Never overload your skip, make sure it’s emptied once it’s filled up.
An enclosed skip is the safest available skip because it will stop contents falling out and prevent dust flying up when waste is put into the skip.
For safety reasons it’s always safer to place skips on the road instead of the pavement.
When hiring a skip there are usually four sizes of skip available; Mini, midi, builders and large.
Large Skips: Suitable for domestic or business use. Ideal for big bulky items.
Be aware that skip hire may require a skip hire permit which will cost money and takes time to organize.
Large Skips: Capacity, 12-14 cu yards or 9.2 - 10.7 cu meters. Height, 5'3” or 1.6 meters. Length, 13'8” or 4.2 meters. Width 6’ or 1.84 meters.
Normally a skip permit is valid for a month after which can be renewed.
Mini Skips: Small, convenient and suitable for small low volume waste projects.
Midi Skips: Small, convenient and suitable for small low volume waste projects.