How much should I expect to pay for a skip in Medway?

Costs vary by size, but a useful guide for Medway is roughly £165 for the smallest skips and around £400 for a 12-yard. The 8-yard builders skip, popular for renovations, generally falls between £260 and £320 including delivery, a standard hire period and collection. VAT is included in all quoted prices. Where a skip sits on a public road rather than private land, a permit is required at £73, added transparently to the invoice. Phone quotes take under 90 seconds and cover everything so the figure you hear is what appears on the bill.

How do I work out the correct skip size for my needs in Medway?

Most projects in Medway and around Kent are well served by a 6 or 8-yard skip, but the right choice depends on both volume and weight. At the smaller end, a 4-yard takes 30–40 bin bags and is practical for garden clearances and single-room strip-outs. A 6-yard fits 50–60 bags and suits bathroom refits or light construction work. An 8-yard, at 60–80 bags, covers kitchen renovations and general builders' rubbish comfortably. Step up to a 10 or 12-yard for large house clearances or substantial building projects. If your waste is mainly heavy material, soil, hardcore or concrete, hire a size smaller than the volume would suggest, because weight caps are fixed regardless of how full the skip appears.

When does a skip need a permit in Medway?

A skip needs a permit in Medway whenever part of it will sit on the public highway, roads, pavements, grass verges, or any council-owned access land. Medway Council charges £73 for each permit, which runs for 14 days from the delivery date. Applications to Medway Council usually need 5 working days' lead time, so plan accordingly. If the skip stays entirely within private land (driveway, off-street parking, front garden), no permit is required and delivery can typically happen sooner. Permit arrangement is usually included in the booking process, so the council application is handled without extra hassle. For borderline cases, a quick phone call clarifies exactly what's needed before anything is booked.

How long can I keep a skip in Medway?

Standard skip hire periods in Medway are 7 to 14 days, covering most domestic and light trade jobs comfortably. For skips placed on a public road, the council permit runs for 14 days from the delivery date and can usually be extended for an additional fee if the work overruns. Skips on private property (driveway, off-street parking) have more flexibility, longer hire periods can be arranged at booking for bigger projects. If the job finishes early, collection is arranged on a single phone call and typically happens within 24 hours. For longer commercial bookings or ongoing site work, weekly rollover arrangements are available; mention the expected duration at booking so it's priced correctly upfront.

Which items will a skip hire firm in Medway refuse to take?

Before booking a skip in Medway, it is worth knowing which items are off-limits under UK environmental law. The prohibited list includes asbestos, batteries, fluorescent tubes and energy-saving bulbs, paint, residual paint tins, engine oil, cooking oil, fridges, freezers, air-conditioning units, any WEEE electricals, tyres, gas canisters, clinical waste, and plasterboard combined with other waste. Most of these materials need to go to a dedicated hazardous waste facility, and the local council website lists the nearest drop-off points. Clean, separated plasterboard can sometimes be taken in a specialist skip if you flag it at the time of booking.

How soon can a skip arrive at my address in Medway?

Next-day delivery is standard for skips in Medway, and same-day is possible on most orders placed before 11am, subject to what slots remain that morning. Delivery windows are confirmed on the call and followed up by text the day before the skip arrives. If the skip is going on a public road, a council permit is required first, which typically adds around 5 working days before the skip can be placed. Skips sited on private land, such as a driveway or off-street parking area, are not affected by that wait. For tight deadlines, mention the date on the call and availability will be checked straight away.

Are weekend skip collections available in Medway?

Weekend skip collections in Medway are generally available on Saturdays, with Sunday options more limited and occasionally subject to a small surcharge. Saturday slots fill up quickly in busy weeks, particularly spring and summer when garden and renovation projects peak, so booking a week ahead is sensible for a guaranteed spot. Weekend deliveries follow the same pattern: Saturdays are routine, Sundays occasional. If the job timing is flexible, quoting the preferred weekend on the booking call lets the schedule be built around it. For bank holiday weekends, extra lead time is recommended, a phone call confirms current availability for the chosen postcode.

Do you hire RoRo (roll-on roll-off) skips in Medway?

Yes, RoRo (roll-on roll-off) skips are available in Medway in 20-yard, 30-yard and 40-yard sizes for larger projects. RoRo containers require a hardstanding access point (typically a building site, commercial yard or large driveway with hook-loader lorry access) and are delivered and collected separately from standard skips. They suit long-running construction sites, large house clearances and commercial waste streams. Call 0330 128 9107 for RoRo pricing and availability across Kent.

