Skip hire is a convenient and efficient waste disposal service widely used in domestic, commercial, and industrial settings. Whether you’re undertaking a home renovation, clearing out a property, or managing construction site waste, hiring a skip can help manage rubbish in a safe and environmentally responsible way.
Skip Sizes
Skips come in various sizes to suit different needs, from a small 2-yard mini skip to a large 40-yard roll-on/roll-off. To help decide which size of skip you need, you can view photos of all the skips we have available for hire here.
Area’s we cover
We cover all of West Lothian, Edinburgh and Falkirk and have recently started covering the postcode area ML1 – 8
What can I put in a skip?
- General Household Waste
- Broken furniture
- POPs Waste (subject to an additional charge)
- Cardboard and packaging
- Garden Waste
- Soil/Rubble (8YD skip limit)
- Garden furniture
- Construction & DIY Waste
- Wood and timber
- Tiles and ceramics
- Metal
Please get in touch with our friendly office team if you have any items that are not listed and you are unsure about.
What cant I put in a skip?
- Asbestos (fibrous or cement bonded)
- Modern fibre cement bonded products (non-asbestos) that visually look like asbestos cement i.e. corrugated or flat sheets, piping etc.
- Hazardous Wastes.
- Clinical wastes or animal carcasses.
- Excrement.
- Toxic or corrosive wastes.
- Fluorescent light tubes or bulbs.
- Any liquids, including oils and paints (even in containers).
- Food wastes.
- Farmers silage wrap (plastic sheeting or netting).
- Fridges.
- Freezers.
- Vehicle batteries.
- Tyres
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list – these are just some of the items that we cannot accept in our skips. If you are unsure about any of the items you wish to dispose of, please get in touch.
Do You Need a Permit?
If the skip is placed on private property (like a driveway or in a garden), a permit is not needed. However, if it is being positioned on a public road, you may need a permit from the local council. We can arrange any permits required however some councils do require several days’ notice, so please take this into consideration when booking.
Cost of Skip Hire
Prices can vary depending on a few factors such as size, waste type and location. You can get an instant quote here or give our team a call on 01506 411 141
Skip hire is a practical solution for efficient waste management, especially for projects that generate a large volume of rubbish. By choosing the right size and following proper disposal guidelines, you can save time, reduce environmental impact, and keep your work area safe and clean.