Skip Sizes

Skip Sizes – Mini, Midi & Maxi Skips (2yd, 4yd & 8yd)

Able Skip Hire provides three core skip sizes suitable for domestic and commercial projects. Our Mini Skip (2 Yard), Midi Skip (4 Yard), and Maxi Skip (8 Yard) skips cover everything from small DIY jobs to full-house clearances and large renovation work.

Below you’ll find a clear breakdown of each skip size, including typical uses, bin bag capacity and dimensions, making it easy to choose the right skip for your project.

You can book online in minutes using our Quick Book form below. You can also choose your preferred morning or afternoon delivery slot, and select a skip permit if your skip needs to be placed on a public road. Once your order is placed, our team will confirm delivery details.

If you need advice, require enclosed skips, or need a skip outside the online coverage area, please get in touch with our Leyland office on 01772 622342

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2 Yard Skip/ Mini Skip

£190.00(inc VAT)

£190.00(inc VAT)

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4 Yard Skip/ Midi Skip

£240.00(inc VAT)

£240.00(inc VAT)

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8 Yard Skip/ Maxi Skip

£310.00(inc VAT)

£310.00(inc VAT)

Permit Prices

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2 Yard Skip

Mini Skip (2 Yard Skip)

Our 2 Yard Mini Skip is ideal for small DIY jobs, garden tidy-ups, shed clearances and light household waste. It typically holds 30–35 bin bags and offers a compact solution when space is limited.

Perfect for:

  • Small home projects

  • Garden waste

  • Room or shed clear-outs

  • Light building waste

  • Sites with restricted space

Capacity Height Length Width
1.5 – 2.3 m3 0.78m 1.83m 1.30m

NB All sizes approximate as skips may vary in size

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4 Yard Skip

Midi Skip (4 Yard Skip)

The 4 Yard Midi Skip is ideal for medium-sized DIY jobs, kitchen or bathroom renovations and garage clearances. It typically holds 65–70 bin bags and is long enough for bulky items such as doors and radiators.

Perfect for:

  • Kitchen and bathroom refits

  • Garage clearances

  • Garden landscaping

  • Small construction jobs

  • General household waste

NB All sizes approximate as skips may vary in size

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8 Yard Skip

Maxi Skip (8 Yard Skip)

Our 8 Yard Maxi Skip is the most popular choice for builders, contractors and homeowners tackling large projects and easily handles bulkier items and high-volume mixed waste.

Perfect for:

  • Full house clearances

  • Major renovation projects

  • Construction and building waste

  • Large excavation work

  • Extensions and structural projects

All 8 Yard skips include drop-down doors for easier loading (availability may vary).

Capacity Height Length Width
8m3 1.02m 3.66m 1.80m

NB All sizes approximate as skips may vary in size

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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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