Skip Hire Leicestershire: Local Companies, Prices & Advice 2026

Skip Hire Companies in Leicestershire

There are a large number of skip hire and waste management companies operating across Leicester and Leicestershire. Rather than claiming that one company is definitively the "best", we recommend comparing providers according to the type of project you have, the skip size you require, your location and the services included in the quotation.

The businesses below are examples of skip hire providers currently appearing in local search results. Ratings and review numbers can change, so always check the company's current information before booking.

Skip Hire Prices in Leicester & Leicestershire

Skip hire prices vary considerably. The cheapest quotation is not necessarily the cheapest overall option because the final price can depend on the skip size, waste type, postcode, hire period, road permit and whether VAT is included.

As a useful current reference point, one Leicester skip hire company is currently publishing prices from around £184 + VAT for a 4 yard general waste skip, £216.20 + VAT for a 6 yard skip and £244.95 + VAT for an 8 yard skip. These are advertised starting prices rather than a universal Leicestershire price list and can vary by postcode and waste type.

Do I Need a Skip Permit in Leicestershire?

If your skip is going on your own private property, a highway permit will generally not be required. If the skip needs to be placed on a public road, verge or footway, you need to check the relevant local authority requirements.

In Leicestershire, skip permits are issued to skip operators rather than individual members of the public. Leicestershire County Council says customers should speak to their skip hire company, which applies for the permit on their behalf.

The County Council currently states that applications should be made at least 3 full working days before the required placement date. A permit is valid for up to 14 days, with extensions possible. The current County Council fee is £45 per week or part week.

Check Leicestershire County Council skip permit information

Skip Permits in Leicester City

Leicester City has its own highway licensing arrangements, so do not assume that the county-wide fee applies inside Leicester city.

Leicester City Council currently states that a licence is required to place a skip on a public highway. Applications for skips should be made at least 3 working days in advance.

The published 2026/27 Leicester City Council fee is currently £96.50 for the first week and £59 for each additional week.

Check Leicester City Council skip licence information

Which Skip Size Do I Need?

What Can You Put in a Skip?

Most general-purpose skips can accept common household, garden and construction waste, but accepted materials vary by operator.

Typical permitted materials may include:

• Timber
• Wood offcuts
• Plywood and OSB
• MDF
• Plasterboard, where accepted
• Bricks and blocks
• Concrete and rubble, subject to weight restrictions
• Soil, subject to the operator's conditions
• Garden waste
• General household waste
• Packaging and non-hazardous renovation waste

What Cannot Go in a Skip?

Not everything can be placed in a standard skip. Restricted materials can require specialist disposal and may result in additional charges if they are placed in a skip without the operator's permission.

Common examples include:

• Asbestos
• Paints and solvents
• Oils and fuels
• Industrial chemicals
• Gas cylinders
• Some batteries
• Fridges and freezers
• Other hazardous waste

If you are unsure about a particular material, ask the skip company before putting it into the skip.

GOV.UK guidance on hazardous waste

Using a Skip for Building Work

If you are a builder, contractor, developer or tradesperson, it is worth checking the waste arrangements before work starts.

For larger construction projects, consider:

• Whether the waste is mixed or separated
• Whether heavy materials require an inert waste skip
• Maximum permitted weight
• Whether plasterboard needs to be separated
• Whether the site has enough room for delivery
• Whether the skip can be positioned safely
• Whether a highway permit is required
• How quickly the skip can be collected when full

Separating materials can sometimes reduce disposal costs and improve recycling rates, so it is worth asking the skip company what options they offer.

How to Compare Skip Hire Quotes

When comparing skip hire companies in Leicester or Leicestershire, don't compare the headline price alone.

1. Check the skip size. A cheaper smaller skip may not be the better option if you need two collections.
2. Check whether VAT is included. Some advertised prices are shown excluding VAT.
3. Ask about the hire period. Find out how long the skip can remain on site.
4. Check delivery and collection. Confirm both are included in the quotation.
5. Ask about permits. Confirm who arranges and pays for any highway permit.
6. Check weight restrictions. Particularly important for soil, concrete, bricks and rubble.
7. Check restricted waste. Ask before ordering if you are disposing of anything unusual.
8. Check the final price. Make sure there are no additional charges you have not considered.

Check Your Waste Carrier

If you are using a private waste company, particularly for commercial or construction work, it is sensible to check that the business is properly authorised to handle the waste involved.

GOV.UK provides information on waste carrier registration and waste duty of care. Businesses producing non-hazardous waste may also need to complete and retain appropriate waste transfer documentation when waste is transferred.

GOV.UK skip operator licence information

GOV.UK waste transfer note guidance

Skip Hire Areas Across Leicestershire

Skip hire is available across Leicester and many towns and villages throughout Leicestershire. Depending on the company, services may cover:

• Leicester
• Loughborough
• Hinckley
• Coalville
• Market Harborough
• Melton Mowbray
• Oadby
• Wigston
• Charnwood
• Hinckley & Bosworth
• North West Leicestershire
• Blaby
• Harborough
• Melton
• Rutland and surrounding areas, depending on the operator

Always give the skip company your full postcode when requesting a quotation, as availability and pricing can vary significantly between nearby areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Advice When Booking a Skip

For most domestic and trade projects, the best approach is to obtain two or three quotations and compare the total cost rather than simply choosing the lowest advertised price.

Tell the skip company:

• Your full postcode
• The type of waste
• The approximate quantity
• The skip size you think you need
• How long you require the skip
• Whether it will be on private land or the public highway
• Any access restrictions at the property

This should give the company enough information to provide a more accurate quotation and advise whether a different skip size or waste type would be more suitable.

Building or Renovating in Leicestershire?

If you're hiring a skip because you're carrying out building, renovation or DIY work, you'll also need to consider the materials going into the project.

Shop plywood, OSB, MDF and planed timber from Plywood ETC.