What Not to Put in a Skip
Skip bins help you manage waste disposal. They come in varying sizes and they're ideal during home renovations or constructions. If you leave rubbish lying on the nature strip outside your home, you might run into issues with the council. Consider hiring a skip bin instead.
You can use your skip bin for a wide range of purposes and to store a variety of waste products. While they are incredibly versatile, there are still some items that shouldn’t go into these bins.
Prohibited Items
Some items to avoid putting in your skip are:
- Asbestos
- All types of oils
- Poisonous items
- Paint
- Batteries
- Toxic substances
- Tyres
- Gas Bottles
- Liquids
- Food
- Flammable Items
- Tyres
- Mattresses
Permitted Items
Items you can put in a skip bin include:
- Rubble including concrete and brick
- Soil
- Rocks
- Paper and cardboard
- Furniture
- Timber
- Garden waste
- Appliances
- Plastics
Filling a Skip Bin
When you’re filling up your bin, try to place the heavier items right at the bottom and place discarded tree branches right on the top. Remember to only fill the skip bin to the top rail. Overloading the bin can be dangerous for both you and the skip bin company.
Don’t forget to fill the skip bin before collection day. If you fail to do so, the pick-up truck may collect the bin before you’ve had the chance to completely fill it.
Asbestos and Skip Bins
Asbestos and skip bins don’t go together. If you want to dispose of asbestos, you will have to take it to an authorised waste treatment centre. If you put it into a skip bin, you’ll likely incur decontamination fees and other penalties. Several older homes were made of materials and minerals including asbestos. If you’re renovating your home and you’re unsure of the type of waste you’re generating, talk to your skip bin provider.
Other Considerations
Although you don't generally need a council permit to hire a skip bin, some councils prohibit the placement of skip bins in certain areas. Whether you’re looking for skip bin hire in Brisbane or Toowoomba, give your local council a call to find out about the regulations in your area.
Lastly, don’t forget to cover the skip bin if you’re leaving it out in a public place. You’ll stop the contents from flying away and destroying public property.
Skip Bins for the Greater Brisbane Region
If you’re looking for an environmentally responsible skip bin provider in South East Queensland, look no further than Smartskip. We have skip bins, portable toilets and temporary fences for hire in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Ipswich.
We’re committed to saving the environment. We recycle rubbish and find new ways to put your waste to use. If you have hazardous or toxic substances to dispose of, ask for our specialist waste removal services.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to learn more. Call us on 13 75 47 to arrange for bin hire in Gold Coast or visit us online to make an enquiry.
