What Can You Put In A Skip You Hire In Herefordshire

Are you planning on hiring a skip in Herefordshire but not sure about what items you can put inside it? You've come to the right place! Skip Hire Herefordshire is a skip hire company based in Herefordshire, West Midlands, England. We provide skip hire services to both domestic and commercial customers in Herefordshire and surrounding areas.

In this article, we will discuss what items you can put in a skip you hire from Skip Hire Herefordshire, what items you cannot put in a skip, and how to correctly dispose of hazardous waste.

What is a skip?

A skip is a large open-topped container designed for loading waste materials onto vehicles for transportation to a landfill, recycling center or other disposal facility. Skips come in different sizes, ranging from small mini-skips (perfect for small-scale household waste clearing) to large skips (for commercial waste). When you hire a skip from Skip Hire Herefordshire, we will deliver it to your location at the agreed time and collect it as soon as you have finished loading it.

What can you put in a skip?

When hiring a skip, there are a lot of waste materials that you can put in it, such as:

Household Waste

Most household wastes can be disposed of in a skip, including but not limited to:

• Furniture: tables, chairs, beds, sofas, wardrobes etc.
• DIY waste: timber, plasterboard, bricks, concrete, rubble, tiles etc.
• White goods: fridges, freezers, washing machines, dryers, cookers etc.
• Garden waste: tree branches, bushes, weeds, grass, soil etc.

Commercial Waste

Commercial waste can also be disposed of in a skip, including but not limited to:

• Construction waste: timber, bricks, rubble, soil, plasterboard etc.
• Office waste: paper waste, cardboard, furniture etc.
• Retail waste: clothing, toys, electronics etc.

What can't you put in a skip?

While there are a lot of things that you can put in a skip, there are also some items that you should not put in a skip. These items include:

Hazardous Waste

Hazardous waste is defined as waste that is considered dangerous or potentially harmful to human health or the environment. This includes items such as chemicals, batteries, asbestos, paint, solvents, pesticides, oils and car batteries. Hazardous wastes must be disposed of in a designated way, separately from other wastes.

Electrical Items

Electrical items, such as televisions, computers, laptops, and other electronics should not be put in a skip as these items contain harmful chemicals and materials that can damage the environment.

Medical Waste

Medical waste such as needles, syringes, and other medical equipment should not be put in a skip as these can be hazardous to human health.

How to correctly dispose of hazardous waste

As mentioned earlier, hazardous waste should never be put in a skip. So, how do you dispose of hazardous waste correctly?

Chemicals

If you have any hazardous chemicals such as solvents, pesticides, or cleaning products, check with your local council to see if they provide a special hazardous waste collection. If not, there may be a designated center or private company that can collect and dispose of hazardous waste for you.

Asbestos

Asbestos is a hazardous material that needs to be disposed of by a licensed professional. In case you discover asbestos at your property, it is best to contact a licensed asbestos removal company who can safely and correctly remove and dispose of asbestos for you.

Batteries

Most local councils have a designated collection point for different types of batteries. Alternatively, you can take your old batteries to some local shops or recycling centers.

Conclusion

We hope that this article has given you a better understanding of what items you can put in a skip you hire from Skip Hire Herefordshire. Remember, we offer all sizes of skips for all types of waste disposal. If you are unsure of what size skip you require or if you have any other concerns regarding your skip hire, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01432 483028 or send us an email to [email protected].