A roofing dump trailer is the unit roofers rent when tear-off debris has to leave the job the same day. Old shingles, felt, flashing, and nails pile up faster than a pickup bed can handle, and a stationary box only works if the truck can keep swapping it. A roofing trailer with a hydraulic bed lets the crew load at the house, drive to the dump, and unload without shoveling the whole load back out by hand.
This page is about choosing and loading that trailer—not about a hauling service. AMD Trailer Rental does not run the roof for you and does not quote per-square tear-off labor. You tow the trailer, you dump it, and you bring it back. The McKinney yard is open for pickup around the clock after you reserve.
Why roofers use a dump trailer instead of extra truck trips
A pickup can move a small repair. A full re-roof is a different problem. Shingles are dense, nails hide in the pile, and wet debris weighs more than it looks. Crews rent a roofing dump trailer when they want three things at once: sides that contain the mess, a bed big enough for more than one trip’s worth of scrap, and a hoist so the dump takes minutes instead of an hour with shovels.
A roll-off dumpster is still the right tool on some streets. Tight cul-de-sacs, HOA rules, or a roof that will sit open for several days often favor a box that stays on site. A trailer is usually the better fit when the crew already has a capable tow vehicle, needs to make more than one dump run, and does not want to wait on a swap. AMD also offers dumpster drop-off and pickup when a trailer is the wrong shape for the job.
- Multiple dump runs in one day on a large tear-off
- Hydraulic unload instead of shoveling a cargo box
- Sides that help keep shingles and flashing in the bed
- You choose when to leave the site, instead of waiting on a haul truck
5×10 vs 7×14 roofing trailer sizes
AMD’s McKinney dump fleet includes both sizes. Neither page lists a guaranteed payload in pounds for roofing debris. Treat the figures below as the published build, then confirm the sticker on the unit you reserve. Do not treat any round “8,000 to 10,000 pound payload” line from another site as a promise for these trailers.
| Unit | When roofers often choose it | Verified notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5×10 Big Tex dump | Partial tear-offs, smaller roofs, tight driveways | Dual 3,500 lb axles; 2-5/16″ hitch; Power Up / Gravity Down |
| 7×14 Texas Pride dump | Full re-roofs, heavier debris volume, contractor pace | 7′×14′×4′; GVWR 14,000 lbs; dual 7,000 lb axles; 2-5/16″ hitch |
Size up when the job is a full tear-off or the shingles are wet and stacked. Volume that looks like it fits in the smaller bed can still exceed a safe weight. If you are unsure, start with the weight guide: how much a dump trailer weighs, then match that to your truck’s door-sticker tow rating.
How tear-off weight actually adds up
Asphalt shingles are heavier than they look in a loose pile. One square is a modest stack in the driveway and a real load once you have stripped several squares, plus underlayment, drip edge, and the nails that come with them. Wet shingles and multiple layers from an older roof push the same visual pile into a different weight class. That is why a roofing trailer decision is a weight decision, not only a “will it fit in the box” decision.
Plan dump runs before the roof is half off. Crews get into trouble when they keep loading because the bed still has wall space, then discover the truck is squatting and the brakes feel wrong on the way to the landfill. Stop at the published ratings. If the first load felt heavy, the next load should be smaller, not larger.
Keep people out of the fall zone when the bed is rising. Power Up / Gravity Down on the 5×10 means the hoist lifts with power and comes down by gravity—do not stand behind the tailgate while it cycles. Clear the gate, chains, and any low wires before you raise the bed.
Tow vehicle, hitch, and brakes
Both listed dumps use a 2-5/16 inch ball. A 2-inch ball in that coupler is not a close-enough substitute. Match the ball, latch the coupler, cross the safety chains, and plug in lights and brakes before you leave the yard. If you are not sure which ball is on the truck, read ball and hitch sizes before pickup day.
A brake controller is part of the setup on these heavier dumps, not an optional accessory you can skip because the drive to the dump is short. Tongue weight matters too: debris piled at the very back of the bed lightens the hitch and makes the trailer more likely to wander. Keep the heavier mass forward of the axles, inside the sides, and under the GVWR. The companion note on what tongue weight is explains the feel you are trying to avoid.
What to tell us when you reserve
Day rates for these two dumps are published on the inventory pages and summarized on how much it is to rent a dump trailer. Rates can change, so confirm the dates you need. When you call or use the reservation form, say whether the job is a patch or a full tear-off, and whether you expect one dump run or several. That is enough for the yard to point you at the 5×10 or the 7×14 without guessing.
You will need a tow vehicle rated for the trailer you book, a matching ball, working lights, and a plan for the landfill or transfer station you already use. AMD does not schedule the dump site and does not include dump fees in the trailer rental. Budget those separately.
Pickup
Reserve on the rent trailer form or call (469) 972-8824. Pickup and return are at 5168 Baxter Well Rd, McKinney, TX 75071. Yard access is 24 hours after you have a reservation. The Allen office is administrative only—trailers are not picked up there. Browse the rest of the fleet on trailer rental inventory if the job is materials in, not debris out.
FAQ
Is a 5×10 enough for a full roof tear-off?
Sometimes, on a small roof, if you are willing to make more than one dump run. Many full tear-offs are easier in the 7×14. Match volume and weight, not just the footprint of the house.
What hitch do these roofing dump trailers use?
Both the 5×10 Big Tex and the 7×14 Texas Pride list a 2-5/16 inch hitch on their inventory pages.
Do you haul the shingles for me?
No. This is a trailer rental. You tow, dump, and return the unit. If you need a box left on site, ask about dumpster drop-off instead.
Where do I confirm weight ratings?
Use the dump trailer weight guide and the sticker on the reserved unit. Blog text is not a substitute for that plate.