Skip hire in
Greenock
3 firms listed · postcodes PA15–PA16 · Renfrewshire
Skip hire companies in Greenock
PMT Skip Hire Greenock
Greenock, PA16 8RH
UK Skip Hire Greenock
Greenock, PA16 8PD
Ross & Fullerton Ltd
11 Ratho Street, Greenock, PA15 2BU
Ross & Fullerton Ltd is a skip hire company serving Greenock and the wider Renfrewshire area. Trading as a registered company since 1939.
Skip hire prices in Greenock
| Skip size | Capacity | Typical price in Greenock |
|---|---|---|
| Mini skip | 2–3 yd³ | £65–£155 |
| Midi skip | 4–5 yd³ | £105–£250 |
| Builder's skip | 6–8 yd³ | £175–£400 |
| Large skip | 10–12 yd³ | £240–£520 |
Typical prices paid in Scotland for a standard 1–2 week hire, including delivery, collection, disposal and VAT. Extras not included: council permits, overfilling, heavy or restricted waste (soil, plasterboard, mattresses, asbestos) and extended hire. A council permit (£15–£90) applies if the skip sits on a public road.Typical prices paid, not a quote from any listed firm — every supplier sets its own rates. Last reviewed August 2026 — see the full price guide.
Cheap skip hire in Greenock usually means a local independent, the right size skip first time, and keeping it off the road so no permit fee applies. Get two or three of the firms above to quote — like-for-like, same size, same hire length — or let them come to you.
Guides: UK skip hire price index — what each region pays
Skip sizes in Greenock
Mini skip hire in Greenock (2–3 yards)
£65–£155. Sometimes sold as a 2-tonne skip. Fits on most driveways and takes roughly 20–35 bin bags — right for a small bathroom refit or garden tidy. Full details on this size.
4 yard skip hire in Greenock (midi)
£105–£250. A domestic favourite; some Greenock firms list it as a 4-tonne or midi skip. Takes about 30–40 bin bags — a bathroom, small kitchen or decluttering a couple of rooms. Full details on this size.
6–8 yard builder's skip hire in Greenock
£175–£400. The standard builder's skip. Handles a full kitchen rip-out, a room renovation including some rubble, or serious garden landscaping. If in doubt between two sizes, take this one — a second skip costs far more than the next size up. Full details on this size.
10–12 yard skip hire in Greenock (large)
£240–£520. For house clearances and bulky-but-light waste (furniture, wood, packaging). Most firms won't take heavy rubble or soil in a 12 yard skip — weight limits apply. Full details on this size.
14–40 yard RoRo skip hire in Greenock
14, 16, 20 and 40 yard roll-on roll-off containers are for commercial sites and full strip-outs, priced per job. The larger firms listed above quote these on request — mention access and what's going in. Full RoRo guide.
By postcode district
Hiring a skip in Greenock: what to know
Prices in Greenock depend on skip size, hire length and where the skip will sit. A 4-yard midi covers a bathroom refit; a 6–8 yard builder's skip covers a full room or garden landscaping. If the skip goes on the road instead of a driveway, the council charges a permit fee — the skip firm normally arranges it. Check what's allowed in a skip before you book, then call two or three firms above for like-for-like quotes.
Common questions
How much does skip hire cost in Greenock?
Typical prices in Greenock (Scotland): mini skip £65–£155, midi £105–£250, builder's skip £175–£400, large £240–£520, including delivery, collection and VAT. Compare two or three local quotes — prices vary between firms.
Do I need a permit for a skip in Greenock?
Only if the skip sits on a public road or pavement. The council charges a permit fee, typically £15–£90. Your skip company will normally arrange it. On a private driveway no permit is needed.
Who delivers skips in Greenock?
3 skip hire companies are listed for Greenock. Local independents are often cheaper than national brokers because there's no middleman fee.
What size skip do I need in Greenock?
A 4 yard midi skip (£105–£250 in Greenock) covers a bathroom or small clearout; a 6–8 yard builder's skip (£175–£400) covers a full room, kitchen rip-out or garden job; a 12 yard skip (£240–£520) suits house clearances and light bulky waste. Bigger 14–40 yard roll-on roll-off skips are quoted per job.