Whether you’re clearing out your garden and need somewhere to store the waste or you’re carrying out a large renovation, hiring a skip can be a beneficial addition to your project. Affordable skip hire can make your job a whole lot easier. But with so many skip sizes available, how do you know which one to go for?
Read on for our guide to finding the best size skip for your needs. And if you’re looking for skip hire in Norwich, don’t hesitate to get in touch to discuss your options.
Why is it so important to get the right size skip?
You may have noticed that skips come in a broad range of sizes. At Cheap Skip Hire in Norfolk, we offer everything from a 2-yard mini skip to large capacity 12-yard options. Going for the wrong size won’t be the end of the world but it could lead to extra costs and complications.
Choose a skip that’s too big and you could end up paying more than you need to and struggle to fit it on your premises.
On the other hand, hire a skip that’s too small and it could overflow, causing safety hazards. You might also need a second one if you fill the first up, leading to a more expensive skip hire overall.
How to choose the right skip size
So, how do you know which skip size is right for your requirements? Here’s an overview of skip sizes, their capacities, and the type of project they’re best suited for.
2-yard skips and 3-yard skips: best for small house clear-out
2-yard skips are usually the smallest types available. As such, they’re also the most affordable skip hire choice. They’re ideal for domestic projects, such as a small house clear-out. These mini skips can hold 20 to 30 standard bin bags of waste.
3-yard skips are slightly bigger, with a capacity of 30 to 40 bin bags. Both of these sizes are ideal for garden waste skip hire.
4-yard skips: ideal for bathroom renovations
If you’re looking to hire a skip that can hold refurbishment waste, a 4-yard option is ideal. These are a great choice for bathroom or kitchen renovations. They can accommodate mixed waste equivalent to 40 to 50 bin bags — for instance, a standard bathroom suite.
6-yard skips: best for heavy house renovation waste
Do you need a skip that can hold heavy waste such as bricks, rubble or soil? If so, a 6-yard skip is your best bet. Anything larger is unsuitable for heavy waste. These skips are a good choice for small building projects as they can hold around 50 to 60 bin bags worth of mixed builder’s waste.
8-yard skips: ideal for larger household clearances and commercial projects
8-yard skips are extremely versatile so it’s no wonder that they’re the most popular options for builders. Accommodating the equivalent of 60 to 80 bin bags, these skips are also the largest you can place on a public highway.
12-yard skips: best for commercial projects
Do you need something with a large capacity? With the ability to hold 80 to 100 bags of waste, 12-yard skips are ideal for industrial settings and commercial projects such as office or factory clearances.
Quality skip hire in Norwich and Norfolk
Knowing which size skip to get can make your clear-out or renovation more affordable and straightforward. At Cheap Skip Hire, we offer a wide selection of skip sizes across Norwich and Norfolk.
Take a look at our skip size options to find the perfect one for you. We also offer load and go waste management services in Norwich and across Norfolk. Feel free to get in touch for a quote.
