Skip bags for small waste jobs
Skip bags are a simple option for small DIY jobs, garden clearances, rubble, light renovation waste and tight-access spaces where a skip may not fit.
Order your bag online and we'll collect it when it's full.
Bag sizes available
Choose from two skip bag sizes for smaller waste jobs. Both are available across SunSkips service areas and can take the same waste types as our skips.
Capacity
A compact skip bag for smaller waste loads.
Dimensions
0.9m x 0.9m x 0.9m
2'11" x 2'11" x 2'11"
Ideal for
Smaller clear-outs, DIY waste, garden tidy-ups, rubble from minor jobs and tight-access spaces where a full skip would be too much.
Bin bags
Standard trailer
Capacity
A larger skip bag for small renovation jobs, garden clearances and bulkier clear-out waste.
Dimensions
1.8m x 0.9m x 0.7m
5'11" x 2'11" x 2'4"
Ideal for
Bigger garden clearances, light renovation waste, DIY projects, bulky household waste and jobs where skip access is difficult.
Bin bagsStandard trailer
More waste than a skip bag can handle?
If your job is likely to create more waste than one bag can hold, a full skip may be the better option.
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How our skip bag hire works
Three simple steps to clearing your waste.
Order your skip bag
Choose the bag size you need and enter your details online. We will send you the bag by post that day or the day after.
Fill your bag
Place the bag somewhere accessible and fill it with your waste.
We collect it
Call us within six months when your filled skip bag is ready, and our team will take it away for sustainable processing.
What are skip bags best used for?
Skip bags are best suited to smaller jobs where you have a manageable amount of waste and want a simple collection option.
They're suitable for small household clear-outs, DIY waste, garden waste, rubble, soil, wood, plastics, metal, general household waste, light renovation projects, and jobs with limited access.
If you're dealing with a larger project, with higher volumes of waste or ongoing building work, a full skip may be the better choice.
Skip bag or skip: which should you choose?
A skip bag is a good choice when you have more waste than a tip run can handle, but not enough to need a full skip. It's also a practical option when access is tight, you want a smaller waste collection option, or you're clearing DIY, garden or light renovation waste.
A skip may be better when you have a larger amount of waste, need a full container on site, are managing a bigger renovation or building project, expect to create waste over several days, or need more capacity than a bag can offer.
Not sure what to choose? Our friendly team can help you decide whether a skip bag or skip is better for your job.
What can I put in a skip bag?
Skip bags accept the same waste types as our skips, which means they can be used for common non-hazardous waste from home, garden, DIY and renovation jobs: general household waste, garden waste, soil, rubble, wood, plastic, metal, non-hazardous DIY waste and light renovation waste.
Certain items can't go in a skip bag, just like they cannot go in our skips. This includes hazardous or restricted materials such as asbestos, chemicals, paints, clinical or medical waste, fluorescent tubes, solvents, liquids, oil, batteries, hazardous or toxic materials and gas cylinders.
If you're unsure whether something can go in your bag, contact the SunSkips team before ordering.
What you need to know before ordering a skip bag
A skip bag is simple to use, but a little planning helps make collection easier.
- Choose a safe place for your bag: Place your bag somewhere accessible for collection. Avoid blocking roads, pavements, fire exits or access for emergency vehicles.
- Don't overfill it: Your bag needs to be safe to collect. Keep waste inside the bag and do not fill it past the maximum fill line.
- Check your waste type: Skip bags accept the same waste types as skips, but hazardous and restricted items are not allowed.
- Think about the size of the job: If you're likely to create more waste than one bag can hold, a full skip may be a better option.
- Call us within six months: Your skip bag must be collected within six months of delivery. Please call us when it's ready, as bags left longer than six months may incur addi charges.
Where are skip bags available?
Skip bags are available across all SunSkips service areas, including Stowmarket, Cambridge, Haverhill, Ipswich, Norwich, Hoddesdon and surrounding areas.
Enter your postcode to check availability and order the right skip bag for your location.
What happens to my waste?
SunSkips takes waste management seriously.
Once collected, your skip bag waste is taken away for sorting and processing. Materials are separated to reduce landfill and support more responsible waste management.
Construction waste is taken to our facility in Thetford, where it's screened and washed to produce sustainable aggregates.
Our customers
What they say about our skip hire service
"I found SunSkips very easy to hire a skip from using the online booking and payment. I could book a skip for the next working day and it was collected the day aft for it to be. Competitively priced hire and friendly skip driver. Have recommended to family and will use again!"
"Prompt, efficient service. Skip delivered and collected on time. Documentation is extensive; clear about items that can be included and charges for excluded items
"SunSkips did everything I wanted/needed. Skip was on time and the right size, plus they were flexible on collection. All I needed from a skip hire. Thanks!"
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Still got doubts? Let's address some common queries about skip bag hire to help you make an informed decision.
What are skip bags?
Skip bags are strong waste collection bags used for smaller clear-outs, DIY waste, garden jobs, rubble and light renovation waste. They're useful when you ha than a trip to the tip can handle but don't need a full skip.
What size skip bags does SunSkips offer?
SunSkips offers two skip bag sizes: a midi skip bag measuring 0.9m x 0.9m x 0.9m (2'11" x 2'11" x 2'11") and a mega skip bag measuring 1.8m x 0.9m x 0.7m (5' 2'4").
How do I order a skip bag?
You can order your skip bag online through the SunSkips website. Choose your bag, enter your details and your skip bag will be with you shortly.
How are skip bags collected?
SunSkips collects skip bags the same way we collect skips. Once your bag is filled and ready, our team collects it and takes the waste away for processing.
How long can I keep a skip bag before collection?
You can keep your skip bag for up to six months from delivery. Just let us know when it's full and ready and we'll arrange collection. Bags left longer than incur additional charges.
Where are skip bags available?
Skip bags are available across all SunSkips service areas, including Stowmarket, Cambridge, Haverhill, Ipswich, Norwich, Hoddesdon and surrounding areas.
What can I put in a skip bag?
You can put the same waste types in a skip bag as you can in a skip. This includes common non-hazardous household, garden, DIY and renovation waste.
Can I put sofas, mattresses or upholstered furniture in a skip bag?
Upholstered items like sofas, armchairs and some mattresses can't go in a skip bag, as they're classed as POPs waste and must be handled separately. Contact team and we'll arrange a separate collection for them.
Can I put rubble in a skip bag?
Yes, rubble can go in a skip bag, as long as the bag is filled safely and not overfilled.
Can I put soil in a skip bag?
Yes, soil can go in a skip bag, as long as the bag is filled safely and is suitable for collection.
What can't go in a skip bag?
Hazardous and restricted items cannot go in a skip bag. This includes asbestos, chemicals, paints, clinical waste, fluorescent tubes, solvents, liquids, oil, hazardous materials and gas cylinders.
Do I need a permit for a skip bag?
Skip bags are generally used on private property, such as a driveway or garden. If you plan to place anything on a public highway or pavement, you'll likely (SunSkips can take care of this for you).
Is a skip bag better than a 4-yard skip?
It depends on the job. A skip bag is useful for smaller waste loads and tight-access jobs. A 4-yard skip is usually better when you have more waste or need a container on site.
Can I order more than one skip bag?
Yes, if you have multiple small waste loads, you can order more than one bag. If you expect to create a larger amount of waste, it may be worth considering a instead.
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Clear your small waste job the simple way with skip bags.