Skip Hire in Blackburn

Skip Hire in Blackburn

It has been said that the UK is going to run out of landfill sites in less than eight years. Already more than half of the municipal waste generated every year here is taken to landfill sites. When you consider that the UK produces more than 290 million tonnes of waste every year, just think about how much refuse gets dumped into landfill sites.

Fortunately, the UK plans to phase out the use of landfill sites by 2030. But it is not going to be an easy job. Helping the government and the community in this mammoth task are companies like Able Skip Hire. Able Skip Hire has been providing skip hire in Blackburn and waste management services in Lancashire for over 30 years.

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2 Yard Skip/ Mini Skip

£155.00(inc VAT)

£155.00(inc VAT)

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4 Yard Skip/ Midi Skip

£215.00(inc VAT)

£215.00(inc VAT)

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8 Yard Skip/ Maxi Skip

£290.00(inc VAT)

£290.00(inc VAT)

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Click below to find out your local skip permit price and to find out when and why you legally require a skip permit. Able Skip Hire will arrange the skip permit for you, just add it to your order on the next page.

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Home to more than 105,000 people, Blackburn generates a large amount of waste everyday. Tackling this waste is a herculean task for the local administration.

Pitching in with its services is Able Skip Hire. The company has a large fleet of modern and eco-friendly trucks and more than 400 skips (containers). We are happy to say that we serve Blackburn as well. If you need an efficient and affordable skip hire in Blackburn, then do not hesitate to call us.

Using Able Skip Hire’s Services has its advantages

  • We are a family-owned business. No shareholders and parent companies to answer to.
  • We have our own Licensed Waste Transfer and Recovery Facility where the waste is taken to be segregated by trained recycling staff. The recyclables are separated and taken to respective recycling facilities. We recycle over 95% of the waste we collect (aiming for 100%).
  • We have skips in a variety of sizes, supported by the latest equipment. The advantage is high load capacity and faster waste collection.
  • You can get order your skip online. Just give us a few details and we will start the process.

If you have any doubts or you want to know more about our services, we encourage you to call us on 01772 622342. Our agents are waiting for your call!

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If you would like to find out more about our services or to get a free, no-obligation quote for skip hire, please do not hesitate to get in touch today!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please see the frequently asked questions to the right or contact us if you can’t see your question below.

Can I put a Skip on the road or pavement outside my property?

Yes, but only if you apply for a Highways Permit from the Local District Council. These are obtained by Able Skip Hire Ltd on your behalf, and the council fee is added to the cost of the skip. The cost of the permit can be found here. We will supply cones to place around the skip.

Will the skip damage my Driveway?

No. All our vehicles use a vertical chain-lift, skip loader unit, which means the skip is not dragged across the surface of the drive, it is gently lowered into place by our experienced operators. If you require us to place a skip in a difficult or hazardous position i.e. over manhole covers or across grass areas we will ask you to sign a ‘hirer accepts responsibility’ document.

What can I not put in the skip?

The following items are not accepted in our skips: – Refrigerators, Freezers, Tyres, Asbestos Roofing Sheets, unsealed oil or paint cans. If any of these types of waste our found in the skip thay will be returned to the hirer or an extra charge may apply.

How much waste can I put in the skip?

All skips must be filled level with the top of the container. This is because overloaded skips can cause the vehicle to exceed its legal weight limit, which in turn could lead to our drivers being fined up to £1000. Unsafe loads can also present a hazard to other road users. Any skips filled excessively will either have the excess waste removed or an extra charge will be applied.

Can I put different types of waste in the skip?

Yes. Unlike some other skip firms we operate a recycling centre so all our skips are tipped here and the waste is segregated accordingly to be recycled. So we save you the time and effort of separating your own rubbish. This means both soils, brick etc can be placed in the same skip as household and commercial waste.

Can I burn rubbish in a skip?

No. Under no circumstances can a fire be lit inside a skip. This is a contravention of Fire safety Guideline No.16 and also damages the skip and it’s paintwork, which can have implications for Health and Safety. Any person, who causes a fire will have the contents of the skip deposited on their property, will also be liable for the re-painting cost of the skip, and their details will be passed to the Environment Agency and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service who may prosecute the hirer.

How soon can I get a skip?

One days notice is required for all skip deliveries, but we will attempt to meet all orders as soon as possible.

Do I need a permit for my skip?

Before you place a skip on any public highway or road (including a pavement) you need to have a skip permit from the local council. Skip permits exist to control how many skips are placed on the road because they take up space and can impact parking and traffic flow. for further details and pricing please click here

Skip Areas We cover

No matter where you are located, Able Skip Hire can deliver a skip to your door quickly, efficiently and as soon as you need it..

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