If a skip will be placed on the public highway, a council permit is typically required. If it’s on your drive or private land, you usually won’t need one. We can advise for your postcode.

What can go in a mini skip?

General household, garden and light builders’ waste is fine. Restricted items include fridges/freezers, tyres, asbestos and liquids. Ask us if you’re unsure.

Skip bags vs mini skips — which is better?

Skip bags are flexible and great for small, lighter loads or access-limited sites. Mini skips suit continuous clearances and heavier mixed waste. We’ll recommend the cheapest suitable option.

Mini Skip Hire Exeter & East Devon | 2-Yard & 4-Yard Skips + Skip Bags

Popular Mini Skip Sizes

Guidelines only — capacities vary by model. We’ll confirm the best option for your waste type and access.

Great for small DIY jobs

2-Yard Mini Skip

≈ 20–25 bin bags
Typical use: bathroom rip-out, garden tidy
Fits most driveways

£160 + VAT

Weight limits apply for heavy waste (soil/rubble).

4-Yard Mini Skip

≈ 35–45 bin bags
Typical use: kitchen rip-out, shed clearance
Good for mixed household waste

£240 + VAT

Heavier loads may require man & van instead.

Public-highway placements usually need a council permit; private driveways typically don’t. We’ll advise.

Skip Bags (Sub-service)

A flexible alternative to skips — ideal for tight access, light refurb waste and staged clearances. Buy once, fill at your pace, we collect when ready.

✅ Cheaper than leading brands & national competitors

1 yd³ Bag (Small)

≈ 5 bin bags

Great for cupboard/loft clear-outs
Store flat; fill when ready
Place within 4 m of roadside access

£149 + VAT (collection)

1.5 yd³ Bag (Medium)

≈ 8–10 bin bags

DIY projects, garden waste
Easy kerbside pickup
Keep contents below fill line

£179 + VAT (collection)

4.5 yd³ Bag (Large)

≈ 25–30 bin bags

Bulky but lighter materials
Kitchen/bathroom rip-outs
Place within 4 m of roadside access

£229 + VAT (collection)

Bag capacities/weights are indicative; we’ll confirm suitability from your photos.

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Mini Skips & Skip Bags — FAQs

Do I need a permit for my skip?

If your skip sits on the public highway, a local council permit is usually required. If it’s on your driveway or private land, you normally won’t need one. We can advise and arrange where possible.

What can’t go in the skip or bag?

No fridges/freezers, tyres, asbestos, liquids, gas bottles, chemicals or paints. Mattresses and upholstered seating may carry POPs rules — ask us and we’ll guide you.

Is a man & van clearance cheaper?

Often for mixed, lighter household waste, man & van works out cheaper and avoids permits/space issues. For staged projects or when you want to fill at your pace, bags/skips are handy. We’ll recommend the cheapest option for your materials.

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