subject: Hiring A Skip Online [print this page] Hiring A Skip Online
The age of the Internet has had a massive effect on almost all industries. All manner of services and products are now only a few clicks away all and accessible from the comfort of our own homes.
Due to the amount of space on the Internet competition is high, which is great for the consumer as you can very often find deals that you would never normally get.
Most skip hire companies will now have a website, or at the very list an email address in a an on-line directory such as Yell.com so finding one shouldn't be to difficult.
Now that search engines are including geographic searching, you can find many more results in your local area than you would by searching paper directories or driving around.
The beauty of the Internet is that you can "window shop" til your hearts content, if two companies have a web site you can very quickly see which is right for you, by comparing what they offer. Some will have the option to get a free no obligation quote...so why not?
9 times out of 10 once you've made you decision you will pick up the phone and organize your skip hire with a real person, however those of us who stay and fill out the on line form will no doubt receive either an email or a phone call any way.
Due to the nature of skip hire it can be very difficult to provide an exact set price. There are several key pieces of information you need to know:
How much waste needs removing?
What type of waste you are removing?
Where the skip will be placed
How long do you need the skip?
These are the vital facts that will determine the overall cost of hiring a skip. Always have this information ready and ensure the skip hire company is fully aware of your requirements, this will help them get you the best price and avoid any unwanted extra charges.
You need to very clear on what you are throwing in the skip. The usual general waste, soil, rubble, trees, branches etc are absolutely fine. If you are removing hazardous waste then you need to consult the skip hire company to find out what their policy on removing these more dangerous items is. Electrical units, Paint, Petrols, Oils, Gas Cylinders, Old Machinery and of course any high risk substances such as asbestos are not permitted in general skips by LAW, failure to comply with these laws can land you a rather nasty 5000 fine.
It's very important to be honest with the skip hire company from day one. Outline what your project involves, amount of waste, type of waste and if there will be any hazardous material. This will enable them to not only provide you with an accurate realistic quote, but give you the service you need whilst complying with the law.
One thing worth noting is depending on where you are planning on placing your skip, you may need a permit. A permit allows you to have the skip placed on the road in the event you cannot place it on private land such as a driveway. Permits are often arranged by the local council and skip hire company.
So in conclusion, yes you can hire a skip online, however at some point in the process I can still guarantee that there will be a phone call to double check availability or confirm a price.
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