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Any home renovation, no matter how big or small, comes with a whole lot of rubbish. Whether you are just refurbishing one room or you are remodelling the whole house, you and your tradespeople will need the correctly sized skip. However, skips come in a range of sizes and each size has a different price tag.
In this article, we are going to explain the different skip sizes, so you know exactly which skip you need for your home renovation.
Skip Sizes
Most skip hire companies offer the same range of skip sizes. They are measured in yards and the most popular skips include:
- 4 Yard Skip – Ideal for smaller projects and single room renovations, such as bathrooms and kitchens, the 4 yard skip can hold 40 bin liners of waste.
- 6 Yard Skip – one of the most popular skips for small to medium size home renovations and clearouts, the 6 yard skip can hold 60 bin liners of waste.
- 8 Yard Skip – Ideal for larger projects, such as the remodelling of multiple rooms, the 8-yard skip can hold 80 bin liners of waste.
- 12 Yard Skip – Ideal for bulky waste, such as furniture, cabinetry and packaging waste, the 12 yard skip can hold approximately 120 bin liners of waste.
- 16 Yard Skip – the largest “traditional” style of skip, the 16-yard skip is ideal for complete home remodels that may include construction waste. It holes 160 bin liners of rubbish.
Some skip hire companies also provide 20-yard and 40-yard ‘roll on roll off’ container skips, which are usually used by commercial businesses, construction sites and industrial projects.
If you cannot decide between two skip sizes, we always advise that you opt for the larger size. It is much better to have too much space than to have to hire a second skip because the first wasn’t big enough!
Other Factors To Consider When Choosing A Skip Hire Company
A brief internet search should come up with a number of skip hire companies in your area. However, before choosing a skip hire company, there are a few factors to consider, including cost, reliability and correct waste management.
When it comes to price, the most affordable is not always the best. If the price seems too good to be true, there may be a reason! Unfortunately, some skip hire “companies” do not carry the correct licences required for correct waste management. When hiring a skip, it is important that you choose a skip hire company that is properly licensed to carry and dispose of waste.
Any legal skip hire company will have a Waste Management License and a Carrier’s Licence, which demonstrates that they correctly manage waste in an environmentally friendly way.
When choosing a skip hire company, you should also consider trust and reliability. Does the skip hire company have good reviews? Do they offer a good all-round service? Will they help you choose the correct skip for your project? If you need a permit for the skip, will they help you obtain it?
Opting for an experienced and reliable skip hire company, with an excellent track record and good customer service is usually the best option when choosing a skip for your home renovation.
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