Dos and Don’ts for Skip Hire
We get asked all the time at Topskips whether a customer can put absolutely anything in a skip. Although they are mainly used for getting rid of rubbish, there are a few rules and regulations on what can go in a skip. Things like fridges and freezers, televisions, tyres, aerosols, strip lights, batteries, asbestos, gas cannisters and food waste are classed as hazardous. They need special care in their disposal which costs money. If you do need to get rid of any of the above, just ask one of our lovely sales people over the phone on 08445 60 77 10 and they can arrange disposal of it for you. Or you could e-mail us and we’ll be happy to inform you further.
July 4, 2010 at 8:00 am | Skip Hire Health & Safety | No comment
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Fridge Recycling Using Skip Hire
“Can you throw a fridge in a skip?”
A gentleman from Essex asked me this today and the answer was a resolute ‘Kind of!’.
Fridge recycling can be done using skips, but it will cost you.
Why is this? Well, because fridges contain CFC gases, they need to be treated carefully, and disposed of in a specific manner. Normal waste in skips are usually sorted at the Material Recycling Facility and then put into waste streams to be recycled. However, fridges are classed as hazardous waste and need to be treated in accordance to EA regulations.
Fridges can be taken away with the skip, but this comes at an extra charge. This charge covers the extra haulage and special treatment.
If you’ve been lumbered with an old fridge that you need to get rid of, speak to one of the gang at Topskips on 0844 60 77 10.
October 29, 2009 at 5:32 pm | Environmental News, Home and Garden Improvements | No comment
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