Skip Hire FAQ

What size do I need?
Be realistic about what needs to be thrown out as very often two small skips will be more expensive than one bigger one!!

What can't I put in my Skip?
Below is a list of items that cannot be put in a skip
Fridges/Freezers
Tyres
Paint Cans
TV's/Monitors
Asbestos
Clinical/Medical Waste
Florescent Tubes
Solvents
Liquids
Oil
Batteries
Plasterboard (max 10% of load)
Hazardous/Toxic Material

If you have any of these items and need them collected, please contact us and we will be able to assist you in their collection and disposal in the correct manner.

How much will my skip cost?
Pricing will be dependant upon skip size, location and intended waste - our operators will be happy to give you a quote over the phone.

You can also get a Quotation or Book Online.

Where can I have my skip dropped?
Skips can be dropped on a private property such as your drive or on the road outside your house.

Do I need permission from the council to place a skip on the road?
Yes. A permit is required from the council. They charge £15 for the skip to be placed on the road. We would be happy to arrange a skip permit for you. There is no administration charge for this service.

What if I cannot get a skip Permit?
When a permit is not granted due to access or safety issues, we offer a wait and load service, where the driver will wait while you load the skip. Please contact us for further information.

I have no space for a skip and do not want to pay the council a permit fee, can you help?
Brampton Skip Hire Ltd is more than happy to arrange a "wait and load" service where the driver will wait, whilst the skip is loaded. 20 minutes waiting time is included free of charge!

What width do your vehicles need to get onto my drive?
Vehicle sizes can vary a little but generally 2.75 metres or 9 feet will accommodate the width of the delivering vehicle. If your drive cannot accommodate this then contact us and we will suggest an alternative.

How high can the skip be loaded?
Skips need to be level loaded - any oversized items may be removed to make safe the load. All of our skips are sheeted before removal.

If I put all the waste I have into the skip it will come above the sides?
ALL skips should be level loaded for safe transportation. If the skip is overloaded and we cannot collect it we will charge for a wasted journey. If you have more waste, why not order another skip? It doesn't have to be the same size as we can provide skips from 3 cu yards.

Will my drive be damaged by the skip?
Block paved drives or soft tarmac drives can be damaged when placing skips on them. When skips are collected heavy, stabilising equipment needs to be deployed. This may damage your drive. To help stop this, blocks of wood can be placed down to try and spread the load. Our answer to this is to place the skip on the road whenever possible, it costs £15 for a permit but this is much less than the cost of any damage. Please be aware that once we leave the highway, you agree to indemnify us for any damage that occurs whilst on your property.

What is the average size of a skip?
The most common skips are the 3,6and 8 cubic yard models. Of which the 8 cubic yard is by far the most popular. We do have skips ranging from 3 to 50 cubic yards. See our Skip Hire Quotation System for more details.

For large refurbishment projects or construction work we also supply roll on-off bins.

Is there anything that I cannot put in a skip?
In accordance with environmental legislation, fridge freezers, asbestos and tyres are the most common hazardous wastes not permitted to be placed in a skip. However, if you do require Hazardous waste to be collected please call us and we will be happy to arrange a dedicated vehicle to dispose of these for you. See Hazardous Waste section for details of what you cannot put in a skip.

How long can I keep a skip?
The price is the same whether you have the skip for one day or seven days, until the skip is either full or you require a collection or an exchange. After 7 days we charge a rental of 50 pence per day. We wait for you to book the collection of the skip.

How do I book a skip?
Fill in the online booking form or you can call us on 0169772524 to arrange deliveries, collections and exchanges of skips.

How much notice do I need to give?
We prefer 24 hours' notice. However, if you call us early we can offer same day service for local areas. We can guarantee a next day service for either the morning or afternoon. For people who have a tight schedule, we will do out utmost to work around your requirements.

What happens with my waste after it is taken away in a skip?
Skips are taken back to our state of the art fully licensed Waste Materials Recycling Facility where we recycle 85% of all waste to ensure that the minimum amount of rubbish goes to landfill.

What about access for delivery and collection?
When you request a delivery or a pick you must make sure that the area for delivery is clear or on collection that the skip is accessible. This includes areas outside your house. If a vehicle arrives and is not able to deliver/collect then you may be liable for a wasted journey charge.

I need my skip delivered at 9.30am
Brampton Skip Hire Ltd endeavours to deliver your skip when you need it. Please remember that there are many factors in the delivery equation that are out of our control (weather conditions, road conditions, hold ups at customer sites, breakdowns etc). As such we will give you an indication of when the delivery is booked for but do not guarantee this time. Our trucks are tracked and we can check where they are at all times to give an accurate ETA.

Do I have to wait in for the skip?
Brampton Skip Hire Ltd can take a card payment at the point of ordering and therefore delivery can be made without you being on site (no more waiting in to give the driver the cash!).

What does the price of hiring a skip include?
The price from Brampton Skip Hire Ltd includes delivery, collection, disposal and hire for up to 7 days.

I have seen documentaries and information about "rogue" waste traders. How can I be sure you dispose of my waste responsibly?
Rick Allan (Managing Director of Brampton Skip Hire Ltd) has over 20 years' experience in the waste industry and vows that his customers will be given a first class service whether they are hiring their first skip or their 10,000th skip. His company thrives on repeat business and he is happy to discuss any issues personally.

Brampton Skip Hire Ltd are fully licenced by the Environment Agency to deal in waste have all the appropriate documentation. This is regularly audited to ensure we are compliant with all current legislation. Copies of these documents are available on request.