Picking the right size saves money. Go too small and you order twice. Go too big and you pay for air. Use these simple examples to choose well the first time.
Skip Sizes by Job
4 Yard (Midi)
- Bathroom rip‑out (tiles, fittings, plaster)
- Small garden tidy (hedge cuttings, soil)
- ~40–45 bin bags
6 Yard (Builder’s)
- Kitchen rip‑out with cabinets and worktops
- Soil, hardcore, and bricks
- Heavy waste friendly
8 Yard (Large Builder’s)
- Full room refurb or multiple rooms
- Mixed bulky waste and timber
- Most popular choice
14 Yard (Maxi)
- Whole-house clearance and bulky items
- Great for shop or office refits
- Light waste only — no soil, hardcore, or rubble
- ~120–150 bin bags
What Can Go In (and What Can’t)
Yes: general household waste, wood, plastic, cardboard, metal, soil, rubble, and green waste.
No: paint, solvents, gas bottles, tyres, fridges, freezers, batteries, clinical waste. Ask us first about plasterboard and mattresses.
Full list here: Permit & Recycling Info.
How to Avoid Overfilling
- Break down bulky items. Stack flat where possible.
- Keep weight even. Heavy waste at the bottom.
- Fill to the top edge only. No items above the sides.
- Unsure? Choose the next size up.
Skip vs Grab Hire
Got piles of soil or rubble ready by the kerb or driveway? A Grab Lorry may be faster. It loads in minutes, which cuts labour and site time. If waste will build up over days, a skip is better.
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FAQs
Will a 6 yard skip fit on my driveway?
Most driveways are fine. Allow ~3m width and clear access. Tell us about gates or tight turns.
Can I mix waste types?
Yes, for most sizes. Keep plasterboard bagged. No liquids or hazardous waste.
How long can I keep the skip?
7 days as standard. Extensions are fine if arranged in advance.