When to choose a 10-yard
A 10-yard standard or lowboy is best for small-volume but heavy loads: concrete tear-outs, dirt removal, rock, brick and asphalt. The lowboy version has short walls that make hand-loading easy and keeps total weight under legal hauling limits.
When to choose a 15-yard
A 15-yard is the sweet spot for small remodels, garage cleanouts, single-room demolitions and yard waste. It holds about 50% more mixed debris than a 10-yard standard, but its 2-ton weight allowance makes it the wrong pick for heavy materials.
Cost considerations
A 15-yard typically costs only a little more than a 10-yard standard, so if your debris is light and bulky, the upgrade is usually worth it. For heavy debris, going larger does NOT save money — you'll hit the weight limit long before the volume limit.
Side-by-side comparison
| Spec | 10-Yard (Lowboy) | 15-Yard Standard |
|---|---|---|
| CapacityPick | 10 cu yd (~3 truck loads) | 15 cu yd (~4.5 truck loads) |
| Weight allowance | 2 tons included (overage billed) | Tonnage varies — call for quote |
| Best for | Concrete, dirt, rock, asphalt | Mixed cleanouts, small remodels |
| Walls | Low (~2 ft) | Standard (~4-5 ft) |
