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Skip Hire in Plymouth

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Area Plymouth, Devon

Practical local guidance for skip hire in and around Plymouth.

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Service Skip Hire

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Choosing skip hire in Plymouth

People usually end up on this page when they already know the job is in Plymouth, Devon and want to work out whether a skip is the practical option. That is often the case with refurbs, garden work, builders waste, and clear-outs where the load will build up over a day or two.

The main advantage is having the waste kept on site while you work through the job, rather than trying to time everything around a one-off collection.

Delivery, space, and permit details

Before booking, it is worth thinking about where the skip can go, how much room the lorry will need, and whether the load is mainly bulky, heavy, or mixed. Those details are usually what decide whether the first size you had in mind is still the right one.

If the skip needs to go on the road rather than private land, local permit rules may come into play. If access is awkward or the waste is harder to describe, getting a quote first is often the simplest way to avoid ordering the wrong thing.

Questions people ask about skip hire in Plymouth

These are the practical questions people usually want settled before booking skip hire in Plymouth.

Do I need a permit for skip hire in Plymouth?

Usually only if the skip is going on the road or another public space. If it is staying on private land, that is often simpler, but the exact setup still depends on access and where the skip can safely be placed.

How do I choose the right skip size for a job in Plymouth?

Think about the type of waste first, not just the amount. A small kitchen rip-out, a mixed house clearance, and a load of soil or rubble can all take space very differently, so it is worth judging the job by the materials as much as the volume.

Can the skip go on a driveway or outside the property?

Often yes, but access is the key part. Tight turns, parked cars, low branches, soft ground, and the amount of room the lorry needs can all affect what is realistic.

Can I start with just a postcode?

Yes. That is usually the quickest way to get to the right local pricing and availability before deciding whether to book online or ask for help first.

What if I am between two sizes?

That is common. If the waste is dense, mixed, or likely to grow once the job starts, it is usually safer to sense-check the size first than order too small and end up solving the same problem twice.

Also covering nearby skip hire areas

If you are comparing skip sizes, delivery access, or permit needs around Plymouth, it is often worth checking a few nearby service areas as well.

Pennycomequick Pennycomequick, Devon Nearby area

Plymouth Plymouth, Devon Nearby area

Ford Park Ford Park, Devon Nearby area

Barbican Barbican, Devon Nearby area

Mutley Mutley, Devon Nearby area

Millbay Millbay, Devon Nearby area

Skip sizes available

These are the main skip hire sizes typically available for Plymouth, Devon. Use them as a guide when deciding how much waste you need to remove.

2 yard mini skip hire ideal for small household clear-outs, garden waste and DIY jobs. Holds around 20 bin bags and fits easily on driveways or tight spaces.

Capacity: 2 yd3 / 1.53 m3

Dimensions: 1.20 x 0.90 x 0.76 m

Approx. feet: 4.0 x 3.0 x 2.5 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

3 yard mini skip hire for small home clear-outs, DIY projects and garden waste. Holds around 30 bin bags and fits easily on most driveways.

Capacity: 3 yd3 / 2.29 m3

Dimensions: 1.40 x 1.00 x 0.90 m

Approx. feet: 4.6 x 3.3 x 3.0 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

4 yard builders skip hire ideal for home renovations, DIY projects and garden clearances. Holds around 40 bin bags and fits on most driveways.

Capacity: 4 yd3 / 3.06 m3

Dimensions: 1.83 x 1.29 x 0.97 m

Approx. feet: 6.0 x 4.2 x 3.2 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

5 yard skip hire perfect for medium home clear-outs, DIY renovations and garden waste. Holds around 50 bin bags and fits on most driveways.

Capacity: 5 yd3 / 3.82 m3

Dimensions: 2.13 x 1.52 x 1.07 m

Approx. feet: 7.0 x 5.0 x 3.5 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

6 yard builders skip hire ideal for large household clear-outs, building waste and renovation projects. Holds around 60 bin bags of waste.

Capacity: 6 yd3 / 4.59 m3

Dimensions: 2.60 x 1.68 x 1.22 m

Approx. feet: 8.5 x 5.5 x 4.0 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

6 yard lidded skip hire for secure waste storage, commercial waste and business premises.

Capacity: 6 yd3 / 4.59 m3

Dimensions: 2.60 x 1.68 x 1.50 m

Approx. feet: 8.5 x 5.5 x 4.9 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

7 yard skip hire ideal for large DIY projects, house clear-outs and renovation waste. Holds around 70 bin bags and fits on most driveways.

Capacity: 7 yd3 / 5.35 m3

Dimensions: 2.60 x 1.68 x 1.25 m

Approx. feet: 8.5 x 5.5 x 4.1 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

8 yard builders skip hire ideal for large household clear-outs, construction waste and renovation projects. Holds around 80 bin bags.

