A Quick Guide To Builder’s Skips

Most home improvement projects such as decorating, gardening, or renovating can produce waste. If it’s only a small amount, you can dispose it yourself; however, if it doesn’t fit in your rubbish bin, then it’s time to call a skip hire company. With a wide range of skips to choose from, it can be difficult to decide which one is right for your needs. But don’t worry as our quick guide to different skip sizes should make things a little easier for you.
Common skip sizes
Skip sizes are normally measured in cubic yards. For instance, 1 cubic yard is equivalent to the size of two dishwashers or one fridge freezer. Below you will find a simple guide that explains about skip sizes.

Two-yard mini skip (20-30 bin bags)
A two-yard mini skip is capable of fitting up of 30 bin bags of waste so it is best suited for small domestic jobs.

Midi Skip
The 4 cubic yard skip is suitable for old kitchens or bathrooms. This container is also good for garden waste as it has front doors that make loading easy.

Skip for building waste
Any concrete, rubble, or soil waste that’s left from your construction project can be disposed in this 6 cubic yard skip. Its handy size makes it ideal for general household clearance. Some containers even have drop doors for ease of access.

8 cubic yard medium skip
For heavy construction waste or large domestic projects, an 8 cubic yard skip is most commonly used as this is the largest builder’s skip available.

10 yard skip
If you have bulky items that you want to get rid of, a 10 yard skip would be more suitable. This container is typically used for big house clearances and larger amounts of garden waste.

12 yard maxi skip
For bulky renovation works of up to 100 bin bags, choose a 12 yard maxi skip. It is capable of holding heavy waste, however, bear in mind that because of its larger dimensions, some councils won’t allow it to be put on the road so you should try and make room for this skip in your own driveway.

Depending on where you live, you can apply for a permit to your local council prior to putting a skip on the road. Some skip hire companies will take care of this task on your behalf, however, if you are putting the skip on your own driveway, then you won’t need to worry about applying for a permit at all.