Never overload your skip, make sure it’s emptied once it’s filled up.

Usually the vehicle delivering the skip to your house will be a LGV and are normally very large. Make sure there is enough room to allow it in and out safely.

If you do need to place a skip on the road or highway make sure the skip is placed in a position where it won’t become a danger to road users.

Builders Skips: Suitable for domestic or business. The most popular type of skip.

Your local council will be able to provide you with information on the placing of skips and permits.

For safety reasons it’s always safer to place skips on the road instead of the pavement.

Never fill a skip with waste materials that could present a potential fire hazard or cause an explosion. Also, materials that could release toxic fumes, pose a health or environmental hazard should not be thrown into a skip.

If you need to hire a skip, contact your local council, they may have a list of approved skip hire companies.

When hiring a skip there are usually four sizes of skip available; Mini, midi, builders and large.

Normally a skip permit is valid for a month after which can be renewed.