Which bin size do Ottawa companies suggest for a whole-house renovation?

For a whole-house renovation, bin companies' size guides point to 30 or 40 yards. At least two Ottawa companies describe that range as suited to large renovations and demolitions.

A 30 yard bin runs about 16 to 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and 5 to 6.7 feet high, typical dimensions that vary by company. A 40 yard bin runs about 18 to 23 feet long, about 8 feet wide and 7 to 8 feet high, again typical and varying by company. The length for the same nominal size can differ by up to two times between companies, so ask for the outside dimensions in writing before you book.

A few things shape which size actually fits your job. The mix of materials matters. Heavy material such as soil, concrete and brick usually needs a small or dedicated bin, or a partly filled one, billed by weight, so a whole-house job with heavy debris may need a second, smaller bin. Ask the company which bin it uses for heavy material and what that bin may hold. Your driveway or street placement also limits length: measure the available run and compare it against the outside dimensions the company gives you.

For 30 and 40 yard bins, published prices from Ottawa bin companies seen in October 2026 are too few to give a reliable range in either pricing model. Ask for a price in both models, bin fee plus weight and all-in, with the days and tonnes stated in each.

Before the bin arrives, have in writing the pricing model, how many days and tonnes are included, and the full list of refused and surcharged items, so there are no surprises when the bin is picked up.