There are plenty of things people assume about skip hire, especially if they have never hired one before. Some of these ideas come from old information, while others are simply things people have heard from someone else.
The reality is often much simpler. From choosing the right skip size to delivery times and who can use your skip, here are seven common skip hire myths and what you actually need to know.
Quick Answer
You should not try to move a skip yourself once it has been delivered. You can usually change your skip size before delivery if your plans change, and choosing the biggest skip does not automatically mean better value.
Your neighbours also cannot simply add their rubbish because they have asked you first. You are responsible for what goes into your skip. Same day delivery may be available depending on availability, and skip hire is not necessarily limited to weekdays.
You also do not normally need to be at home when your skip is delivered or collected, as long as the agreed location is clear and accessible.
Myth 1: You Can Move a Skip Yourself Once It Has Been Delivered
It might look like you could simply push or pull a skip into a slightly better position, but that is not something you should try.
Skips are heavy and need the right equipment to move safely. Trying to reposition one yourself could damage your driveway, property or the skip, and could also put you at risk of injury.
If the skip has been placed somewhere that causes a problem, contact Swindon Skip Hub rather than trying to move it yourself. We can advise you on what can be done.
Myth 2: Once You Book a Skip, You Cannot Change the Size
It is easy to think that once you have booked a skip, you are stuck with that size. That is not usually the case if you contact your skip hire company before delivery. Projects can change, and you may realise that you have more or less waste than you originally expected.
If you think you have chosen the wrong size, let us know as soon as possible. We can check whether a different size is available for your booking.
Of course, changing the size depends on availability, so it is better to speak to us early rather than leave it until delivery day.
Myth 3: The Biggest Skip Is Always the Best Value
Going for the biggest skip might seem like the safest option. After all, you will have plenty of room for everything. But bigger does not automatically mean better value.
If you only have a small amount of waste, paying for a much larger skip means paying for space you may never use. On the other hand, choosing one that is too small could mean needing another collection.
The better approach is to choose a skip that matches the amount of waste your project is likely to produce.
Myth 4: Your Neighbours Can Use Your Skip If They Ask First
You might not mind letting your neighbours put a few bags in your skip. But it is worth thinking about what happens if they add something unsuitable or leave the skip overfilled. Once waste is in your skip, it can become your responsibility, even if you did not put it there yourself.
You also do not know exactly what someone else might put inside. They could add a restricted item or simply use up space you needed for your own rubbish. If you do not want anyone else using your skip, it is perfectly reasonable to say no.
Myth 5: Hiring a Skip Is Complicated
Hiring a skip can sound like a complicated process if you have never done it before. In reality, the process is usually quite straightforward. You choose the skip size you need, tell us what type of waste you have, choose a delivery date and let us know where you want the skip placed.
If you are unsure about anything, you can contact us before booking. Our team can help you choose the right skip and explain anything you need to know, so you are not left trying to work it all out yourself.
Myth 6: Skip Hire Is Not Environmentally Friendly
Some people assume that everything put into a skip simply ends up in landfill, so hiring a skip must be bad for the environment.
That is not necessarily the case. Waste collected through skip hire can be sorted after collection, with suitable materials such as metal, timber, rubble and other recyclable waste separated for recovery and recycling.
At Swindon Skip Hub, we aim to make sure waste is sent to authorised facilities where it can be handled, recycled, or disposed of responsibly in line with the UK waste management requirements.
Myth 7: Skip Hire Is Only Available Monday to Friday
Skip hire is not necessarily limited to weekdays. Some providers also offer Saturday delivery and collection, depending on their working hours and availability. So if you are planning a weekend project, do not assume that you cannot arrange a skip around it.
Conclusion
There are a lot of myths about skip hire that sound right until you actually need to hire one. Knowing how things really work can help you avoid choosing the wrong size, and there is less chance of being caught out by something you did not expect.
If you are planning a clear out, renovation or building project in Swindon, contact Swindon Skip Hub for a free quote. If you are unsure about the skip size, delivery or anything else, our team can help you get it sorted before the skip arrives.
