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Skip Hire in Swansea

Do you require a skip and want to compare prices to get the best deal available for you within Swansea? Then you've arrived at the right place and can compare and contrast quotations from up to 4 skip hire companies in Swansea.

Skips are often necessary for removing waste for both household and commercial reasons. Any kind of renovation or construction will leave mess, regardless of whether it's bricks, wooden beams old furniture. This is when a skip hire comes in handy as the waste materials will be taken away with absolutely no hassle.

In regards to choosing a skip there are a few sizes to choose between based upon your requirements. When the skip has been filled you'll be able to contact the company to have the waste taken away and then have the skip returned if necessary.

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

Average Skip hire cost in Swansea

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.

Average price per Skip hire job in 2026

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

Skip hire installation cost in Swansea 2026

Labour cost £64
Waste removal £256

Skip hire searches in July 2026

Skip hire Projects in Swansea in June 2026

5,427

Requests for quotations in Swansea in June 2026

20

Requests for Skip hire quotations in Swansea in June 2026. -50% change from May 2026.

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Requests for Skip hire quotations in West Glamorgan in June 2026. 0% change from May 2026.

We noted 5,427 requests for property quotations within Swansea. Of these quotation requests the number of skip hire quotes within Swansea was 20. Quotatis would have been able to match these customers with as many as 4 suitable fitters who were available for work within Swansea at that time. Ask for a free home survey from reputable companies within Swansea.

Source: Numbers calculated based on the search volumes in major search engines

Skip hire searches in cities and towns near Swansea June 2026

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Requests for quotations in Swansea in June 2026

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Requests for quotations in Port Talbot in June 2026

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Swansea

Swansea is a coastal city at the south west of Wales, holding a populace close to 239,000. This makes it the second most populous city in the nation, behind the capital. As a major city in Wales, Swansea's house prices are likely to be higher than average in comparison to the rest of the country, consequently it's imperative to keep this value by utilising vetted contractors for all of your home improvement work.

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09 Apr

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: CATHERINE R

Start Date: Immediate

Skip hire,in***s mini sofa carpet 24 black bags and other household waste with mattress double

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23 Mar

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Corey H

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Kitchen ripout, general waste

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21 Mar

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA9

Enquiry from: Phoenix W

Start Date: Immediate

Skip hire for general waste, including cardboard, old toys, wood, metal, etc. from emptying a house prior to refurbishment.

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03 Mar

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA6

Enquiry from: Dave C

Start Date: Immediate

Building rubble (inc plasterboard off cuts approx 10kg) timber and general household clearance

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17 Jan

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA6

Enquiry from: Elaine N

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Clearing of stockroom, not massive amount of stuff. Wall mounted panels...2ft x 4ft quantity 6./7 2 broken lights, empty boxes, general clear up

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12 Nov

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA1

Enquiry from: David N

Start Date: Immediate

small4 or5 yard skip for household rubbish off road are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) what size skip do you require: small skip location: on driveway how long do you require the ski...

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08 Oct

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Pauline H

Start Date: Immediate

Hire of a general w*** skip. It will be parked on a driveway

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27 Sep

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA8

Enquiry from: Sian J

Start Date: Immediate

Stripping back the garden.

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27 Sep

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA9

Enquiry from: Leli K

Start Date: Immediate

General clear out of home and garden getting rid of unused items from my home

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20 Aug

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA3

Enquiry from: Tony E

Start Date: Immediate

mini skip for about two weeks 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: more than 1 week

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18 Aug

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Rae E

Start Date: Immediate

Garden shed to be dismantled with some of its contents A small skip I think would be sufficient How much notice is required to have the skip delivered and taken away please

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05 Aug

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA6

Enquiry from: Steven W

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small bathroom renovation (toilet, sink, some flooring), some household waste and garden items i'd say equalling about 10-20 black bags worth of junk are you the property owner: owner of the property ...

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28 Jul

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA8

Enquiry from: Sharon D

Start Date: Immediate

I need prices of skip hire for a day or so

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24 Jul

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Matt S

Start Date: Immediate

3-4 yard skip to dispose of old wooded shed and some contets empty painttins scrap wood and metal

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12 Jul

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Lorraine P

Start Date: Immediate

I am clearing a shed so have a mixture of wood, plastic, metal. I am not sure if old petrol lawn mower can go in it, plus i have an old rug.

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26 Jun

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA5

Enquiry from: Ben J

Start Date: Immediate

8 yard skip needed for mix dirt

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19 May

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Chris Y

Start Date: Immediate

At the end of a renovation and need a skip for Gerald waste , rubble etc

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13 May

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Greg H

Start Date: Immediate

House clearance house hold waste

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11 May

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Neil B

Start Date: Immediate

Hi I'm after a price for a builders skip with door if possible it will be off road on my drive easy access

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02 May

Waste | Skip Hire

Swansea - SA1

Enquiry from: Michael S

Start Date: Immediate

Please can I request prices for an enclosed skip/waste handling service for our civil engineering concrete lab…….We are in need of a closed top skip (closed top: To prevent it filling with water...

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FAQs

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.

How much is it to hire a skip?

If you’re considering a house move, garden work or building project, one of the most common questions that comes to mind is, how much it would cost to hire a skip?

It is widely known that a skip represents one of the best and most affordable ways to get rid of your unwanted rubbish or waste. However, the determination of the cost of a skip hire depends on a number of factors such as your location, the size of the required skip, the skip hire duration as well as the requirement or otherwise of a skip hire permit.

The most significant determinant of a skip hire cost is the size required. The most common skip sizes are 4 and 8 cubic yard and as expected, the larger skips come at more expensive prices than the smaller ones. This is due to the fact that it can contain a larger amount of unwanted waste or rubbish. Generally, the skip hire price includes the delivery, collection and disposal of the waste. The more the waste, the larger the size of skip to be hired, which means a lot more expenses to be made.

Another factor that determines the cost of a skip hire is the duration. The standard duration of a skip hire is 2 weeks (14 days), however, this period can be extended for just a small amount so far a due notice is provided. Location is also another great determinant and that works considering the number of other skip hire companies in the area.

Overall, a small sized skip costs within the range of £90 to £130 per week, whereas a large sized skip of up to 12 yards for the same amount of time jumps up considerably to a range of £250 to £440. 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.

How much is a mini skip?

Are you about to do a small clean or clear out of your home or garden? Or perhaps you’re just interested in hiring a mini skip for other reasons. One thing you might just be worried about is the cost of hiring one. This is very common as there are tight controls over modern waste disposal methods and knowing the cost of a mini skip hire is definitely a step in the right direction. The small skips are best suited to domestic projects such as house or garden cleans or clearances where only a little waste is generated. And as such, knowing the sort of waste you need to be disposed, the mini skip can be very efficient and great value for money. They represent an affordable option to get rid of both waste and rubbish in or around the house. A mini skip can also be utilized as secondary skip for waste or rubbish that needs separate disposal from the other wastes like a plasterboard.

The mini skip hire cost can be very affordable depending on what you need to be disposed. Generally, with a well sorted waste, a mini bin can costs within the range of £150 to £200. Even more so with green waste as these are the most environmentally friendly waste or rubbish to dispose.

However, on the other hand, wastes that are harmful or hazardous to the environment like asbestos requires a special treatment and as such, are generally more expensive to have disposed. By going the extra mile to hire a professionally supplied mini skip, you can be rest assured that your waste will be properly taken care of and constitute no harm to both persons and the environment at large. To avoid spending much more than needed, try to figure out if your rubbish or waste is small enough for a mini skip before hire. Click here to learn more about skip prices.

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