Skip Hire Leicester

Leicester on the type and size of the skip that you hire prices can vary. On the whole, if you're hiring a skip for personal and domestic use, you can expect to pay between £100 to £350. At JustHire, when it come to skip hire Leicester customers can enjoy value for money. With our professional and budget-friendly local skip supplier network it means that you can benefit from the most competitive rates for hiring a skip in Leicester and be confident that you're getting the best deal.

The Skip Hire Process

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

1. Booking: Initiate contact with a reputable Derby 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 Leicester and its surrounding regions, including:

• Oadby

• Wigston

• Beaumont Leys

• Aylestone

• Evington

• Clarendon Park

• Knighton

• Stoneygate

• Leicester Forest East

• Syston

• Birstall

• Enderby

• Glen Parva

We are committed to providing reliable skip hire services for both residential and commercial customers across these areas and beyond, ensuring 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 Leicester (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 Leicester (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.

Leicester City Council Waste Collection

If you need to dispose of old furniture, such as a sofa, armchair, table, or mattress, you can book a bulky waste collection with Leicester City Council for a small fee. The service is available for domestic properties only and charges depend on the type of waste and the number of items. For 1 to 3 items, the charge is £34.91, and for up to 6 items (maximum), the fee is £52.30. An additional charge of £12.88 applies for fridges and freezers. If you have more than six items, you can book an extra collection.

Private Waste Removal Companies

Hiring a private waste removal company can be a good alternative to skip hire, but you should be cautious when choosing a provider. Many waste removal companies operate illegally by fly-tipping the waste they collect. If this happens, the person responsible for the waste may be liable for a fine. Always ensure that the company you choose holds a valid waste carrier license, ask where the waste will be disposed of, and request a receipt for the service. You can verify the company’s waste carrier license on the government’s website.

Charitable Donations

A great way to avoid hiring a skip to dispose of large, usable items is to donate them to local charities. It’s an excellent way to give back to the community while getting rid of unwanted items. Several local charity organisations in Leicester accept large, functional items for reuse. Consider contacting these charities for assistance:

• Hope City Furniture

• RSPCA Leicester

• The Furniture Project

• British Heart Foundation Furniture & Electrical Store

By donating, you not only help those in need but also contribute to sustainability in your community.

Yes, if your skip will be placed on a public road or pavement in Leicester, 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 Leicester, 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.