In the UK, skip sizes are measured by the volume of waste they can hold, typically in cubic yards and you can calculate the volume in cubic yards using this simple formula:
Cubic Yards = (Length in feet × Width in feet × Height in feet) ÷ 27
Why divide by 27?
There are 27 cubic feet in 1 cubic yard, because:
1 yd = 3 ft , so 3 × 3 × 3 = 27 cubic feet
1 yd=3 ft,so 3×3×3=27 cubic feet
Choosing the right skip size is crucial for a successful project. Whether you are disposing of small house waste, tackling a garden clearance, or managing a commercial or construction site, the right skip saves time, money and space.
Skip Hire Team is known for the prices and services we deliver nationwide. We offer super fast skip delivery, from same-day to next-day delivery, with highly professional customer support.
Our specially designed 4 and 6-yard skips are the most popular choices, offering a perfect balance of size and accessibility and ideal for general household waste. Instead of the 6-yard skip, many people prefer the 8-yard builder’s skip due to its larger size, capacity and the small difference in price.
Larger skips, such as the 10 and 12-yard skip sizes, are suited for lightweight, bulky items but are difficult to load due to their height. We also have 20 and 40 yard RORO skip for large commercial waste removal needs. Our professionals made a complete skip sizes guide for our customers, which helps to choose the perfect skip from a wide range of skip sizes for waste removal needs without wasting time.
At Skip Hire Team, we have a large fleet of skips and have been providing nationwide skip hire services at reasonable prices for the past 10+ years. Each size is designed to optimize space while meeting regulatory requirements for safe transport.
From small domestic clearances to major commercial projects, we have the perfect solution to handle your waste efficiently. Our expert team can help you select the ideal skip size to match your specific project requirements, ensuring you never pay for more capacity than you need.
Getting the right size skip can help you avoid:
MOST POPULAR
4yd skip size is perfect for general household or medium-sized projects that don’t require a larger skip. It can hold around 30-40 bin bags of waste.
Our 4 yard skip also called midi skip, its used for clearing debris from home renovations, such as old furniture, carpets, tiles, bathroom waste, kitchen remodels, garden waste, like soil, plants, branches, rubble, bricks, DIY construction debris and general waste when decluttering or upgrading the office space.
Advice: To get the most out of your 4-yard skip, start by placing large and bulky items like furniture or large boxes at the bottom of the skip. Break down large objects, like cabinets, into smaller pieces. Then fill the remaining space with smaller waste, like bags of rubbish or garden waste.
Dimensions:
Length: 1.83 m, 6.00 feet, Width: 1.35 m, 4.43 feet, Height: 0.92 m, 3.02 feet
Volume: 3.06m³, Price: Starting from £132
BEST FOR: Small home renovation projects, garden clean-ups, small household clearances.
LARGE CAPACITY
6 yard skip size is slightly bigger than 4 cubic yard skip and is the perfect choice for medium-sized mixed waste of home renovation, garden clearance, clear-outs of attics and garages, and small construction or demolition jobs. It’s cheaper than hiring multiple small skips.
6 yd skip is easier to load than large skips and becomes an affordable choice. It offers more space than a 4-yard skip without the additional cost of a larger skip. It can hold around 50-60 bin bags of waste easily.
Dimensions:
Length: 3,048 mm, 10 feet, Width: 1.52 m, 5 ft, Height: 1.22 m, 4 ft
Volume: 4.59m³, Price: Starting from £187
BEST FOR: Medium-sized renovations, garage or loft clearances, small office clearances.
VAST CHOICE
The 8-yard skip size offers double the capacity and offer 20% more space than small or medium 4 and 6 yard skips. 8-yard skips dispose of a larger amount of waste without filling up too quickly. You can keep everything in one container, reducing the need for multiple deliveries and collections, which can save you both time and money.
Our large skip can hold 60-80 bin bags of various waste types, including home renovations, garden clearances, construction and demolition, commercial and office clearances, and general household & mixed waste.
Dimensions:
Length: 3.05 meters, 10 feet, Width: 1.7 m, 5.6 ft, Height: 1.2 m, 4.0 ft
Volume: 6.12m³, Price: Starting from £223
BEST FOR: Larger home or office clearances, medium-sized construction jobs, office furniture disposal.
FOR BIG JOBS
A 10-yard skip, also called a builder skip, is used for large construction projects, renovations, demolitions, or landscaping where large volumes of waste are generated. This skip size can hold around 80-100 bin bags of waste heavy construction materials (bricks, rubble), garden refuse (soil, large branches), and general household waste—all in one skip.
