Start with the work, not the number
Think about what is coming out and how it is shaped. A garage cleanout can include compact boxes, shelves, and odd bulky pieces. A remodel might include cabinets and other dense debris. A yard project may combine branches with heavy soil, though A1 does not accept dirt. A size label gives volume, but it does not tell you exactly how much your own material will weigh or how it will stack. Before choosing, make a rough list of the main items and tell Aaron what kind of project you are doing. He can help you compare the 16-yard and 20-yard options without promising that a particular pile will fit.
What the 16-yard package includes
A1’s 16-yard dumpster is $300 for 1 to 3 days. The package includes up to 3,000 lbs, with $25 for each extra day and $100 for each additional 3,000 lbs over the included weight. For smaller remodels and many home cleanouts, this is one of the two options to ask about. It may also be suitable when you have less material or when the job is concentrated in one area. Heavy debris can change the comparison, so describe what is being loaded. Concrete and dirt are not allowed, and tires are not allowed. If your project includes materials you have not discussed before, ask before putting them in.
When to compare the 20-yard
The 20-yard package is $350 for 1 to 3 days and includes up to 4,000 lbs. Each extra day is $25. Above the included allowance, the charge is $100 for each extra 4,000 lbs. That package has a higher price and a higher included weight allowance than the 16-yard. A1 lists larger cleanouts, roofing, landscaping, and construction debris among the jobs that may call for more room. The type and weight of your debris still matter. If you have roofing work, tell A1 the roof size and layers from your roofer’s estimate. For a big cleanout, explain which large items are involved and about how much you plan to remove.
Compare the full package
Price is one part of the choice. Compare the rental window, the weight included, the extra-day price, and the overage step that applies to each size. For the 16-yard, each additional 3,000 lbs costs $100 after the included 3,000 lbs. For the 20-yard, each additional 4,000 lbs costs $100 after the included 4,000 lbs. These are A1’s rental terms, not a statement about a city or landfill rule. The rental is for 1 to 3 days. If you think your work might take longer, ask about the schedule before you reserve. There is no deposit. A1 takes cash, Zelle, and credit card.
A quick call can settle the choice
Have the project location, preferred dates, and a rough list of materials ready. In Denver, Aurora, Commerce City, Thornton, Northglenn, Westminster, Arvada, Lakewood, Englewood, or Brighton, include the city when you call. If the placement may be on a public street, check the relevant local page and ask about the placement plan. The Denver dumpster page explains the local permit reference, and the service area hub links the other core city pages. You can also review A1’s full price breakdown before you book. Same-day delivery depends on a dumpster being available.
What is the price difference between a 16-yard and 20-yard dumpster?
A1 charges $300 for the 16-yard and $350 for the 20-yard, each for 1 to 3 days. Both have a $25 extra-day fee.
How much weight is included?
The 16-yard includes up to 3,000 lbs. The 20-yard includes up to 4,000 lbs. Overage is $100 for each extra 3,000 lbs or 4,000 lbs, depending on size.
Which size should I order for a cleanout?
Describe the rooms, bulky items, and approximate amount of debris to A1. The company can help you compare its two sizes and confirm availability.
Talk through your project.
Call or text Aaron at (720) 338-2178. Share your city, project, material, size, and preferred date.