How long can I keep a hired skip?

When it comes to hiring a skip, there are several questions which you may have, one of them being, how long can you keep it. The answer to this can depend on the skip hiring company and their policy. Most skips are usually hired for a set amount of time, whereas some can be flexible depending on your needs.

The most common skip hire durations are between 1 to 2 weeks. This usually has a set price for the skip you need, unless you decide you need to keep it for longer. Some projects don’t always go to plan, so if you need the extra time to keep the skip, then you can always arrange this with the skip hire company. However, it is important to know that an extension does usually come with an additional charge.

In some circumstances where you need a permit for the skip to be placed on a public land, this can be more difficult to extend. The permits usually come with an expiry date within a limited time, which means you will be required to go through the process again to renew. Although the skip hire company can support you with this, it is worth baring in mind that it’s a slightly longer process.

For most small to medium sized home projects, hiring a skip for a week or two is generally a sufficient amount of time. However, always discuss your needs with the skip hire company before making a booking.