Which skip size do I need?
Nine sizes from 2 to 16 cubic yards. Here's what each one holds in bin bags, its footprint, what waste it can take, and the job it usually gets booked for.
| Skip | Holds | Size | Waste | Price inc VAT | Ex VAT | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-yard | ≈ 20 bin bags | 6ft × 4ft × 3ft | Any, incl. soil & rubble | £279 | £232.50 | Book |
| 3-yard | ≈ 30 bin bags | 7ft × 5ft × 3.5ft | Any, incl. soil & rubble | £299 | £249.17 | Book |
| 4-yard | ≈ 40 bin bags | 8ft × 5ft × 3.5ft | Any, incl. soil & rubble | £319 | £265.83 | Book |
| 6-yardMost popular | ≈ 60 bin bags | 9ft × 5ft × 4ft | Any, incl. soil & rubble | £369 | £307.50 | Book |
| 8-yard | ≈ 80 bin bags | 10ft × 6ft × 4ft | Any, incl. soil & rubble | £409 | £340.83 | Book |
| 10-yard | ≈ 100 bin bags | 12ft × 6ft × 5ft | Light bulky only | £464 | £386.67 | Book |
| 12-yard | ≈ 120 bin bags | 13ft × 6ft × 5.5ft | Light bulky only | £489 | £407.50 | Book |
| 14-yard | ≈ 140 bin bags | 14ft × 6ft × 5.5ft | Light bulky only | £499 | £415.83 | Book |
| 16-yard | ≈ 160 bin bags | 15ft × 6ft × 6ft | Light bulky only | £539 | £449.17 | Book |
By the job
| Job | Usual size |
|---|---|
| Bathroom strip-out | 2 to 4-yard |
| Kitchen rip-out | 6-yard |
| Garden clearance, one garden | 4 to 6-yard |
| Single-storey extension | 8-yard, two exchanges |
| Three-bed house clearance | 8-yard, or a full load collection |
| Shop or office strip-out | 12 to 16-yard, light waste |
| Soil from a patio dig | 2 to 6-yard, heavy |
Rules of thumb
- One cubic yard is about ten bin bags.
- Heavy waste (soil, rubble, concrete) goes in 8-yard or smaller.
- Level with the rim, never heaped. Overfilled skips can't be lifted.
- Need it on the road? 6-yard is the maximum in most of Essex. Ask about a road permit.
- When in doubt, go one size up. The next size is usually only £40 more, and a second skip is a lot more.
Questions people ask
How many bin bags in a 6-yard skip?
Roughly 60 standard black bin bags. This is only a guide: bulky shapes leave gaps, and heavy waste can reach the weight limit before the skip is full.
What's the biggest skip that takes soil and rubble?
We offer suitable skips up to 8 yards for soil and rubble. Our 10 to 16-yard skips are for light bulky waste only. Tell us the waste type and amount before booking so we can check the right size.
Skip or collection?
If the waste is ready now, and you have help to load it, wait and load is usually quicker: a full truck is £540, our driver helps, and nothing sits on the road. If it builds up over days, a skip. Read our comparison.
Found your size? Book it for tomorrow.
Book items, skips or wait and load online. For a clearance, send the details and photos for a free estimate. You can also call us if you're unsure which service to choose.