Question 1

How much does it cost to hire a skip in Dorset?

Accepted Answer

Skip hire prices in Dorset start from £306 inc VAT for a 4 yard general waste skip in Zone 1. A 6 yard costs £360, an 8 yard costs £420 and a 12 yard costs £582. Prices vary slightly across Zone 2 and Zone 3 postcodes. All prices include VAT, delivery and collection. Call 01202 247716 for a confirmed quote for your postcode.

Question 2

What is the cheapest skip size available in Dorset?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest skip we offer in Dorset is the 4 yard skip, starting from £306 inc VAT in Zone 1. This is suitable for small domestic clearances, garden waste and single room refurbishments. If you are unsure whether a 4 yard is large enough for your project, call 01202 247716 and we will advise.

Question 3

Are skip hire prices the same across all of Dorset?

Accepted Answer

No — we price skip hire across three zones based on delivery distance from our Wareham depot. Zone 1 covers BH1–BH23, DT1–4 and DT11 and has the lowest prices. Zone 2 covers BH24, BH31, DT5 and DT10. Zone 3 covers BH25, DT6 and DT9. Zone 2 and Zone 3 prices are slightly higher to reflect the additional delivery distance.

Question 4

Does the skip hire price include delivery and collection?

Accepted Answer

Yes — all skip hire prices published on this page include VAT, delivery to your address and collection when you are done. There are no booking fees or fuel surcharges. The only additional costs that may apply are for certain items such as tyres, mattresses or WEEE electrical items.

Question 5

What happens if I keep the skip longer than 14 days?

Accepted Answer

All skip hire bookings include a standard 14 day hire period. If you need the skip for longer, an extension charge of £30 per week applies. Call 01202 247716 before your 14 day period expires and we will arrange an extension. Skips are not automatically collected at 14 days without prior arrangement.

Question 6

Are there any extra charges I should know about?

Accepted Answer

Our skip hire prices cover general waste as standard. Additional charges apply for certain items including tyres (from £14.40 each), mattresses (£30–£36), fridge freezers (£36), gas bottles (£48), WEEE electrical items (from £12) and plasterboard found in a general skip (£180 cleaning fee plus £144 per tonne). A wasted journey charge applies if the skip cannot be placed on arrival. Call 01202 247716 if you have any questions about specific items before booking.