Skip bins are commonly used on building and industrial sites as an easy and convenient rubbish removal option. They can also be very useful for use at your home if you have a large amount of rubbish that you need to get rid of. Skip bins are great because they can be delivered to your home and filled at your leisure. Once they're full, they can be picked up by the skip bin company and you won't need to worry about hiring a vehicle to dispose of the rubbish at the tip. Here are three common questions that you may have about hiring a skip bin for your home.

1. What can I put in the skip bin?

What kind of rubbish you can put in your skip bin depends on the type of bin you hire. Generally, you can hire bins that are for general waste, green waste, or mixed waste. If you opt for a mixed waste bin you may need to pay a little more, as this will require the skip hire company to sort through it before disposal.

Whichever type of bin you hire, certain material is strictly prohibited from being put in skip bins. This includes batteries, hazardous waste or materials, gas cylinders, and car tyres. Food that will become putrid, such as meat or dairy, is also not permitted in skip bins. If you're unsure of what you can and can't include, ask your skip bin company to provide you with a comprehensive list.

2. How much can I fill the skip bin?

To comply with safety regulations and waste removal laws, skip bins can only be filled to the level of the sides. No waste should be sticking out over this level or piled beyond it. If your bin is overfilled when the company comes to collect it, they can refuse to move it until the excess waste is removed. This will mean you may be charged for the call out fee anyway.

Some companies may remove the excess waste and leave it beside the bin if it appears safe to do so. If this happens, you will usually be charged with an excess handling fee.

3. Where can I put the skip bin?

Generally speaking, skip bins can be located in a space that will be most convenient and efficient for you. You can choose a space anywhere that the delivery vehicle can access safely without damaging property, power lines, trees, or street signs. If you need the skip bin to be placed on a street or public path, then you'll need to get a council permit to do this. The skip bin hire company that you choose can usually organise this for you.

Hiring a skip bin is a simple, efficient, and cost-effective way to clear your property of unwanted rubbish. If you're unsure which size will best suit your needs, then contact a skip bin hire company who can give you the right advice.