Find the perfect skip size for your project and get an instant quote in under 60 seconds.
Before hiring, choose the right skip size to avoid overfilling and extra costs, and ensure you have sufficient capacity for your job.
We are a Medway-based licensed waste carrier/broker (CBDU596771), helping to book a skip online (including a 14-day hire period and collection) with our highly secure online booking system.
After receiving the skip order, we assign jobs to our licensed local partners located near your postcode to deliver and collect the skips on time. We handle thousands of bookings every month across Kent, London, Colchester, Guildford, Crawley and the wider South East.
Skips are measured in cubic yards. You can easily calculate it yourself:
Cubic Yards = (Length in feet × Width in feet × Height in feet) ÷ 27
1 yd = 3 ft , so 3 × 3 × 3 = 27 cubic feet yd=3 ft,so 3×3×3=27 cubic feet
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Skip Size
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Capacity
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Dimensions
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Best Project Use
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30–40
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1.83 m x 1.35 m x 0.92 m
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Garden waste, bathroom refit
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50–60
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3.05 m x 1.52 m x 1.22 m
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Kitchen rip-out, small extension
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70–80
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3.05 m × 1.70 m × 1.20 m
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Full house clearance, bulky waste
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80–100
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3.05 m x 1.8 m x 1.2 m
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Major house clearances, large volumes of light bulky waste, wood, and plastic
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100–120
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3.66 m x 1.8 m x 1.5 m
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Large office/home clear-out
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200-220
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6.1 m x 2.1 m x 1.8 m
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Construction, demolition, and large commercial waste streams
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400-440
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12.2 m x 2.4 m x 2.0 m
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Massive industrial clearances and total building demolitions
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Domestic, Commercial & Industrial Skips
We offer skips for all sizes, ranging from small 4-yard skips to 40-yard RoRo containers. Rent a skip for house clear-outs, garden waste, DIY projects or builder’s rubble. Select your size, choose a time slot, and pay securely.
Cross-check the access & placement checklist before booking to avoid failed deliveries:
Minimum access width: 3 metres clear space, Overhead clearance: 4–6 metres for truck arm, Ground surface: Firm and level, protect soft tarmac in hot weather and Hazards: Notify us about narrow roads, tight turns, or low trees
The 4-yard skip is the standard choice for small residential projects where driveway space is tight. It fits comfortably in a single car parking space.
The most popular skip size in the UK. This is the designated limit for heavy waste (like soil, bricks, and concrete) because larger skips become too heavy for trucks to lift safely.
The classic “Builders Skip.” This is the largest size allowed for heavy/dense waste mixed with general waste.
When you need volume, not weight.
These are high-volume containers designed strictly for light waste.
Roll-on roll-off containers for serious volume.
If the skip is entirely on private land (your driveway or garden), no permit is required.
However, if you are placing a skip on a public highway in Medway (Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Rainham, or Strood), a permit is legally required.
We can arrange the permit for you. Most permits last 7–14 days and cost around £55–£110. Councils usually need 3–5 working days’ notice. Learn more about skip permit.
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 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.
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We keep pricing transparent with no hidden charges. Recent bookings across Kent, London, and the South East show typical ranges from £220 to £455 for 4- to 12-yard skips.
Note on Surcharges: Items such as mattresses, fridges, and tyres typically incur an additional fee from £20 to £40 per item due to recycling regulations.
To get an exact price for your address, enter your postcode. You’ll see skips online in your area, live availability, and the cost to rent a skip today.
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Skip Size
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AVG. Cost Est.
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Cost/Cubic Yard
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Value Ratings
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£220 – £245
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£58.00 / yd
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Lowest Total Bill
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£290 – £305
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£49.00 / yd
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Best Price Per Yard
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£310 – £330
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£40.00 / yd
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Great Bulk Savings
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£370 – £430
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£40.00 / yd
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Strict Weight Limits
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£440 – £455
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£37.00 / yd
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Cheapest for Volume
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Can you imagine in just two steps? Yes, in just three simple steps, you can book a skip online. Once booked, you’ll receive an instant email confirmation.
Type in your postcode to see which skip sizes are available in your area today, along with live prices.
We’ll show you what each skip is suitable for (household waste, rubble, bulky light waste, etc.), how many bin bags it holds, and how long you can keep it.
Let us know where the skip needs to go: driveway, private land, or on the road. If it needs to go on the road, we’ll handle the council permit and bay suspension if required.
Pick your preferred delivery window. Tell us about any access limits (narrow driveway, low branches, controlled parking zone). Pay securely online.
Our FAQ section covers everything you need to know, from permit requirements to skip sizes and waste types.
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.
Our smallest 4-yard skip is the most cost-effective option for small clearances, garden waste, or DIY projects, holds 30–40 bin bags.
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.
Yes, most furniture can go in a skip, including sofas, wardrobes, and chairs. However, electrical items such as fridges or hazardous materials must be handled separately.
Yes, but there is a supplementary fee for mattresses (approx. £20-£40 per item) because they require specialist recycling. You must place it at the top of the load.
The main difference is the capacity for bulky items. An 8-yard skip holds roughly 20 more bin bags than a 6-yard.
However, if you are disposing of heavy soil or hardcore, you are often limited to a 6-yard skip to stay within legal weight limits for the truck.
