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Introduction Fly tipping is the illegal dumping of waste or rubbish, usually in unauthorized areas such as roadsides, vacant lots, or countryside. It can include anything from household waste to larger items like furniture or construction debris. Fly tipping is not...

The Potential of Waste-to-Energy Technology Waste, once viewed solely as a burden on landfills and a hazard to the environment, is now being recognized as a valuable resource capable of generating clean and sustainable power. This shift is not only reshaping our...

Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) In the UK, the Environment Agency brought new legislation into effect from 1 January 2023 for the storage and disposal of POPs waste. From this date upholstered furniture cannot be safely disposed of in landfill sites. Further...

Skip Hire in Livingston Cleaning up your home or managing a construction project can be a daunting task, especially when dealing with piles of waste and debris. Fortunately, there's a convenient and efficient solution that can make the process much smoother – skip...

4 weeks till Christmas... As we step into the final stretch of the year, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect on all the changes and growth that have happened the past few months, and the next few coming weeks. We’re excited to bring you up to speed on the...

Approaching end of 2023… Where has the time gone, this year isn’t over yet however it’s been a busy one for everyone at Buchanan’s. We’ve upgraded our fleet, we’ve had employee’s gain new qualifications and so much more…It’s been great so far. As the end of the year...

What a busy few weeks it’s been at Buchanan Skip Hire… Many changes, many achievements and we can't wait to tell you about them.   Achievements Congratulations to our very own Bruce – He’s worked as a yardman for just over 3 years & has recently passed his...

UK Summertime is slowly approaching, it’s probably not surprising that you’re already feeling the heat! Unfortunately, it’s likely that your garden is, too. Don’t fret! We have gathered some tips to keep your garden looking fabulous. Here at Buchanan Skip Hire, we...

What can go in a skip? Often, our team gets asked what can go in a skip – we have compiled a list of just some popular items that we cannot accept. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list – If you are unsure about any of the items you wish to dispose of,...