Skip Hire Guide for Different Sizes

If you're curious about what size skip you may need for a project, our skip hire guide will help you make the right decision. At Tom White, we offer a range of different-sized skips to suit any project, whether you're tidying up your home, tackling garden waste, or managing debris from a major renovation. Whatever the job, we have the right skip to make cleanup easy and efficient. Read our skip hire guide to different skip sizes to learn more.

2-yard and 3-yard skips

2-yard skips are suitable for:

• Small garden clearances
• Ideal for tight spaces
• Public highways

Find out more about 2-yard and 3-yard skips in our skip hire guide.

4-yard skip

A midi 4-yard skip is ideal for:

• Small tasks such as bathroom retiling
• Seasonal clear-outs
• As a secondary skip for a single waste stream

Find out more about 4-yard skips in our skip hire guide.

7.3-yard skip

A 7.3-yard builders' skip is suitable for:

• DIY or building projects
• Disposing of hardcore rubble

Find out more about 7.3-yard skips in our skip hire guide.

10-yard skip

10-yard and 14-yard skips are ideal for:

• Large-scale projects
• Substantial quantities of furniture, such as complete home or office clearances

For more information, get in touch or call us on 02476 662 525 .

FAQs

How do I know what size skip to hire?

You should choose a skip size based on how many items you are disposing of and how large they are. UK skips can hold approximately:

• 2-yard skip – 20-30 bin bags
• 4-yard skip – 30-40 bin bags
• 6-yard skip – 50-60 bin bags
• 7.3-yard skip – 60-80 bin bags
• 10-yard skip – 80-100 bin bags
• 14-yard skip – 120-140 bin bags

If you need more information, feel free to get in touch for a quote.

Does it matter what I put in the skip?

Yes - try to consider the volume of the skip. Heavy waste like rubble, concrete and bricks should be placed in smaller skips (6-7.3 yards) to avoid exceeding UK lifting limits. Bulky but light materials are fine going in larger skips, as they are easier to lift.

How much should I fill my skip?

UK laws state that skips aim for a 'level load', so your waste doesn't overflow or go over the red mark on the line. Overfilling is dangerous and can mean that your waste is rejected, so it's important to select the right size skip to avoid this.

How much will it cost to hire a skip?

The cost to hire a skip depends on the size of the skip, the location and how long you're renting it for. Costs can range from approximately £180 to £500, but it's important to get an accurate quote. Get in touch or call us on 02476 662 525 for an accurate waste management estimate.