Skip Hire Size Guide
Don’t know what size skip to hire? Skips are measured by volume (cubic yards) and the Cherry Hill Waste range of skips for hire go from 2 cubic yards (2 cu. yd) right through to a massive 40 cubic yards (40 cu. yd).
If you’ve never hired a skip before or are unsure of which size skip to hire take a look at our skip hire size guide or talk to us for more advice. For skip sizes above 12 cu. yd, contact us for further information on 0500 13 06 06.
| CAPACITY | BIN BAGS | HEIGHT | LENGTH | WIDTH | BEST FOR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 cu. yd | 20 – 30 | 2′ 6″ (0.76m) | 4′ (1.2m) | 3′ (0.91m) | Mainly used for small house or garden jobs |
| 4 cu. yd | 30 – 40 | 3′ 2″ (0.97m) | 6′ (1.83m) | 4′ 3″ (1.29m) | Ideal for kitchen and bathroom refits |
| 8 cu. yd | 60 – 80 | 4′ (1.22m) | 12′ (3.66m) | 5′ 6″ (1.68m) | The builder’s skip. Most popular skip size for heavy waste, bulky waste, bathroom and kitchen refits, garden projects |
| 10 cu. yd | 80 – 100 | 4′ 11″ (1.5m) | 12′ 3″ (3.74m) | 5′ 10″ (1.78m) | Large house clearances, major building projects and large landscaping projects |
| 12 cu. yd | 100 – 120 | 5′ 6″ (1.68m) | 12′ 3″ (3.74m) | 5′ 10″ (1.78m) | Large house clearances, major building projects, construction sites. |
When deciding which size skip will suit your needs you need to think about; where it will go, what kind of waste will you put in it and how much waste are you likely to have.
