roofing tear-off guide covers squares, layers, and driveway protection in more detail.
What a Local Crew Knows About Las Cruces Loads
- Shingles weigh more than they look. A tear-off is the classic job for this size, but asphalt shingles run roughly 250 pounds a square. A typical 25-square Las Cruces roof is over 3 tons of material, so the weight allowance — not the walls of the box — decides your size. We ask for squares and layers on every roofing call.
- Concrete, adobe, and dirt are weight bombs. For a pure concrete driveway, an opened-up adobe wall, or a dirt haul, a full 20 would be far too heavy to lift safely. On those jobs we load a container partway or drop a smaller box, then plan the tonnage with you up front so an overage never catches you off guard.
- Roofing season runs around the monsoon. Local roofers push tear-offs before the summer monsoon sets in and again once it clears, so demand for this size spikes from late spring through early fall. In that stretch, book a couple of days ahead to lock in same-day or next-day delivery.
✅ What You Can Load
- A full single-layer roof tear-off (up to ~25–30 squares)
- A whole-house renovation, several rooms at once
- A two-car garage plus yard debris in one haul
- Furniture and goods from a full-house cleanout
- Framing, drywall, and offcuts from new construction
- Flooring and carpet from a ~2,000–2,500 sq ft home
❌ What Has to Stay Out
Never accepted:
- Paint, tires, batteries
- Electronics, motor oil, asbestos
- Propane, liquids, or medical waste
Not sure about an item? Text us a photo before you load it.
Dispatching 20-Yard Bins Across the Region
Whether you are tearing off a heavy roof in Picacho Hills, renovating an older property in the Mesquite historic district, or clearing a massive East Mesa estate, our drivers know how to set a 22-foot bin right where it belongs. We deploy our workhorse 20-yarders daily across Las Cruces and the greater Doña Ana County area without sneaking in hidden travel fees.
From zip codes 88001 through 88012 to neighboring communities like Fairacres and Tortugas, we have your job site covered. If you operate outside the main city limits, check our delivery zones to confirm rapid deployment to your address.
20-Yard Dumpster FAQs — Las Cruces
How much does a 20-yard dumpster cost in Las Cruces?
A 20-yard roll-off runs $250 to $375 all-in, covering delivery, your rental period, and pickup. The price is locked before the truck leaves the yard, so your quote matches your invoice. Weight past the allowance is $60 to $80 per ton on a certified scale.
What is a 20-yard dumpster good for in Las Cruces?
It is the workhorse size: a single-layer roof tear-off, a whole-house renovation, a large garage plus yard cleanout, or a full estate clear-out. That is about 20 cubic yards, roughly six pickup-truck loads or 110 large trash bags of debris.
Is a 20-yard big enough for a roof tear-off in Las Cruces?
For most homes, yes. A single-layer tear-off up to about 25 to 30 squares fits a 20-yard. Shingles are heavy, though, so weight caps the box before volume does. Tell us the number of squares and layers when you book so we size it right.
How long is the rental period for a 20-yard in Las Cruces?
Your 20-yard comes with a 7 to 10 day window, enough for most roofing and renovation jobs. Need more time? Extra days run $10 to $25 each, just call before the period ends. Same-day pickup is available across most of Las Cruces once you are done.
How much weight can a 20-yard dumpster hold in Las Cruces?
A 20-yard includes 3 to 4 tons before overage, which is $60 to $80 per ton on a certified SCSWA scale. Dense debris like shingles, concrete, adobe, and dirt hits that ceiling fast, so mention heavy materials when you call and we will size the load right.