Our 6-yard skip is the classic all-rounder builder skip for bathroom refits, small kitchen projects and medium house clear-outs across Medway, Gillingham, Chatham, Rainham and Strood, as well as wider Kent and the South East.
Skip Hire Team is an Upper Tier Waste Broker CBDU596771 based in Rochester (ME2) serving all over South East. Enter your postcode to see live prices and book online in minutes.
If you’re clearing a whole 3–4 bedroom house or generating a lot of heavy hardcore, we may recommend an 8-yard builder skip instead.
Still unsure about sizes? View our full range of skips or call our team on 0800 260 5989 and we’ll recommend the best option for your project.
A 6 yard skip is the classic “builder’s skip” big enough for most medium-sized home renovation and clear-out jobs, without overwhelming your driveway.
“Skip hire prices vary depending on several factors: Location, Rental Duration, Skip Size, Waste Type, Permits and Licenses, Delivery and Collection.”
Overfilled or dangerously loaded skips cannot be collected and may incur additional charges.
A 6 yard skip will fit on most driveways in Medway and Kent, but we still need safe access for the lorry:
This skip is perfect when you’re doing one full bathroom OR clearing out multiple rooms at once.
Upholstered furniture and mattresses may be allowed, but can carry an extra disposal charge. Ask before loading.
A permit is legally required if you plan to place a skip on a public road, pavement, or council-owned land. As part of our service, we can handle the permit application for you.
When booking, simply select where you’d like the skip placed. The fee will be automatically added if a permit is needed.
Permit Fees:
A 7-day permit ranges from £30 to £50, while a 14-day permit costs around £95 or more.
We work with local depots to offer convenient delivery and collection:
If you think you’ll need the skip for longer, ask our team about extending your hire; extra days are usually available for an additional charge.
Clear your Doubts
Check our FAQs for quick answers to the most common queries. If you need more help, call our team on 0800 260 5989.
Yes, heavy waste like bricks, hardcore and soil is allowed in a 6 yard skip, but:
We take your 6 yard skip to a licensed waste transfer station, where:
This way, you get your space back quickly and know your waste is handled responsibly.
Our recent bookings indicate that in most areas of Kent and the South East, a 6-yard skip typically costs between £270 and £305 for up to 14 days, with extensions available at £30 per day.
6-yard skip hire prices vary depending on your postcode, Hire duration, Waste type, road permit, and other factors. For an exact quote, use our online booking tool.
A 6 yard skip holds about 6 cubic yards (around 4.59m³) of waste.
Typical dimensions are 3.05m (L) x 1.52m (W) x 1.22m (H) and it fits roughly 50–60 bin bags of waste, depending on how you load it.
Our standard hire is up to 14 days, which is usually enough for most home projects.
If you need it for longer, you can extend from £30 per extra day, just let us know before your collection date.
Most standard driveways in Medway and across Kent can comfortably take a 6 yard skip, as long as:
4 Yard Skip
Suitable For:
Medium Garden Cleanups
Medium Home Renovations
Bulk Household Clear-Outs
Medium Garage Clear-Outs
8 Yard Skip
Suitable For:
Construction Debris
Major Landscaping Projects
Medium Commercial Projects
Large Garden Clearances
10 Yard Skip
Suitable For:
Large Renovation Projects
Large Construction Sites
Major Garden Makeovers
Large Commercial Clearances
12 Yard Skip
Suitable For:
Large Construction Projects
Major Renovations
Demolition Waste
Large Commercial Clearances
