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8 Yard Builders Skip

8 YARD SKIPHIRE LEEDS

Our most popular skip. The 8 yard builders skip holds around 100 bin bags, takes heavy waste like rubble and soil, and starts from £280 inc. VAT with same-day delivery available across Leeds.

The 8 Yard Skip Explained

The 8 yard skip — often called a “builders skip” — is the size most people picture when they think of a skip, and it's our best-seller for good reason. It strikes the ideal balance between capacity and footprint: big enough for a serious clearance or renovation, yet compact enough to fit on most driveways.

Crucially, the 8 yard skip can take heavy waste — rubble, soil, bricks and concrete — as well as general household and garden waste. That makes it the go-to choice for building projects where a 16 yard jumbo (light waste only) won't do.

Capacity

~100 bin bags / 8 cubic yards

Dimensions

Approx. 12ft long × 5ft 9in wide × 4ft high

Waste type

Heavy & general — rubble, soil and mixed waste OK

Great For

House and garage clearances
Large home renovations (multiple rooms)
Building and construction waste
Garden landscaping with soil and rubble
Small commercial clearouts

Not Allowed

Plasterboard (must be bagged separately — just ask)
Hazardous waste, asbestos, tyres or paint tins
Electrical items (WEEE), fridges or mattresses without notice

See our full guide to what can & can't go in a skip.

8 Yard Skip Hire — FAQs

How much is an 8 yard skip in Leeds?+
An 8 yard builders skip starts from £280 inc. VAT in Leeds, including a standard 7-day hire. Your exact price depends on your postcode — enter it on our instant price checker for a precise quote.
How many bin bags fit in an 8 yard skip?+
An 8 yard skip holds roughly 100 standard bin bags, or about 8 cubic yards of waste. It's the best all-rounder for most renovation and clearance jobs, which is why it's our most popular size.
Can I put heavy waste like rubble and soil in an 8 yard skip?+
Yes. Unlike the 16 yard jumbo skip (light waste only), the 8 yard builders skip is built for heavy and mixed waste, including rubble, soil, bricks and concrete. Please keep heavy waste level — don't overfill above the rim.
What size skip is bigger or smaller than 8 yard?+
The next size down is the 4 yard midi skip (~50 bin bags). The next size up is the 16 yard jumbo skip (~200 bin bags, light waste only). See all skip sizes and prices.

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