Skip hire in
Lowestoft
3 firms listed · 2 verified trading · postcodes NR32–NR33 · Suffolk
Skip hire companies in Lowestoft
C R Hales LtdLicensed carrier
Wood Barn Farm, Lowestoft, NR33 8HD
C R Hales Ltd is a skip hire company serving Lowestoft and the wider Suffolk area. Registered waste carrier (licence CBDU90912). Trading as a registered company since 1991.
Harvey Skip Hire LowestoftVerified 2026
Lowestoft, NR32 1QA
Lowestoftskips.com
Unit 20 Harbour Road Industrial Estate, Lowestoft, NR32 3LZ
Skip hire prices in Lowestoft
| Skip size | Capacity | Typical price in Lowestoft |
|---|---|---|
| Mini skip | 2–3 yd³ | £75 – £150 |
| Midi skip | 4–5 yd³ | £110 – £220 |
| Builder's skip | 6–8 yd³ | £160 – £300 |
| Large skip | 10–12 yd³ | £250 – £430 |
Typical prices paid in the East of England, 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 Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft
Mini skip hire in Lowestoft (2–3 yards)
£75–£150. 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 Lowestoft (midi)
£110–£220. A domestic favourite; some Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft
£160–£300. 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 Lowestoft (large)
£250–£430. 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 Lowestoft
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 Lowestoft: what to know
Prices in Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft?
Typical prices in Lowestoft (the East of England): mini skip £75–£150, midi £110–£220, builder's skip £160–£300, large £250–£430, including delivery, collection and VAT. Compare two or three local quotes — prices vary between firms.
Do I need a permit for a skip in Lowestoft?
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 Lowestoft?
3 skip hire companies are listed for Lowestoft, 2 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 Lowestoft?
A 4 yard midi skip (£110–£220 in Lowestoft) covers a bathroom or small clearout; a 6–8 yard builder's skip (£160–£300) covers a full room, kitchen rip-out or garden job; a 12 yard skip (£250–£430) suits house clearances and light bulky waste. Bigger 14–40 yard roll-on roll-off skips are quoted per job.