Skip hire in
Plymouth
4 firms listed · 3 verified trading · postcodes PL1–PL5
Skip hire companies in Plymouth
Plymouth Skip Hire LTDLicensed carrier
Plymouth, PL5 1HD
The Skip Hire DEV - Rental CompanyVerified 2026
Plymouth, PL1 1SP
UK Rent a SkipVerified 2026
Plymouth, PL1 2LE
Drakes Waste Removals
Plymouth, PL3 6HJ
Skip hire prices in Plymouth
| Skip size | Capacity | Typical price in Plymouth |
|---|---|---|
| Mini skip | 2–3 yd³ | £70 – £150 |
| Midi skip | 4–5 yd³ | £100 – £220 |
| Builder's skip | 6–8 yd³ | £150 – £300 |
| Large skip | 10–12 yd³ | £250 – £440 |
Typical prices paid in the UK, 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth
Mini skip hire in Plymouth (2–3 yards)
£70–£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 Plymouth (midi)
£100–£220. A domestic favourite; some Plymouth 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 Plymouth
£150–£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 Plymouth (large)
£250–£440. 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 Plymouth
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 Plymouth: what to know
Prices in Plymouth 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 Plymouth?
Typical prices in Plymouth (the UK): mini skip £70–£150, midi £100–£220, builder's skip £150–£300, large £250–£440, including delivery, collection and VAT. Compare two or three local quotes — prices vary between firms.
Do I need a permit for a skip in Plymouth?
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 Plymouth?
4 skip hire companies are listed for Plymouth, 3 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 Plymouth?
A 4 yard midi skip (£100–£220 in Plymouth) covers a bathroom or small clearout; a 6–8 yard builder's skip (£150–£300) covers a full room, kitchen rip-out or garden job; a 12 yard skip (£250–£440) suits house clearances and light bulky waste. Bigger 14–40 yard roll-on roll-off skips are quoted per job.