Capacity: 8 yd3 / 6.12 m3

Dimensions: 3.35 x 1.68 x 1.37 m

Approx. feet: 11 x 5.5 x 4.5 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

8 yard lidded skip hire ideal for secure commercial waste disposal and business waste storage.

Capacity: 8 yd3 / 6.12 m3

Dimensions: 3.35 x 1.68 x 1.60 m

Approx. feet: 11.0 x 5.5 x 5.2 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

10 yard skip hire ideal for bulky waste, large renovations and commercial clear-outs. Holds around 100 bin bags of waste.

Capacity: 10 yd3 / 7.65 m3

Dimensions: 3.35 x 1.68 x 1.52 m

Approx. feet: 11 x 5.5 x 5.0 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

10 yard lidded skip hire for secure business waste management and commercial waste disposal.

Capacity: 10 yd3 / 7.65 m3

Dimensions: 3.35 x 1.68 x 1.70 m

Approx. feet: 11.0 x 5.5 x 5.6 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

6 wheel grab lorry hire ideal for removing soil, hardcore, concrete and construction waste. Perfect for site clearances and bulk material collection.

Capacity: tbc yd3 / 10 m3

Dimensions: 7.50 x 2.50 x 3.30 m

Approx. feet: 24.6 x 8.2 x 10.8 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

12 yard skip hire perfect for bulky waste disposal, house renovations and commercial clear-outs. Holds around 120 bin bags.

Capacity: 12 yd3 / 9.18 m3

Dimensions: 3.70 x 1.78 x 1.68 m

Approx. feet: 12.1 x 5.8 x 5.5 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

12 yard lidded skip hire ideal for large commercial waste volumes and secure waste storage.

Capacity: 12 yd3 / 9.18 m3

Dimensions: 3.70 x 1.78 x 1.85 m

Approx. feet: 12.1 x 5.8 x 6.1 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

14 yard skip hire ideal for large commercial waste, bulky furniture disposal and major building projects.

Capacity: 14 yd3 / 10.7 m3

Dimensions: 3.70 x 1.78 x 1.83 m

Approx. feet: 12.1 x 5.8 x 6.0 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

14 yard lidded skip hire for high-volume commercial waste disposal and secure waste containment.

Capacity: 14 yd3 / 10.7 m3

Dimensions: 3.70 x 1.78 x 2.00 m

Approx. feet: 12.1 x 5.8 x 6.6 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

15 yard RoRo skip hire ideal for construction waste, commercial clear-outs and large bulky waste disposal.

Capacity: 15 yd3 / 11.47 m3

Dimensions: 6.10 x 2.50 x 1.50 m

Approx. feet: 20.0 x 8.2 x 4.9 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

16 yard skip hire ideal for commercial waste, shop refits and large building projects. Holds around 160 bin bags.

Capacity: 16 yd3 / 12.24 m3

Dimensions: 3.90 x 1.78 x 2.00 m

Approx. feet: 12.8 x 5.8 x 6.6 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

16 yard lidded skip hire ideal for large commercial waste volumes and secure waste management.

Capacity: 16 yd3 / 12.24 m3

Dimensions: 3.90 x 1.78 x 2.10 m

Approx. feet: 12.8 x 5.8 x 6.9 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

20 yard RoRo skip hire for construction waste, commercial projects and large-scale waste disposal.

Capacity: 20 yd3 / 15.29 m3

Dimensions: 6.10 x 1.50 x 1.80 m

Approx. feet: 20 x 8.2 x 5.9 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

25 yard RoRo skip hire ideal for industrial waste, demolition debris and large commercial projects.

Capacity: 25 yd3 / 19.11 m3

Dimensions: 6.10 x 2.50 x 2.10 m

Approx. feet: 20 x 8.2 x 6.9 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

30 yard RoRo skip hire perfect for large construction sites, demolition waste and bulky commercial waste.

Capacity: 30 yd3 / 22.94 m3

Dimensions: 6.10 x 2.50 x 2.30 m

Approx. feet: 20 x 8.2 x 7.5 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

35 yard RoRo skip hire ideal for high-volume commercial waste, construction sites and demolition projects.

Capacity: 35 yd3 / 26.76 m3

Dimensions: 6.50 x 2.50 x 2.45 m

Approx. feet: 21.3 x 8.2 x 8.0 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

40 yard RoRo skip hire for large commercial waste, demolition debris and industrial waste disposal.

Capacity: 40 yd3 / 30.58 m3

Dimensions: 6.50 x 2.50 x 2.60 m

Approx. feet: 21.3 x 8.2 x 8.5 ft

Typical max load: tbc kg

Skip Hire prices in Plymouth

Prices depend on location, waste type, access, and the size of the job. Start here to check live availability for Plymouth, Devon.

Ready to book skip hire in Plymouth, Devon?

If you are ready to move ahead, continue to the main Skip Hire booking page for this area and check the options available for your job. If the waste type, access, or timing needs a second look, use the quote form for this area.

Still comparing nearby areas? Go back to the Skip Hire location index and browse the surrounding coverage.