It’s crazy how the year flies by. The days pass and turn into weeks. Weeks into months. before you know it, you still haven’t completed those jobs that you’ve been meaning to get to.
This time of the year we begin to make plans for the new year. People make all sorts of resolutions. One thing that should be top of the list is to clean up your home or property. It is a well known fact that a clean and organised area can affect the rest of your life. Like having any clean workspace, every other job is easier when things are clean and organised.
Below is a list of skip bin hire tips to consider to get the most out of your bin hire, to make your 2023 clean-up easy and affordable.
Don’t bother with DIY
Using your own vehicle and a car trailer takes a lot of effort. Hitching on the trailer, securing the load, doing multiple trip, unloading and buying fuel. You will find that when you hire a skip bin that you end up with savings both in time and money. Make things easy on yourself!
Load big flat items first
Get rid of the bulky stuff first. Old doors, logs, boards, sheet material all take up significant room if you load them on top of other items. By getting these items into your bin first you end up saving heaps of space. These big flat items will be secure and take up hardly any room in the bin if you load them in first.
Go Halves with your neighbour
If you are on a tight budget, ask your neighbour if they are also interested in getting a skip. If they are, then you’re in luck. Getting your bin dropped in a space that’s accessible by both properties mean that you can both home or business owners can take advantage of the benefits of a skip bin hire. Then, when it comes time to pay the bill you can split the cost! Be sure to make arrangements with your partner if you’re intending to put any extremely heavy or hazardous waste into the bin. You don’t want to have a dispute when it comes time for pick-up!
Plan ahead
Before you start your project, take some time to plan out what type and size of skip bin you will need. Different sizes of skip bins are available to accommodate different amounts of waste, so it’s important to choose the right size to avoid overfilling the bin or having to rent multiple bins.
Separate your waste
Skip bins are typically used to hold a mix of waste materials, including construction debris, household waste, and yard waste. However, it’s important to separate your waste into different categories to ensure that it is disposed of properly. For example, construction debris should be placed in one part of the bin, while household waste should be placed in another.
Don’t overfill the bin
Overfilling a skip bin is not only dangerous, it can also result in additional fees from the waste management company. To avoid overfilling the bin, make sure to distribute your waste evenly throughout the container and avoid packing it too tightly.
Don’t put hazardous materials in the bin
Skip bins are not designed to hold hazardous materials, such as chemicals, batteries, or paint. These materials should be disposed of separately, according to local regulations.
Be mindful of weight limits
Skip bins are designed to hold a certain amount of weight, and exceeding this limit can be dangerous and result in additional fees. To avoid exceeding the weight limit, distribute your waste evenly throughout the bin and avoid placing heavy items on top of lighter ones.
In conclusion, skip bins are a convenient and effective way to manage waste during a cleanup or construction project. By following these tips, you can ensure that your skip bin is used safely and effectively.