10-yard skip minimizes the space needed on-site. While multiple smaller 4 yard and 6 yard skips might require more room for skip placement, a single 10-yard skip keeps the site more organized and free of clutter.
Dimensions:
Length: 3.05 meters, 10 feet, Width: 1.8 meters, 5.9 feet, Height: 1.2 meters, 4 feet
Volume: 7.65m³, Price: Starting from £268
BEST FOR: Larger construction projects, commercial waste, bulky furniture removals.
VAST CHOICE
This is one of the largest skip and comes with huge space and capacity. Mostly used for building projects, so make sure you have enough space to place it on your private space.
Our 12-yard large skip is suited for disposing of heavy materials for large volumes of domestic and commercial waste, such as bricks, concrete, rubble, soil, branches, trees, turf, and other garden waste, concrete, and rubble and holds approximately 100-120 bin bags.
Opting 12 yd skip means you don’t have to worry about hiring several smaller skips and paying additional delivery and collection charges. With a 12-yard skip, you only need one skip on site, reducing the amount of space taken up on your property.
Dimensions:
Length: 3.66 meters, 12 feet, Width: 1.8 meters, 5.9 feet, Height: 1.5 meters, 5 feet
Volume: 9.18m³, Price: Starting from £310
BEST FOR: Large construction jobs, major renovations, large-scale commercial projects.
As compared to smaller skips like 4 yard, 6yd, 8yd,10 and 12 yd, the 20-yard RORO skip is a more efficient and cost-effective choice for high-volume waste removal needs, making it perfect for large, heavy-duty projects that require a lot of waste management.
This RORO skip easily holds 180-200 bin bags and it’s perfect for industrial, commercial, construction, demolition, and hazardous waste disposal (where permitted).
Best For: Larger construction projects, commercial waste, bulkier household or office clearances.
The 40-yard RORO skip offers amazing capacity and can hold 350-400 bin bags easily. It is designed to handle massive amounts of waste that other small skips cannot remove. If you have a limited space this skip is perfect for your location.
Due to its design, it can easily placed in narrow or confined spaces and provides a clean and efficient waste disposal solution. So, you need only one skip on-site, which means less site disruption, fewer collections, and saving money and the environment.
If you’re dealing with heavy-duty waste such as construction rubble, industrial clean-ups, demolition debris, large furniture, steel, or bulk materials like soil or concrete, the 40-yard RORO skip can easily accommodate these items making it ideal for long-term, high-volume waste removal.
Best For: Major construction sites, large-scale industrial waste, large-scale commercial clearances.
Choosing the right skip size for your domestic or commercial waste removal needs is crucial, and understanding the capacity of each skip can help make that decision easier.
It’s important to understand the size and capacity of each skip available in the market. This skip capacity chart helps customers compare different skip sizes and choose the right skip size for waste removal needs.
Rather than browsing through different web pages or trying to calculate the volume yourself, this chart offers a quick overview of each skip size capacity, helping you select the best option for your project.
For a small house clearance, our 4-yard and 6-yard skips are the perfect choice. Hold general household waste, including small furniture and garden debris.
A 4-yard midi skip is used for small renovations, garden waste, and medium-sized house clearances.
Our 10-yard skip size is suitable for large furniture, construction debris, home renovation, office clearances and bulkier waste.
The weight limit varies by skip size:
Yes, 12-yard skip may be too large for small renovations. It’s better suited for larger projects.
A 10-yard or 12-yard skip is often the best choice for construction and demolition waste. Both are known as builders skip and hold larger and heavier materials like rubble and bricks.
The largest skip size available for hire is typically a 20 and 40-yard RORO skip for large-scale commercial or industrial projects.
Skip hire is typically cheaper for smaller volumes of waste. However, for larger quantities or hard-to-reach areas, grab hire may be more cost-effective as it can save on multiple skip collections and labor costs.
Grab hire tends to be faster since the lorry arrives, grabs the waste, and leaves quickly. It’s ideal for time-sensitive jobs.
Here are some most common mistakes people make when hiring a skip and how you can avoid them:
Underestimating How Much Waste You Have to Dispose of: First, carefully estimate the volume of your waste. Choose a skip that is one size larger than you think you need to avoid overloading.
Don’t Care about Skip Weight Limits: If you’re disposing of heavy materials like concrete or soil, you might need a smaller skip but make sure you don’t exceed the weight limit.
Overloading the Skip: It’s also important to avoid compacting waste too much, as this can lead to problems with overloading.
Skip Placement: If space is limited, ask your skip hire company to know alternative solutions, such as placing the skip on a public road with a skip permit or in a different area of your property.
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