The do’s and don’ts of skip hire [ Infographic ]

Before you go ahead and order a skip for your project, we strongly recommend reading our guide to the do’s and don’ts of skip hire. Hiring a skip offers a wide range of benefits to those who need an easy way to remove waste from their property. However, there are some things to keep in mind to ensure the process goes smoothly from start to finish. Read on to find out more. 

The do’s of skip hire

Do keep your skip on private property

We recommend keeping your skip on private property if it’s possible to do so. Although some people do place skips on roads, this can cost you a lot more and require a greater amount of paperwork. Keeping a skip on your own property can be much more convenient and cost-effective.

Do stop filling your skip before it’s overloaded

Overfilling your skip can be very dangerous since items can fly out of it and cause injuries and damage. Plus, because an overloaded skip can become too heavy to lift, the skip hire company may even refuse to take it away. Arrange for your skip to be emptied once the load starts to reach the top.

Do dismantle furniture before you place it in a skip

Try to dismantle furniture as much as you can before you add it to a skip. This will allow you to make the most of the skip’s capacity. If you don’t flatten your furniture before you put it in the skip, you could be wasting a great deal of the skip’s potential and may need to empty it prematurely.

Do add plastic and wood to your skip

Plastic and wood are two materials that you can place inside your skip without having to worry about penalties or safety. Skips are also great places to place cardboard.

Do get a permit if you need one

If you suspect that you might need a permit to place your skip where you want it to go, contact your local authority. Your skip hire company may be able to help you with the paperwork.

Do check the weight limit of your skip

Chances are that your skip has a weight limit. Find out whether it does and what the limit is so you don’t exceed it when you start adding items to your skip.

Do make it easy for your skip to be delivered

Your skip will normally be delivered by a truck. You’ll need to ensure that the truck driver can easily access the location where you want to place it.

Do consider using a roll-on, roll-off skip if you’re a commercial customer

RoRo skips are particularly useful for commercial customers. This is because businesses often have a great deal of waste to dispose of. These skips are ideal for removing large volumes of construction waste, old stock, and office furniture.

The don’ts of skip hire

Don’t add asbestos-containing materials to your skip

Asbestos-containing materials can be very dangerous if the fibres are disturbed and become airborne. ACMs need dealing with by highly experienced and trained professionals who can get rid of asbestos materials safely and effectively.

Don’t park in front of your skip

If you park a vehicle in front of your skip, it makes it difficult for your hire company to collect it when they need it back. If they cannot get to your skip, you may be forced to rebook and pay more to have it collected.

Don’t add liquids to your skip

You can’t place liquids of any kind in skips. This is because they can spill and create a deal of mess that is very difficult to clean up.

Don’t put batteries, petrol, or oils inside your skip

Batteries shouldn’t be placed in skips as they can cause fires when the skip reaches a processing plant. You can dispose of them in locations like supermarkets and certain shops instead. Some charities recycle batteries, and oils including petrol and diesel can be disposed of at your local authority waste centre.

Don’t add fridges, freezers and similar appliances to your skip

Fridges, freezers and similar items should not be put inside your skip. These are regarded as hazardous items. You may be able to get your local authority to collect these for you in return for a small fee.

Other items that are too hazardous to go in your skip include gas canisters, tyres, paint, and fluorescent tubes. If you’re not sure what you can and can’t put in a skip, talk to your skip hire company before hiring their services. 

Who can help with skip hire in Maltby?

Now you know more about the do’s and don’t’s of skip hire, you may be wondering who can assist you when you need cheap skip hire in Maltby. At Betaskips, we have a great deal of experience when it comes to helping companies and individuals find the right skips for their needs. We offer a wide range of skips to meet all needs, from midi skips to huge RoRO skips. 

We can come to your assistance whether you need to get rid of rubbish from your home, or construction waste, stock, or furniture from a business premises. Betaskips can help with rubbish disposal projects of all sizes. We’re also a great choice if you’re looking for a sustainable skip hire company. We aim to extract and recycle as many materials as we can. Our services enable you to dispose of waste whilst minimising your impact on the environment.

Contact us

If you’re still not sure about the do’s and don’ts of skip hire, or you’re ready to book cheap skip hire in Maltby, get in touch. You can reach us by calling 01302 969047, 01709 645038 or 01226 979027. Alternatively, complete the form on our site and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.