Skip Hire Gloucester

When it comes to Gloucester skip hire prices it depends on how much waste you need to dispose of and therefore what size of skip you'll need. But on the whole, you can hire a domestic UK skip anywhere from £100 to £350. At JustHire, we have a network of reliable and affordable, local skip hire partners that we work with which means that we can secure the most competitive prices that Gloucester has to offer. Rely on us to offer you the best rates for hiring a skip in Gloucester, along with our trusted customer support.

The Skip Hire Process

Understanding our Gloucester skip hire process can help to streamline your experience:

1. Booking: Initiate contact with a reputable skip hire company to discuss your specific requirements. Choose the skip size that best suits your needs and arrange delivery and collection dates.

2. Permits: Depending on where you intend to position the skip, you may need a permit from your local council. Many skip hire companies can assist with this administrative step.

3. Delivery and Placement: Your chosen skip will be delivered to your designated location, ensuring secure placement and proper levelling for safety and stability.

4. Loading: Fill the skip with your waste materials while adhering to the specified fill level. Overloaded skips can pose safety hazards and result in additional charges.

5. Collection: Once your skip is full or your rental period concludes, the skip hire company will retrieve the skip and transport it to an appropriate waste disposal facility

Just Hire serves a wide range of areas within Gloucester and its surrounding regions, including:

• Longlevens

• Tuffley

• Quedgeley

• Abbeymead

• Brockworth

• Hucclecote

• Barnwood

• Kingsholm

• Podsmead

• Highnam

• Churchdown

• Hardwicke

• Matson

We are committed to providing dependable skip hire services for both residential and commercial customers across these areas and beyond, with prompt delivery and collection to meet all your waste disposal needs.

Selecting the appropriate skip size is crucial to avoid overloading and unexpected charges. Skips are available in various sizes to accommodate different types and quantities of waste. Here are some common skip sizes and their typical uses:

• Mini Skip Hire (2-3 cubic yards): Perfect for small-scale projects like garden cleanups, spring cleaning, or decluttering. Their compact size makes them driveway-friendly.

• Midi Skip Hire (4-6 cubic yards): Suited for more extensive household tasks, including kitchen or bathroom renovations. They offer increased capacity without taking up excessive space.

• Builder's Skip Hire Gloucester (8-10 cubic yards): Versatile options suitable for various projects, from handling construction and demolition waste to disposing of bulky household items.

• Large Skip Hire (12-16 cubic yards): Designed to meet significant waste disposal needs, such as sizeable construction projects or extensive clear-outs.

Gloucester City Council Bulky Waste Removal

Gloucester City Council provides a bulky item collection service for domestic property residents only that can provide an alternative solution to hiring a skip. They collect up to six items, including items like sofas, tables and chairs, white goods, electrical items and more. Their standard fee is £24 for 3 items, with each additional item costing £8.

Private Companies For Waste Disposal

If you are considering hiring a private waste removal service, don't risk being fined for fly-tipping by unscrupulous service providers. Make sure you perform checks before hiring. Companies operating lawfully will have a waste carrier license, which you can verify on the government website. Don't take chances with your waste disposal, choose a responsible and legal service and check that they have a certified waste license.

Donating To Charity

Consider donating large, still-useful items to a local charity as an alternative to skip hire. You'll not only give back, but also help those in need and make a difference in your community. In Gloucester, numerous local organisations collect these items for reuse. Contact them now and start making a positive impact:

• Emmaus Gloucestershire

• Furniture Recycling Project

Yes, if your skip will be placed on a public road or pavement in Gloucester, you'll need a skip permit from the local council. We can arrange the permit for you as part of our service; just choose "on road" during your booking, and we’ll handle the paperwork!

In Gloucester, the cost of hiring a small skip (usually around 2-3 cubic yards, also known as a "mini skip") generally starts at around £80-£100. Prices vary based on the size of the skip and the hire duration. For the best rates, it’s recommended to compare local skip hire providers, as prices can vary based on location within the city and seasonal demand.

Construction Waste: Timber, rubble, and bricks

Inert Waste: Aggregates and soil

General Waste: Items that would normally go in your weekly black bin collection

Garden Waste: Grass clippings, weeds, and shrubbery

Paper & Cardboard: Packaging or promotional cards

Plastic: Plastic bottles, detergent bottles, etc.

Household Items: Furniture and carpet

Commercial or Trade Waste: Large amounts of mixed waste

Metals: Drink cans, foil, bedframes

Wood: Old wood flooring, scrap wood from DIY

For more information please see our more comprehensive guide: What can you put in a skip?

Electrical Appliances: Televisions, computers, washing machines, fridges.

Tyres: Old car or bike tyres are not allowed in a skip.

Upholstered Seating and Furniture: Including: sofas, armchairs, futons and bean bags.

Asbestos: Asbestos must never be placed in a skip and requires specialist disposal.

Harmful Chemicals: Including such as solvents and glue.

Fluorescent Tubes: Contain mercury and cannot be put in a skip.

Medical Waste: Includes biological waste or bodily fluids.

Batteries: Contain harmful battery acid and must be taken to a recycling centre.

Paint Cans: Filled tins need to be disposed of at a disposal centre or local tip.

Oil/Petrol/Diesel: Extremely flammable and should never be put in a skip.

Gas Cylinders: Used Gas cylinders must not be put in a skip.

Animal Waste: Includes deceased animals, fur, feathers, and excrement.

Yes, you can put a skip on the road. Placing on the road requires a skip permit. This can be organised by JustHire, just select skip placement as "on-road" during your checkout. Permits will require an additional fee and the local council can reject an application, without refunding the cost. A great alternative to a road permit is a wait and load service. This is where the skip is lowered, you then have 30 minutes to fill before it is collected again. This can be done on a public road and does not require a permit. During your order just select the "wait and load" option for this service.

The ideal location is on a driveway. You won't need a permit, which will reduce the overall cost of your hire. It will also provide easy access for filling the skip and avoid any risk from passing traffic. Just make sure there is enough space on the driveway for the size you have ordered. Use our handy guide here

Justhire offers hire periods of up to 14 days with no extra charges, and we also offer week-long extensions for a fee.

When it comes to skip hire, choosing the right size is crucial. It’s important to think about how much waste you need to dispose of. Sizes range from 2 cubic yards all the way up to 16 cubic yards. To help make your decision a little easier, we’ve put together this handy skip size guide that takes you through some of the most common sizes and their dimensions.