Skip Hire in Medway from £140

For skip hire in Medway, prices begin at £140 for a 4-yard skip. Delivery across Kent is usually next working day, with the full size range on hand for garden clearances, renovations and trade jobs. Call 0330 128 9107 and get an exact quote without filling in any online form. A skip permit from Medway Council costs £73 for 14 days if the skip sits on a public road.

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Skip sizes available in Medway

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2 Yard Skip·mini skip

From £60–£190

A mini skip, best for small garden clearances, DIY offcuts and one-room tidy-ups.
Holds roughly 20-30 bin bags or around 1-1.5 tonnes of mixed waste

4 Yard Skip·midi skip

From £140–£234

A midi skip, best for garden tidies, bathroom rip-outs and small renovation jobs.
Holds roughly 30-40 bin bags or around 2 tonnes of mixed waste

6 Yard Skip·builders skip

From £180–£288

The UK standard builders skip, best for kitchen renovations and small building jobs.
Holds roughly 50-60 bin bags or around 2.5-3 tonnes of mixed waste

8 Yard Skip illustration, large builders skip

8 Yard Skip·large builders skip

From £250–£324

A large builders skip, best for full home renovations and heavier construction waste.
Holds roughly 60-80 bin bags or around 3-4 tonnes of mixed waste

10 Yard Skip·maxi skip

From £350–£366

A maxi skip, best for house clearances and light commercial projects. Sized for bulky low-weight waste; not for soil or rubble.
Holds roughly 80-100 bin bags or around 4-5 tonnes of light waste

12 Yard Skip illustration, large maxi skip

12 Yard Skip·large maxi skip

From £402–£426

A large maxi skip, best for full house strip-outs and bulky low-weight waste. Not suitable for soil or rubble due to weight limits.
Holds roughly 100-120 bin bags or around 5-6 tonnes of light waste

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Booking a skip anywhere in Kent starts with one short call. The conversation covers size, delivery, permit status and total price; you'll have a firm quote in under two minutes. No online forms, no chase-ups, no deposit.

Areas we cover in South East

Skip hire in Medway covers the ME1–ME8 postcode range, spanning Chatham, Rochester, Gillingham, Strood and Rainham under Medway Council's unitary authority. Housing stock includes Georgian terraces in Rochester (ME1), Victorian terraces across Chatham and Gillingham (ME4/ME7), post-war estates at Walderslade and Lordswood, and new-build apartments at Chatham Waters. Inner Chatham and Gillingham terrace streets often have no driveway access, making wait-and-load a practical alternative that can be arranged when you call 0330 128 9107. Rochester's medieval high street and castle precinct carry stricter permit conditions on skip placement, confirmed at booking. Medway Council processes road permits on its standard timeframe, with compliance paperwork handled automatically at booking.

What are Medway Council's road permit rules?

If the skip will stand on a public road, pavement or grass verge in Medway, a council permit is required. The cost is £73 for 14 days, and you need to allow at least 3 working days for the application. Skips on driveways or other private land do not require one. We handle the application when you book.

Apply for a skip permit in Medway (Medway Council) ↗Medway Council skip permit fees (official source) ↗

Medway Council needs at least 3 working days to process a road permit application.
Skips must not be filled above the top edge or the driver may decline to collect.
Cones and night lighting are often a permit requirement; confirm the details when you book.
Hire periods run 7 to 14 days; a renewal costs the standard renewal rate.

CouncilMedway Council

Permit fee£73

Notice period3 working days

Duration14 days

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Skip hire options in Medway

Residential skip hire

Domestic skips across Kent: suited to house clearances, garden projects, DIY renovations and loft tidies. Priced from £140 for a 4-yard delivery. Most homes opt for a 4 or 6-yard skip, and a driveway placement means no permit is needed, with delivery often same-day when booked before 11am.

Commercial skip hire

Priced from £250 for an 8-yard skip. Account customers across South East can set up scheduled deliveries and collections to fit their operational routines. This covers offices, shops, restaurants and light industrial sites. Eight and 12-yard skips are the standard commercial choice, with RoRo for larger outputs.

Builders skips

Most construction sites in Medway run on 8 or 12-yard skips, taking soil, rubble, hardcore, bricks and plasterboard. Priced from £402 for a 12-yard skip. For larger jobs or ongoing clearances, RoRo containers from 20 to 40 yards are available. Drop-door loading can be arranged.

