Introduction
Hiring commercial skips is an essential part of managing waste on construction sites, renovation projects or any large-scale commercial clean-up. But if not approached carefully, skip hire can become an expensive or inefficient process. In this blog, we highlight five common mistakes businesses make when booking commercial skip hire and how to avoid them.
1. Choosing the Wrong Skip Size
One of the most frequent errors is underestimating or overestimating the skip size required. If the skip is too small, you may need to order additional skips. If it is too large, you could end up paying for space you do not need.
Tip: Monster Skips Ltd offers a wide range of skip sizes suited to commercial projects, from 8-yard builders’ skips to 16-yard containers. View our available sizes here
2. Not Checking Permit Requirements
If the skip needs to be placed on public land such as a road or pavement, a local authority permit is usually required. Forgetting to secure this permit can result in delays, fines or your skip not being delivered.
Tip: Our team can help you organise the necessary skip hire permits for locations across the West Midlands.
3. Overfilling the Skip
It might be tempting to squeeze in a bit more waste, but overfilling a skip is both unsafe and against regulations. Skips should never be loaded above the rim. If they are, the collection may be refused.
Tip: Speak to our team about the amount of waste you expect to produce. We will recommend the right size to keep everything safe and compliant.
4. Disposing of Prohibited Materials
Some materials cannot be placed in commercial skips. These include hazardous waste, asbestos, tyres, and electrical appliances. Including restricted items can lead to additional charges or your waste being rejected.
Tip: Not sure what you can throw in? Our customer service team can provide clear guidance on what is and is not allowed.
5. Not Comparing Service Quality
Choosing a skip hire company based on price alone can lead to poor service, hidden fees or unreliable collections. A low-cost option may end up costing more in the long run.
Tip: Monster Skips Ltd is trusted across the West Midlands for fast delivery, transparent pricing and excellent customer service. Learn more about our commercial skip hire service
Conclusion
Avoiding these five common mistakes can save your business time, money and hassle. Whether you are clearing out a commercial property, managing a construction site or handling retail refurbishment waste, working with a reliable skip hire provider is key.
Contact Monster Skips Ltd today to book your commercial skip hire in the West Midlands. Call us on 0121 773 9000 or request a quote online
