Skip Hire Across the UK

Find skip hire companies across the United Kingdom. This directory helps you locate local skip hire services in your area, compare options, and get accurate quotes for your waste removal needs.

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Skip Sizes and Prices

Size	Capacity	Dimensions	Typical uses	Price range
Mini Skip	2-3 cubic yards	4ft x 3ft x 2ft	Small DIY projects, Garden clearance, Bathroom renovation, Small office clear-out	£80–£150
Midi Skip	4-5 cubic yards	5ft x 4ft x 3ft	Kitchen renovation, Medium-sized garden projects, Light commercial waste, Larger DIY jobs	£120–£200
Builders Skip	6-8 cubic yards	6ft x 4ft x 4ft	House renovation, Extension work, Large refurbishment projects, Commercial waste	£150–£250
Large Skip	10-12 cubic yards	10ft x 5ft x 4ft	Large construction projects, Major house clearance, Commercial building work, Multiple room renovations	£200–£350
Roll-on Roll-off (RoRo)	20-40 cubic yards	Various (large container)	Major construction sites, Industrial waste, Large-scale demolition, Commercial projects	£300–£600

What Affects Skip Hire Prices?

Skip size: Larger skips cost more to hire. Mini skips (2-3 yards) are the most affordable, while large RoRo containers are the most expensive.

Waste type: General waste is usually cheapest. Heavier materials (soil, concrete, rubble) or specialist waste (asbestos, electrical items) may cost more.

Hire duration: Most companies include 1-2 weeks hire in the price. Longer hire periods may incur additional daily or weekly charges.

Location: Prices vary by location based on local demand, competition, and distance from the company's depot.

Skip Hire Permits

You typically need a permit if placing a skip on a public road, pavement, or any land that isn't your private property. Permits are issued by your local council and requirements vary by area. If the skip is on your own driveway or private land, you usually won't need a permit. Check your specific town page for local permit costs and requirements.

What Can and Can't Go in a Skip?

✓ Allowed

• General household waste
• Garden waste (soil, turf, plants)
• Wood and timber
• Metals
• Plastics
• Cardboard and paper
• Bricks, rubble, and concrete
• Tiles and ceramics
• Plasterboard (often requires separate skip)

✗ Not Allowed

• Asbestos
• Batteries
• Electrical items (fridges, TVs)
• Fluorescent tubes
• Tyres
• Paint and chemicals
• Gas bottles
• Medical waste
• Food waste

Hazardous waste is prohibited in standard skips nationwide. Some items can be taken to household waste recycling centres instead.

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