Choosing the right skip size depends on the type of waste, how much space you have, and whether you are dealing with a small home project or a larger trade or commercial job. Enter your postcode to compare local skip hire prices, available sizes, and delivery slots in your area. This makes it easier to see what is available near you and book the right skip without making multiple calls or waiting for a manual quote.
When comparing skip hire prices, it helps to think beyond the skip size alone. Prices usually depend on the size you choose, location, waste type, permit requirements, and hire duration.
Our recent booking data shows the average skip hire cost ranges from £220 to £455 (inc VAT) for standard 4- to 12-yard skips. For larger commercial jobs, 20 and 40-yard RORO skips are quoted separately based on haulage, tonnage, and collection frequency.
A 6-yard skip for heavy waste can sometimes be a better value than a larger skip if the material is dense. In the same way, a 10- or 12-yard skip may be more cost-effective for bulky light waste, even if the headline price is higher.
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Skip Size
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Typical Load
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Best For
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Typical Price Range
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Heavy Waste Allowed?
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30–40
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Garden waste, bathroom refit
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£220 – £245
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Limited
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50–60
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Kitchen rip-out, small extension
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£290 – £305
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Yes
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70–80
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Full house clearance, bulky waste
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£310 – £330
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Yes
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80–100
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Major house clearances, large volumes of light bulky waste, wood, and plastic
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£370 – £430
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No
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100–120
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Large office/home clear-out
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£440 – £455
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No
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200-220
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Construction, demolition, and large commercial waste streams
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Varies
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Quoted
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400-440
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Commercial waste
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Varies
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Quoted
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Note on Surcharges: Placing items like mattresses, fridges/freezers, and tyres incurs an additional fee between £20 and £40 per item due to recycling regulations.
Skip Hire Team is a Medway-based licensed waste carrier and broker (CBDU596771). When you book online, we assign your job to a licensed local skip partner near your postcode for on-time delivery and collection. Waste is handled through licensed recycling facilities, and booking includes clear pricing and instant confirmation.
Whether you need a 4 yard skip for a small clearance, a 6 or 8 yard skip for renovation waste, or RORO skip hire for a commercial project, the goal is the same: make choosing and booking the right skip straightforward. Choose the right size
Before You Book
A 4-yard skip is one of the best options for small skip hire, including light home clear-outs, small bathroom or kitchen projects, and garden waste. It is often chosen where driveway space is limited, and the waste volume is relatively low.
A 6 yard skip is a popular choice for medium-sized projects and heavier mixed waste. It is often used for bathroom refits, kitchen renovations, home improvements, and builder’s waste where a smaller skip may not be enough.
An 8 yard skip is often seen as one of the most versatile options for bigger projects. It works well for larger clear-outs, renovation work, and mixed waste where more capacity is needed without jumping to a bulky light-waste skip.
A 10 yard skip gives you more space for bulky, lighter waste and is often chosen for larger home, trade, or office clear-outs. It is useful where volume matters more than weight.
A 12 yard skip is designed for larger loads of lighter waste and is commonly used on bigger domestic, trade, and commercial jobs. It is a strong option when you need more capacity for non-heavy materials.
If you need commercial skip hire for a major site clearance, demolition project, or bulk waste job, 20 yard and 40 yard RORO skips are usually the right option. These are larger roll-on roll-off containers used for heavier and higher-volume waste streams.
If your skip is placed on a public road or pavement, a council permit is required. We can arrange the permit for you. Most permits last 7–14 days and cost around £55–£90 and take 3 to 5 working days.
If you choose Public Highway, we’ll automatically add the council permit fee to your total and arrange it for you.
Recommendation: A 4 Yard Midi Skip is usually perfect for a standard bathroom suite (bath, toilet, sink) plus tiles and packaging.
Recommendation: You must use a 6 Yard Skip. Do not order anything larger (8-yard+), as the truck cannot legally lift larger skips filled with heavy rubble.
Recommendation: Go for a 10 yard skip and 12 Yard Skip. House clearances produce a lot of “light bulk” (boxes, clothes, furniture) that takes up volume quickly.
Recommendation: An 8 Yard Skip is best. Furniture shapes are awkward and create empty spaces, so you need the extra volume.
Our FAQ section covers everything you need to know, from permit requirements to skip sizes and waste types.
Skip hire costs depend on the skip size, your postcode, the waste type, permit requirements, and how long you need the skip for. Our recent booking data shows the average cost ranges from £220 to £455 (inc VAT) for standard 4- to 12-yard skips. For 20 and 40-yard RORO skips get prices over the phone.,
Yes. Use our online skip cost calculator to compare live skip hire prices, available skip sizes, and delivery slots near you.
For many builder’s waste jobs, 6 and 8 yard skips are the most practical choices because they balance capacity and weight better than larger bulky-waste skips.
Both are larger skips for bulky lighter waste, but a 12 yard skip gives you more capacity and is often better for larger domestic or commercial clear-outs.
RORO skip hire is best for larger commercial, demolition, and site jobs where 20 or 40 yard capacity is needed.
No, heavy waste such as soil, bricks, and rubble should not go in 10-yard skips. These materials are best placed in 4 yard skip and 6 yard skips to avoid overloading. Larger skips are better suited for lighter bulky waste.
For a small flat or 1–2 rooms, a 4–6 yard skip is normally enough. For a full house clearance or larger renovation, an 8–12 yard skip is more suitable.
