At Martin Skip Hire, we recognise how important it is to get cheap skip hire without the fuss you get from some skip hire businesses. That’s why we offer a stress-free solution, our skips are ready to be delivered either same day or next day in Northampton.
Whether you’re clearing out a shed in Abington, renovating a house in Weston Favell, or carrying out construction in West Hunsbury, we can typically get a skip out to you within 24 hours or less. If you need urgent skip hire, it’s always best to call us in the morning to arrange a suitable delivery slot.
Choosing the right skip size can save you time and money. Whether you’re clearing out a property in Abington, renovating a home in Duston or managing commercial waste in Northampton town centre, we offer a range of skip sizes suitable for projects of all sizes.
If you’re unsure which skip you need, our team can help you choose the right option based on the amount and type of waste you need to remove.
| Skip Size | Typical Use | Average Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Yard Skip | Small clear-outs, garden waste | £180 – £240 |
| 6 Yard Skip | Household waste, kitchen or bathroom projects | £240 – £320 |
| 8 Yard Skip | Builders waste, renovations, bulky items | £320 – £380 |
| 12 Yard Skip | Large clearances and commercial waste | £420 – £520 |
Skip hire prices in Northampton can vary depending on the exact location, waste type, access and whether a roadside permit is required. Contact our team for an accurate local quote.
We don’t just deliver skip hire in Northampton town centre. Our team regularly deliver to nearby areas such as Wootton, Upton, and Great Billing. If you’re outside of the centre but within reach, we can usually get a skip out to you fast. Just confirm your postcode with us and we’ll sort it.
We understand that every project is different which is why we have availability for skips of all sizes to both commercial and domestic customers in Northampton. We have 2 Yard Skips prepared today, a 2-yard skip can hold about 20 bin bags worth of waste. This is the smallest skip that we would offer to both commercial & domestic customers.
We also 4-yard mini skip hire in Northampton. Our mini skips are suitable for small home clear-outs, garden waste and more. If you’re planning on hiring a 4-yard skip in Northampton, you can easily book online, or call us directly to hire.
An 8 Yard Skip is commonly known as a large builders skip. This is the largest of our skips which would be prepared to be placed on the road in Northampton with a permit from the local council. Our 8-yard builders skips are perfect for larger home renovations or clear-outs. To book and 8-yard skip, call us directly or order online.
If you’re planning on hiring an 8-yard builders’ skip in Northampton, we can deliver it quickly. This skip size is well suited for hardcore materials like rubble, bricks and soil, but they’re also great for bulky furniture, wood and packaging waste. We often see customers use this skip size for kitchen removals, roofing jobs and full garden makeovers.
You can order our skips for up to 2 weeks. Although if you want them for an extended or shortened period of time, please do let us know over the phone so we can make arrangements. Call us on 01604 974 887 to discuss!
The biggest skip we offer to our residential customers is a 16 yard skip which can contain around 160 bin bags of waste. The biggest skip we offer to commercial clients is 40 yards and is regarded as a RORO Roll on, Roll off skip.
These skips are priced differently to domestic skips as they are charged for haulage + tonnage. This means you’re charged for the transport and the weight of the materials within the skip. Call us on 01604 974 887 for more info.
There are some items that are prohibited from being placed in a skip due to the Environmental Act and hazardous waste regulations. There are certain items that can become very harmful if placed in a skip, these include:
If you’re unsure about what you can and can’t put in a skip, it’s best to call us directly. Our team can advise you before booking to ensure your waste is disposed of safely and compliantly.
Northampton is a large market town, civil parishnon-metropolitan district and the county town of Northamptonshire in the East Midlands region of England. It lies on the River Nene, 60 miles (97 km) north-west of London and 50 miles (80 km) south-east of Birmingham. It’s one of the largest towns (as opposed to cities) in England, it had a population of 212,100 at the 2011 census (223,000 est. 2019).
We provide skip hire services across Northampton and surrounding areas, including Duston, Kingsthorpe, Abington, Weston Favell, Billing, Upton, Wootton and nearby villages. Whether you need a skip for a home renovation, garden clearance or commercial project, we can arrange reliable delivery and collection throughout the local area.
Our skips are suitable for both domestic and commercial waste, with flexible hire periods available to suit projects of all sizes.
If you’re thinking about having your skip dropped onto the road or into a parking bay. You will require a permit from your local council. These are an additional charge to your skip hire but fluctuate in price from council to council.
They usually take 3-5 working days to obtain from the council though in some cases it can take a lot longer. In terms of how long you have one for, it can be from 1 day up to a month and can be reissued depending on how long you need them.
They’re very flexible and as long as you don’t need the skip in a rush is a great way to get your skip delivered wherever you want it!
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The price to hire a skip varies depending on the type of rubbish going into the skip and the size of the skip you require. As a rule of thumb, you should expect to pay from £100 up to about £350 for a residential skip in most cases.
Depending on the size of the job your undertaking will determine the size of the skip you require. A general rule of thumb is to divide the number of bin bags of waste you’ll generate by ten. For example, if you think you’ll generate 60 bin bags of waste you will require a 6-yard skip.
Items which are safe to place in a skip are household items such as wood, tiles, plaster, furniture, paper, cardboard, garden waste and fabrics. You can also place heavy materials such as bricks, rubble, concrete, stones, metal, pottery and clays.
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