Skip Hire Sizes Explained: What Size Skip Do You Need?

Choosing the Right Skip Hire Size for Your Waste

When hiring a skip, one of the first questions is: What size skip do I need? The right skip hire size helps save money and avoid hassle. Whether you’re clearing out your garden, renovating a room, or managing building site waste, there’s a size to match.

Common Skip Sizes in South Africa:

Skip Size	Approx. Volume	Ideal For
3m³ Mini Skip	12 wheelie bins	DIY projects, small renovations, garden waste
6m³ Builder’s Skip/ Rubble skip/ lugger	24 wheelie bins	Construction rubble, bulky items, Garden waste
11m³ Large skip	44 wheelie bins	Large clean-outs, Light industrial waste, Garden waste, commercial use

💡 Pro Tip: Rather go one size up than risk overfilling.

Need Help Choosing?

Visit our Types of Skips page or get a quote on our Skip Prices page.