If you’re doing a smaller renovation or home clear out, you’re probably between two minds about whether you should get a small skip or take a trip to your local tip, or recycling centre. In this blog we want to guide you through these decisions by outlining the positives and negatives of each option, so you can make your own informed decision.
Skip Hire: The Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Hiring a skip is a lot more convenient, you don’t have to put your rubbish in separate bags depending on the contents and then pack your car up, it is delivered to your doorstep and you can fill it at your own pace, no need to take multiple trips to the tip.
- Skip hire can save you a considerable amount of time especially if you have a lot to get rid of, back and forth trips can be time consuming and expensive! Skip hire services deliver and sort through your waste, so this time is saved from your trip to the tip.
- Skips come in a range of sizes, so you’ll most likely be able to find one that suits you from smaller domestic projects to larger construction skips.
- Skip hire services deliver and sort through your waste, professional handing allows you to stake a step back from the whole process.
Cons:
- Skip hire can be more expensive than taking waste to the tip, especially if you don’t have a large amount of waste to dispose of.
- The cost varies depending on the skip size and your location.
- Adequate space is needed to place a skip, if you have restrictions or limited driveway space, it may be difficult to place.
- You will need to organise permits if you have your skip in a public area, which vary in price depending on your local authority and may take a few days to get.
The Tip: Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Taking waste to the tip yourself can be cost-effective, especially if you only have a small amount of waste to dispose of, if you are in a larger vehicle it might cost extra depending on the facility.
- It is all on your own accord, you can go to the tip whenever you would like whereas many skip companies might give a specific time limit.
- Many waste disposal sites have recycling facilities, allowing you to separate recyclables from general waste easily.
Cons:
- Depending on the distance and opening hours of the tip, you may find it inconvenient to make multiple trips, especially if you have a busy schedule.
- Frequent trips to the tip contribute to carbon emissions, especially if you have to drive a long distance. This can have an adverse environmental impact.
- Can be difficut to store things to take to the tip without a skip
- Unless you want to make multiple trips, you can only take as much to the tip as your car can store, which is a lot less than a tip and might make a mess in your car
In conclusion, both skip hire and trips to the tip have their advantages and disadvantages. Your choice really depends on what you need it for, if you do not require a huge amount of waste disposable and think you can fit it all in one car, it might be worth just going to the tip, however if you need more than one car full we recommend considering hiring a skip. Regardless of your decision, responsible waste disposal is essential for preserving our planet and ensuring a clean and healthy environment for future generations.
