Can You Put Garden Waste in a Skip UK?
If you’re in the middle of a landscaping project or a garden renovation, you might be generating a lot of garden waste and don’t know what to do with it. You may even be considering whether a Skip Hire would be a way to get rid of garden waste.
Garden waste can consist of old plants, wood cuttings from broken furniture, lawn trimmings and much more. Disposing of all this garden waste can prove to be a challenge. Fortunately, most Garden waste can be thrown into skips, leaving you with peace of mind.
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Read on to learn more about factors to consider when hiring a skip for garden waste.
What is Garden Waste?
Also known as green waste, garden waste is a biodegradable type of waste consisting of grass, leaves, dead plants, flowers, branches etc. From a DIY garden project, it is easy to mix other waste like furniture, ceramics, and rubble along with the garden waste. It is important to make an informed judgement as to the best skip size required. Also, be sure to double check with your skip hire provider if garden waste can be mixed with other items from the gardening project.
Garden Waste Can Go into a Skip
You will be pleased to know that YES, your garden waste can be placed in a skip. From simple green waste to larger waste, including bulky items like logs and branches but be sure to check to avoid additional fees. The waste can also be taken to a composting/recycling facility where it can be mulched and reused which is more sustainable.
Many skip rental companies offer skips for all your rubbish disposal needs. From domestic house clearances to commercial property renovation clearances. It is crucial that you do select the right skip size to be more efficient with the waste removal process.
What Size Skip Do I Need for Garden Waste?
Skips come in a range of different shapes and sizes depending on service provider and type of skip. From doing small scale garden projects to large ones, it is important to think about the volume of waste that is likely to be generated. Our blog on skip sizes will answer your questions.
In general, below are common skip hire sizes and their relevant uses for the size of skip:
✓ Small Skips (4 yards): Great for bathroom or kitchen refits, medium-sized DIY jobs, and household clear-outs
✓ Builder’s Skips (6 yards): Perfect for small household or business projects, garden green waste and other heavy waste
✓ Large (8 yards): Perfect for larger domestic renovations or construction projects for houses, gardens and businesses
✓ Max Skips (12 yards): Best for large projects, including heavy construction waste like bricks and rubble
Item’s Not Permitted in Skips
Even though most garden waste like plants, grass clippings and broken furniture parts are allowed in skips, some are not. These include:
- Electrical Garden Appliances
- Hazardous substances like Herbicides
- Fridges and Freezers
- Paints and Solvents
Our article on ‘What Can’t You Put in a Skip?’ will allow you to understand more about this factor. There are a variety of items that are hazardous, and therefore unable to be collected by many rubbish removal companies.
Why Choose a Skip for Garden Waste?
A skip may be an ideal choice for garden waste. The following are some benefits of skip hire:
- Sustainable and ethical waste disposal
- Saves time and money compared to hiring a waste carrier or multiple trips to the recycling center
- Flexible hire period
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