Skip Hire in Colchester: Book Online for 4 to 40 Yard Skips

Order affordable skip hire in Colchester today. Enter your postcode to get live skip hire prices, compare skip sizes, and book your skip online in minutes, whether you’re tackling a garden tidy-up or a full refurb.

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Skip Hire Colchester

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Budget-Friendly Skip Hire in Colchester With Local Skip Hire Team

When it comes to skip hire in Colchester, locals choose us for one simple reason: we make it easy, reliable and cost-effective.

Skip Hire Team offer a platform to book a skip online (including a 14-day hire period) and offers same-day and next-day delivery and collection via local suppliers across Essex. For same-day delivery, please place your order before 10:00 a.m. or early morning. Need to extend the period? Extensions are available at just £30/ day.

All the collected waste is transferred to Colchester Waste Transfer Station on Shrub End Road, to recover 95% of waste from landfill

Please note: Areas near North Station Road and St Botolph’s Circus are under CPZ zones that require bay suspension for on-road placements. Please let us know before placing an order.

Our prices are fair and transparent. Past booking shows an average cost to hire a skip range between £225 and £785 for  4 to 40 yard skips. Prices vary by postcode, skip size, hire length, waste type, and any permit or bay suspension fees. Use our skip size and price calculator online to get a live price for your postcode. 

Key Local Facts for Skip Hire in Colchester

  • Permit Authority: Colchester City Council is responsible for issuing a licence or permit for skips placed on a public highway, and our experts will handle your paperwork. Usually takes 3 to 5 business days. Costs vary by postcode.
  • Delivery Windows: Delivery and collection times are coordinated to offer flexible service, typically between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.
  • On-time delivery rate: In the past 90 days, our on-time delivery rate in Colchester has been 96%, which shows our local-supplier network standards.

Tip: During busy periods or local events, such as markets around the High Street, we help plan deliveries to accommodate access restrictions, ensuring projects run smoothly.

Best Skips For Domestic and commercial Use

Skip Sizes We Offer in Colchester

From weekend garden projects to full-scale renovations, we have skips of all shapes and sizes to provide solutions for all the domestic and commercial waste removal projects.  Choose your ideal size below:

4 Yard Skip

4 yard mini skip in Colchester for small garden projects
  • Size: 6.00 ft x 4.43 ft x 3.02 ft
  • Capacity: 30–40 bin bags
  • Fits easily on most driveways

6 Yard Midi Builder Skip

6 yard skip in Colchester for home refurbishment waste
  • Size: 10 ft x 5 ft x 4 ft
  • Capacity: 50–60 bin bags
  • Most popular choice for domestic use

8yd Builders Skip

8 yard builders skip in Colchester for renovation debris
  • Size: 10.00 ft x 5.58 ft x 3.94 ft
  • Capacity: 70–80 bin bags
  • Suitable for mixed waste

10yd Maxi Skip

10 yard skip in Colchester for large household clearances
  • Size: 10.00 ft x 5.91 ft x 3.94 ft
  • Capacity: 90–100 bin bags
  • Great for lighter bulky waste like cardboard, and plastics

12yd Maxi Skip

12 yard maxi skip in Colchester for bulky renovation waste
  • Size: 12.00 ft x 5.91 ft x 4.92 ft
  • Capacity: 100–120 bin bags
  • Suitable for light, bulky waste (not soil/hardcore)

RORO Skip

20 yard roll on roll off skip in Colchester for commercial waste disposal
40 yard roll on roll off skip in Colchester for major construction projects
  • 20 yard size: 20.00 ft x 6.89 ft x 5.91 ft
  • 40 yard size: 40.00 ft x 7.87 ft x 6.56 ft
  • Capacity: 20 yard holds 200 bin bags and 40 yard holds 400+ bin bags

Access and Skip Placement

  • Placing the skip on their own driveway or private land requires at least 2.5 m width and 5 m length so the truck can drop it safely.
  • For on-street skip placement, must leave 6–8 m of clear space and avoid corners or crossings.
  • Tip: Colchester HWRC may accept some items we don’t, please confirm before booking

Customers Love Skip Hire Team

Real Feedback From Real Customers

Thousands of homeowners, builders, and businesses trust Skip Hire Team for quick deliveries, clear pricing, and friendly service.

