Need to hire a skip for a clearance, renovation, garden project, trade job or commercial site? Skip Hire Team helps customers arrange local skip hire through licensed suppliers, with common skip sizes available for domestic, builders and commercial waste.
You can compare 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 yard skips online, choose the size that suits your job and arrange delivery. For larger projects, 20 and 40 yard roll on roll off skips can be quoted by phone.
Choosing the right skip depends on the type of waste, how much space you have and whether the skip will hold heavy or bulky material. Larger skips are not always suitable for heavy waste, especially soil, rubble, bricks and concrete.
Do not place heavy waste in 10 or 12 yard skips. These larger skips are designed for bulky, lighter materials and may become too heavy to collect safely. If you are unsure whether an item can go in your skip, contact us before booking. This helps avoid extra charges, failed collections or rejected waste.
A 4 yard skip, also known as a midi skip, is a compact option for smaller domestic projects.
Includes
Up to 14 days skip hire included
Waste collection and responsible disposal covered
Suitable For
Small DIY and home improvement projects
Handles dense materials such as soil, rubble, and bricks
Perfect for compact clear-outs and garden tidy-ups
Size Details (aprx)
1.83m L × 1.35m W × 0.92m H | (6.00ft × 4.43ft × 3.02ft)
Holds approximately 30–40 bin bags of waste
A 6 yard skip is one of the most popular choices for domestic and trade projects.
Includes
14-day hire period as standard
Professional collection and disposal service included
Suitable For
Excellent all-round choice for domestic and trade projects
Suitable for both lightweight and heavy waste types
Popular for renovations, refits, and larger clearances
Size Details (apx)
3.05m x 1.52m x 1.22m (10ft x 5ft x 4ft)
Capacity equivalent to around 50–60 bin bags
An 8-yard skip is a versatile option for larger domestic clearances, giving you more space than a 6-yard skip.
Includes
Includes up to two weeks of skip hire
Waste collection and disposal arranged for you
Suitable For
Ideal for larger home clearance projects
Best suited to lighter materials and bulky items
Size Details (apx)
3.30m (L) × 1.80m (W) × 1.40m (H)
Capacity of approximately 60–80 bin bags
Heavy waste should not exceed two-thirds of the skip volume
A 10 yard skip is designed for larger volumes of bulky, lighter waste.
Includes
Up to 14 days skip hire included
Collection and responsible waste disposal provided
Suitable For
Ideal for large renovation and refurbishment projects
Perfect for bulky household and commercial waste
Great for major property clearances and office fit-outs
Size Details (apx)
3.30m (L) × 1.80m (W) × 1.68m (H)
Holds approximately 80–100 bin bags of waste
A 12 yard skip gives you high capacity for large volumes of lighter waste.
Includes
14-day hire included as standard
Collection and licensed waste disposal provided
Suitable For
Designed for large volumes of lightweight waste
Offers roughly twice the capacity of a builders skip
Ideal for office, house, and bulky item clearances
Size Details (apx)
Dimensions: 3.30m (L) × 1.76m (W) × 1.83m (H)
Holds approximately 100–120 bin bags of waste
Benefits
Flexible hire period tailored to your project
Collection, transport, and licensed waste disposal included
Suitable For
Large construction and refurbishment projects
Commercial and industrial site clearances
Demolition and strip-out waste
Bulk disposal of mixed non-hazardous materials
Details
Approximate capacity: 20 cubic yards
Benefits
Flexible hire period tailored to your project
Collection, transport, and licensed waste disposal included
Suitable For
Major construction and demolition works
Industrial and manufacturing facilities
Large commercial clearances
Long-term site waste management projects
Details
Approximate capacity: 40 cubic yards
Note: Some items, such as mattresses, fridges, freezers and tyres, may need separate handling and may involve an additional charge. Contact the team before booking if you have these items.
A 4 yard skip is often enough for a standard bathroom refit, especially where tiles, packaging and old fittings are involved. If you have heavier rubble or extra waste, a 6 yard skip may be more suitable.
A 6 yard skip is a common choice for builders’ waste because it can usually handle heavier materials better than larger skips.
An 8 yard skip is often used for bigger renovation jobs, mixed builders’ waste and bulky household clearances.
A 10 yard skip or 12 yard skip may suit bulky, lighter waste such as furniture, packaging and general household clearance waste. Do not use these larger skips for heavy loads of soil, rubble or concrete.
Skip hire normally includes the delivery of an empty skip, a hire period while you fill it, collection when you are finished and transfer of the waste through licensed suppliers.
With Skip Hire Team, standard skip hire includes up to 14 days for common 4 to 12 yard skips. If you need longer, an extension may be available if requested before collection.
Skips can be used for many common waste types, including household rubbish, garden waste, wood, soil, rubble, bricks, tiles, packaging, furniture and renovation waste.
Some items need special handling or cannot go in a standard skip. These may include fridges, freezers, tyres, mattresses, asbestos, chemicals, gas bottles, batteries, paint, electrical items and hazardous waste.
Tell the team before booking if you have any restricted or unusual waste. This helps avoid failed collections, extra charges or rejected loads.
Our customers trust Skip Hire Team for simple online booking, helpful support, reliable delivery, and on-time collection. These Google reviews reflect the service we aim to provide on every order, whether it is for a home clear-out, trade job, garden project, or commercial waste collection.
Our FAQ section covers everything you need to know, from permit requirements to skip sizes and waste types.
Skip hire is a waste removal service where a skip is delivered to your property or site, filled with suitable waste, then collected and taken for licensed waste handling.
For small clearances, a 4 yard skip may be enough. For builders’ waste, 6 yard and 8 yard skips are common choices. For bulky lighter waste, 10 yard and 12 yard skips may be suitable.
You need a permit if the skip is placed on a public road, pavement or highway. You usually do not need a permit if the skip is placed fully on private land.
Standard hire is usually up to 14 days. Extensions available at an extra £30 daily charge, subject to availability.
Same-day or next-day skip hire may be available in some areas when you order early. Availability depends on your postcode, skip size and local delivery schedules.
Some upholstered furniture may need special handling because of waste regulations. Tell us before booking if you need to dispose of a sofa, armchair or upholstered seating.
Compare skip sizes, check availability and arrange delivery online. If you are unsure which skip to choose, contact Skip Hire Team before booking.
