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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I book a skip?
A: Call our experienced and helpful Sales team on (01202) 656771.
Q: What happens to my waste after it is taken away?
A: The waste will be taken to our own waste transfer station where it is sorted, recycled or disposed of in the most environmentally friendly way possible. On average, 80% of our materials are re-used or recycled.
We own and operate a licensed waste transfer station, WML/23715
Q: What size skip do I need?
A: We have a wide variety of skip sizes available. Please refer to our skip hire, skip-bag and roll-on-off sections, or contact us for further details.
Q: Where can I have my skip dropped?
A: You can have it dropped on any privately owned land such as your driveway, garden or building site.
Q: Are there any restrictions on what I can put into a skip?
A: Yes. You cannot use a skip to dispose of asbestos, plasterboard, fridge/freezers, car batteries, tyres, gas cylinders, paint tins (empty or full), food waste, fluorescent tubes, liquids, oe any electronic waste. Please ask a member of staff for assistance.
Q: How full can I load the skip?
A: Containers can be level loaded only.
Q: How long can I keep the skip?
A: Skips can usually be kept on site for up to 7 days. However individual requirements can be accommodated dependent on availability.
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Items which should NOT be placed in your
skip/waste container
EWC code
09.01.11 Single-use cameras containing Ni/Cad or mercury batteries
15.01.10 Packaging containing residues of ore contaminating by, dangerous substances
15.02.02 Absorbents, filter materials (including oil filters not otherwise specified), wiping clothes and protective clothing contaminated by dangerous substances
16.01.07 Oil filters (e.g. from garages, farms, workshops, petrol stations etc).
16.01.11 Break pads containing asbestos (e.g. from garages, farms, workshops, petrol stations etc)
16.05.04 Gases in pressure containers (including halons) containing dangerous substances (e.g. gas cylinders, LPG aerosols etc).
20.01.13 Solvents (e.g. white spirit, de-greasers, thinners etc).
20.01.14 Acids (e.g. battery fluids, de-scalars etc).
20.01.15 Alkaline's (e.g. oven cleaners, drain cleaners etc).
20.01.17 Photo chemicals
20.01.19 Pesticides
20.01.21 Fluorescent tubes and other mercury-containing waste.
20.01.23 Discarded equipment containing chlorofluorocarbons (e.g. fridges, fire extinguishers etc).
20.01.27 Paint, inks, adhesives and resins containing dangerous substances
20.01.29 Detergents containing dangerous substances
20.02.33 Batteries and accumulators (lead/acid, Ni/Cad or mercury batteries) and unsorted batteries and accumulators containing batteries
20.01.35 Discarded electrical an non-electrical equipment containing hazardous components (e.g. TV's, monitors etc)
20.20.37 Wood containing dangerous substances
Various Asbestos (including sheets and bagged fibres/lagging).
Various Oily wastes.
Various Tyres.
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