A 4 yard skip, often called a midi skip, is a compact option for bathroom refits, garden tidy-ups, small household clearances and DIY waste.
It holds around 30 to 40 standard bin bags, giving you more room than repeated trips to the tip without taking up the space of a larger builder’s skip.
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Approx: 1.83m long × 1.35m wide × 0.92m high
Volume: 3.06m³ (4 cubic yards)
Approximately 30–40 standard black bin bags
Up to 14 days, with collection requested when the skip is ready
Contact our team to check the council permit cost and arrange the application before delivery.
This size works best for one clearly defined project where the amount and type of waste can be estimated before work begins.
A 4 yard skip may suit a modest bathroom refit containing a dismantled bathroom suite, packaging, tiles and a limited amount of non-hazardous renovation waste. Confirm the quantity of tiles, rubble or other dense material before booking.
Suitable loads may include hedge cuttings, plants, small branches and a manageable amount of non-hazardous garden waste. Large roots, tree trunks and substantial quantities of soil should be discussed before booking.
Boxes, dismantled cupboards, non-upholstered furniture and general household items from one small room can be a realistic load. Bulky items use the available space more quickly than bags.
Timber offcuts, dismantled shelving, packaging and limited non-hazardous building waste are common examples. Break down suitable items to make better use of the available space.
Timber offcuts, dismantled shelving, packaging and limited non-hazardous building waste are common examples. Break down suitable items to make better use of the available space.
The “4 yard” name describes the skip’s internal volume, not the physical length of the container.
Skip shapes and external dimensions vary between suppliers. Ask us to confirm the supplied footprint when the available placement space is tight.
Typical length
Typical width
Typical height
Approximate volume
Waste must remain level with the top of the skip, with nothing protruding or hanging over the sides. An overloaded skip may be unsafe to transport and can be refused for collection until the excess material is removed.
Read our guide to skip capacity, weight and volume →
Choose a 4 yard skip for a measured, compact load. Consider a 6 yard skip when the amount is uncertain or the project includes several bulky items.
RECOMMENDED FOR COMPACT JOBS
30–40 bin bags
Small bathroom, garden tidy-up or one-room clearance.
More compact.
Capacity can be used quickly.
Choose it when: The waste is clearly limited and placement space is restricted.
MORE CAPACITY
50–60 bin bags
Medium clearance, renovation or larger DIY project.
More placement space required.
Better allowance for awkward shapes.
Choose it when: Your estimate is close to the 4 yard limit or you are unsure how much waste the work will produce.
Unsure about the volume? contact the team before ordering.
There is no single 4 yard skip price that applies to every address. The current cost depends on the delivery postcode, local supplier availability, waste type and placement requirements.
Enter the full delivery postcode to see the current price and available booking options. Check the order summary before payment, especially when road placement or separately handled waste is involved.
For projects across several addresses, browse the areas we serve and check each delivery postcode separately.
The quote for your address can be affected by:
Local supplier availability, transport distance and regional waste-processing costs affect the quote for the delivery address.
General household waste and dense materials such as soil, clay, bricks and rubble can have different collection and processing requirements.
Placement entirely on suitable private land does not normally require a council permit. Public-road placement may involve a permit, parking-bay suspension or other local charges.
Standard hire includes up to 14 days. Approved extensions cost £30 per additional day and must be requested before the agreed collection.
Mattresses, upholstered seating, electrical appliances, tyres, plasterboard and certain other materials may require prior confirmation and an additional charge.
A 4 yard skip can take many types of non-hazardous household, garden and DIY waste. Acceptance depends on the material, quantity and local facility, so unusual items should be declared before booking.
If an item is not listed or you are unsure what it contains, read the full skip waste rules or ask the team before loading it.
Yes, a 4 yard skip may be suitable for agreed quantities of soil, rubble, bricks, tiles and concrete. Available volume and safe lifting weight are different limits.
The appropriate quantity depends on the container, collection vehicle and local supplier. There is no universal weight figure that can safely be applied to every booking.
Tell us if dense material will form most of the load. We can confirm whether the 4 yard skip is appropriate, whether materials need to be separated or whether another service would be more practical.
A 4 yard skip is commonly called a midi skip. Supplier names vary, so use the stated volume and approximate dimensions when comparing options.
It fits on many suitable driveways, but the delivery lorry also needs enough width, turning room and overhead clearance. Ask us to check the access if space is restricted.
The price depends on the delivery postcode, local availability, waste type, placement and hire requirements. Enter your full postcode to see the current options for your address.
A council permit is not normally required when the skip is placed entirely on suitable private land. Public-road placement requires approval before delivery, and a parking-bay suspension may also be needed.
Choose the 4 yard skip for a measured load of around 30–40 bags. Consider the 6 yard skip when the volume is uncertain or the project includes several bulky items.
Standard hire includes up to 14 days. Contact us before the agreed collection if you need an extension. Additional hire is charged at £30 per day.
Enter the delivery postcode to check the current price and availability for your address. Confirm the waste type, placement requirements and any access restrictions before completing the booking.
Short-notice delivery may be available in some areas but is not confirmed until the booking has been accepted.
