What Can You Put In A Hired Skip In Kent

Are you in the process of clearing out your home or office and are not sure what you can and cannot put in a hired skip? Skip Hire Kent is here to help!

Skip Hire Kent is a trusted skip hire company in Kent, serving customers throughout the South East of England. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality skips and exceptional customer service.

If you are looking to hire a skip in Kent, you may be wondering what items you can and cannot dispose of. Keep reading to find out what you can and cannot put in a hired skip in Kent.

What is Skip Hire?

Before we dive into what you can and cannot put in a hired skip in Kent, let's first define what skip hire is.

Skip hire is the process of renting a large container, known as a skip, to dispose of waste materials. Skips are commonly used for construction projects or house clearances, but can also be used for other purposes.

What Can You Put in a Hired Skip in Kent?

When it comes to hiring a skip in Kent, there are certain items that you can and cannot dispose of. Here is a list of items that you can put in a hired skip:

• General household waste
• Furniture (sofas, chairs, tables)
• Garden waste (branches, leaves, grass cuttings)
• Wood
• Metal
• Plastic
• Cardboard
• Bricks and rubble (in small quantities)

Skip Hire Kent makes it easy for you to dispose of these items. When you hire a skip from us, we will deliver it to your location and pick it up when you are finished.

What Items Cannot be Disposed of in a Hired Skip?

While you can dispose of a variety of waste materials in a hired skip in Kent, there are certain items that are not allowed. Here is a list of items that you cannot put in a hired skip:

• Asbestos
• Batteries
• Chemicals
• Clinical waste
• Electrical appliances (TVs, computers, fridges)
• Fluorescent tubes
• Gas canisters
• Hazardous waste
• Plasterboard
• Paint and solvents
• Tyres

If you have any of these items that you need to dispose of, Skip Hire Kent can provide advice on how to properly dispose of them.

Hazardous Waste

One type of waste that requires special attention is hazardous waste. Hazardous waste is potentially harmful to the environment and to human health, and therefore needs to be disposed of carefully.

Examples of hazardous waste include:

• Asbestos
• Chemicals
• Clinical waste
• Fluorescent tubes
• Paint and solvents
• Tyres

Skip Hire Kent does not allow hazardous waste to be disposed of in our skips. If you have hazardous waste that you need to dispose of, it is important to contact a specialist waste disposal company.

How to Put a Skip in Kent

Putting a skip in Kent is easy when you hire from Skip Hire Kent. Simply follow these steps:

1. Choose the size of skip that you need. We offer a range of sizes to suit your needs.
2. Call Skip Hire Kent on 01233 367065 to book your skip. We will arrange a delivery time and date that suits you.
3. We will deliver the skip to your location.
4. Load the skip with your waste materials. Remember to avoid putting any prohibited items in the skip (see above).
5. When you are ready, call Skip Hire Kent to arrange for the skip to be picked up.

Conclusion

Hiring a skip in Kent is a convenient way to dispose of unwanted waste materials. When you hire from Skip Hire Kent, you can rest assured that you are getting a high-quality skip and exceptional customer service.

Remember, there are certain items that cannot be disposed of in a hired skip, including hazardous waste. If you are unsure about what you can and cannot dispose of, contact Skip Hire Kent for advice.

Contact us today on 01233 367065 or email us at [email protected] to hire a skip in Kent or for any waste disposal advice.