Whether you’re clearing a property in Caversham or managing a renovation in Tilehurst, Skip Hire Team arranges domestic and commercial skip hire across Reading and nearby RG postcode areas through licensed waste partners. Enter your postcode to check availability, compare suitable skip sizes, and book online. For help choosing the right skip, call 0800 260 5989.
For same-day delivery, place an order before 10 am or early morning.
Enter your postcode to check live availability and book the right skip for your location.
Not sure whether you need? Tell us what you are clearing and we will help match the skip size to your waste type, space and project.
Recyclable materials are separated and processed in line with local waste regulations.
The Skip Hire Team gives customers a simple way to arrange local skip hire without having to call around. No matter if you’re in Berkshire, Surrey, or Hampshire, we provide affordable and reliable skips to your doorstep to make waste removal simple and stress-free.
Putting prohibited items in your skip can lead to the entire load being rejected or significant additional charges. If you’re unsure, please contact our team for advice.
From domestic garden clearances to commercial construction sites, we handle your waste so you can focus on the job. It’s a common and costly mistake to order a skip that’s too small. You end up paying for two, which is significantly more than hiring one larger skip upfront.
For detailed dimensions, see our skip sizes guide. Also need grab lorry hire in Reading for muck-away, soil removal, or aggregates? We cover the Reading area for grab hire too.
If you are going to a place on a public road or highway, you need a skip permit. Permit rules, approval times, and costs can vary, so please contact our support team to confirm the current permit price and requirements. Once you approve, we can apply for the permit on your behalf and help arrange the skip delivery around the permit approval.
Skip Hire Team is an Upper Tier Waste Broker, licence CBDU596771. We arrange skip hire through licensed local waste suppliers and help customers find the right skip for their location, waste type, and access requirements.
To help you get the most out of your skip hire, we’ve answered some of the most common questions from our Reading customers.
Skip hire costs vary depending on several factors. Based on recent bookings in Reading, skip hire prices range from £245 to £750 for 4-yard to large 40-yard skips. To get the latest prices for your area, use our skip size and price calculator now.
You usually need a skip licence if the skip is placed on a public road. You normally do not need one if the skip is fully on private land. Reading Borough Council currently lists the fee as £99.50 for the initial application and up to 2 weeks, then £45 per additional week.
For many home clearances and renovation jobs, a 6 yard or 8 yard builders skip is the most practical choice. Smaller jobs may only need a 4 yard skip.
Same-day or next-day delivery may be available depending on postcode, skip size, supplier availability, and booking time. Availability is confirmed during booking.
Yes, but heavy waste such as soil, rubble, bricks, and concrete usually needs a suitable builders skip. Larger skips may be restricted for heavy waste because of weight limits.
You may be able to change your delivery date if you contact us before the booking is due. Changes depend on supplier availability, skip size and notice given.
Skips must not be filled above the sides. If your skip is overloaded, unsafe to move or contains waste above the fill line, collection may be refused and extra charges may apply.
Most general household, garden and renovation waste can go in a skip, as long as it is not hazardous or restricted. If you are unsure about a specific item, contact our team before booking so we can advise you on the right disposal option.
Heavy waste note: Heavy materials such as soil, rubble, bricks, concrete and tiles are usually suitable for smaller builders skips, such as 4 yard, 6 yard or 8 yard skips. Larger skips may not be suitable for heavy loads because of legal weight limits.
If you have restricted items, let us know before booking. We can confirm whether they can be collected separately or advise on the best disposal route for your waste type.
Reading has a mix of busy routes, controlled parking zones, terraced streets, driveways, and town centre access restrictions.
A driveway or private land is usually the easiest and cheapest option because no council skip licence is needed. Make sure there is enough room for the skip and delivery vehicle.
For roadside placements, a Reading Borough Council licence is required before delivery. The skip must be placed safely and must not block junctions, crossings, drains, manholes, or access points, and also needs lights, cones, reflective markings, and supplier identification
Some Reading streets have parking restrictions or limited access. If your skip needs to sit in a controlled parking bay, resident bay or pay-and-display space, a parking suspension or dispensation may be needed separately from the skip licence.
Please tell us in advance if your address has narrow access, low branches, parked cars, restricted turning space or overhead cables. This is common in parts of Caversham, Katesgrove, Newtown, Coley and central Reading.
If you book skips regularly for building work, property maintenance, refurbishments or commercial projects, you can apply for a trade credit account.
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Not sure which skip you need? Call 0800 260 5989 and our team will help you book the right skip for your Reading project.
