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2 Yard Skip Size

The 2 yard skip is the perfect size for projects which produce minimal amounts of domestic waste such as garden clearances and small DIY projects. Our handy 2 yard skip size guide explores everything you need to consider before ordering.

What Size is a 2 Yard Skip?

So, you’ve accumulated too much waste for a typical household bin or a waste bag, and don’t have the transport to remove the waste yourself to a local recycling facility, what are your options?

Fortunately, the Mick George Group have a convenient solution with their 2 yard skip – not only is it available for quick delivery, it’s also the cheapest in their range of Skip containers.

Our 2 yard skip guide below, will provide all the information that you need before booking. If you’re still unsure which skip size is best suited, our dedicated skip hire team will be more than happy to help.

What is a 2 Yard Skip?

The 2 yard skip, often referred to as the mini skip, is the smallest size available in our extensive skip range.

They’re small enough to be positioned around a property without causing obstruction to any access areas like driveways, gateways, or paths, and aren’t considered as much an eyesore as some of the larger Skip size variants.

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What is a 2 Yard Skip?

Dimensions of a 2 Yard Skip

Our 2 yard skip size dimensions are as follows:

  • Height: 915mm (3ft)
  • Length – bottom of Skip: 1830mm (6ft)
  • Width: 877mm (2.10ft)
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Dimensions of a 2 Yard Skip

What Waste Materials Can Be Put in a 2 Yard Skip?

While the 2 yard skip is the smallest size available in our range, they still have ample capacity for most items.

Dependent on volume, the 2 yard skip can hold garden waste, household waste, scrap metal, soil, bricks, general dry waste, wood, plastic, hardcore, rubble, paper and concrete.

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Benefits of Hiring a 4 Yard Skip?

Is a 2 Yard Skip Big Enough?

The main concern for those considering the 2 yard skip size is whether it’s large enough?

While there are no limits on the size of items that can be included, naturally the 2 yard skip favours smaller items.

Remember, all skips must be level loaded, so if you think you’ll have too much waste for a 2 yard skip, we’d advise ordering a larger skip in the first instance, otherwise you could incur excess weight charges or need to order a second skip.

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Is a 2 Yard Skip Big Enough?

How Much Does a 2 Yard Skip Cost?

As you’d expect, the 2 yard skip, is the cheapest in our range of Skip containers.

That being said, you can expect to pay anywhere from £90 + vat for a 2 yard skip dependent on several factors.

The cost of a 2 yard mini skip hire will vary on the length of hire, the location and any relevant permits you might need for having the skip.

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How Much Does a 2 Yard Skip Cost?

Alternative Options to hiring a 2 Yard Skip?

If you’re looking for a skip that offers more 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.

alternatives to a 4 yard 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
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Where can you place a 2 Yard Skip?

When you’re ready to order your 2 yard skip, you’ll need to think about where you can home it.

The good news is that 2 yard skips is the smallest skip you’ll find, meaning they can fit neatly in tight spaces, such as driveways and even some gardens.

Alternatively, if you have no space for the skip on private land, we can obtain a skip permit before delivery to a public space adjacent to your property.

Full details on the positioning of your skip can be found here.

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Where can you place a 2 Yard Skip?

What can't you put in a 2 yard skip?

Regardless of the skip size, all waste materials are acceptable, as long as you’ve selected the appropriate variation when ordering – general, plasterboard, green, inert, or hardcore waste.

However, as it’s the smallest skip in our range, the 2-yard skip will only permit smaller items or a limited volume of slightly larger items.

A full list of waste materials that are valid within your skip can be found here.

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What can't you put in a 2 yard skip?

Benefits of hiring a 2 yard skip?

Although it might be the smallest skip size in our range, the 2 yard skip comes with a host of benefits which makes it one of the most popular skips to hire in our range.

Being the smallest skip, it is seen as the most cost-effective skips.

Secondly, it helps save space on your site – due to its size, it can be positioned in more confined and tighter spaces.

The 2 yard skip is ideal for collecting smaller loads of light materials.

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Benefits of hiring a 2 yard skip?

2 Yard Skip

Our 2 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 2 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 2-yard skip.

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