8 yard skip hire
For homes, construction & businesses
Ideal for rennovations, garden waste, attic junk, or just a serious declutter. Not too small, not too big – the 8 yard skip is the builder’s go-to choice for a reason.
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- Holds ~70–80 bin bags
- Perfect for trades and contractors
- 95%+ of waste recycled
- From €389
A builder’s favourite. Handles bulkier waste without taking over the drive. Measures 8 cubic yards = 12×5.5×4 feet (3.66×1.68×1.22 m)
What fits in an 8 yard skip?
A pile of mixed rubbish around 4 feet tall & 7 feet long and wide.
70-80 standard black bin bags of compact* rubbish.
The same volume and holding capacity of 20-25 wheelie bins.
What to Expect + How Long it stays
The 8 yard skip is ideal for bulky waste, house clear-outs, construction, garden jobs and much more. It handles a lot while still fitting in your driveway, parking spot or neatly on the curb side.
Standard hire is for 3 days from drop off to collection, but if you need more time just get in touch before booking – we’re flexible when we know in advance.
Need a different size? Check here for our full range.
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What can/can't go in the skip
We’re all about making rubbish removal easy but there are a few things we legally can’t collect due to safety or environmental regulations.
Here’s a quick list of what we’re not allowed to take in skips:
❌ Asbestos
❌ Paints, solvents & chemicals
❌ Gas bottles or pressurised containers
❌ Oil, petrol or diesel
❌ Batteries (car or industrial)
❌ Medical or biohazard waste
❌ Explosives or firearms
❌ Wet concrete or cement
❌ Raw food waste (in large quantities)
❌ Items too large or unsafe to remove without specialist equipment
If you’re unsure about something, just ask us before booking, we’re happy to point you in the right direction or suggest an alternative way to get rid of the item safely.
Below is what we can take:
- House rubbish
- Office waste
- Wood & plywood
- Cardboard & paper
- Tiles
- Furniture
- Garden waste
- Kitchen rubbish
- Recylables
- Plasterboard
- Insulation (no asbestos)
- Toys & furnishings
- Metals
- Beds,doors, frames
- Mattresses
- Fencing & sheds
- Carpets & underlay
- Windows without glass
- Black bags
- Plastics & piping
Get the most from your 8 yard skip
1 Know What It’s Best For
Perfect for bulky waste: house clear-outs, renovations, garden junk, and light construction debris. Not for filling with heavy materials like soil or rubble in large amounts - that’s a weight limit issue.
2 Break it down
Big items? Smash or flatten where you can. Dismantle furniture and cut down branches. Less air = more space and better value for you!
3 Load it properly
Start with flat stuff at the bottom. Then bulky bits. Bags and light waste last - they fill the gaps. Don’t just chuck it in randomly or you’ll waste half the space.
- Sort your stuff before the skip arrives and you’ll fit more in (that means better value for your money)
4 Don't overfill
Level loads only. if it’s piled high above the edge, it won’t be collected. No one wants to hear "sorry, can't take that".
5 Need more time? Just ask
3 days is the standard for skip hire. But if you need it longer, give us a shout before booking and we’ll sort it - easy.
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