What Size is a 6 Yard Skip?
Having made the wise decision of Skip Hire as your preferred waste disposal method, the next decision is what size skip do you need?
Our useful 6 yard skip size guide below details many of the factors that you’ll need to think about before booking your skip.
If you still have unanswered questions on which skip size is most appropriate, our experienced skip hire representatives will be more than happy to assist.
The 6-Yard skip, or also referred to as the “builders skip” is one of the most common skips hired across the UK. The 6-Yard skip is a versatile option for projects which have a significant amount of waste to dispose of.
It’s likely that you’ll have already come across one of these skips, as they are predominantly found on homeowners driveways for domestic projects such as a kitchen or bathroom renovations.
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The 6-Yard skip holds a number of key traits, making it one of the most popular skip sizes across our range.
- Large but not too large to be placed on small, out of reach areas.
- Easier to receive a permit for if you require putting the skip on public land
- Capacity equating too 60 bin bags worth of waste materials
- Can hold a lot of heavy materials such as soil, clay and hardcore.
The 6-Yard skip size is the perfect size for medium-large sized projects. You can fit a surprising amount of waste in there, including larger items like furniture, rubble and building materials.
With a 6 tonne capacity, the 6-yard skip extremely common with construction workers, tradesmen and DIY enthusiasts who need to get dispose of waste quickly and easily.
Unfortunately, there’s no definitive answer to this, other than, it depends….. This will be largely down to the project size and the volume or type of waste for disposal.
If you’re going to be doing home renovation projects, or decluttering your house, then a 6 yard skip is most likely the perfect size for you.
It’s big enough to fit all the waste from your project, but not so huge that it takes up an excessive amount of space.
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If you’re looking for a skip that offers more or less storage space for your waste, the Mick George Group offer a comprehensive variety of skips, ranging from 2yd – 40yd.
Some of which are available with enclosures, to ensure all your waste is retained within the Skip.
| Height | Length | Width | Volume | |
| 2 Yard Skip | 915mm | 1083mm (top) | 877mm | 10-20 Bin Bags |
| 4 Yard Skip | 890mm | 2530mm (top) | 1625mm | 30-40 Bin Bags |
| 6 Yard Skip | 1220mm | 2820mm (top) | 1676mm | 50-60 Bin Bags |
| 8 Yard Skip | 1300mm | 3400mm (top) | 1658mm | 60-80 bin bags |
| 12 Yard Skip | 1675mm | 4040mm (top) | 1645mm | 100-120 Bin Bags |
| 16 Yard Skip | 2080mm | 4340mm (top) | 1625mm | 140-160 Bin Bags |
Now we’ve discussed the size and capacity of the 6-Yard Skip, let’s talk about where you can and cannot place one.
Generally, they should never be placed on public roads unless you have to, in which case you must require a skip permit to do so.
Full details on the positioning of your skip can be found here.
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In addition to knowing what can go in a skip, it’s equally as important to be aware of the items that are prohibited from being put in a 6 yard skip too.
While some everyday items may be allowed, there’s certain hazardous material and waste that must never be placed in a 6 yard skip, including:
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Asbestos and asbestos-containing materials
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Clinical or medical waste
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Hazardous substances
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Batteries
A full list of waste materials that are valid within your skip can be found here.
Order nowYou’re probably wondering how much this skip will cost to hire, right?
The cost of 6 yard skip hire may vary depending on the company you choose. Generally, though, mid-range prices for a 6 yard general waste skip range from £170+vat.
The price will vary dependant on your location, the type of waste you’ll be disposing of and any additional extras that may be required.
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Generally speaking, 6-Yard skips are designed to handle a large amount of building waste from construction sites or large home renovations.
They usually have enough room for heavy items like soil and rubble, as well as bricks, concrete and other types of hardcore materials.
A full list of waste materials that are valid within your skip can be found here.
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6 Yard Skip
Our 6 Yard General Waste Skip can be used for trade or residential use and is ideal for small household refits or clear-outs. Perhaps Kitchen, Bathroom, Garage or Garden clearance.
Whatever the scale of the project, our large range of skips means we have the ideal way to dispose of your waste. Our skips come in a variety of shapes and sizes, open or enclosed skips, with optional drop down doors, so if a 6 Yard General Waste Skip is not appropriate, check out our full range of skips here.
If you are still unsure on if this is the right skip for you, take a look at our handy video which explains everything you need to know about the 6-yard skip.
Watch Our 6 Yard Skip Video
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