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Skip Hire in London, Greater London

Q: How much to hire a skip in London?

On average, skip hire costs in London range from £185 to £780 for a 4-yard to a large 40-yard RORO container , based on booking data from the last 90 days . Get live prices by using an online skip size calculator .

Q: Are there any additional charges for skip hire in London?

Yes, additional charges for additional services like: Excessive weight (for heavier or bulky waste) such as soil, rubble, bricks, or concrete, may incur an additional charge between £50 and £100 per tonne of excess weight . Overfilled skips (if waste is above the skip’s rim) charge for overfilled skips is between £30–£50 . Extended hire period (for longer than the standard hire period) ranges from £10–£25 per extra day. If any additional charges apply, we’ll let you know in advance.

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Choose Skip Hire Team For Reliable Skip Hire Services in London

At London Skip Hire Team, we help to book affordable skips online across zones 1–6 and the wider M25, including hire period, delivery, and one collection.

As an EA-registered Upper Tier Waste Broker (CBDU596771), our experts will match the job to a nearby licensed operator who is available for your requested window and advise on any local constraints (bay suspensions, narrow streets, school streets, market days).

Placing a skip over private land (driveway or site), a licence is usually not required. For on-street placements, we assist with securing skip permits from your local London Borough Council and can even arrange bay suspensions or CPZ (Controlled Parking Zone) access for your skip placement.

Waste is taken to licensed London transfer stations such as Powerday, Old Oak Sidings, NW10 and Bywaters, Lea Riverside, E3; typical high diversion from landfill via MRF processing.

Delivery & Collection

Lead times: Same-day/next-day in many London postcodes when stock allows. (For same-day, place your order before 10 am or early morning)
Standard hire: Up to 14 days (extensions available at £30/ day).
Approximately 88% on-time within the requested window in the last 90 days across London (internal data).
Early collection: Request via call or book a collection online, typical London pick-ups within 24–48 hours once off-hired. If your skip fills before collection, we can swap it for an empty one.

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Skips For Domestic and commercial Use

Popular Skip Sizes in London

Whether you are dealing with small household waste or working on a large industrial or commercial project, we have skip sizes to suit every job. Prices vary by postcode, size, hire length, waste type, and any permit/bay suspension for on-street placements. Not sure on size? Call our London team at 0800 260 5989.

4-Yard Skip (London)

Size: 6.00 ft x 4.43 ft x 3.02 ft
Capacity: 30–40 bin bags
Good for: small clear-outs, light garden waste
Local note: driveway placements don’t need a licence; on CPZ streets, a borough licence is required and marked bays usually need a daily suspension.

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6-Yard Skip (London)

Size: 10 ft x 5 ft x 4 ft
Capacity: 50–60 bin bags
Best for heavy rubble; CPZ streets need a licence, bays often require suspension.

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6-yard size guide

8-Yard Skip (London)

Size: 10.00 ft x 5.58 ft x 3.94 ft
Capacity: 70–80 bin bags
Good for refits; avoid Red Routes at peak, placement can be restricted.

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10-Yard Skip (London)

Size: 10.00 ft x 5.91 ft x 3.94 ft
Capacity: 90–100 bin bags
Bulky but light waste; not suitable for hardcore.

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12-Yard Skip (London)

Size: 12.00 ft x 5.91 ft x 4.92 ft
Capacity: 100–120 bin bags
Light bulky loads only; check street width and access.

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12-yard skip size info

RoRo Containers (London)

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

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The most popular skip sizes in London include

6-yard skips for kitchen and bathroom renovations, commonly used in residential areas like Bayswater and Shoreditch.
8-yard skips for builders’ waste in neighbourhoods like King’s Cross and near Big Ben.

Restricted / Extra Charges to Place

Mattresses (£15–£25 each depending on waste facility), Tyres (£8–£15 per tyre), Fridges, freezers, and WEEE items (£25–£40 due to safe disposal requirements), and TVs and monitors (£15–£30).

Note: Your local HWRC (household waste recycling centre) may accept certain items we can’t

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Skip Hire Success Stories

See why thousands of homeowners and businesses across the capital trust Skip Hire Team for reliable local skip hire.

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.

Absolutely stellar service. Delivered on time and very friendly. Good rates too. I highly recommend this place to everybody

Brilliant service. Plus i saved with the Parent Perks discount. Turned up on time and Amanda was great! Thanks guys!

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.

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.

Skip Hire Booking Process

Get an accurate quote online in 60 seconds. Our fast and secure booking platform makes waste removal jobs much easier.

Enter your postcode to compare sizes, live prices, and availability.
Choose your ideal skip size for your job.
Check out with the delivery address and contact details.
Collection or extension when you’re done; we confirm any extra council or hire charges in advance.

Disclosure: Skip Hire Team acts as a broker. Licensed partners fulfil delivery, placement, collection, and haulage to approved facilities.

Access & Placement

Driveway/off-road minimums: approx. 2.7 m width, 4.0–5.0 m length for 6–8 yd; allow turning room for the lorry.
On-street clearance: allow ~6 m length including approach; avoid junctions, crossings, bus stops and cycle lanes.
Low bridges/narrow streets: Some inner-London streets have width restrictions or timed closures; if a fixed placement isn’t feasible, choose wait-and-load (20–30 mins) to avoid permits and CPZ conflicts.

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FAQ About Skip Hire in London

Find the answers to the most common skip hire questions customers are looking for.

How much to hire a skip in London?

On average, skip hire costs in London range from £185 to £780 for a 4-yard to a large 40-yard RORO container, based on booking data from the last 90 days. Get live prices by using an online skip size calculator.

Do you handle Red Route streets like the A40 or A13?

Static skips aren’t generally allowed on Red Routes. We’ll arrange a wait-and-load or check TfL dispensations if a short stop is permitted.

Are there any additional charges for skip hire in London?

Yes, additional charges for additional services like:

Excessive weight (for heavier or bulky waste) such as soil, rubble, bricks, or concrete, may incur an additional charge between £50 and £100 per tonne of excess weight.
Overfilled skips (if waste is above the skip’s rim) charge for overfilled skips is between £30–£50.
Extended hire period (for longer than the standard hire period) ranges from £10–£25 per extra day.

If any additional charges apply, we’ll let you know in advance.

Where does the waste go?

To licensed facilities such as Powerday (NW10) and Bywaters (E3) with sorting at MRFs for high recycling rates.

Can I cancel my skip hire order?

Yes! Just let us know as early as you can. If the skip’s already been dispatched, there may be a small charge to cover transport.

Please Note: Our cancellation policy includes a £30 + VAT cancellation fee once your order has been processed.

Which skip size suits a 2-bed flat refurb in Zone 2?

Most customers choose a 6-yard; for heavier builders’ waste, 8-yard is common. We’ll confirm based on your list.

All Over London

Areas we cover in London

Every borough has its own waste removal needs, from house clearances in Sutton, weekend DIY jobs in Twickenham, to major construction work around Kingston and Wembley. Our experts know what our London customers’ waste removal needs.

We cover Greater London and surrounding postcodes, including E1–E20, EC1–EC4, N1–N22, NW1–NW11, SE1–SE28, SW1–SW20, W1–W14, WC1–WC2, as well as border areas of IG/RM/UB/TW/BR/CR/HA. We regularly serve:

Not sure if we cover your street? Get Prices in London or call our London team 0800 260 5989.

Local Quick Facts

CPZ/Red Route: Certain areas, including Soho and Mayfair, are part of the CPZ, restricting parking during specific hours. Bay suspensions are required in these areas.
Delivery Reliability: 95% on-time delivery in the last 90 days.