The next type of maxi skip available in the UK is the 14 yard maxi skip. Excellent for getting rid of considerable amounts of waste, these skips are very popular for commercial uses. Disposing of large amounts of construction waste as well as bulky and heavy items.
There are plenty of factors that influence the price of hiring skips including, location, permit and more. But the standard price of 14 yard skips ranges from £600. For more accurate pricing, make sure to ask for quotes from the skip hire companies around your area.
14 Yard Skip Size
14 yard skips are excellent for getting of considerable amounts of waste. They can hold a maximum of 145 black bin bags of unwanted trash. A 14 yard maxi skip measures 13 feet long x 6.5 feet wide x 6.5 feet high (3.96m x 1.98m x 1.98m). But some companies offer a 14 yard skip with different dimensions.
Prohibited Items You Cannot Put In The Skip
Skips can accommodate most types of garden waste, domestic waste and all sorts of waste that are commonly seen in households and the streets. However, their are some prohibited materials that are not allowed to be thrown in any skip. These items include fluorescent bulbs, hazardous waste, chemicals, electrical items, batteries, asbestos, paint and gas cylinders.
Jobs Suitable for 14 Yard Skips
14 yard skips are the ideal option for getting rid of heavy materials and bulky items commonly produced by construction operations. They can also be used for various domestic applications, especially home renovations.
Council Permit Required for Hiring a 14 Yard Skip
The regular price of a council permit ranges from £15 to £60 pounds depending on the council. A skip hire permit is only needed when the skip is going to be placed on a council owned land. If the skip is intended to be placed on private property, then a permit is not required.
If this size does not meet your requirements you may wish to upgrade to the 16 yard skip.