Skip Hire Sizes in London

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We provide a range of skip sizes in London, from 4-yard mini skips to 40-yard RORO skips.

Skip sizes for domestic and commercial waste

Finding the right skip size in London depends on the type of waste, the amount of material, site access, and whether the skip will be placed on private land or a public road.

In London, we provide access to a full range of skip sizes, from small 4-yard and 6-yard domestic skips to larger 8-yard builders’ skips, 14-yard commercial waste skips and 20-yard and 40-yard roll-on/roll-off (RORO) containers for commercial projects.
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Whether you are clearing a house, renovating a flat, managing construction waste, or arranging trade waste disposal, we can help you choose the most suitable skip size for your job in London.

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Popular Skip Sizes Available in London

​We offer a variety of skip hire and RORO container sizes to accommodate any London project, big or small:

4 Yard Skip Hire London

A 4-yard skip is ideal for small clearances, bathroom refits, garden waste, and light renovation projects in London. It is a popular choice where space is limited.
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Typical use for 4-yard skips in London: Small domestic waste, soil, rubble, bathroom waste, garden clearances.

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6 Yard Skip Hire London

A 6-yard skip is one of the most commonly hired skip sizes in London. It is suitable for household clearances, building waste, kitchen refits, and general mixed waste in London.
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Typical use for a 6-yard skip in London: Builders’ waste, DIY projects, home renovations, soil, rubble, general waste.

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8 Yard Skip Hire London

​The 8-yard skip is often known as the standard builders’ skip. It is widely used in London for construction waste, refurbishment projects, and heavier waste streams.

Typical use for an 8-yard skip in London: Construction waste, rubble, bricks, soil, plasterboard, mixed building waste.

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12 Yard Skip Hire London

​A 12-yard skip is commonly used for larger domestic and commercial clearances in London. It is ideal for bulky, lightweight waste where more capacity is needed.

Typical use for a 12-yard skip in London: Office clearances, shop refits, furniture, packaging, non-heavy mixed waste.

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14 Yard Skip Hire London

A 14-yard skip is suitable for major clearances, commercial waste, and bulky materials. It offers strong capacity for London projects where multiple smaller skips may otherwise be needed.

Typical use for a 14-yard skip in London: Large clearances, commercial waste, light construction waste, bulky items.

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16 Yard Skip Hire London

​A 16-yard skip is one of the largest traditional skip sizes available in London and is mainly used for large commercial, industrial, and bulky waste projects.
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Typical use for a 16-yard skip in London: Large-scale clearances, shop refits, office waste, packaging, bulky commercial waste.

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Wait and Load Skip Hire London

Wait-and-Load Skip Hire is one of our most popular services in London. Booking a wait-and-load skip saves time and skip permit applications.

Typical use for wait and load skips in London: Office clearances, shop refits, and sites where space is limited.

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Roll-On Roll-Off Skip Sizes in London

RORO skips are perfect in London for larger construction, demolition, commercial, and industrial waste projects, roll-on roll-off skips offer much greater capacity.

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20 Yard RORO Skip Hire London

A 20-yard roll-on/roll-off skip is suitable for heavier waste streams and London construction projects where a standard skip is not sufficient.

Typical use for a 20-yard RORO skip in London: Construction waste, demolition waste, bulky commercial waste, heavy materials.

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40 Yard RORO Skip Hire London

​A 40-yard roll-on roll-off skip is ideal for high-volume waste disposal, large commercial clearances, events, manufacturing waste, and major construction projects in London.
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Typical use for a 40-yard RORO skip in London: Large bulky waste, commercial waste, packaging, timber, event waste, and industrial waste.

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Enclosed and Lockable Skip Hire London

Enclosed skips provide a safer option for waste and material disposal in London, as they prevent debris from flying out and causing harm or injury to nearby people or property.

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Which Skip Size Do You Need in London?

As a general guide to skip sizes in London:

• Small clearances: 4-yard skip
• House renovations: 6-yard or 8-yard skip
• Builders’ waste: 6-yard or 8-yard skip
• Bulky waste: 10-yard, 12-yard, 14-yard or 16-yard skip
• Large commercial projects: 20-yard or 40-yard RORO skip

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If you are unsure which skip size you need, our London team can help you choose the most cost-effective option based on your waste type, volume, location, and access.

Skip Hire Permits in London

​If your skip is placed on private property, such as a driveway, yard, or building site, a permit is usually not required.
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If the skip needs to be placed on a public road, pavement, or controlled parking area, a skip permit may be required from the local London borough. Permit rules and costs vary across London, but we can advise you during the booking process.

Please remember our Wait-and-Load Skip Hire service negates the need for a London skip hire permit.

Waste Types Accepted in London Skips

We provide a range of skip waste collection services in London, including tyres, fridges, and hazardous waste.

​Our skip hire services in London can be used for many common waste types, including:

General waste, household waste, garden waste, construction waste, bricks, rubble, soil, wood, metal, plastics, packaging, furniture, shop fitting waste, office clearance waste, and commercial waste.

Some waste types may require specialist collection, including asbestos, fridges, tyres, paint, chemicals, plasterboard, electrical waste, mattresses, and hazardous waste. Please tell us what waste types you need to dispose of when requesting a quote in London.

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How to Book Skip Hire in London:

Booking a skip with us in London is simple and convenient:

• Contact Us: Call our team at 020 3893 3845 or click here and book skip hire online in London.
• Choose Your Skip: Select the appropriate skip size for your project.
• Schedule Skip Delivery: We’ll arrange a convenient delivery time that suits you.
• Fill Your Skip: Take your time to fill the skip (14-day hire included in the price), adhering to our guidelines on prohibited items.
• If you need more than one skip, just contact us and book a skip exchange.
• Collection: Once you’re done, we’ll promptly collect the skip and dispose of the waste responsibly.

For the most reliable skip hire services in London, look no further than Skips.London. Contact us today to find out more or to get a free skip hire quote in the London area.