The rules and regulations can be a bit tricky regarding what can and cannot be placed in skips, as some skip-hire companies will be different in terms of what they accept, so it is always best to check. However, here are some general rules regarding what you can and cannot throw in a skip.
What Is General Mixed Waste?
The great majority of skips booked by DIYers or builders are for general mixed or mixed construction and demolition waste. The forms of waste and garbage that are commonly accepted under this waste category are listed below:
- Garden Waste
- Wood
- Household Waste
- Plastics
- Scrap metals
- Hard-core
- Soils
- Rubble
- Bricks
- Paper and cardboard
- General dry wastes
- Concrete
- Furniture
- Carpets/tiles
Skip Hire Overfill
For those that are looking to hire a skip for soil, bricks, concrete, or rubble, we at Cardiff & Caerphilly Skips recommend that you limit the size of the skip you hire to 6 cubic yards due to the weight of waste once the skip is filled, which can affect the skip vehicle lifting capacity to take it away at the end of the day.
If you disregard our advice and request a larger skip without alerting the skip provider, you may be charged for a wasted trip and requested to remove some of the rubbish before the skip vehicle arrives, costing you more money and giving you more effort and annoyance.
What Cannot Go In A General Waste Skip?
The following items should not be placed in a general mixed waste skip, as they are classified as hazardous, non-recyclable or unsuitable to be mixed with other waste types. Please be aware!
- Aerosols & Gas Canisters
- Tyres
- Asbestos
- Medical Waste
- Batteries
- Fluorescent Light Tubes
- Fridges & Freezers
- Oil or Fuel
- Hazardous Waste
- Paint or Liquids
- Perishable Waste
- Explosive Materials
- Toxic Materials
- Televisions or Monitors
- Plasterboard
- Mattresses
By following the above list, you should avoid any problems or unwanted additional charges for placing incorrect waste types into the wrong skip.
Contact Us For Skip Hire Services
At Cardiff & Caerphilly Skips, we specialise in all things waste removal. We have a wide range of skip types and sizes on offer to meet your precise needs. In addition, if you order before noon (Monday to Saturday) we can have your skip delivered on the same day you order it!
We also offer a separate hazerdous waste disposal service for removing materials that may be dangerous to people and/or the environment.
Contact our dedicated and experienced team today to learn more.
