Skip Sizes and Prices

What size of skip do I need? We can provide you with any size skip that you require, but if you haven't hired a skip before, you may wonder what size you need.

Our guide below lists the various skip sizes that we hire, along with description, size and typical jobs that would use a skip that size.
If in doubt, just give us a call and we can advise the best option!

  Capacity Height Length Width
Cu Mtrs Cu Yards Mtrs Ft Mtrs Ft Mtrs Ft
2 yard skip 1.5 2 0.76 2'6" 1.2 4' 0.91 3'
4 yard skip 3 4 0.97 3'2" 1.92 6'9" 1.38 4'9"
6 yard skip (builders) 4.6 6 1.22 4' 2.6 8'6" 1.52 5
8 yard skip 6 8 1.22 4' 3.66 12' 1.68 5'6"
12 yard skip 9.2 12 1.68 5'6" 3.7 12'2" 1.78 5'10"
18 yard container 15.3 / 30.6 20 / 40 1.85 / 2.51 6'1" / 8'2" 6.096 20' 2.4 7'9"

2 yard skip» small garden or house waste or room project 4 yard skip» small kitchen / bathroom and commercial waste
6 yard skip» most popular skip used in building trade 8 yard skip» bigger house projects - loft conversions etc
12 and 18 yard skips» large clearance, light bulky waste, e.g. office and house clearances

Site Clearance: We offer a full site clearance service - just give us a call to discuss your requirements.

Prices: Our prices are always competitive and vary according to specific details of the hire (e.g. location) and so we ask that you give us a call!

What cannot go into skip: The following is a list of typical items that cannot be placed in skips - asbestoes/fridge/freezers, batteries etc. For additonal information, please see our FAQ page. If you have specific items that you are unsure about, please call us to check.

Weight limits: Skips might be big, but our trucks do have weight limits. Skips larger than 6 cu yards are not suitable for heavy waste (hardcore / soil etc).

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