Skip hire in
Hertford
3 firms listed · 1 verified trading · postcodes SG13–SG14 · Hertfordshire
Skip hire companies in Hertford
J Bridgeman & Son Skip HireLicensed carrier
Transfer Station, Mead Lane, Hertford, SG13 7AA
J Bridgeman & Son Skip Hire is a skip hire company serving Hertford. Registered waste carrier (licence CBDU273688). Trading as a registered company since 2017.
UK Skip Hire Hertford
Hertford, SG14 1TZ
D J Head Grab Services & Groundwork
Cole Green Works, Hertford, SG14 2NL
Skip hire prices in Hertford
| Skip size | Capacity | Typical price in Hertford |
|---|---|---|
| Mini skip | 2–3 yd³ | £85 – £170 |
| Midi skip | 4–5 yd³ | £120 – £250 |
| Builder's skip | 6–8 yd³ | £180 – £330 |
| Large skip | 10–12 yd³ | £280 – £470 |
Typical prices paid in the South East, including delivery, collection, disposal and VAT. A council permit (£15–£60) applies if the skip sits on a public road. Last reviewed July 2026 — see the full price guide.
Cheap skip hire in Hertford 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.
Skip sizes in Hertford
Mini skip hire in Hertford (2–3 yards)
£85–£170. 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 Hertford (midi)
£120–£250. A domestic favourite; some Hertford 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 Hertford
£180–£330. 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 Hertford (large)
£280–£470. 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 Hertford
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.
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Hiring a skip in Hertford: what to know
Prices in Hertford 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 Hertford?
Typical prices in Hertford (the South East): mini skip £85–£170, midi £120–£250, builder's skip £180–£330, large £280–£470, including delivery, collection and VAT. Compare two or three local quotes — prices vary between firms.
Do I need a permit for a skip in Hertford?
Only if the skip sits on a public road or pavement — the council charges a permit fee (typically £15–£60), which your skip company will normally arrange. On a private driveway no permit is needed.
Who delivers skips in Hertford?
3 skip hire companies are listed for Hertford, 1 verified as currently trading. Local independents are often cheaper than national brokers because there's no middleman fee.
What size skip do I need in Hertford?
A 4 yard midi skip (£120–£250 in Hertford) covers a bathroom or small clearout; a 6–8 yard builder's skip (£180–£330) covers a full room, kitchen rip-out or garden job; a 12 yard skip (£280–£470) suits house clearances and light bulky waste. Bigger 14–40 yard roll-on roll-off skips are quoted per job.