What You Can and Can’t Put In A Skip
Key takeaways from the article:
- Skip bins can hold general household trash, furniture, appliances, yard waste, renovation debris and electronics for disposal.
- Hazardous materials, medical waste, concrete, tires and live animals cannot be placed in a skip bin.
- Break down large items, distribute weight evenly, and keep the skip manageable to use properly and safely.
- If you are unsure about the waste your disposing, we urge you to consult with the skip hire company you are using before you hire the skip or before the skip is returned to the recycling facility.
Hiring a skip can be a convenient way to eliminate waste and debris simultaneously. Whether doing major home renovations, clearing out clutter, or tackling some big spring cleaning jobs, having a skip delivered to your home or business can help make disposal easy.
However, there are rules about what materials can and can’t be placed in a skip bin. Improperly filling your skip could result in fines, injuries, or even refusal of pickup. Follow these guidelines to ensure you’re using your skip bin properly and safely.
What You Can Put in a Skip
Items you can put in a general waste skip include food waste and packaging, general domestic household waste, polystyrene, green garden waste, old furnishings, bin bags, carpets and other upholstery, wood, empty and cleaned paint tins, plastic, metal, wood, bricks and other building rubble, tiles and ceramic, and old bathroom and kitchen fittings.