FAQ

A standard 6×4 car trailer holds 1 cubic meter (1m3). We offer bins in 2,3,4,5,6 and 8 cubic meters.  Generally, A small home cleanup will only require a 2m3 mini skip. A Bathroom renovation or similar would suit a 3m3 skip. 5m3 and 6m3 skips suit larger renovations and whole site clean-up jobs. See our skip-sizes page for more details.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept hazardous materials such as asbestos, gas bottles, tins of paint and other chemicals. Click here to learn more about how to deal with hazardous materials in Bendigo. 

Simple give us a call. We are ready to take your call and assist you in the planning of your waste removal. We are happy to discuss times, sizes and budget. 

To be sure, 24 hours notice is appreciated. However, we are often able to attend to your needs sooner if you require. As much notice as possible is greatly appreciated. 

In some areas of the Bendigo region you may need a permit if your skip is to be located beside your property. Click here to read the council information on this. 

Typically, we let you borrow a skip bin for one to seven days. Depending on your project, we can discuss extension or additional fees if you require a skip bin for a longer period of time. Please get in touch with us to discuss your project. Returning and building customers typically qualify for extended bin hire.

You would have noticed that bin dimensions are measured in cubic meters.  To calculate in cubic metres, multiply the length, breadth, and height. So, to calculate how many cubic metres of rubbish you might have, you can pile your waste, measure its width, height, and length, and multiply all values together. Prior to multiplying, all dimensions must be converted to metres. For example, if your pile is 60 centimetres tall, your computations will use a number of 0.6m. Alternatively, give us a call and we will help you calculate what bin size you need. 

A skip bin might damage your driveway. A bin from 6 m3 and up that is filled with soil or other weighty substances is a significant load on concrete and earth. The weight of the vehicle and the bin combined during a bin pickup could fracture your driveway. It is highly advised to set hook bins on a road because there is a great likelihood this situation will result in damage to the driveway. Customers are required by our Terms & Conditions to ensure a safe placement of a bin. We advise getting a permit and setting up a bin on a road if your driveway is brand-new or delicate. Purchasing a permit is less expensive than having to have your driveway repaired. We advise you to take all essential precautions, including laying planks underneath the bin to protect your driveway. If you have any questions, please contact us. Protecting your property is our first priority.