Skip Hire Merseyside: What Can You Put in a Skip?

Are you planning to do some renovations or house clearances in Merseyside? Skip Hire Merseyside is here to help you dispose of your waste responsibly. However, you might be wondering what items are allowed to be put in a skip. Let us guide you.

Skip Hire Merseyside

Skip Hire Merseyside is a skip hire company located in Merseyside, in the North West of England. We aim to make waste disposal easy for our customers by providing a range of skip sizes and flexible hire agreements to suit their needs.

At Skip Hire Merseyside, we pride ourselves on our environmentally friendly approach to waste disposal. We are committed to recycling as much of the waste we collect as possible, and we work closely with waste management facilities to ensure that everything is disposed of responsibly.

What is a Skip?

A skip is a large, metal container used for the disposal of waste. Skips come in various sizes, from 4 yards to 40 yards, and are designed to be transported by a special lorry equipped with a hydraulic arm. Skips are commonly used for house clearances, garden clearances, construction sites, and other similar tasks.

What Can You Put in a Skip?

Generally, you can put most non-hazardous items in a skip. Here is a list of items that can be put in a skip:

General Waste

• Household and garden waste, such as furniture, toys, clothes, and grass cuttings.
• Building materials, such as bricks, rubble, and wood.
• Cardboard, paper, and plastic.

Electronic Waste

• Computers, laptops, and other electronic devices.
• TVs and monitors.
• Fridges, freezers, and other white goods.

Hazardous Waste

There are certain items that cannot be put in a skip. Anything that is hazardous, such as asbestos, paint, and chemicals, must be disposed of separately according to specific guidelines. At Skip Hire Merseyside, we do not allow the following items to be put in our skips:

• Asbestos
• Batteries
• Chemicals
• Fluorescent tubes
• Gas canisters
• Medical waste
• Oil
• Paint

If you are unsure about whether an item can be disposed of in a skip, please do not hesitate to contact Skip Hire Merseyside for advice.

How to Dispose of Hazardous Waste

If you need to dispose of hazardous waste, you will need to do so separately from your skip hire. Here is a guide to disposing of some common types of hazardous waste:

Asbestos

Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that was commonly used in construction materials before it was discovered to be harmful. If you need to dispose of asbestos, it must be done so safely to protect you and the environment. Here is what you need to do:

1. Contact a specialist asbestos removal company to remove and dispose of the asbestos for you.
2. If you plan to do the removal yourself, you will need to take extra precautions to protect yourself and others from exposure. You will need to wear protective clothing, including a mask, gloves, and overalls, and seal off the area where the asbestos is located.
3. Once the asbestos has been removed, you will need to arrange for it to be disposed of at a licensed hazardous waste facility.

Paint

Paint is a hazardous waste and should not be put in a skip. If you need to dispose of paint, you can do so at your local recycling centre. Here is what you need to do:

1. Allow the paint to dry out completely. This can take several days or even weeks depending on the type of paint.
2. Once the paint is dry, you can dispose of it in your household waste bin or take it to your local recycling centre.

Chemicals

Chemicals are hazardous waste and should not be put in a skip. If you need to dispose of chemicals, you can do so at your local household waste recycling centre. Here is what you need to do:

1. Identify the chemical and check if it is classified as hazardous waste. You can do this by looking at the label or Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provided with the chemical.
2. Keep the chemical in its original container if possible and make sure that the container is tightly sealed.
3. Label the container with the chemical name and date of disposal.
4. Take the chemical to your local household waste recycling centre for safe disposal.

Skip Hire Merseyside: Contact Us

If you are looking for a reliable skip hire company in Merseyside, look no further than Skip Hire Merseyside. We offer a range of skip sizes to suit your needs, and our flexible hire agreements mean that you can hire a skip for as long as you need it.

To arrange skip hire, or if you have any questions about what can be put in a skip, please contact us on 0151 374 2099 or email us at [email protected]. Our friendly team are always on hand to help you with your waste disposal needs.