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Do you need a skip and wish to compare costs to get the best deal available for you in Kilmacolm? Then you've come to the right place and can easily contrast quotes from as many as 4 skip hire firms within Kilmacolm.

Skips are often essential for removing waste for both domestic and commercial reasons. Any type of renovation or construction will leave mess, regardless of whether it's bricks, wooden beams old furniture. That's where a skip hire is useful as the waste materials will be taken away with no hassle.

When it comes to getting a skip there are a few sizes to choose between according to your requirements. When the skip has been filled you can get in touch with the company to have the waste removed and then have the skip returned if needed.

If you require a skip, whether it's for a household or commercial reason, then make sure to contrast around 4 quotes from vetted and reputable companies in the area.

Average Skip hire cost in Kilmacolm

The average cost of Skip hire is £320. Costs alter based upon the materials and the firm chosen. The upper price range can be as high as £368.

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Prices based on actual Skip hire costs for Kilmacolm, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Skip hire installation cost in Kilmacolm 2025

Labour cost £64
Waste removal £256

Skip hire searches in April 2025

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We noted 103 requests for property quotes in Kilmacolm. Of these quote requests the number of skip hire quotations within Kilmacolm was 1. Quotatis would have been able to match these consumers with up to 4 suitable contractors who were available for work within Kilmacolm during that time. Ask for a free property survey from reputable companies in Kilmacolm.

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Kilmacolm

Kilmacolm is a town and civil parish in the Inverclyde council location, as well as the historic region of Renfrewshire in the west main Lowlands of Scotland. It lies on the northern incline of the Gryffe Valley, 7 1/2 miles (12.1 km) south-east of Greenock and around 15 miles (24 km) west of the city of Glasgow. The village has a population of around 4,000 and also is part of a wider civil parish which covers a large rural hinterland of 15,000 hectares (150 km2; 58 sq mi) consisting of within it the smaller negotiation of Quarrier's Village, originally established as a 19th-century household orphans' house. The location surrounding the town was cleared up in prehistoric times as well as became part of a feudal society with the parish separated between different estates for much of its background. The village itself stayed small, offering services to neighboring farm communities and serving as a religious center for the parish. The name of the town stems from the Scottish Gaelic Cill MoCholuim, indicating the dedication of its church to St Columba. The parish church was pointed out in a papal bull of 1225 revealing its subservience to Paisley Abbey, as well as it remains on the website of an old religious community dating to the 5th or sixth centuries. Again in the 13th century, Duchal Castle was created in the parish and is significant for being besieged by King James IV of Scotland in 1489, complying with the resident Lyle household's assistance of an insurrection against him. Feuding between the worthy families of Kilmacolm was prevalent between Ages, and in the 16th as well as 17th centuries, the parish again came to the focus of the Crown for offering assistance to forbidden spiritual Covenanters. The character of the village altered dramatically in the Victorian age, with the arrival of the railway in Kilmacolm in 1869. Much of Kilmacolm's modern-day structures were constructed in between this day and the episode of World War I. The introduction of such transportation web links allowed the town to increase as an upscale dorm room village serving the neighboring city centres of Glasgow, Paisley and Greenock. The economic situation of the town reflected this population adjustment, moving away from its typical reliance on agriculture to providing tertiary market services to residents as well as site visitors.

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Waste Management Systems Ltd t/a HIPPO

61 review(s)
Based: in Portsmouth, PO6 3EN

HIPPO’s mission is to be the UK’s leading rubbish clearance provider, delivering outstanding service, relied on and trusted by customers to put the environment at the forefront of what we do.

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NENCHO Z., SE2
5

Waste | Skip Hire in London

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Simple Skip

226 review(s)
Based: in Norwich, NR10 3JU

Why Use Us Need a skip but don’t want to ring around or pay too much? Use our simple service to get the size and type of skip you need, when and where you need it. We’ll find you a range of prices so you can compare them and get the best deal....

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Fiona R., CW1
5

Waste | Skip Hire in Crewe

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Similar Customer Enquiries for Skip hire in Kilmacolm

11 Jan

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: James M

Start Date: Immediate

Household goods old stuff.

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19 Sep

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: Gordon E

Start Date: Immediate

i need a 4 cub yard skip for one week are you the property owner: owner of the property what size skip do you require: medium skip location: on road how long do you require the skip for: less than 1 ...

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31 Aug

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: Lisbeth R

Start Date: Immediate

6 yard skip hire for household waste are you the property owner: relative of owner what size skip do you require: medium skip location: other how long do you require the skip for: 2-3 days please ca...

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23 Aug

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: Robert G

Start Date: Immediate

General clear out of household rubbish including furniture

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03 Aug

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: Evelyn C

Start Date: Immediate

disposal of garden waste and general rubbish

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21 May

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: Ronnie M

Start Date: Immediate

2/3yd. build/garden waste are you the property owner: owner of the property what size skip do you require: small skip location: on driveway how long do you require the skip for: 2-3 days please call ...

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14 Jun

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: Alex B

Start Date: Immediate

Skip to clear out a garage 28th June for 5 days

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25 Jun

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: Heather G

Start Date: Less than one month

Some general waste has accumulated including windows, garden toys, plastic pipes etc Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What size skip do you require: Large Skip location: On Driveway H...

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08 Aug

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: Bob J

Start Date: Immediate

Mini skip for rubble disposal Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What size skip do you require: Medium Skip location: On Driveway How long do you require the skip for: 1 week Time scale...

