Full clearances and large projects
12 yard maxi skip hire
The biggest skip we hire, for the largest clear-outs and commercial jobs. It is built for a lot of light, bulky waste, which also means it is the wrong choice for anything heavy.
- Best for
- Full house clearances, shop fits and large volumes of light, bulky waste.
- Rough capacity
- About 100 to 120 bin bags
- Typical hire
- Standard hire is 14 days, with extensions available if you need longer.
- Road placement
- A permit is only needed if the skip goes on a public road. We arrange it as part of the booking.
The 12 yard maxi skip is the largest we hire, and it is made for volume. It is the skip for a full house clearance, a shop or office fit-out, or any job that produces a large amount of bulky but lightweight material. Where a smaller skip would mean repeat collections, the maxi takes it in one.
The trade-off is that it is strictly for light waste. It is deliberately not rated for dense material, so it is the wrong skip for soil, rubble or concrete. Knowing that up front saves the frustration of a skip that cannot be collected because it is over weight.
Typical projects
Jobs a 12 yard skip suits
- Full house clearance
- Large commercial projects
- Major construction or demolition
- Large barn conversions or renovations
What fits
What goes in a 12 yard skip
- 100 to 120 bin bags of general waste
- Full contents of a typical house clearance
- Large volumes of light bulky waste
- Commercial or office clearance waste
- Waste from a major construction or demolition project
Full accepted and prohibited lists are in our guide to what can go in a skip.
Dimensions and access
Will a 12 yard skip fit?
A 12 yard skip measures roughly 3.6 m long, 1.8 m wide, 1.8 m high.
A 12 yard maxi skip is large and usually needs to go on the road rather than a driveway, so a permit is normally required. We arrange it and build the council lead time into your delivery date, so the skip only lands once the licence is in place.
Placement and access are confirmed when you book, so there are no surprises on delivery day.
Heavy waste
Never for soil, rubble or heavy waste.
A 12 yard skip is for light, bulky waste only. A maxi skip loaded with heavy material would be far too heavy to lift, so it cannot be used for soil, rubble or concrete under any circumstances. For heavy waste, a smaller skip with a heavy-waste rating is the right choice, and for a large volume of it, a grab lorry.
Choosing a size
Is this the right size, or should you go up or down?
Drop down for general renovation waste, or a mix that includes anything heavy.
Not sure? Compare all five in the skip size guide, or see prices for your area on the skip prices page.
Permits and delivery
Permits, delivery and collection
Needs a road permit if placed on the highway rather than a driveway. Best for bulky light waste. For heavy materials like soil or rubble a smaller skip with a heavy-waste rating is usually more efficient. We deliver on the date we agree and collect once you are done.
More on when a permit applies and what it costs is in our skip permit guide.
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Common questions
12 yard skip FAQs
What can I put in a 12 yard maxi skip?
Large volumes of light, bulky waste: furniture, packaging, timber, shop or office fittings and general household clearance. It is not for heavy waste like soil or rubble. See what can go in a skip.
Can I put rubble or soil in a 12 yard skip?
No. A 12 yard skip is rated for light waste only, and heavy material would take it far over its weight limit. Use a smaller skip for a heavy load, or a grab lorry for a large volume of it.
Do I need a permit for a 12 yard skip?
Usually, because a skip this size normally goes on the road rather than a driveway. We arrange the permit and factor the council lead time into your delivery date. See our skip permit guide.
How much does a 12 yard skip cost?
It depends on your postcode and the waste type. See prices for your area on our skip prices page, or get a quote and we will confirm the figure before you book.
Get in touch
Get a quote
Tell us your postcode, the size you need and your preferred delivery date. We confirm your price before you book.
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