✣ LARGE MAXI SKIP FOR BULKY, LIGHTER WASTE

12 Yard Skip Hire

A 12 yard skip, also known as a maxi skip, is designed for large volumes of bulky, relatively lightweight waste. It holds approximately 100–120 standard black bin bags and is commonly used for house clearances, office clearances, shop refits, furniture, timber and packaging.

Enter your full delivery postcode to check local 12 yard skip prices, availability and delivery options. You can then choose an available date and complete your booking online.

12 Yard Skip Hire

Check your postcode: Enter your full delivery postcode to check local prices, available dates and booking options.

● INSTANT LOCAL QUOTE

Check Your 12 Yard Skip Price

Skip Price and Availability Checker

How Big Is a 12 Yard Skip?

BAG CAPACITY
100–120 Bags

Approximate standard black bin bags

VOLUME
9.18m³

Approximately 12 cubic yards

LENGTH
3.70m

Approximate supplier dimension

WIDTH
1.78m

Approximate supplier dimension

HEIGHT
1.68m

Approximate supplier dimension

Dimensions can vary between suppliers. Confirm the available container footprint before booking if placement space is restricted.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT SKIP

Is a 12 Yard Skip Right for Your Project?

Choose a 12 yard maxi skip when your project creates a high volume of bulky waste that is not excessively heavy.

Large House and Property Clearances

A 12 yard skip can suit whole-house clearances, estate clearances, downsizing projects and multi-room property clear-outs where bulky items would fill a smaller skip too quickly.

Office and Workplace Clearances

Suitable for approved office furniture, shelving, storage units, packaging and general workplace-clearance waste.

Shop Refits and Retail Clearances

Suitable for bulky shop fittings, dismantled shelving, cardboard, plastics and approved non-hazardous refit waste.

Loft and Garage Clearances

Provides extra room for boxes, furniture, timber and awkward household items that do not stack or compact easily.

Light Commercial Waste

Suitable for high-volume, relatively lightweight commercial waste, subject to the material and quantity being confirmed.

CHOOSE BY MATERIAL AND VOLUME

Which Skip Size Is Right for Your Waste?

Choose a skip by considering the waste type, approximate volume, available placement space and delivery access. A larger skip provides more volume, but it is not automatically suitable for a heavier load.

Medium Builder's Skip

8 Yard Builder's Skip

Capacity:60–80 Black Bags

Volume:Approx. 6.12m³

RECOMMENDED
SIZE

Extra-Large Maxi Skip

12 Yard Maxi Skip

Capacity:100–120 Black Bags

Volume:Approx. 9.18m³

LARGE CLEARANCE SKIP

10 Yard Large Skip

Capacity:80–100 Black Bags

Volume:Approx. 7.65m³

WASTE GUIDELINES

What Can You Put in a 12 Yard Skip?

A 12 yard skip can normally take approved non-hazardous household, garden, clearance and light commercial waste. Acceptance depends on the material, quantity and local supplier requirements. Declare restricted or separately handled items before booking.

COMMONLY ACCEPTED
CHECK BEFORE LOADING

Some items may require separate handling or an additional disposal charge.

DO NOT PUT IN A STANDARD SKIP

Can a 12 Yard Skip Take Soil, Rubble or Concrete?

A 12 yard skip should not normally be filled with soil, rubble, bricks, hardcore, clay or concrete.

These materials are dense and may make the skip too heavy to collect safely before its available volume has been used. A smaller skip may be more suitable for an agreed dense-waste load.

If your project includes both bulky waste and dense building materials, tell Skip Hire Team what you are removing before booking. Separate skips or another waste-removal option may be required.

LOCAL PRICE CHECK

How Much Does a 12 Yard Skip Cost?

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.

What Can Affect the Price?

Delivery postcode

Local delivery and
collection distance

Waste type

Skip placement

Council permit
requirements

Parking-bay suspension
requirements

Selected hire period

Additional hire days

Restricted items

Local supplier availability

DELIVERY & REGULATIONS

Permit, Placement and Delivery Access

A 12 yard skip requires a firm, level placement area with sufficient space for the container and delivery vehicle. Any necessary council approval must be arranged before delivery.

Council Permit Fees Affect Skip Hire Cost
PRIVATE LAND
A council skip permit is not normally required when the skip is placed entirely on suitable private land, such as a driveway or private worksite.
PUBLIC ROAD

A council permit is normally required before a skip is placed on a public road. Skip Hire Team can check the local requirements and arrange the application where available.

CHECK BEFORE DELIVERY

Permit and Placement Requirements

A 12 yard skip must not be placed on a pavement.

A marked or controlled parking bay may require a separate bay suspension.

Permit costs and processing times vary between councils.

Council approval is not guaranteed.

Allow additional booking time when a permit or suspension is required.

Space and Access for Delivery

Road and entrance wide enough for a skip lorry

Gates, posts and walls clear of the vehicle

Parked vehicles moved before delivery

No low branches or overhead cables

Firm and level placement surface

Safe vehicle approach

Collection route kept clear

Waste kept level with the skip sides

DRIVEWAY & SURFACE NOTICE

Skips and delivery vehicles can damage weak paving, soft ground or unsuitable driveways. Protective boards may help distribute the load, but they cannot guarantee that damage will be prevented.

Unsure about a narrow access road, driveway surface or proposed placement?

SIMPLE ONLINE ORDERING

How to Book a 12 Yard Skip Online

Follow our straightforward six-step online booking and hire process from initial postcode check to final collection.

Enter Your Postcode

Use your full delivery postcode to check the available 12 yard skip price, local suppliers and delivery options.

Select the 12 Yard Skip

Confirm that your waste is mainly bulky and light rather than dense soil or rubble.

Choose Placement and Date

Tell us whether the skip will be placed on private land or a public road.

Add Details and Pay

Review the skip size, hire period, address, waste details and total price.

Fill the Skip Safely

Keep all waste level with the top edge and do not add restricted materials.

Request Collection

Book collection online or contact Skip Hire Team when the skip is ready.

◷  INCLUDED HIRE PERIOD

Up to 14 Days of Standard Hire

A standard booking includes up to 14 days. You do not have to keep the skip for the full period and can request collection earlier when your project is complete.

▣  FLEXIBLE EXTENSIONS

Need More Time?

Request an extension before the collection date. Additional hire may be available from £30 per day, subject to supplier availability and any permit restrictions.

ROCHESTER AND MEDWAY BASED

Licensed Skip Hire Support

Skip Hire Team is based at Riverside Estate in Rochester. Medway is our main local area, covering Rochester, Strood, Chatham, Gillingham, Rainham and surrounding towns.

We also arrange skip hire across Kent, London and other confirmed parts of South East England. Availability and prices are checked using the full delivery postcode.

Environment Agency Registration

Upper Tier Waste Broker registration CBDU596771.

Licensed Local Suppliers

Delivery, collection and waste handling are arranged through suitable licensed local suppliers.

Online Booking Support

Check postcode-based prices, choose an available delivery date, pay online and request collection when ready.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

12 Yard Skip Hire FAQs

Straightforward answers to common questions about choosing and booking this size.

How big is a 12 yard skip?

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.

How many bags fit in a 12 yard skip?

A 12 yard skip holds approximately 100–120 standard black bin bags. This is a volume estimate rather than a guaranteed loading capacity.

What is a 12 yard skip best for?

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.

How long can I keep the skip?

Standard hire includes up to 14 days. You can request earlier collection or ask about an extension before the agreed collection date.

Can I get same-day or next-day delivery?

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.

READY TO CHECK YOUR LOCAL PRICE?

Book Your 12 Yard Maxi Skip Online

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.