10 Yard Skip Hire

The 10 cubic yard skip is where capacity becomes the main attraction. Designed for customers with a large amount of bulky waste, it provides noticeably more room than an 8 yard builder's skip and can reduce the need for repeated collections during bigger household, commercial and refurbishment projects.

It's an excellent choice for large property clear-outs, office refurbishments, bulky household waste and lighter renovation materials. Bigger does not mean suitable for every waste type, though: our 10 yard skip has a two-tonne weight limit, so it shouldn't be treated as an oversized skip for soil, rubble or hardcore.

10 Yard Skip at a Glance

Full dimensions are shown in the specification details on this page. Our lorry needs more room than the skip itself, so please ask us if access is tight.

The bin-bag figure is a practical guide rather than a guaranteed quantity. Dismantled furniture, packaging and timber all use the space differently, and bulky items can fill a smaller skip surprisingly quickly - which is exactly where the extra capacity helps.

What Is a 10 Yard Skip Best Used For?

The 10 yard skip works best when the main problem is volume rather than weight. Jobs that frequently suit this size include:

• Large house clearances
• Loft and garage clear-outs
• Office and commercial property clearances
• Shop and workplace refurbishments
• Bulky household furniture and general rubbish
• Large quantities of timber
• Packaging and other lightweight commercial waste
• Suitable mixed refurbishment waste

For a major household clearance, the extra volume is particularly useful because furniture and other bulky items often fill a smaller skip long before its weight becomes an issue. If you'd rather have a team remove the contents of a property for you, our residential and domestic clearance services provide another option.

Weight Matters: Soil, Rubble and Hardcore

This is one of the most important differences between the 10 yard skip and our smaller builder's skips. Large quantities of soil, rubble, concrete and hardcore are not suitable for this size. Dense materials get heavy very quickly, and filling a container this big with them could take the load beyond safe or legal transport limits.

A 10 yard skip can still have visible room left while approaching its two-tonne limit, so tell us what you intend to throw away rather than ordering based on the size of the pile alone. If your project is mostly producing bricks, concrete, soil or hardcore, our 8 cubic yard skip is the larger option to consider for heavy loads.

Will a 10 Yard Skip Fit on My Driveway?

A 10 yard skip can sit on many larger private driveways and commercial yards, but this isn't a size where we recommend guessing. Measure the available area, and remember that our lorry needs suitable width, overhead clearance and manoeuvring space to position and collect the skip safely. Check:

• Driveway and entrance width
• Gateposts and boundary walls
• Parked vehicles
• Overhead cables and low branches
• Turning and manoeuvring space for the lorry

Our skip delivery preparation guide covers the main points to check before delivery day. If your driveway is restricted or you're unsure about the position, speak to us first and we'll help you avoid booking a skip that can't be delivered where you want it.

10 Yards, 8 Yards or 12 Yards?

Choosing between these sizes isn't just about wanting more room - the type of waste matters just as much. For heavy building and landscaping materials, the 8 yard skip is the safer option. For a large volume of lighter household, commercial or clearance waste, the 10 yard skip gives you extra capacity without jumping straight to our largest containers. If your waste is light and bulky - office furniture, packaging or garden prunings, say - stepping up to the 12 yard skip can save you booking a second skip.

Our guide to choosing the right skip size can help if you're still comparing options, and our guide on using the space in a skip efficiently will help you get the most from whichever size you choose.

Your 10 Yard Skip Hire Quote

A 10 cubic yard skip is available from £340.00 + VAT. This starting price is based on:

• A two-tonne weight limit - additional charges apply if the collected skip exceeds this weight
• The skip being positioned off-road on your own land, driveway or another suitable private site
• A standard skip hire period of 14 days - we can provide a bespoke quotation if you need it for longer

Prices shown are base rates. Final pricing can depend on your waste type, delivery requirements, availability and other circumstances relating to the booking. You can request a skip hire quote for an accurate price.

If you're unsure whether your waste is light enough for the 10 yard skip, please contact Taylors Skip Hire and tell us what your project involves.

10 Yard Skip Hire Around Surrey and Sussex

Taylors Skip Hire supplies skips for domestic, commercial and trade projects throughout our regular service area, including Horley, Crawley, Redhill, East Grinstead, Reigate and Banstead, along with many surrounding areas. Where leaving a large skip on-site isn't convenient, our rubbish removal service may be a better alternative.

10 Yard Skip FAQs

Please note: Prices shown are base rates. Final pricing depends on your specific delivery window, real-time availability, and other factors. Please contact us for an accurate quote.