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Skip Sizes & Prices

Planning significant home improvements or managing construction debris? Understanding skip hire costs is crucial for effective budgeting. At SH Skip Hire, we offer competitive pricing tailored to your needs, with skip sizes ranging from mini (2-3 yards) priced around £125, to larger builder (6-8 yards) skips at approximately £320 per week, depending on your location.

Remember, if you're placing the skip on public land, you will need a skip hire permit, which can cost between £15 and £60. Our pricing is transparent, and we're committed to providing value, ensuring you receive the best service without the need for multiple quotations. Contact us directly to discuss your requirements and secure your skip today.

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Tips for Selecting Skip Sizes

  • Go Larger: It's more economical to choose a skip slightly larger than needed instead of hiring two.
  • Domestic Projects: For home renovations or clear-outs, a 4 to 8- yard skip is ideal.
  • Waste Restrictions: Check specific waste guidelines with your provider, as they vary.
  • Road Placement: If no room is available on your property, a road permit is needed for placing skips. Contact us for assistance; larger than 8-yard skips may face permit restrictions.
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4 Yard Skip Size

Ideal for small to medium projects like garden tidy-ups or kitchen and bathroom renovations, our 4-yard skips are compact yet capable. These skips are straightforward to load and perfect for residential use.


Top Tip: Break down bulky items like cabinets and boxes to maximise space. Start with larger items at the bottom and fill gaps with smaller waste.

Dimensions: 1.8m x 1.3m x 0.9m
Capacity: Holds approximately 35-40 bin bags
Usage: Ideal for garden waste, spring cleaning, both light and heavy items.

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6 Yard Skip Size

Known as the small builders' skip, our 6-yard skips are well-suited for heavier loads, making them perfect for larger home renovations and building projects. This is the largest size recommended for disposing of heavy waste like soil, concrete, or rubble.


Top Tip: Distribute weight evenly to avoid overloading and facilitate safe transportation.

Dimensions: 2.6m x 1.7m x 1m
Capacity: Holds approximately 65-70 bin bags
Usage: Great for construction waste, old kitchen and bathroom suites, and other substantial domestic waste.

8 Yard Skip Size

Our 8-yard skips are ideal for projects that generate a significant amount of bulky waste. Commonly seen on building sites, these skips can handle a mix of materials but are best kept to a maximum of 50% soil or rubble.


Top Tip: This size is typically the largest that can obtain a road permit—always check local regulations by contacting us directly.

Dimensions: 3.6m x 1.7m x 1.2m
Capacity: Fits approximately 70-80 bin bags
Usage: Suitable for a variety of building waste, including light and heavy materials.

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10 Yard Skip Size

Perfect for larger building projects with light waste, our 10-yard skips offer a balance between size and accessibility. They're a common choice for extensive renovations but check the suitability of your driveway for heavy loads.


Top Tip: Verify that your driveway can support the weight, especially with freshly laid tarmac, to prevent damage during skip placement and removal.

Dimensions: 3.6m x 1.8m x 1.5m
Capacity: Holds around 90-100 bin bags
Usage: Ideal for light construction debris, large household cleanouts, and garden waste.

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12 Yard Skip Size

For the most extensive domestic projects or commercial building sites, our 12-yard skips provide ample space for bulky waste. This size is the limit for many local permits for on- road placement, so it's best suited for large clean-ups and refurbishments.


Top Tip: Check with us for permit requirements before placing this large skip on a road, as approval is less common due to its size.

Dimensions: 3.7m x 1.7m x 1.8m
Capacity: Can hold around 110-120 bin bags
Usage: Excellent for large scale domestic projects, office clear-outs, and bulky items.

Price Guide for Skip Hire

Our pricing varies based on the size of the skip and your location. Below is a guideline to help you predict the budget for your project:

Location 6-Yard Skip 8-Yard Skip
Brighton £255 £295
Cambridge £210 £245
Manchester £225 £260
London £225 £260
Leeds £210 £245
Glasgow £235 £243
Cardiff £225 £235
Oxford £190 £215
Bristol £235 £243
Southampton £225 £235
Nottingham £210 £245
Wolverhampton £225 £235
Basingstoke £220 £249
Milton Keynes £255 £295
Worthing £235 £243
Northampton £210 £245
Bury St Edmunds £220 £249
Rochdale £255 £295
Cramlington £235 £243
Stoke £210 £245
Newark on Trent £255 £295
Rotherham £235 £243
Sheffield £225 £260

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