When you’ve got a big clean-up or project ahead, one of the first questions you might ask yourself is: What size skip bin do I actually need? Picking the right bin is more important than you might think. If you go too small, you’ll run out of room and might need a second bin, which costs extra. If you go too big, you’ll pay for space you never use. Plus, the type of waste you’re disposing of matters just as much as the size.
At Rubbish Skip Hire, we’ve made skip bin hire simple. Whether you’re dealing with household junk, heavy concrete, or garden waste, here’s a breakdown to help you pick the perfect bin for your job.
Step 1: Determine the Type of Waste You’re Disposing Of
Different projects generate different kinds of waste, and that will influence which skip bin you require. Below are the types of skip bins we supply here at RSH.
General Waste Skip Bins: These are our all-rounders, perfect for mixed household waste, old furniture, toys, appliances, and most renovation debris. If you’re doing a spring clean, moving house, or clearing out a garage, a general rubbish skip bin is usually a good fit.
Hard Fill Skip Bins: If your waste is a heavy, solid, and not particularly interesting kind of waste, like bricks, tiles, and rubble, you’ll want a hard fill skip bin. And if your project involves a lot of heavy demo stuff (say you’re pulling up an old patio or doing a driveway replacement), a hard fill bin will handle the weight without problems.
Concrete Skip Bins: If your job involves breaking up a driveway, footpath, or slab, you’ll need a skip specifically for concrete. These bins are built for heavy loads and loaded with clever design features that help ensure your waste is recycled the right way.
Green Waste Skip Bins: These are for garden projects, or at least projects that take place outdoors. Think branches, trees, grass, leaves, chicken coops, and a small shrub or two. If you’re pruning trees, clearing out the backyard, or going big with some landscaping, a green waste skip bin keeps everything neat and prevents it from ending up in a landfill.
Soil Skip Bins: If you’re digging out a section of your yard or otherwise moving a lot of dirt around (maybe you’re removing tree roots, clearing garden beds, or some trench work), a soil skip bin neatly contains all that heavy, muddy material and is built for safe loading and transport.
Step 2: Align the Bin Size with Your Job
Skip bins come in a multitude of sizes, each well-tailored to different project types. Here at Rubbish Skip Hire, we cater to you with a sweep of different skip bin sizes from 2m³ to 12m³ that cover just about everything from minor projects to major overhauls. Here’s a user-friendly guide:
2m³ – 3m³: Grab these for the small jobs and quick clean-ups. They’re perfect for a mild garage overhaul, a small amount of garden sprucing-up, or a clean-up right before moving house. These bins are roughly the size of 8–12 wheelie bins.
4m³ – 6m³: Your go-to for small renovation jobs, larger garden projects, or in clearing several rooms. Quite common for your bathroom or kitchen overhaul. These hold about 16–24 wheelie bins worth of waste.
8m³ – 10m³: So this is your bin for the big project. Whether it’s a major renovation, a full house clean-out, or some serious landscaping work, this is your bin that handles everything from Huge Amounts of Bulky Furniture to Demolition Debris to More Serious Green Waste.
12m³: No bigger option. This is the bin for swift, unrelenting, high-volume overhauls. Whether it’s a construction site or a major demo that’s generating waste at a serious pace, this is the bin that hammers down on such high-volume clean-up jobs.
Step 3: Think About Safety and Bin Weight Limits
Skip bins can be huge, but the materials you put into them might fill them up to their weight limit without even looking full. That is particularly true for heavy materials like concrete, soil, and bricks. If you put the materials that are right on the edge of the weight limit into a bin that isn’t meant for heavy stuff, you could be, quite literally, working against gravity when it comes to safe transport. Imagine that heavy bin being hoisted high onto a transport truck and then the bin tipping over in the air with its contents spilling out. Not safe!
When in doubt, call the skip experts to help you estimate the weight of your waste and pick an appropriately weighted bin.
Step 5: Plan Ahead to Save Money.
A pro tip: plan your waste removal in one go. Instead of hiring multiple small bins over several weeks, it’s often cheaper to get one larger bin for a shorter hire period. That way, you save on delivery and pick-up fees. If you sort your waste as you go, keeping recyclables, green waste, and general rubbish separate, you reduce landfill and might lower disposal costs. Below is a quick guide on what type of bin you need depending on your project. Note: this is not the same for every job, as all jobs differ in size.
Kitchen Renovation: 4m³–6m³ general rubbish skip compulsory for cabinetry, tiles, and mixed waste.
Backyard Makeover: 3m³ green waste skip compulsory for plants, plus a 2m³ soil skip compulsorily for dirt removal.
Driveway Replacement: 4m³ concrete skip compulsory for broken concrete pieces.
Full House Clear-Out: 8m³–10m³ general rubbish skip compulsorily for furniture, appliances, and mixed junk.
Reasons for Choosing Rubbish Skip Hire
- Variety of Sizes – We have skips ranging from 2m³ to 12m³, with the right fit for almost any job.
- Specialty Skips – Our skips handle very different waste types, from concrete to green waste. And we offer several bins in between, so yours is not a hodgepodge of leftover stuff.
- Knowledge of Local Laws – We know Melbourne’s councils inside and out, which helps in getting you the permits you need and ensuring that there are no headaches for you.
- Speed – We work with your timetable, not ours. If you want it today, expect it today. If you want it tomorrow, well, then tomorrow it is.
Choosing the right skip bin doesn’t have to be tricky. If you think about the type of waste you’re dealing with, match the bin size to your project, and consider weight and placement, you’ll have a smooth, cost-effective clean-up. At Rubbish Skip Hire, we’re here to make the process simple. Whether you’re tackling a weekend garden project, renovating your home, or managing a construction site, we’ll help you find the perfect skip bin for your job, and get it delivered fast!
