How Long Can You Keep a Skip For?

In most cases, skip hire companies allow customers to keep their skip for between 7 and 14 days as standard. However, most companies are flexible and will allow this period to be extended if you end up needing the skip for longer.

Here at Greenbox Recycling, the minimum skip hire period is 7 days, giving our customers enough time to complete their project without any pressure.

Whether you are clearing out your home or managing waste on a construction site, understanding how skip hire works is important to ensure your project is as smooth as possible.

Read on for more information…

 

How does skip hire work?

Skip hire is designed to be straightforward. At Greenbox Recycling, we provide convenient skip hire across Kent following the process below:

Choose the right skip size

The first step is choosing the correct skip size for your project. Skip hire companies offer a wide range of sizes to suit every project type. At Greenbox Recycling, this includes 4-yard skips all the way up to 40-yard RORO skips.

Book your skip

Once you know the skip size you need, you can easily book the skip online. Many companies, including Greenbox Recycling, provide fully transparent pricing ahead of booking so you know what to expect.

Arrange a permit if needed

If the skip will be placed on a public road, pavement or parking bay, a permit from the local council will almost certainly be required. We can also organise this on your behalf if needed.

Skip delivery

Your skip will then be delivered to your property on the agreed date. It is important to make sure there is enough space for the delivery vehicle to drop it off.

Fill the skip

Once delivered, you can begin filling the skip with your waste. If you need guidance on what can and can’t go in a skip, take a look at our previous blog on the subject.

Collection

When you have finished filling the skip, we will collect it and transport the waste to our in-house recycling facilities, which dispose of it in the most sustainable way possible.

 

How long can you keep a skip for?

Most skip hire companies offer standard hire periods of between 7 and 14 days. This is usually enough time for most domestic projects like bathroom renovations and house clearances.

However, we offer flexibility, so if your project is taking longer than expected, we can arrange for you to keep it for longer.

 

Can I extend skip hire?

Yes, most skip hire companies will allow you to extend skip hire periods for an additional cost. Longer hire periods are common for:

• Construction projects
• Commercial work
• Large home renovations
• Ongoing site clearances

If you think you’ll need the skip longer than the initially agreed time period, you should let your skip hire company know as early as possible.

 

How long can I leave a skip outside my house?

How long you can leave a skip outside your property will often depend on where it is placed:

How long can I leave a skip on my driveway?

If your skip is being placed on a domestic driveway, there are no strict time limits. This is your land, so you can normally keep it there for as long as you need, as long as this has been agreed with your skip hire company.

How long can I leave a skip on a road?

If the skip is to be placed on a public road, a skip permit from your local council will generally be needed. Permits are issued for a set period of time, usually between 7 and 14 days, although this varies between councils.

How long can I leave a skip in a parking bay?

Parking bays are usually on public land, so they will also need a skip permit. Some councils have stricter regulations for parking bays depending on where they’re located, and the duration will vary. In these situations, the skip may also need safety lights and reflective markings.

 

Can I extend a skip permit?

Yes, skip permits can usually be extended for an additional cost.

If your project overruns and the skip is on public land, you can apply for a skip permit extension with the local council, but approval is not guaranteed.

The expert team at Greenbox Recycling can coordinate this on your behalf.

 

Choose Greenbox Recycling for reliable skip hire

Whether you need a skip for a domestic or commercial project, Greenbox Recycling is here to help. We provide a leading skip hire service throughout Kent, so get in touch today to find out more.