Skip Hire in Gloucestershire: The Ultimate Guide

Are you planning on clearing out your home, renovating your office, or undertaking a construction project? If so, you'll likely have plenty of waste to dispose of. One excellent option for getting rid of it all is skip hire. But, what can you put in a skip hire in Gloucestershire?

Skip Hire Gloucestershire is the leading skip hire company in Gloucestershire. We are proud to offer a wide range of reliable and affordable skip hire services to our customers throughout Gloucestershire and the South West of England. In this guide, we'll take a closer look at what can and cannot be put in a skip, as well as other essential information you need to know before hiring a skip.

What is Skip Hire?

Skip hire is the process of renting a large waste container, called a skip, for a fixed period of time. Skips are commonly used during home renovation projects, construction sites, and landscaping jobs. The skip is usually placed on a hard surface, like a driveway or pavement, and is then filled with waste. Once the skip is full or the rental period has expired, it is collected, and the waste is disposed of responsibly by a licensed waste carrier like Skip Hire Gloucestershire.

Why Hire a Skip?

One of the most significant benefits of using a skip is that it makes waste disposal more convenient. Instead of having to make multiple trips to the local tip or landfill, you can dispose of all your waste in one place. This not only saves time but also money on fuel costs. Plus, it's more environmentally friendly to have one large load of waste rather than multiple smaller trips.

What Can You Put in a Skip Hire in Gloucestershire?

Skips are suitable for disposing of a wide range of general household and construction waste, but there are some items that you cannot put in a skip. At Skip Hire Gloucestershire, we take safety and environmental responsibility seriously, and we want to ensure that our customers dispose of their waste correctly. Here is a list of waste that can and cannot be put in a skip:

Waste You Can Dispose of in a Skip

• General household waste, including furniture, toys, and clothing
• Construction waste, including wood, metal, bricks, rubble, and plasterboard
• Garden waste, including soil, plants, and tree branches
• Cardboard and paper
• Plastic and packaging materials

Waste You Cannot Place in a Skip

• Hazardous waste, including medical waste, asbestos, and chemicals
• Electrical goods, including televisions, fridges, and computers
• Batteries
• Fluorescent light bulbs
• Tyres
• Gas canisters or bottles

If you're unsure whether an item can be placed in a skip, contact Skip Hire Gloucestershire first for advice. Hazardous waste, in particular, should never be placed in a skip, as it can cause serious harm to people, wildlife, and the environment.

What Size Skip Do I Need?

At Skip Hire Gloucestershire, we offer a wide range of skip sizes to suit your needs. The skip size you choose will depend on the amount of waste you need to dispose of. Here is a list of our most common skip sizes, along with the amount of waste each can hold:

• 2-yard skip (approx. 20 black bags)
• 4-yard skip (approx. 40 black bags)
• 6-yard skip (approx. 60 black bags)
• 8-yard skip (approx. 80 black bags)
• 12-yard skip (approx. 120 black bags)
• 16-yard skip (approx. 160 black bags)
• 20-yard skip (approx. 200 black bags)

If you're unsure which skip size you need, contact Skip Hire Gloucestershire for advice.

What Happens to the Waste in the Skip?

At Skip Hire Gloucestershire, we take our environmental responsibility seriously. All the waste collected from our skips is taken to a licensed waste transfer station, where it is sorted and recycled or disposed of safely. We make every effort to recycle as much waste material as possible.

Contact Us Today

If you're looking for a reliable and affordable skip hire company in Gloucestershire, look no further than Skip Hire Gloucestershire. Contact us today for a quote or more information about our services. Call us at 01453 497011 or email us at [email protected]. You can also visit our website at skiphire-gloucestershire.co.uk.