Find the Right Skip for Your Site
Skip hire is a practical solution when waste is generated over several days or when you need a container available on site — ideal for fit-outs, refurbishments, site clearances and ongoing commercial projects.
Skip Hire for Sites, Shops and Offices
A skip suits work that generates waste over days rather than hours, and it stays on your site so your team can load it as the job goes on.
Tell us where the skip will be placed, what is going in it and the size you need. Businesses collecting regularly can ask to be set up on a credit account.
About this service
We offer 4, 6, 8, and 12 cubic yard skips that can be placed on private property online.
Need the skip delivered on the public highway or an enclosed skip?
No problem, just drop us a message and we can arrange this for you
Skip Size Guide
Choose the right skip for your site. Every size below can be booked online.
4 Yard Skip
40–45bin bags approx.Ideal forSmall clear-outs, bathroom renovations, garden waste and DIY projects.
Dimensions:Approx. L 2.0m · W 1.6m · H 1.0m
6 Yard Skip
60–65bin bags approx.Ideal forMedium household clear-outs, kitchen and bathroom renovations, building waste.
Dimensions:Approx. L 2.4m · W 1.7m · H 1.2m
8 Yard Skip
80–85bin bags approx.Ideal forLarger house clear-outs, renovations, bulky household and heavy waste.
Dimensions:Approx. L 3.6m · W 1.7m · H 1.4m
12 Yard Skip
120–125bin bags approx.Ideal forLarge house clear-outs, major renovations, office clearances and bulky waste.
Dimensions:Approx. L 4.0m · W 1.8m · H 1.7m
Skip Size Calculator
Answer four questions and we will point you at the skip that fits. Capacity, weight limit and price are confirmed as part of your quote.
This is guidance to help you choose a starting point. The right skip for your job — and its capacity, weight limit and price — is confirmed as part of your quote.
Placement
Your Own Premises
Place the skip in your yard, car park or private land — no permit needed.
Public Highway
A permit or additional approval may be required. The permit process, lead time and charges must be confirmed before booking.
Managed or Shared Sites
Business parks, retail units and managed estates may need the landlord or site manager to approve placement and access times. Confirm this before you book.
Important Guidance for Skip Hire
- Only fill the skip to the level fill line
- Check the accepted waste table
- Make sure access is clear for your delivery and collection to avoid any additional charges
Skip Hire Waste Declaration
Van-Go Clearance Ltd — official waste acceptance guide.
Accepted in a Skip
- Accepted: General non-hazardous waste
- Accepted: Household waste
- Accepted: Wood
- Accepted: Metal
- Accepted: Furniture (non-upholstered)
- Accepted: Garden waste
- Accepted: Non-hazardous construction waste — bricks, rubble, soil (weight limits apply)
- Accepted: Packaging and cardboard
Accepted — must be declared
- Must be declared: Plasterboard and gypsum (must be kept separate)
- Must be declared: Mattresses (POPs charge)
- Must be declared: Roofing felt
- Must be declared: Gas bottles and gas cylinders
- Must be declared: Electrical equipment (WEEE)
- Must be declared: Fridges and freezers (refrigerant charge)
- Must be declared: Tyres
- Must be declared: Upholstered seating and sofas (POPs)
- Must be declared: Heavy materials
- Must be declared: Paint tins — empty and dry only
Not Accepted in a Skip
- Not accepted: Asbestos
- Not accepted: Chemicals, oils and solvents
- Not accepted: Clinical and medical waste
- Not accepted: Other hazardous waste
- Not accepted: Loose batteries and vapes
- Not accepted: Liquids
- Not accepted: Excessive food waste
How It Works
- 01Step 01
Choose your skip size
Four sizes, from a small clearance to a full builder’s skip.
- 02Step 02
Tell us where it will be placed
Your yard, private land, or roadside (permit may be required).
- 03Step 03
Confirm what’s going in
We’ll ensure the right skip type for your waste stream.
- 04Step 04
Book and fill at your own pace
Keep the skip for several days while you load.
Important Guidance
Fill Level
Skips must not be filled above the rim for safe transport.
Weight Restrictions
Weight limits apply and will be confirmed for your selected skip.
Restricted Items
Some materials are restricted or separately priced — see the waste declaration above.
Access
Confirm placement space, overhead clearance and site access hours before booking. A failed delivery is a wasted journey charge.
Why Choose Van-Go Skip Hire
- Flexible hire periods — for up to 2 weeks.
- Reliable delivery and collection — pre-arrange your collection and delivery.
- Fully compliant disposal — waste processed at licensed facilities with recycling prioritised.
- Transparent pricing — pay only for the skip size and duration you need.
Instant Pricing
What do you need cleared?
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No call out fees · No guessing
In as little as 60 seconds
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our skip hire for business service, collection protocols, and pricing.
Need direct advice?
Speak to our clearance experts
Have a bespoke load or non-standard items? Our dispatch team responds promptly with advice and fixed quotes.
Use the size guide above, or provide project details as part of your quote for the most suitable recommendation.
A permit may be required for skips placed on a public highway. The permit process, lead time and charges must be confirmed before booking.
2 weeks. Need it longer? Just give us a call.
Some mixed waste is suitable. Tell us what is going in and we will confirm the right skip type for your waste stream.
Skips must not be filled above the rim. Overfilling may affect collection.
Next Step
Ready to Book Your Skip?
Choose your size, tell us where it will be placed on site and check available dates.