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The SK skip hire guide

What can go in your skip?

A practical guide to waste types, restricted items and when to ask before loading.

Book for the material you actually have

Choose the waste type that matches the job. General household material, suitable light building waste, wood and garden vegetation each have different loading considerations. If the job will produce a mixture, describe it accurately instead of selecting the easiest-looking option. Call Chris if the contents are uncertain.

Keep these items out

Keep these globally prohibited materials out of every SK skip: . Do not hide restricted items under other material. Check the current rules below and call Chris about anything uncertain before booking.

Soil, hardcore and heavy loads

Current material rules by skip size
Material2 Yard Mini4 Yard Midi6 Yard Small Maxi8 Yard Maxi
HouseholdAllowedAllowedAllowedAllowed
Light mixed constructionAllowedAllowedAllowedAllowed
Heavy mixed constructionAllowedAllowedNot allowedNo soil, hardcore or heavy mixed construction waste in this skip. Choose a suitable smaller skip or call Chris.Not allowedNo soil, hardcore or heavy mixed construction waste in this skip. Choose a suitable smaller skip or call Chris.
WoodAllowedAllowedAllowedAllowed
GreenAllowedAllowedAllowedAllowed
HardcoreAllowedAllowedNot allowedNo soil, hardcore or heavy mixed construction waste in this skip. Choose a suitable smaller skip or call Chris.Not allowedNo soil, hardcore or heavy mixed construction waste in this skip. Choose a suitable smaller skip or call Chris.
SoilCall before bookingCall Chris to confirm the material and suitable skip before booking.Call before bookingCall Chris to confirm the material and suitable skip before booking.Not allowedNo soil, hardcore or heavy mixed construction waste in this skip. Choose a suitable smaller skip or call Chris.Not allowedNo soil, hardcore or heavy mixed construction waste in this skip. Choose a suitable smaller skip or call Chris.
Not sureCall before bookingCall Chris to confirm the material and suitable skip before booking.Call before bookingCall Chris to confirm the material and suitable skip before booking.Call before bookingCall Chris to confirm the material and suitable skip before booking.Call before bookingCall Chris to confirm the material and suitable skip before booking.

Declare every material in a mixed load. Call rules need agreement with Chris before online booking. Load only to the fill line and follow the conditions agreed for your job.

Garden waste is not everything from the garden

Branches, vegetation and suitable cuttings are different from soil, stone, concrete and old containers. Keep your green-waste description accurate. If you are digging out a patio or removing a bed as well as pruning, explain both parts of the work before choosing the skip.

Declare mattresses and ask about uncertain items

Mattresses carry an extra charge and must be declared in the booking form. The current amount appears in your quote. For plasterboard, electrical items, upholstered furniture or any material you are not sure about, ask Chris before loading so the acceptance and handling requirements can be confirmed for your job.

Finish at the fill line

Keep all waste level with the rim. Do not use boards around the sides to create extra height, leave items hanging out or add material that has not been agreed. If the job creates more waste than expected, contact the team to discuss the next load. Our size guide can help you plan before delivery.

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