Reliable skip hire in Selkirk.

The standard hire period will be 2 weeks from your date of delivery. Having said that, at the time you book your skip, you can tell us a pick up date that is perfect for you. Naturally, there is a possibility that you just won’t know how long your skip will take to fill. So if the skip is finished with earlier than expected, let us know, and we will pick it up as soon as possible.

Collections will normally be made within 48 hours. Nevertheless, it is important to remember that this may not be possible at busy times. Once collected, your skip will be taken to a local waste transfer station, where it will be processed and sorted.

Since we offer a UK-wide skip service, we use a comprehensive network of verified companies. These include small local skip hire companies to nationwide waste management providers. Each of our service providers are vetted to guarantee they match our high customer service and environmental principles.

Skips are offered in a number of different sizes to match various waste disposal needs. They are measured by volume, usually in cubic yards. The smallest of these sizes is the 2 yard skip, sometimes called the mini skip. It will hold roughly 25 bags of rubbish, which is ideal for small domestic projects.

The next size up is the 4 yard skip, which will hold approximately 35 bags of waste. This skip is roughly the size of a smallish car and is often described as a midi skip. The 4 yard is a great option for attic clearances and household refurbishment jobs.

For those who have a more significant rubbish disposal task to sort out, the builder’s skip could be the best option. These can be ordered in both 6 and 8 cubic yard sizes. As the label implies, these represent the most frequent sizes used by builders for building and demolition waste, such as clay and stone. However they can just as well be hired for domestic rubbish such as outdated furniture or bathroom suites.

We also offer 10-16 yard containers and industrial 20-40 yard roll-on roll-off containers. For more info on all the different skip sizes we have available, click the link below.

Guide to skip sizes

Once your skip is full and ready for collection, it will be taken to a nearby waste transfer station to be processed. The waste will be separated into the different waste materials, such as timber, cardboard, paper, etc. This means that as much of the rubbish as possible can be recycled, which is much better for the environment.

Hiring a skip in Selkirk with us is very straightforward. Choose the skip size you will need and enter a few details about where and when you want your skip to be delivered. After that you can pay for the skip using our secure online payment system. We will send you a confirmation email and then prepare to get your skip delivered on the date you have selected.

You can fill up your skip with a wide range of different waste types that are commonly produced from loft clearances, building work, garden landscaping and lots of other jobs. This can include wood, garden soil, bricks, garden trimmings, pieces of furniture, clothing, kitchen cabinets or old bathroom suites.

What you throw in the skip depends on the size you have hired, as there is a weight limit. For example, when you are using the skip for heavy construction wastes including concrete or soil, the maximum size you would be able to use is an 8 cubic yard.

Some materials cannot be disposed of in the skip. This includes fridges, computer monitors, tyres, asbestos, paint, plasterboard and chemicals. These materials will be classed as hazardous waste and therefore need to be disposed of separately.

The mini skip is the most compact size offered and may describe either the 2 or 3 cubic yard skip. These small bins are fantastic for small DIY work and house clearances. Their small footprint means they are excellent for driveways.

They may be used to dispose of all types of waste materials, from house furnishings and old toys to paving slabs and garden soil. Having a volume of approximately 25-30 bags of waste, the mini skip could save you having to make numerous journeys to your local recycling centre.

You don’t need to be home when your skip will be delivered, but it will help. Being home whenever the skip is delivered means that you can make sure the lorry driver is given full access and that the skip will be placed precisely where you want it. Similarly, if your skip is delivered to a company premises, we will appreciate your support during the time of delivery, particularly if gates will restrict the lorry’s access.

However, when you can’t be available at the time of delivery, you don’t need to worry. We simply ask you to let us know when you place the order, and then we will organise things from there.

It is vital to never overload a skip. You must not pass the level load line indicated along the side of the skip. If the skip is overfilled, it can be very unsafe to move. This means that if you overfill your skip, you could be asked to take away the surplus rubbish. However secure you feel the skip is, it can not be picked up if overloaded. This includes making use of doors or any other large flat pieces to build up around the waste. This is dangerous and is not allowed.

The vast majority of skip sizes can be delivered with a drop down door, making them easier to load. However, unfortunately we cannot always guarantee this. If you require a skip that has a drop-down door, please tell us when making your order, and then we can do our best to accommodate.

Having a skip that has a drop-down door makes it easier to load materials into the bin, especially with weighty materials, such as dirt and concrete, which can be pushed in using a wheelbarrow. This also makes it easier to load big and bulky items, such as pieces of furniture.

This will depend on where the skip will be located. You will only need a skip permit when it is placed on public property, like a street, pavement or grass verge. You will not require a permit when your skip will be on your private property, such as a driveway or within your company premises.

If you do have to get a permit, we will arrange this on your behalf as part of the service. Simply tell us as part of the order process, so we can make the required arrangements with the local council. They do charge a fee for the permit, so if you can locate the skip on your own land, you will save a few pounds.

We will make sure your skip will be delivered on the day required, which in most cases is going to be Monday to Saturday. For those who order before 3pm Monday to Friday, we can usually deliver your chosen skip the following day.

Although we can’t promise a precise delivery time, we will do our best to reach you within either a morning or afternoon slot of your choosing.

It is important to make sure the skip lorry will be able to access the delivery area, as a unsuccessful delivery attempt will normally incur a fee for the wasted trip.

The builder’s skip can refer to either the 8 or 6 yard skip. These will be the largest skips that can be hired to discard weighty building and construction waste materials such as rock, concrete, rubble or garden soil.

A builders skip is ideal for a variety of projects. If you are having an extension built, remodelling your bathroom or clearing out your garage, these substantial containers are often the most cost-effective solution available.

As a result of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations 2013, electric products must be kept separate from general waste materials to be recycled, reused or disposed of safely and securely. This can include all electronic products like washing machines, televisions, toasters, tablets and even hair straighteners.

We offer a nationwide skip hire service by using a network of verified and fully licensed local companies. So whether you would like skip hire in Selkirk, Kelso, Lauder, Galashiels or any other site in Roxburgh, Ettrick and Lauderdale, we can help.

A roll-on roll-off container, sometimes referred to as a RORO, is a massive skip that can be used to get rid of large volumes of rubbish. These bins are mainly for business use but can be used by residential clients too. However, you should have a good amount of space because these skips vary from 20 to 40 cubic yards, which are much larger compared to the typical skip you will likely see on the side of the road.

As a result of the size, roro containers can only be hired for lightweight materials such as plastics, timber and cardboard, so they are not appropriate for getting rid of concrete and bricks.

To discover how much it is going to cost to hire a skip in Selkirk, enter your delivery postcode into the search box above. We will immediately display which sizes we offer in your area and how much each size costs to hire. If the skip will be on the street or other council-owned property, a skip permit fee will also need to be factored in.