Large House or Property Clearance
A 12 yard skip can suit whole-house clearances, estate clearances, downsizing projects and multi-room clear-outs where bulky items would quickly use the space in a smaller skip.
A 12 yard skip, often called a maxi skip, is designed for large volumes of bulky, relatively lightweight waste.
It holds approximately 100 to 120 standard bin bags and is well suited to large household clearances, office and retail clear-outs, refurbishment work, timber, furniture and packaging.
Because of its size, a 12 yard skip is not normally suitable for full loads of soil, rubble, bricks or concrete. If dense waste will make up a significant part of the load, contact us before booking.
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Approximate standard black bin bags
Approximately 12 cubic yards
Approximate dimension
Approximate dimension
Approximate dimension
A 12 yard skip works best when the project produces a large volume of bulky, relatively lightweight waste and a smaller skip is likely to fill too quickly.
It is commonly used for large property clearances, workplace clear-outs, shop refits and other jobs where volume is the main consideration.
A 12 yard skip can suit whole-house clearances, estate clearances, downsizing projects and multi-room clear-outs where bulky items would quickly use the space in a smaller skip.
This size can work well for approved office furniture, shelving, storage units, packaging and general non-hazardous workplace-clearance waste.
Electrical equipment, upholstered seating and other items that may need separate handling should be declared before booking.
A 12 yard skip can suit bulky shop fittings, dismantled shelving, cardboard, plastics and other approved non-hazardous refit waste.
Breaking down suitable fittings before loading can help make better use of the available space.
The extra volume can be useful for boxes, furniture, timber and awkward household items that do not stack or compact easily.
If the clearance includes heavy building materials, tell us before booking.
A 12 yard skip can also suit high-volume, relatively lightweight commercial waste, provided the material type is suitable.
If the load includes specialist, hazardous or unusually heavy waste, contact the team before placing the order.
Choose based on both waste volume and material type. A larger skip gives you more space, but it is not automatically suitable for a heavier load.
Capacity:60–80 Black Bags
Volume:Approx. 6.12m³
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SIZE
Extra-Large Maxi Skip
Capacity:100–120 Black Bags
Volume:Approx. 9.18m³
Capacity:80–100 Black Bags
Volume:Approx. 7.65m³
A 12 yard skip can take many types of non-hazardous household, clearance, garden and light commercial waste.
This size is best suited to bulky, relatively lighter materials rather than full loads of dense building waste.
Some items may require separate handling or an additional disposal charge.
If you are unsure about an item, check the full waste guide or contact the team before loading it. Read the full skip waste rules or ask the team before loading it.
POSTCODE-BASED PRICING
The skip hire cost depends on the delivery postcode, waste type, placement location, hire period, permit requirements and local supplier availability.
Skip Hire Team does not apply one fixed national price because delivery, collection, waste-processing and permit costs vary by location.
Enter your full delivery postcode to check the available 12 yard skip price and booking options for your address.
EXTRA HIRE NOTICE
Additional hire may be available from £30 per day when arranged before collection.
A 12 yard skip needs a firm, level placement area with enough room for both the container and the delivery vehicle.
Private land is usually the simplest option. If the skip needs to stand on a public road, local permit and parking requirements must be checked before delivery.
PRIVATE LAND
A council skip permit is not normally required when the skip is placed entirely on suitable private land, such as a driveway, yard or private worksite.
The surface still needs to be firm enough for the skip and delivery vehicle.
PUBLIC ROAD
A skip placed on a public road will normally require approval from the relevant highway authority.
Permit charges, processing times and parking restrictions vary by location. A marked or controlled parking bay may also require a separate suspension.
Contact us before booking if road placement is required so the local requirements can be checked.
Enough road and entrance width for the delivery vehicle
Space for the vehicle to approach and manoeuvre
No low branches, cables or other overhead obstructions
Clear access on both delivery and collection day
Protecting the Placement Area
A loaded skip and delivery vehicle can put significant weight on the ground.
Weak paving, soft ground, inspection covers and unsuitable driveways may be damaged. Protective boards can help spread the load, but they cannot guarantee that damage will be prevented.
BOOK ONLINE
Booking starts with the delivery postcode so you can see the current price and options available for the address.
Choose the 12 yard skip, confirm the waste type and tell us whether the skip will be placed on private land or a public road. If the load includes dense material or unusual items, declare this before booking.
Choose from the available delivery options, review the order details and complete the booking online. When the skip is ready, request collection online or contact the team.
A typical 12 yard skip is approximately 3.70 metres long, 1.78 metres wide and 1.68 metres high. Dimensions can vary slightly between suppliers, so confirm the footprint before booking if space is limited.
A 12 yard skip holds approximately 100–120 standard black bin bags. This is a volume estimate rather than a guaranteed loading capacity.
A 12 yard skip is generally best for bulky, relatively lightweight waste from large house clearances, office clearances, shop refits and commercial property clear-outs.
Standard hire includes up to 14 days. You can request earlier collection or ask about an extension before the agreed collection date.
Same-day or next-day delivery may be available, but it is not guaranteed. Availability depends on the postcode, booking time, access, permit requirements and local supplier availability. Check the available dates during booking or call to confirm.
Enter your delivery postcode to check local 12 yard skip prices and availability. Choose your delivery date, confirm the placement details and complete your booking online.