A great way to categorise the size of a skip you need is, to think about it in accordance to how many bin bags it holds.
E.g. a 4 yard skip can take roughly about 30 to 40 bin bags
It is essential to get the right sized skip which can save you money, also you wouldn’t want to order a skip too small for the job as you will most likely have to order another to finish the job.
This size chart is here to give you an idea on skip sizes and hopefully guide you on the skip size you will need and if you are still unsure, why not speak to our friendly team on 0115 971 3591 who are available to lend a hand.
Also, let our team know if you are having the skip on the road as they can advise you and arrange a permit.
4 yard skips normally known as “midi Skips”are a great size for small jobs. They hold around 30-40 bin bags
8 yard skips are the most popular by far. They are referred to as “Builders Skips” in Nottingham and great for hardcore waste and hold around 60-80 bin bag of waste.
10 yard skips are great for big clearouts and bulky waste, these skips hold around 80-100 bin bags of waste.
Skip Size | Skip Length | Skip Width | Skip Height | |||||
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Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | |
4 Yard Skip* | 4 cu YRDs | 3.06m³ | 5’11” | 1.80m | 4′ | 1.22m | 3’2″ | 0.96m |
8 Yard Skip* | 8 cu YRDs | 6.12m³ | 10’6″ | 3.2m | 5’9″ | 1.75m | 4′ | 1.22m |
10 Yard Skip* | 10 cu YRDs | 7.6m³ | 12′ | 3.5m | 5’9″ | 1.75m | 4’11” | 1.5m |
All sizes are approximate
12 yard skips are sometimes referred to as “Maxi Skips” in the Nottingham area and are great for large business or house clear outs. They are not suitable for heavy hardcore as they have a weight restriction. They hold around 100-120 bin bags
16 yard skips are great for extra large business or house clear outs. Again they are not suitable for heavy hardcore as they have a weight restriction. They hold around 120-160 bin bags.
18 yard skips are for when you have that little bit bigger business or house clear out job They are not suitable for heavy hardcore as they have a weight restriction. They hold around 140-170 bin bags.
Skip Size | Skip Length | Skip Width | Skip Height | |||||
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Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | |
12 Yard Skip* | 12 cu YRDs | 9.8m³ | 12’2″ | 3.7m | 5’9″ | 1.75m | 5’6″ | 1.68m |
14 Yard Skip* | 14 cu YRDs | 10.7m³ | 13’5″ | 4.1m | 5’9″ | 1.75m | 5’11” | 1.8m |
16 Yard Skip* | 16 cu YRDs | 12.23m³ | 14’1″ | 4.3m | 5’9″ | 1.75m | 6’7″ | 2m |
All sizes are approximate
Our 20 yard roll on roll off Skips are used for light construction and demolition waste solutions. These skip containers will hold around 160-200 bin bags of waste.
Our 35 yard roll on roll off Skips are used for semi-light construction and demolition waste materials. These skip containers will hold around 250-300 bin bags of waste
Our 40 yard roll on roll off commercial Skips are mostly used for large light waste types. This is the biggest skip we supply and holds around 350-400 bin bags of waste.
Skip Size | Skip Length | Skip Width | Skip Height | |||||
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Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | Imperial | Metric | |
20 Roll on off | 20 cu YRDs | 15.3m³ | 19’11” | 6.07m | 7’4″ | 2.23m | 5’4″4 | 1.62m |
35 Roll on off | 35 cu YRDs | 25.76m³ | 19’11” | 6.07m | 7’4″ | 2.23m | 7′”10 | 2.39m |
40 Roll on off | 40 cu YRDs | 30.58³ | 19’11” | 6.07m | 7’4″ | 2.23m | 8’10″4 | 2.69m |
All sizes are approximate