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Waste Guide

WHAT CAN & CAN'TGO IN A SKIP?

Knowing what you can and can't put in a skip helps avoid extra charges and ensures your waste is disposed of safely and legally.

Accepted Items

These items can go in any of our skips without additional charges.

General household waste
Garden waste (soil, grass, hedge trimmings)
Wood and timber
Metal and scrap
Rubble, bricks, and concrete
Tiles and ceramics
Cardboard and paper
Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
Textiles and clothing
Plastic items
Empty paint tins

Restricted Items

These items can go in a skip, but may incur additional charges. Please declare them when booking.

Tyres

Additional charge applies per tyre

Electrical items (WEEE)

Small charge may apply

Mattresses

Extra charge — must be declared when booking

Plasterboard

Must be separated from other waste

Prohibited Items

These items cannot go in a skip under any circumstances. They require specialist disposal.

Asbestos or asbestos-containing materials
Batteries (car or industrial)
Gas cylinders or pressurised containers
Liquids (paint, oil, solvents, chemicals)
Clinical or medical waste
Hazardous chemicals or pesticides
Flammable materials
Food waste in large quantities

Important: 16 Yard Skip — Light Waste Only

The 16 yard Jumbo Skip is designed for large volumes of light waste only. Heavy materials such as rubble, bricks, soil, concrete, and tiles must not be placed in a 16 yard skip. For heavy construction waste, we recommend the 8 yard Maxi Skip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I put soil and rubble in a skip?+
Yes, soil, rubble, bricks, and concrete can go in 2, 4, and 8 yard skips. However, the 16 yard Jumbo Skip is for light waste only — no heavy materials like rubble, soil, or concrete.
Can I put a fridge or washing machine in a skip?+
Electrical items (known as WEEE) can be placed in a skip, but a small additional charge may apply. Let us know when booking so we can account for it. Alternatively, your local council may offer free electrical item collection.
What happens if I put prohibited items in a skip?+
If we find prohibited items during collection, we may need to charge extra for specialist disposal or refuse to collect until the items are removed. This is because hazardous materials require licensed waste processing. If in doubt, call us on 0113 534 5441 before loading.
Can I fill the skip above the top?+
No, waste must not exceed the top of the skip. Overfilled skips are a safety hazard and cannot be legally transported on public roads. If you think you'll have more waste than the skip can hold, consider upgrading to a larger skip size.

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