Demolition Debris Weight and Haul-Away Cost Calculator
Estimate the total weight of demolition debris and haul-away cost based on your project's square footage, material composition, and local disposal rates.
Formulas Used
1. Debris Volume (ft³)
Volume = Area (ft²) × Depth (ft)
Depth in inches is divided by 12 to convert to feet.
2. Debris Weight (lb)
Weight = Volume (ft³) × Material Density (lb/ft³) × Compaction Factor
3. Weight in Tons (short tons)
Tons = Weight (lb) ÷ 2,000
4. Truck Loads
Loads = ⌈ Tons ÷ Truck Capacity (tons/load) ⌉ (ceiling function)
5. Haul-Away Cost ($)
Haul Cost = Tons × Haul-Away Rate ($/ton)
6. Landfill / Dump Fee ($)
Dump Cost = Tons × Dump Fee ($/ton)
7. Total Cost ($)
Total = Haul Cost + Dump Cost
8. Cost per Square Foot ($)
Cost/ft² = Total Cost ÷ Area (ft²)
Assumptions & References
- A short ton equals 2,000 lb, the standard unit used in U.S. waste hauling contracts.