Skip Size

Skip Sizes UK: Help And Easy Guide

What size skip do I need?

Let us help you answer that question.

We’ll help you choose the right skip size for your project.

Skip sizes in the UK are generally measured in cubic yards.

Sizes range from 2 to 40 cubic yards.

However, with various open and enclosed skip types, as well as optional drop-down doors, choosing the right one requires some thought.

Consider the following questions before selecting the size you need:

1. What job am I undertaking?

2. Do I have any large or bulky items to dispose of?

3. Will the contents of my skip be too heavy for a particular skip size?

Once you know the size you wish to hire, you can get an instant price and book online here.

N.B. All prices are indicative and vary by location.

2 Yard – Mini Skip

– 20 Bin Bags
– 9 Wheelbarrows
0.76m (2’6″) x 1.2m (4′) x 0.91m (3′)
Our smallest skip, perfect for small domestic clearances and garden waste. Fits comfortably on most driveways.

3 Yard – Mini Skip

– 25 Bin Bags
– 15 Wheelbarrows
1.07m (3′) x 2.31m (5’5″) x 1.37m (3’6″)
Perfect for small jobs around the house, suitable for most driveways.

4 Yard – Mini Skip

– 30 Bin Bags
– 18 Wheelbarrows
0.97m (3’2″) x 1.83m (6′) x 1.29m (4’3″)
Our most popular domestic skip. Great for kitchen or bathroom refits and general household clearances.

6 Yard – Small Skip

– 50 Bin Bags
– 27 Wheelbarrows
1.22m (4’) x 2.6m (8’6″) x 1.52m (5′)
A great step up for larger home clearances and small renovation projects. Perfect for flooring removals, garden waste, or garage clear-outs.

8 Yard – Large Skip

– 60 Bin Bags
– 36 Wheelbarrows
1.22m (4′) x 3.66m (12′) x 1.68m (5’6″)
Ideal for substantial home improvements and multi-room refurbishments. A solid choice for larger domestic jobs and light trade use.

10 Yard – Maxi Skip

– 80 Bin Bags

1.5m (4’11”) x 3.74m (12’3″) x 1.78m (5’10”)
Perfect for bigger renovation projects and small commercial jobs. Great for builders’ waste, mixed loads, and larger site clear-outs.

12 Yard – Maxi Skip

– 100 Bin Bags

1.68m (5’6″) x 3.7m (12’2″) x 1.78m (5’10”)
A popular trade choice for medium-scale construction and shop refits. Plenty of room for bulky or mixed commercial waste.

14 Yard – Maxi Skip

– 120 Bin Bags

1.8m (5’11”) x 4.1m (13’5″) x 1.75m (5’9″)
Built for demanding commercial projects and large-scale demolition work. A reliable option for contractors needing serious capacity.

16 Yard – Maxi Skip

– 140 Bin Bags

2m (6’7″) x 4.3m (14’1″) x 1.75m (5’9″)
Designed for major construction sites and industrial strip-outs. Keeps large-scale projects clean, tidy, and running smoothly.

20 Yard – Roll On Roll Off

– 220 Bin Bags

1.62m (6’7″) x 6.07m (19’11”) x 2.23m (7’4″)
One of our largest skips, ideal for high-volume commercial and industrial waste. Fewer collections, more productivity on site.
Priced by haulage and tonnage.

40 Yard – Roll On Roll Off

– 440 Bin Bags

2.69m (8’2″) x 6.07m (19’11”) x 2.23 (7’4″)
Our biggest skip for the most demanding jobs. Perfect for major infrastructure projects and large industrial clearances.
Priced by haulage and tonnage.

Skip Size Calculator

Do you want to know how to calculate the cubic yard of a skip?

For an approximate guide, use the formula below to gauge the right skip size for your job.

Our skip size calculation formula:

 Simply multiply the three dimensions together to find the number of cubic feet, then divide by 27 to find the number of cubic yards.

e.g. Length (in feet) x Width (in feet) x Depth (in feet) ÷ 27 = Number of Cubic Yards

If you require further information on what items cannot go into a skip, we have more detailed information…

Find it at Frequently Asked Questions

Accepted & Prohibited Waste

Not everything can go in a skip. Here’s a quick guide to what’s accepted and what isn’t.

Accepted Waste

  • General household waste

  • Garden waste

  • Wood, metal and plastics

  • Bricks, rubble and concrete

  • Cardboard and paper

Prohibited Waste

  • Asbestos

  • Paints, solvents and chemicals

  • Batteries and gas bottles

  • Electrical items (e.g. TVs, fridges)

  • Medical or hazardous waste

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