James Carter, 16 hours agoFantastic skip hire service in Gillingham
Fantastic skip hire service in Gillingham. The driver was polite, rang ahead, and placed the skip neatly in our driveway. We had more waste than expected, but it fit perfectly. Collection was quick and hassle-free. Definitely a company we’d use again.
VGA, 15 Feb 2025Absolutely the best
Absolutely stellar service. Delivered on time and very friendly. Good rates too. I highly recommend this place to everybody
Rav singh, 9 Jan 2025Brilliant service
Brilliant service. Plus i saved with the Parent Perks discount. Turned up on time and Amanda was great! Thanks guys!
Amanda Johnson, 28 Nov 2024Excellent Service!
Easy to book, friendly staff and good competitive rates. Skip was delivered next day of ordering which I ask for and picked up when requested. Will definitely recommend. Thank you.
BANTY BAJWA, 14 Jan 2025 We booked skip online it was very easy
We booked skip online it was very easy booking system and was very secured the service was very good got skip delivered next day and then we called for collection Amanda was very professional over the phone and got collected as requested we will use them on our next project.

Rent a Skip in Colchester Today!

Our platform automatically matches your postcode to available local suppliers, helping you avoid delays. Quickly book online or call us now on 0800 260 5989. Just follow these simple steps to book online:

  1. Enter your postcode to review prices, compare skip sizes
  2. Choose your ideal skip size for your project
  3. Provide your delivery address and any relevant details, such as preferred delivery date or permit requirements.
  4. Securely complete your booking with an easy online payment.

In the last 3 months, small builders skips and 8yd builders skip have been the popular skip sizes in Lexden, Colchester, Castle Park and Shrub End for kitchen or bathroom refits and full house clearances.

For collection, book online, over the phone or via MSZ on WhatsApp.

Skip Hire Team acts as an EA Upper Tier Waste Carrier/Broker Reg.: CBDU596771 and has licensed partners to handle delivery/collection.

Skip Hire Questions? We’ve Got You Covered!

From skip sizes to what you can (and can’t) throw in…here’s everything you need to know to book the right skip.

Recent bookings show that skip hire prices in Colchester typically range from £225 to £785, depending on the skip size, from a compact 4-yard mini skip to a 40-yard RORO container. Final costs vary by postcode, hire length, waste type, and whether a permit or bay suspension is required for on-street placement.

Our standard skip hire period is up to 14 days, but we’re flexible and extensions are available at £30/ day. Need it for longer? No problem! Just give us a heads-up. And if you’re done sooner, we can often arrange same-day collection Just let the team know what works best for you.

We can usually deliver your skip as soon as the next day and in many cases, same-day delivery is possible if you book before 10am. It all depends on where you are in Colchester and what size skip you need.

Yes! Just give us 24hours’ notice before your delivery data!

Note: if your order has already been processed, there’s a £30+VAT cancellation fee to cover admin and logistics.

The 4-yard mini skip is ideal for small clear-outs, garden projects, or DIY waste. It holds roughly 30–40 bin bags of waste and fits easily on most driveways.

Areas We Serve in Colchester

Our partners are familiar with the city’s road layouts, permit process, and access requirements. We operate within a 15–20 mile radius around the city, serving all major postcodes and surrounding villages.

We cover all key areas, including:

  • Colchester Town Centre – CO1
  • Old Heath & Berechurch – CO2
  • Lexden & Stanway – CO3
  • Greenstead & Highwoods – CO4
  • Tiptree – CO5
  • West Mersea – CO5
  • Marks Tey – CO6
  • Coggeshall – CO6
  • Wivenhoe – CO7
  • Brightlingsea – CO7

We also serve nearby towns, including Chelmsford and Brentwood, ensuring reliable skip delivery across Essex.”

Latest Site Drops & Pickups

Need a hand with heavier loads? We also offer 8-wheel Grab Lorries in Colchester, which is perfect for bulk waste and site clearances.

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