Regular household bins are not suitable for large waste disposal jobs, if you have a lot of waste material which needs to be removed from your home a skip is the most affordable solution. You cannot store vast amounts of waste in bin bags outside your home as they will take up too much space and become a nuisance.
The following guidelines will help you before deciding to hire a skip.
Consider the Location
You will want to position your skip as close as possible to the area in which you are operating, this will make loading heavy material manageable and less strenuous. The advantage of positioning your skip on your driveway or premises is that you do not have to apply for a permit as it is on private property. In contrast, if you do not have available space on your property you will have to arrange a permit to leave your skip in a public area. Contact your local council for further information concerning permits.
Identify a Safe Area
You will be loading your skip with building or household material some of which may contain old or rusted compounds which could potentially injure someone. Try to choose a location where you can fully view the skip at all times to ensure no children are playing around or in the unit. Pick out a place which is quiet and out of the way from pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users. In addition, consider the skip lorry and choose an area which is easily accessible during delivery and collection.
Smartly Stack Your Unit
Make use of the space in the skip and ensure all the material you load into the unit is packed together to increase storage space. Break up and disassemble waste products which will be going into the skip, always try to make them as flat as possible so they fit neatly into the unit. Avoid throwing in rubbish before it has been broken down, make sure it is a more manageable size, as larger units will quickly fill up all available space, this means the company will have to make multiple collections, costing you more money.
Understand What Can & Can’t Be Put Inside
It is best to contact the skip hire company to verify with them, they will be able to tell you what kind of material you canload into the skip. Skips are usually filled with general waste such as beds, chairs, and other household or commercial products. Some items are restricted including:
- Asbestos
- Garden Trimmings
- Hazardous or Toxic Material
- Television sets
- Fridges
- Electrical items
- Paint cans
- Medical waste
- Tyres
- Plasterboard
- Batteries
- Gas cylinders
- Explosives
- Flammable compounds such as petrol or diesel
- Computer monitors
If you employ a company involved in skip hire St Albans you can speak to a representative who will provide you with further information on the matter.
Always hire a competent, reputable skip hire company who will provide an affordable, professional service. Hiring a skip is a great way to manage waste disposal issues which may arise from renovations to your property or house moving purposes.