8 Yard Skip Hire
Doncaster and Rotherham Areas
Capacity: 8 Cubic Yards- or 70 to 80 bin bags
Dimensions: 3.6m X 1.7m X 1.2m
If you’re clearing out a large amount of waste, our 8-yard skips are an excellent choice for handling bulky items, a mix of soil and rubble (up to 50%), and lighter general waste. Commonly known as builder’s skips, they’re versatile, spacious, and easy to load, making them ideal for both commercial and domestic projects. These skips can hold around 70-80 bin bags, depending on the type of waste you’re disposing of. For maximum efficiency, start by placing larger, bulkier items at the bottom.
An 8-yard skip is typically the largest size allowed for placement on the road with a council permit. Regulations can vary, so contact Gary Lodge Skip Hire, and we’ll handle the permit application on your behalf to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Choose Gary Lodge Skip Hire to handle your waste efficiently, saving you time, effort, and the stress of doing it yourself.
Whether you’re working on a commercial project or a large home renovation, we’ll help make waste disposal simple. If you need to place the skip on public land, we can assist with obtaining a permit. Alternatively, the skip can be conveniently placed on your driveway or in your garden. Contact us today to book your 8-yard skip!
An 8 -yard skip is suitable for small domestic and light commercial projects. Common uses include:
- Large Refurbishment Projects: Ideal for handling waste from major home or office renovations.
- Building Projects: Perfect for disposing of bricks, rubble, and construction materials.
- Construction and Demolition: Designed to manage debris from both small and large-scale construction or demolition jobs.
- Commercial Building Clear Outs: Great for removing bulky items and waste during office or retail refurbishments.
- Garden and Landscaping: Suitable for disposing of soil, turf, tree stumps, and other outdoor waste.
It’s compact enough for areas with restricted access while still offering a practical waste solution for smaller jobs.
Driving back and forth to the local waste disposal site can be a hassle and expensive with rising fuel costs. Fly-tipping isn’t just illegal—it harms the environment, disrupts communities, and leads to costly clean-up efforts funded by taxpayers. Gary Lodge Skip Hire offers a simple, legal, and efficient solution for household waste removal across Doncaster and Rotherham.
FAQ’s
Gary Lodge Skip Hire provides skip hire services across Doncaster and Rotherham, accepting a wide range of waste types, including household rubbish, garden debris, construction materials, wood, and metal. However, UK waste disposal regulations mean certain restrictions apply. For example, due to weight limitations, only a limited amount of soil can be loaded into skips.
Items such as mattresses, electrical appliances, fridge/freezers, tyres, and upholstered furniture are not permitted in general skips, following strict environmental guidelines introduced in 2023. To help meet these regulations, we offer specialized skips for materials like plasterboard, wood, glass, and metal. For advice on restricted items or choosing the best skip for your needs, get in touch with our team.
Our skips are suitable for most types of waste, including:
- General household waste
- Garden waste (soil, hedge trimmings, branches)
- Building waste (Rubble, wood, plasterboard (Not in Mixed Skips), tiles)
- Furniture and fixtures
- Domestic waste and light commercial waste
The size of skip you need depends on the type and amount of waste you’re disposing of. At Gary Lodge Skip Hire, we estimate skip capacities based on how many black bin bags they can hold, but it’s always a good idea to choose a larger size if you’re unsure—this avoids the inconvenience of needing a replacement skip.
For heavy materials such as soil, rubble, or bricks, please note that the maximum allowable size is 6 yards due to weight restrictions. For more details and guidance, refer to our skip size guide or contact us directly for advice.
Our standard hire period is 7 days, giving you plenty of time to fill your skip. If you need the skip for longer, we can arrange an extended hire period, but please note that additional charges may apply.
Yes, if your skip will be placed on public property, such as a road, a council permit is required. Don’t worry—Gary Lodge Skip Hire can handle the permit application for you. Permit regulations vary by council, so contact us for more details.
Certain items are not permitted in skips due to safety and environmental regulations, including:
- Mattresses
- Electrical appliances (TVs, microwaves, etc.)
- Fridge/freezers
- Tyres
- Upholstered furniture (with certain exceptions under recent regulations)
- Batteries
- Asbestos
- Paints, solvents, and chemicals
- Plasterboard (in mixed skips)
If you need to dispose of restricted items, let us know—we may be able to provide a specialized waste skip.
Yes! We offer skips for specific waste types, including plasterboard, metal, wood, and glass. Contact us to discuss your needs, and we’ll recommend the right skip for your project.
The size you need depends on the type and volume of waste. If you’re unsure, it’s always better to choose a slightly larger skip to avoid the hassle of needing an exchange. Our team is happy to advise you based on your project requirements. Our Skip sizes are listed here on our What Size Skip Page
For safety and transport reasons, skips must not be overfilled. Waste should not exceed the top edge of the skip. If your skip is overloaded, we may not be able to collect it, and you may need to remove some of the waste.
Yes, just give us at least one full working day’s notice, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.