Skip bins are gaining popularity for reducing the clutter in many households across Australia. These bins are slowly replacing conventional means of disposing of garbage because of their convenience and efficiency. Here are some pointers you need to consider before you hire a skip bin.

The Type and Location Of The Skip Bins

You need to determine the type and size of your skip bin. They vary depending on size and application. The bins range from a few cubic metres and above, depending on the amount of waste you want to dispose of. Skip bins can either be used for residential waste or for industrial waste like concrete, bricks and green waste. For example, if you need a bin to get rid of general household waste, a simple residential skip will suffice. However, if you want to dispose of concrete from a construction project, you will need a concrete skip bin.

You can either put your skip on your property or on a highway close to your property. You need space that is sufficient enough for the skip vehicle to drop and pick up your bins. You also need to determine whether you need special permissions to use the highway as the drop-off and pick up point. You may be required to have a skip permit from the local council to put the bin on the highway.

What You Will Put In The Skips

Different types of skip bins are used for disposing of different types of waste. Therefore, consult a skip bin service to determine the appropriate bin for your garbage. Generally, skip bins can contain general household waste, green waste and renovation waste.

Some things cannot be disposed of in skip bins. Most of these things are prohibited items because they are flammable, toxic or hazardous in some way. For example, gas cylinders are flammable and can easily cause explosions. Other items that should not be disposed of in skip bins include:

• Paint
• Fibro
• Asbestos
• Oil
• Food Scraps
• Tyres
• Chemicals
• Batteries

Endnote

There are numerous benefits of using skip bins to get rid of waste. Not only are these bins convenient and efficient, but they are also less costly than conventional means of disposing of waste. When choosing skip bin hire, you need to be considerate of the type and location of the skips and what you will put in the skips. Be sure to discuss your options with a skip bin consultant before you make any decisions.

Contact a local skip bin service to learn more.