The Do's & Don'ts of Skip Bin Hire

Collection of different types of skip bin, including large and small skips with safety skips and other container types

Before you hire a skip bin, there are a few basic but critically important things you need to know. We’ve put together some Do’s and Don’ts to help you get the right skip for your job.

The Important Do’s of Hiring a Skip Bin

The major issues with hiring a skip bin are based on suitability for the job and ease of use onsite. Your skip Do’s include:

Make sure you have the right size skips:  

One of the most common problems is hiring a big skip, perfect for everything you need, and finding you need to lug everything around the site just to put things in the skip. Big skips will deliver real value and plenty of space, but realistically, they have to stay in one place. Invest in a smaller skip or two to make the job easier.

Do you have a mixed bag of materials?

Some materials are recyclable, but others can’t be recycled, and must be disposed of properly by law.  Also very relevant is the fact that some disposal services won’t accept mixed loads of materials, and will insist they’re properly grouped. (Please also be aware – Your disposals guys aren’t just being picky; some materials do need to be kept separate to be kept safe. They’re also required to comply with waste disposal rules and transport laws.)

Building materials: 

These materials can be bulky, and cause real handling problems. You need a big, tough skip, or two if necessary, to make handling and removal safe. Make sure you have enough skips, including smaller skips if required, to reduce your onsite workload and keep workflow easy and simple.

Skip Bin Don’ts

The most common problems with using skip bins are:

Using the wrong size skips. This is a classic of built-in problems. A good size skip will take a huge load with ease. Smaller skips can only do so much. When they run out of space, removal grinds to a frustrating, expensive halt. 

El Cheapo old skips. These rickety, unreliable old things aren’t worth even considering. In severe cases, they can be actually unsafe to use. They have more problems than solutions, and if one falls apart on you onsite, they create an instant obstacle course for site movements. Don’t even think about using these dino-skips.

Access: A big skip needs space. If you have a narrow access point to where you’re working, they won’t fit. Get a smaller skip to help you transport materials and keep your work onsite safe and efficient.

Safety: You need to be sure that you can site your skip and work with it safely while handling materials. Some sites are virtual death traps, and people can get hurt if they’re handling bulky materials in confined spaces. Talk to your service provider about best options for your site.

Call Smartskip for top quality skips

If you need skips for hire in Brisbane, the Gold Coast or Ipswich, call us. Smartskip has the latest modern skips, able to take any load with ease. Call us on 13 75 47 and discuss your needs with one of our experts. Contact us online after hours and we’ll get back to you right away.