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20-yard Dumpster Rental in Knoxville, TN

A 20-yard dumpster is ideal for Knoxville renovations, large cleanouts, roofing jobs. It runs $475–$629 here (about $550 average), holds roughly 6 pickup truck loads, and includes a 7–10 days rental.

Avg. Price
$550
Range
$475–629
Weight Incl.
3 tons
Holds
~6 loads

Aggregated market estimate — not a verified quote. Verified prices, when available, appear on individual hauler listings below.

Data last checked: Jun 21, 2026Listings reviewed this date — not a guarantee every price is verified.

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Independent dumpster operators serving Knoxville. Contact any of them directly for a 20-yard quote.

Aries Dumpster Rental ◆ Featured Partner
Knoxville & Maryville · Same-day delivery

Rates depend on the load: what you're tossing, how heavy it runs, and access at the Knoxville & Maryville drop site. You'll get a quote scoped to your project rather than a ballpark.

Ward Dumpsters
Knox, Blount & Loudon

Instead of a flat range, this hauler quotes Knox, Blount & Loudon jobs on weight, material, and placement — so the price you're given is the price for your specific haul.

VaVia Knoxville
Knoxville & East TN · Same-day

Instead of a flat range, this hauler quotes Knoxville & East TN jobs on weight, material, and placement — so the price you're given is the price for your specific haul.

DumpStor of Knoxville
Knoxville & surrounding · Same-day

This operator prices each Knoxville & surrounding job to the work itself — debris type, weight, and drop site — so there's no padded range, just the real cost of what you're clearing out.

CW Dumpster Rentals
Knoxville metro

Instead of a flat range, this hauler quotes Knoxville metro jobs on weight, material, and placement — so the price you're given is the price for your specific haul.

Junk Bee Gone
Knox, Blount & Loudon · Same-day

Quotes for Knox, Blount & Loudon jobs are built from the specifics — how heavy the debris runs, what material it is, and site access — so you get a firm figure instead of an estimate.

What Can You Put in a 20-yard Dumpster?

A 20-yard holds about 6 pickup-truck loads of debris — renovations, large cleanouts, roofing. Here's what Knoxville customers typically use it for:

Full kitchen or bathroom remodel
2,500–3,000 sq ft of single-layer roofing
Large garage or basement cleanout
Flooring removal across several rooms
Deck demolition up to ~400 sq ft
Whole-home decluttering or estate clearout
20-yard Dimensions
22' Ă— 8' Ă— 4.5'
Length × Width × Height (typical)
Capacity20 cubic yards
Pickup loads~6
Weight included3 tons
Overage feeHeavy debris fills weight limits fast

Is a 20-yard the Right Size?

If your project is smaller or larger, here's what else Knoxville haulers offer:

20-yard Dumpster FAQ — Knoxville

A 20-yard dumpster rental in Knoxville averages $550, with most quotes falling between $475 and $629. That includes delivery, pickup, a 7–10 days rental, and about 3 tons of weight allowance.
Roughly 6 full-size pickup truck loads. It's the most popular size because it handles most home projects without being oversized.
Most driveways can accommodate a 20-yard dumpster. The container measures approximately 22' Ă— 8' Ă— 4.5'. You'll want around 60 feet of clearance for the delivery truck. No street permit is needed for private driveways — only if the dumpster goes on a public street.

The 20-yard is a strong choice for renovations, large cleanouts, roofing in Knoxville. At roughly 22' Ă— 8' Ă— 4.5', it fits comfortably in most driveways without a street permit. If you're weighing it against a nearby size, the rule of thumb is to size up when in doubt — a slightly larger dumpster costs far less than ordering a second haul because you underestimated.