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8 Yard Skip Hire

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60–80

Bin Bags Capacity

8 Tonnes

Max Weight

3.6m × 1.2m

Length × Height

Overview

Why Choose an 8 Yard Skip?

An 8 yard skip is often the go-to option when a project starts creating more waste than expected. It's designed for medium to larger jobs and comfortably holds around 60 to 80 standard bin bags. This makes it well suited to bigger house clearances, substantial garden work, or DIY projects where waste builds up quickly rather than all at once. It's also a popular choice for home improvements such as kitchen refits, bathroom renovations, or loft conversions.

For building and refurbishment work, an 8 yard skip offers the space needed for heavier and bulkier materials. Bricks, rubble, timber, and old fittings can all be disposed of without constantly worrying about running out of room. Garden projects are covered too, including soil, thick branches, and broken paving slabs. Whether you're a homeowner tackling a major improvement or a tradesperson working on a refit, this skip size keeps things manageable without paying for unused capacity.

Bricks & Rubble Timber Soil & Garden Waste Old Furniture Kitchen & Bathroom Fittings Metal & Cardboard
8 yard skip hire from Ascot Waste Management

3.6m × 1.2m

Length × Height

60–80

Bin Bags

8 Tonnes

Max Weight

Common Questions

8 Yard Skip FAQs

An 8 yard skip is usually around 1.2 metres high, 3.6 metres long, and 1.7 metres wide. In feet, that works out at roughly 4ft high, 12ft long, and 5.5ft wide.
In real terms, most people find an 8 yard skip holds between 60 and 80 standard refuse sacks. It's built for larger renovation work, garden clearances, and construction projects where heavier waste is involved.
This skip size is suitable for a wide mix of waste types. That includes household items such as furniture, garden waste like soil and branches, and building materials including bricks and rubble. Wood, metal, cardboard, and general mixed waste can also be placed in an 8 yard skip.
A permit is only required if the skip needs to be placed on public land, such as a road or pavement. If it can be positioned on a driveway or private land, no permit is needed. If a permit is required, Ascot Management can take care of arranging this with the local council.
The standard hire period for an 8 yard skip is up to 14 days. If you think you'll need it for longer, this can usually be arranged at the time of booking.
Some items are not allowed in skips, including hazardous materials such as asbestos, chemicals, and paint. Electrical items like fridges, freezers, and TVs are also restricted. Full details are available on our prohibited items page.

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