YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT SKIP
When it comes to efficient waste management, hiring the right skip size is essential. Whether you're tackling a home renovation, clearing out your garden, or managing waste from a large construction site, the appropriate skip can make all the difference. Ace Liftaway, based in Romsey and servicing Hampshire and Wiltshire, is here to guide you through the process, ensuring you make the best choice for your project.
Since 1988, Ace Liftaway has provided competitive and reliable skip hire across Hampshire and Wiltshire. From Romsey to Southampton, Chandler’s Ford to Salisbury, and everywhere in between, we offer a range of skips to suit any project, backed by a team of professional and knowledgeable staff dedicated to excellent customer service.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SKIP SIZE FOR YOUR PROJECT
3-YARD MIDI SKIP: PERFECT FOR SMALL GARDEN JOBS
The 3-yard midi skip is ideal for small garden projects and is particularly suitable for heavy materials like soil and rubble. However, please note that plasterboard is not permitted in this skip.
Key Features:
Capacity: 3 cubic yards
Best For: Small garden jobs, soil, and rubble
Plasterboard: Not permitted
4-YARD MAXI SKIP: SUITED FOR KITCHEN AND BATHROOM RENOVATIONS
The 4-yard maxi skip is perfect for moderate home renovations, such as kitchen or bathroom refits. It’s also suitable for heavier materials, though plasterboard is not allowed.
Key Features:
Capacity: 4 cubic yards
Ideal For: Kitchen and bathroom renovations, heavy materials
Plasterboard: Not permitted
6-YARD BUILDERS SKIP: GREAT FOR LARGER BUILDING PROJECTS
The 6-yard builders skip is the go-to choice for building projects. It’s designed to handle heavy materials, making it ideal for construction waste, but it cannot accept plasterboard.
Key Features:
Capacity: 6 cubic yards
Common Uses: Building projects, heavy waste
Plasterboard: Not permitted
8-YARD SKIP: SUITABLE FOR LARGE-SCALE RENOVATIONS
An 8-yard skip is ideal for more extensive renovation projects but is not suitable for inert waste. It can be filled approximately halfway with rubble, but plasterboard is not allowed.
Key Features:
Capacity: 8 cubic yards
Suitable For: Large renovations, general waste (not inert)
Plasterboard: Not permitted
10-YARD INDUSTRIAL SKIP: IDEAL FOR HOUSEHOLD AND OFFICE CLEARANCES
The 10-yard industrial skip is designed for light waste only, making it popular for household and office clearances. This skip is not suitable for plasterboard or heavy waste materials.
Key Features:
Capacity: 10 cubic yards
Best For: Household and office clearances, light waste
Plasterboard: Not permitted
14-YARD INDUSTRIAL PLUS SKIP: FOR EXTENSIVE LIGHT WASTE DISPOSAL
For larger light waste disposal needs, the 14-yard industrial plus skip is ideal. It’s popular for extensive household and office clearances but cannot accommodate plasterboard.
Key Features:
Capacity: 14 cubic yards
Ideal For: Extensive household and office clearances, light waste
Plasterboard: Not permitted
Other imortant considerations when choosing to hire a skip
WHAT CAN’T I PUT IN MY SKIP?
While skips are incredibly versatile, there are specific items that cannot be placed in a general waste skip due to safety and environmental regulations. However, Ace Liftaway can collect these items at a chargeable rate. The following items are prohibited:
Fridges and Freezers
Batteries
Pressurised Cylinders
Oils and Chemicals
Tyres
Tree Roots
Mattresses
TVs and Monitors
Waste Upholstered Domestic Seating (WUDs)
WASTE UPHOLSTERED DOMESTIC SEATING (WUDs)
Waste Upholstered Domestic Seating (WUDs) includes any household or business seating items that are being disposed of. Examples of WUDs that may contain Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs), and therefore cannot be placed in general skips without an additional cost, include:
Sofas
Sofa beds
Armchairs
Kitchen and dining room chairs
Stools and footstools
Home office chairs
Futons
Bean bags, floor and sofa cushions
This includes any part made of or containing leather, synthetic leather, other fabric, or foam. Due to the presence of POPs, the manufacture, sale, and use of these products are now banned.
For the disposal of new plasterboard and asbestos, separate skips must be used. Please contact us for a quotation if you need to dispose of any of these items.
PLASTERBOARD DISPOSAL
For projects involving plasterboard, it’s essential to order a dedicated skip or tonne bag specifically for this material. Plasterboard must be disposed of separately to comply with waste management regulations.
SKIP HIRE PRICES IN HAMPSHIRE AND WILTSHIRE
Skip hire is an efficient and often cost-effective way to dispose of unwanted waste. The cost of hiring a skip can vary depending on several factors, including the size of the skip, the duration of hire, your location, and whether a skip hire permit is required.
At Ace Liftaway, our online booking system makes it easy to get an accurate quote for your skip hire. Simply select the skip size you need, and our system will provide a price along with the option to book and pay online. If you have any questions or need assistance, our friendly team is just a phone call away at 01794 367939.
SPECIALIST SKIP HIRE SERVICES
For more complex projects, such as the disposal of hazardous materials or other specialist waste, please contact us directly. Our experienced team can tailor a waste disposal solution to meet your specific needs, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
WHY CHOOSE ACE LIFTAWAY?
Ace Liftaway has been a leader in skip hire and waste management in Hampshire and Wiltshire for over three decades. We pride ourselves on our competitive prices, efficient booking system, timely delivery and collection services, and professional staff. Our fully trained, uniformed drivers ensure a high level of service, while our knowledgeable office team provides rapid turnaround times on any container size ordered.
Whether you’re a trade or residential customer, we’re here to help you with all your skip hire needs. Contact Ace Liftaway today on 01794 367939 or use our online booking system to secure your skip hire in Southampton, Romsey, and beyond.
