SKIP HIRE IN MAIDSTONE

Skip hire prices in Maidstone range between £170 and £790+VAT for 4 yard to large 40 yard. Prices always vary depending on location or postcode, how long you need the skip for, and whether a permit is required for placing the skip on a public road.

To get skip hire prices in Maidstone and all the surrounding areas, use our super-easy online skip cost calculator to calculate prices for all the skip sizes.

Before hiring a skip, plan where you will place it on private or public property. If you are placing the skip on public land (such as a road, pavement, or public parking space), a skip permit is required from Maidstone Borough Council. No worries; our experts take care of all the paperwork, ensuring you get the necessary permissions quickly and without hassle.

This ensures that the skip is legally placed, preventing any potential fines or disruptions to traffic. 

Permit Costs & Duration: Skip hire permits in Maidstone typically cost between £50 and £90+, depending on the local council’s rates and the duration of the permit. Most permits are valid for 7 to 14 days.

Yes, we offer same-day skip delivery. But please book your skip before 10:00 AM. Give us a quick call to check availability, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

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Most skip hire companies allow the placement of general waste in regular skips. You can typically place the following items in a skip:

• General Household Waste: Furniture, clothing, toys, kitchenware, and other non-hazardous household items.
• Garden Waste: Soil (non-contaminated), grass clippings, branches, and leaves.
• Construction & Demolition Waste: Bricks, concrete, wood, plasterboard, and metal.
• Commercial & Industrial Waste: Non-hazardous materials from businesses.
• Other Acceptable Items: Paper, cardboard, plastics, and glass.

Don’t try to put any hazardous waste in your skip. Certain items are not permitted in standard skips due to safety, environmental, or legal reasons:

• Hazardous Materials: Asbestos, chemicals, solvents, and paint tins.
• Electrical Appliances: Fridges, freezers, TVs, and other electrical items.
• Gas Cylinders: Full or empty gas bottles.
• Batteries: Including household, car, or lorry batteries.
• Medical Waste: Clinical waste and syringes.
• Other Prohibited Items: Tyres, fluorescent tubes, and liquids (e.g., cooking oil, engine oil, bleach)

Check out the complete list of what can and can’t be put in the skip.

Yes, some items, like mattresses, tyres, and plasterboard, often incur additional charges due to special disposal requirements. Careful handling and processing also increase costs.

Typically, extra fees range from £15 to £40 per item or load, depending on the size and quantity. If you plan to dispose of these materials, please inform us when booking, and we’ll guide you on any extra fees and the best skip options.

In Maidstone, the most commonly hired skips are the 6-yard and 8-yard sizes. The 8-yard size is popular due to its flexibility for a wide variety of household and commercial waste projects. Smaller jobs often call for the 4-yard skip, which is ideal for light clearances.

At Skip Hire Team, we understand that timely waste disposal is crucial for all jobs. That’s why we offer next-day delivery for most skip sizes in Maidstone. For urgent requirements, we also provide same-day delivery, provided the booking is made before 10 AM.