03 Mar • 4 min Read
In need of a quality waste solution? When it comes to getting rid of waste, there are a few options for both commercial and residential properties. Traditionally, one of the best ways to eliminate large amounts of waste is to hire a skip bin. However, in a bustling city like Sydney, numerous waste disposal methods go beyond a skip bin.
With several waste solutions available, what is the best way to get rid of your waste? Furthermore, are any of these options better than hiring a skip bin? The best way to narrow down your choices is to compare!
Below we compare hiring a skip bin to the other waste solutions available.
Skip bin hire vs rubbish removal services
Rubbish removal services are when a team of professionals collects and transports unwanted items. This means there is less manual handling from your end. A skip bin, on the other hand, will require you to put all things into the hired skip, which will be collected later. Because rubbish removal services remove your unwanted belongings, this can be more convenient than a skip bin.
However, it is essential to know that aside from convenience, there is also a price difference. With rubbish removal services, you are paying for more labour than you would with a skip hire. You often need to pay per item you dispose of. If you have many items, this can pile up and be costly.
With a skip bin, most items are covered within your bin hire. As long it isn’t a speciality item, i.e., a tyre, mattress etc., you are only paying for your bin, not the object! In most cases, you will get more out of a skip bin hire than you would rubbish removal services.
Skip bin hire vs council clean-ups
If your council offers complimentary council clean-ups, this can be a great way to remove unwanted items. By organising a date with your council, you can leave standard piles of waste or furniture on your front curb, which will be taken away on the assigned date. It is a cost-friendly approach that will help you eliminate your waste.
However, you may exceed the council clean-up limits if you have large sums of waste. You may also have materials such as green waste and building materials that are not accepted in a general council clean-up. This may require you to book a professional waste solution anyway. Another issue with council clean-ups is that you could be forced to wait a period for your given date if there is not one available soon.
With skip bin hire, you can get a quicker service. We also accept more forms of waste with our selection of waste type categories. Furthermore, we have a wide range of skip bin sizes available, providing more space to chuck away waste. Depending on your waste needs, this can make a skip bin more appealing.
Skip bin hire vs tip run
Taking the waste yourself to a tip is another waste solution. Once you organise the pile of belongings you want to dispose of; you must bring it to a suitable waste facility to get rid of. A DIY tip run is more appealing for those on a tight budget. It not only eliminates the need to pay for a bin hire or clean-up service, but you can also do it in your own time, which for some can be a good thing.
It is important to note that while DIY may sound more cost-friendly compared to skip hire, this is not always the case:
- You need to organise your own transport for the waste and may need to hire a trailer and pay for petrol.
- You must pay fees for landfill and waste facilities, which vary with the load weight.
- It takes more time and can be physically demanding as you must pack and unpack the load yourself.
The hidden costs of a DIY scenario can add up and you can pay a similar amount if hiring a skip bin. Not to mention, you spend more time doing a tip run yourself and miss out on a more convenient service.
With skip bin hire, the waste facility fees are covered, as are the petrol and transportation. While you fill your bin, we remove the bin itself, so it is no longer your problem once it leaves your property.
Skip bin hire vs skip bags
Like a skip bin, skip bags are a great solution to eliminate waste. Similar to a skip bin, skip bags are left on your property for an agreed amount of time. They will be filled up and removed later to dispose of the content.
While these effectively work the same as a skip bin, there are a few main differences. The main one is instead of an industrial container like a skip bin; the skip bag is an industrial bag. This means the bag is less durable and can hold less weight.
The other significant difference is the sizing. Skip bins are available in wider sizes across small, medium and large. Skip bags are only available in small sizes. This is a big factor to consider when looking at the two options.
Now you know of the common alternatives when it comes to a waste solution! As you can see, while all have their own benefits, skip bins are one of the most reliable and flexible choices available.
Are you looking to hire a skip bin? Offering skip bin hire across Western Sydney, Matt’s Skip Bins proudly services the local regions, including Penrith, Campbelltown, Liverpool, the Hills, Hawkesbury, Blacktown and more.
To book a skip, head to our online booking form. You can also find all of our skip bin choices on our website. For further questions, please contact our friendly team on 02 4708 2927.
