Areas We Cover – Skip Hire Across Plymouth

If your skip needs to be placed on a public road or pavement, a permit from Plymouth City Council is usually required. If the skip is placed on private property, such as a driveway or garden, a permit is not needed. At Ocean City Skips, we can advise you on this and help arrange a permit if required.

The size of skip you need depends on the amount and type of waste you want to dispose of. Smaller projects such as garden clearances or minor DIY jobs may only need a 4 or 6 yard skip, while larger renovations may require an 8 yard skip. For commercial or construction projects, 16 yard or Roll On Roll Off (RoRo) skips are often the best option. Our team at Ocean City Skips is happy to help you choose the right size.

Most customers hire a skip for around 7 to 14 days, which is usually enough time for most home or construction projects. If you need the skip for longer, just let us know and Ocean City Skips can arrange an extended hire period. Likewise, if you fill your skip sooner, drop us a line and we'll arrange a quicker collection.

You can place most general household, garden, and construction waste in a skip, including wood, bricks, soil, furniture, and general rubbish. However, certain items such as asbestos, chemicals, tyres, gas bottles, and hazardous waste cannot be placed in skips. If you’re unsure about an item, contact Ocean City Skips and we’ll advise you.

At Ocean City Skips, we aim to deliver skips as quickly as possible across Plymouth. In many cases we can offer next-day delivery, and sometimes even same-day delivery, depending on availability.

The cost of skip hire depends on several factors, including the size of the skip, the length of the hire period, and whether a permit is required. At Ocean City Skips, we offer competitive prices and clear quotes so you know exactly what to expect before booking.