Wait-and-load

Wait-and-load suits Medway locations where a static skip won't work: no driveway, no viable permit, no room on the road. The lorry waits while you load, then takes the waste away in the same visit.

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A short call is all it takes to book a skip in Medway. Size, delivery date and total price sorted straight away, no forms needed.

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Call for a no-obligation quote

A short call is all it takes to book a skip in Medway. Size, delivery date and total price sorted straight away, no forms needed.

0330 128 9107

How skip hire works across Kent

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Step 01

Pick the right skip size

Describe the work when you call and we'll match you to the right size. Across South East: 4-yard for small jobs, 6-8-yard for home refits, 12-yard or RoRo for construction.

Step 02

Agree a delivery date

Choose a delivery and collection window that suits the job. Same-day slots are often available in Medway; next-day is the standard lead time.

Step 03

Get a straight quote

A single price is confirmed before your skip arrives in Medway, covering delivery, collection, the hire period and any applicable permit fee.

Step 04

Confirm over the phone

One call confirms the booking. Delivery logistics and any permit needs are sorted at the same time, leaving nothing outstanding.

Step 05

Use the skip

During the hire period, load the skip as the job progresses. Standard hire runs 7 to 14 days, and extensions are available should the work overrun.

Step 06

Call for collection

Just call when the skip is ready to go. We normally collect from Medway within 24 hours, depending on the daily schedule.

What to know before booking skip hire across South East

Renovation projects, garden and house clearances, and trade or construction work make up the majority of skip hire jobs across South East. Matching the right skip to the job depends on waste type, site access, and how long the skip will be on site. Permits for skips on public roads are arranged for you when you book; skips sitting on private driveways do not need one. Check the size guide on this page or call for a quote in 90 seconds.

Skip sizes and prices in Medway

A skip on a residential street in Medway

Skip hire in Medway, what you get

Local coverage

Kent skip hire is managed locally, with drivers, depots and transfer stations all in the area. That keeps delivery slots short and every stage of waste handling easy to account for.

Typical delivery windows

Skips in Kent are typically delivered next day. Same-day delivery is possible on most days for bookings made before 11am, depending on route availability.

Transparent pricing

All-in quotes are given by phone: delivery, hire, collection and VAT all included. If Medway Council requires a permit for a public road placement, that fee is listed on its own line.

Range of skip sizes

Six skip sizes from 2-yard to 12-yard cover the majority of domestic and trade jobs. RoRo containers from 20 to 40-yard, plus drop-door and lockable variants, are available for specialist requirements.

Licensed waste handling

Waste carrier licences are valid across England and a waste transfer note is issued for every Medway booking. Collected waste goes to a licensed transfer station in Kent for sorting and recycling.

Permits arranged for you

Medway Council road permits are arranged on your behalf at the time of booking. No permit is needed for skips on private driveways or off-street parking in Medway.

Insurance as standard

All bookings in Medway are backed by public liability insurance of at least £1m. A waste transfer note covering your duty of care is issued automatically when you book.

How is skip waste handled in Kent?

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Sorting at a licensed transfer station

From Medway, skip loads are taken to a licensed waste transfer station. The contents are tipped and sorted by material type, with wood, metal, hardcore, plasterboard and clean plastics all separated from mixed residue.

Compliance with waste regulations

Duty-of-care compliance starts at the point of booking. A waste transfer note is issued automatically for every skip hire order, and our carrier licence is registered with the Environment Agency as required under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.

Recycling and landfill

Across Kent, skip waste is separated by material type and routed onward: metal to smelters, wood to biomass, hardcore for aggregate re-use. Only genuine residue reaches landfill. Nationally, around 90% of skip waste is recycled or recovered (WRAP UK, 2023).

Waste from Medway being sorted at a licensed transfer station

≈90%

of UK skip waste is recycled or recovered, according to industry data*

*WRAP UK, 2023.

Waste collected from Medway being processed at a recycling transfer station

How much skip waste in Medway is recycled or recovered?

Once a skip leaves Medway, the waste is received at a licensed transfer station and sorted by material type. Recoverable loads, including metal, wood and clean plastics, are passed to UK specialist recyclers. Only residue with no recovery value reaches landfill. Hire periods are 7 to 14 days.

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Skip placed on a residential street in Medway

Skip hire projects from around South East

Jobs across South East range from small household clearances (2-4-yard mini and midi skips) through to multi-week construction sites (12-yard and RoRo 20 to 40-yard). Residential work leans on 4 and 6-yard skips; commercial and trade work leans on 8-yard and larger in Medway.