Skip Bins For Sale In South Africa
What is Skip Bins?
A skip is a large open-topped waste container designed for loading onto a special type of lorry. The term is only encountered in British, Australian, Irish and New Zealand English. An inexact North American equivalent is a dumpster, dumper or debris box.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a skip bin in South Africa?
Here is a useful guide to skip bins prices:
| Description | 2-Day Skip Hire | 3-Day Skip Hire incl.weekends |
|---|---|---|
| Mini Skip (2 cubes) | R700 | R850 |
| Mini Skip (3 cubes) | R800 | R950 |
| Midi Skip (4 Cube Skip) | R1000 | R1250 |
| Midi Skip (6 cubes) | R1500 | R1950 |
Are skip bin businesses profitable?
Since skip bin companies essentially hire out their equipment to customers and operate on a mobile basis, skip hire businesses are often highly profitable endeavours. And because skips are rented at a fixed price, the profit margins are typically extremely favourable for the business owner.
Can you put whiteware in a skip?
Our bins can be filled with household rubbish (including furniture, whiteware, small appliances, sports equipment), building materials and garden waste. Any issues, please contact us. Can take a small amount of concrete/compost.
Why are they called skip bins?
During the Industrial Revolution, skips were deemed a ‘skep’, which originates from the Norse language word ‘skeppa’, that essentially means basket. Since then, the term has evolved to ‘skip’ and eventually ‘skip bins’.
Do I have to pay for a new bin if its stolen?
Residents can expect to pay an amount of R385 if they are placing an order for a stolen bin.
What are the skip sizes?
The most common sizes of skip are 4 yards, 6 yards, 8 yards and 12 yards.
Which recycle business is most profitable?
There are a multitude of different types of recycling businesses, and each of them has different levels of profitability, but the most profitable recycling businesses are waste paper recycling companies.
Who owns the stuff in a skip?
If the skip is on a public road, then trespassing is impossible, but the items are still under the ownership of whoever hired the skip until the skip hire company takes the waste away. Taking these items could fall under theft if the owner presses charges.
Can I put a TV in a skip?
You cannot put hazardous or harmful items into a skip. These include but are not limited to TVs, computer monitors, asbestos, tyres, fluorescent tubes, fridges, paint and paint tins (unless empty), plasterboard, batteries, medical waste, gas cylinders, liquids, solvents, oil, petrol, diesel and explosives.
Why cant you put a fridge in a skip?
You can’t usually throw a fridge freezer in a skip because of the harmful refrigerant gases they contain. However, some local skip hire companies will arrange for a separate fridge removal to dispose of your appliance.