Tearing off a roof in Rhode Island produces heavy, dense debris — asphalt shingles alone can weigh 200 to 300 pounds per square. We deliver roofing dumpsters sized specifically for tear-off jobs, with the weight allowance to match. Call (401) 417-3004 for same-day roofing dumpster delivery.
What Size Dumpster Do I Need for a Roof Tear-Off?
Roofing debris is one of the heaviest materials you can put in a dumpster, which means size selection is driven by weight more than volume. Use this as a starting guide based on roof size (measured in “squares” — 1 square = 100 square feet):
- Up to 15 squares, single layer: 10-yard dumpster ($399) — typically 1,500–2,500 lbs
- 15–25 squares, single layer: 15-yard dumpster ($475) — typically 2,500–4,000 lbs
- 20–30 squares, or any roof with 2+ layers of shingles: 20-yard dumpster ($525) — heavier tear-offs with multiple layers can quickly approach 6,000+ lbs
- Large homes, multi-layer tear-offs, or commercial roofing: 30-yard dumpster ($650)
If your roof has more than one layer of existing shingles — common on older Rhode Island homes that have been re-roofed over the original layer — go up one size from what the square footage alone would suggest. Multiple layers compound weight fast.
Roofing Debris Weight and Overage Costs
Asphalt shingle roofing is dense. A 20-square tear-off (a typical Rhode Island cape or colonial) can weigh 4,000 to 6,000 pounds — enough to fill or exceed a 20-yard container’s 2-ton weight allowance on its own, even though the container may look far from full. This is the single most common reason roofing customers hit overage charges when using an undersized container.
Our overage rate is $140 per ton. On most roofing jobs, correctly sizing your container upfront costs less than paying overage on an undersized one — call us with your roof’s square footage and layer count, and we will recommend the right size the first time.
Roofing Contractors — Repeat Rental and Scheduling
If you are a roofing contractor working multiple jobs across Rhode Island, we can accommodate repeat rentals and scheduled deliveries tied to your project calendar. Call us to discuss volume pricing and priority scheduling for ongoing roofing work.
Frequently Asked Questions — Roofing Dumpster Rental
Can I put roofing shingles in a regular dumpster?
Yes, asphalt shingles are accepted in our standard roll-off containers. The only consideration is weight — shingles are dense, so size your container based on total roof square footage and layer count rather than assuming a size based on volume alone.
How much does a roofing dumpster cost in Rhode Island?
The same as our standard pricing: $399 for a 10-yard, $475 for a 15-yard, $525 for a 20-yard, and $650 for a 30-yard. All prices include delivery, pickup, 7-day rental, and the weight allowance. There is no separate “roofing” pricing tier — the container itself is standard, sized to your project’s weight.
Can you deliver a roofing dumpster same-day?
Yes, in most cases. Call before noon at (401) 417-3004 for same-day delivery across Providence, Cranston, Warwick, and most of Providence County.