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02 May

Waste | Skip Hire

Kilmacolm - PA13

Enquiry from: David D

Start Date: Less than one month

Hi, I require an 8yard skip for approx 7 days from the 4th May 2017. This will be for garden waste (small amount of slabs, bricks, and general garden waste) as well as household waste (matress, some w...

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FAQs

How much does a skip cost?

This is definitely one of the questions that first comes to mind when considering to acquire a skip for either residential or commercial waste disposal purposes. The cost of a skip is dependent on so many factors but the most significant determinants would be the volume of the waste and type/size of the skip you require.

Once you are able to identify the most suitable skip size for the volume of waste or rubbish for disposal at your premises, estimating the cost would be a lot easier. Here, we’ll give you an insight into skip sizes and the amount of waste each skip type can hold at a go.

Skip Types

• Mini Skip

This is also referred to as a 4 yard skip which is the smallest and has the capacity to hold within a range of 40 and 45 average sized waste bags. It normally costs between £90 to £130 for a week’s hire.

• Medium Skip

The 8 yard skip is the most common and has the capacity to hold within a range of 80 to 90 average sized waste bags. It normally costs between £200 to £250 for a week’s hire.

• Large Skip

The 12 yard skip is the largest and has the capacity to hold within a range of 125 to 135 average sized waste bags. It normally costs between £250 to £340 for a week’s hire outside London. However, it can be a little bit more expensive in the capital - about £350 to £390 for the same amount of time.

It must, however, be taken into account that the cost of a skip also depends on other factors such as your location, the skip hire company, the volume of waste and lots more. Click here to learn more about skip prices.

How big is a 4 yard skip?

Generally, 4-yard skips are basically designed for small clean or clear out projects or residential use. If you want to carry out a small renovation task or to clear out your home, you simply can not ignore the disposal of your unwanted waste. You’ll save yourself some time, money and potential accidents by hiring a 4-yard skip that will do the job effectively. We are all aware how time consuming it is making several trips to the local waste disposal centre.

When talking about the size of a 4-yard skip, it runs beyond its capacity. Skips of small sizes can be easily accommodated in not too large spaces which can be in the garden or driveway which saves you the stress and money of having to acquire skip hire permits.

If you’d like to know the the size of a 4 yard skip in metres, we’ve got you fully covered for both imperial and metric! The answer is provided below:

Imperial - Width 4’3, Height 3’2

Metric - Width 1.29m, Height 0.972m

It is, however, important to take note that when hiring a skip the measurement might be a bit tricky. The ‘4 yard’ term implies the capacity of the skip and not the length. The actual length of a 4 yard skip is only 6 feet or 2 yards. As a result, before you hire a skip, there’s the need to be clear as to the measurement you’re looking for. Otherwise, you might end up hiring the wrong skip and having to get another. Not good for your pocket, right? Well, that’s why we’ve provided this answer to help you in the best possible way! Click here to learn more about skips.

What can you put in a skip?

A skip is a very convenient and great means of disposing the unwanted waste and rubbish in your home. When you kick start your home or garden clear out or clean, you’d discover you have a wide range of wastes to get rid of. However before the commencement of such a task, it is essential to understand that there are particular wastes that are not allowed to be put inside a skip for several reasons by the relevant authorities. There are a handful of regulations that determines what goes into a skip and what cannot. And somewhat interestingly, this may differ depending on the skip company you recruit.

With the presence of an array of skip hire companies in the market today, there are several that can allow almost all types of wastes in the skip. However, some of the most common wastes that can be placed inside a skip includes the following:

• Broken furniture pieces

• Plastics ( because they can be easily recycled)

• Solidified paints

• Furnishings and non electrical fittingd

• Uncontaminated soil

• Cardboard and plastic packaging items

• Metal

• Branches and leaves

• Bricks, wood and rubble

It is advisable to ask your skip hire company what you can put in the skip and what you’re not allowed to put in the skip before moving forward. The guidelines can vary from a company to the other and as a result, there is the need to conduct a proper consultation with a skip hire company to help erase or confirm the fears you might have about your unwanted waste or rubbish. This is to ensure the company selected perfectly matches your proper waste disposal needs. When you’re able to select a reliable skip hire company, all your unwanted waste disposal worries would be completely obliterated. Click here to learn more about skips.

Can you put paint in a skip?

There are a wide range of household rubbish and wastes you can put in a skip. But unfortunately though, paint cans and leftover paints isn’t one. Furthermore, not only is a liquid paint restricted from skips and landfills, but they are also banned by the council. Frustratingly, because it’s hazardous to the environment and blockages it can create in the pipe, pouring paint right down the drain is never an option as well. So what then is the best way to get rid of your leftover paint? Surprisingly, you have quite a number of options which we’ll share with you.

• Is the paint unused and unopen? For unopened paints, you can simply return them back to the seller either for an exchange or for a refund. Obviously, this will require a receipt and if unavailable, then you might want to consider the other options below.

• Is it just little paint leftover? Since it has been specifically banned from skips and it’s just a small amount of paint, you can get a bit creative with the disposal method. Simply get a cardboard or other papers, paint it with the remaining paint and dry it out. Once dried, you can then dispose the cardboard or paper alongside other permitted wastes in the skip.

• Is it a large amount of paint? For large amounts, you can contact some of your friends or family who might need it to get the paints off your hands. If you are unable to dispose any or all, there are online platforms like Freegle or Freecycle where there are people willing and ready to get leftover paints in large quantities.

• Is it unusable? If positive, then the giveaway option is completely neutralized. The best bet here is to leave your paint out to dry if it has gone past its usable days, then take it to a household waste recycling centre.

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