How Long Can You Keep a Skip?

When you’re comparing skip hire prices, it’s easy to look at the number at the bottom and assume you’re comparing like-for-like.

But there’s another question worth asking:

How long do I actually get the skip for?

At Lostock Skip Hire, our standard hire period is 15 days.

That gives you just over two weeks to get the job done without feeling like you need to fill the skip the moment it arrives.

Because whether you’re clearing a house, renovating a bathroom or finally tackling the garden, things don’t always go exactly to plan.

Why 15 Days?

We think it gives most customers a sensible amount of time.

A skip isn’t always filled in a weekend.

You might be working on the house in the evenings. The builder might be coming back next week. The weather might put the garden clearance on hold. Or you might simply discover there’s more to clear than you expected.

Having 15 days included as standard gives you some breathing room.

There’s no need to rush just because there’s a skip sitting on your driveway.

What If I Finish Earlier?

Even better.

You don’t have to keep your skip for the full 15 days.

If you’ve finished your job and the skip is ready to go, simply arrange your collection and we’ll come and take it away.

That could be after a couple of days, a week or towards the end of your hire period.

The 15 days are there if you need them.

What If I Need Longer?

If your project is taking longer than expected, don’t just assume you can keep the skip indefinitely.

Get in touch with the Lostock team.

We’ll explain your options and let you know what’s possible.

The important thing is to speak to us rather than letting the hire period expire without making arrangements.

What If My Skip Is Full Before I’ve Finished?

Sometimes the opposite happens.

You think you’ve ordered enough space and then discover there’s another room, another pile of rubble or another part of the garden still to tackle.

If your skip is full, we can arrange a skip exchange so you can keep the job moving.

And remember: don’t be tempted to keep piling waste above the top of the skip.

An overloaded skip may not be safe or legal for us to transport.

If you’ve only got a little extra waste left, Lostock Load & Go may also be worth considering rather than ordering another full skip.

You point. We load. We take it away.

What About Skips On The Road?

If your skip needs to be placed on a public highway rather than private property, you’ll normally need a skip permit from the local authority.

Permits have their own timescales and conditions, so this needs to be considered alongside your skip hire period.

Lostock can help arrange the necessary permit, so if you’re unsure whether you need one, speak to us before booking.

Think About Time As Well As Size

Most people understandably spend their time deciding what size skip they need.

That’s important.

But the hire period matters too.

Before booking, think about how you’re actually going to use the skip.

Are you clearing everything in one weekend?

Will you be filling it gradually?

Are you relying on tradespeople finishing different parts of a project?

Could bad weather delay the work?

A little planning beforehand can make the whole job much easier.

Don’t Let The Skip Dictate The Job

Hiring a skip should make clearing waste easier, not give you another deadline to worry about.

That’s why Lostock skip hire includes 15 days as standard.

Use all 15 days if you need them.

Finish early and we’ll collect it.

Fill it and need another? We can arrange an exchange.

Not sure what you need? Ask us.

We’ll help you work out the most sensible option for the job.

15 days. No unnecessary rush.

Your waste. Our responsibility.