The dos and don’ts of skip hire – Whether it’s your first time hiring a skip or you’re a seasoned pro, you need to keep the dos and don’ts in mind when hiring your container.
Skip hire is one of the easiest, most efficient ways of getting rid of your unwanted waste – no matter if you’re taking on a full home renovation or just a simple cupboard clear-out.
In this article, our team of experts here at A1 Skip Hire have put together a list of some things you should and shouldn’t do when it comes to skip hire in Bolton.
Do: hire the right skip size
Making sure you hire the right sized skip is extremely important.
You need to be certain that your waste won’t pile up beyond the fill line, meaning you’ll need to pay extra for a second container.
You also don’t want a skip that’s too big – as you’ll be paying for extra room that you don’t really need.
Here at A1 Skip Hire, we have a few different domestic skip sizes for you to choose from, including:
- 2-yard mini skip – this size holds up to 30 bin bags or 4 wheelie bins full of rubbish.
- 4-yard midi skip – these skips can fit up to 40 bin bags or 8 wheelie bins full of rubbish.
- 8-yard maxi skip – this size is ideal if you expect your project to generate up to 60 bin bags or 16 wheelie bins worth of waste.
Don’t: put hazardous waste in your skip
Safety legislation dictates that skip hire companies, like us, can only accept certain types of waste in our containers.
While your bog-standard kitchen renovations or garden makeovers probably won’t generate a massive amount of hazardous items, you still need to be aware of what we can and can’t take from you.
Some of these restricted items include:
- Fridges, freezers and other electrical appliances
- Oil and paint cans
- Medical, biological and laboratory waste
- Food waste
- Rubber tyres
If you’re unsure if an item can go in your skip or not, be sure to give us a call on 01257 273 284 for expert advice. We’re always happy to help!
Do: get a permit if you need one
If you’re keeping your skip in your garden or driveway, then you won’t need a skip hire permit.
However, you may not have the luxury of a spacious front yard. This leaves you with no choice but to leave a container on the road or pavement outside your home – aka, a public highway.
At A1, we’re able to obtain a licence on your behalf – so if you think you’ll need one, be sure to let us know when making your booking.
Don’t: overfill your skip
A general rule to follow is not to let your rubbish pile higher than the top of your container.
Too much waste in one skip means that the maximum weight is likely to be exceeded. This can have some serious implications for our drivers, because of the dangers this represents.
Always have a rough estimate of how much waste your project will generate, and we’ll be sure to provide the perfect size for you!
Ready to hire a skip in Bolton?
If you’re looking for an easy and effective solution for getting rid of your unwanted waste, then what are you waiting for?
Skip hire in Bolton is one the most efficient methods of waste removal, and our experts here at A1 would be more than happy to help you out.
Book your skip with us online today or give us a call on 01257 273 284 to speak to us directly.