TandC

Skip Hire Guide – What You Need to Know

Choosing the Right Skip Size

When hiring a skip, think about what you’re disposing of and how much waste you have.

We offer a wide range of skip sizes. Visit our sizes page to see real-world comparisons rather than just measurements. A useful guide is to estimate how many black bin bags your waste would fill — but remember, this is only a rough guide and will vary depending on the type of waste.

If in doubt, we recommend going slightly larger to avoid the cost of hiring a second skip.

What Can You Put in a Skip?

You can dispose of most general household and commercial waste in a skip.

However, some items are restricted or charged separately.

Additional Charges

• Mattresses and upholstered seating: £25 + VAT each

Prohibited Items

The following cannot be placed in general waste skips:

• Electrical items
• Asbestos (we offer a specialist service)
• Fridges and freezers
• Batteries
• Tyres
• Pressurised containers
• Paint or varnish tins
• Gas cylinders
• Fluorescent tubes
• Liquids of any kind
• Telegraph poles
• Marine wood
• Railway sleepers
• Contaminated soils (testing required)

If you’re unsure about any item, please contact our team — we’re happy to help.

Loading Your Skip

• Skips must be filled level with the top (legal requirement)
• Overfilled skips cannot be collected
• Do not use boards or extensions to increase height

To maximise space:

• Break down bulky items where possible
• Load evenly and efficiently

Skip Placement & Permits

The best place for your skip is on private property, ensuring:

• Safe access for delivery vehicles
• A practical location for loading

If placing a skip on a public road or verge, a council permit is required.

• Permits can take up to 10 working days
• Costs and timeframes vary by council
• We can advise and assist with the process

Delivery Information

• Delivery times are between 07:00 – 17:00
• We cannot guarantee specific time slots due to scheduling

We operate a range of vehicles, including:

• Specialist vehicles for tight access
• Larger lorries for heavy-duty skips

Hire Period & Charges

• Standard hire period: Up to 2 weeks
• Extended hire available upon request

Additional charges:

• £50 + VAT per week for unauthorised extended hire

Pricing & Waste Types

Some materials may be charged differently, including:

• Wood
• Plasterboard
• Non-recyclable waste (e.g. roofing felt, insulation)

In some cases, pricing may switch to a haulage and tonnage rate.

Payment Options

We accept most payment methods:

• Debit or credit card (via phone)
• Online booking system

For any payment queries, please contact our team.

Site Conditions & Liability

• Our pricing includes 30 minutes loading time
• Delays may incur a demurrage charge (£1.50 per minute)

Important:

• Customers are responsible for ensuring safe ground conditions
• We are not liable for damage to:
  
  • Driveways
  • Gardens
  • Block paving or slabs
  • Overhead cables or structures
• Skips remain the customer’s responsibility while on-site
  

 

Need Help?

If you’re unsure about anything — waste types, skip size, permits, or pricing — just give us a call and our team will be happy to help.