13 Oct • 5 min Read
If there is one thing that never goes out of fashion, it is a good ol’ DIY project. With online tutorials found across the internet on various platforms, it can be hard to resist doing something yourself. In most cases, a DIY saves you money and is more effective, so it is a no-brainer. But when it comes to waste situations, is this still the case?
Initially, a DIY clean-up may sound more appealing than hiring a professional waste solution such as a skip bin. But in hindsight, is it more beneficial?
The big question is: should you put in the effort of taking care of your own waste, or should you pay upfront for the professionals to take care of it? Just because you have the will to do it yourself, does it mean you should? Keep reading to find your answer as we compare the two options.
Skip bin vs DIY clean up: The pricing
When you first get a quote for your skip, the overall cost of a DIY clean-up may seem more cost-friendly, but in hindsight, this is not always the case.
When booking a skip bin hire from a credible and transparent company like Matt’s Skip Bins, the price you see is the price you pay. It will change depending on your bin size, hire location and any special additional items you may throw away, but overall, the price is tailored to your order. Upfront and honest, you know what to expect before you even order.
The best part is this price includes the general rubbish skip hire, the transportation and drop off and pick up of your bin and the waste levy. It is an inclusive cost that covers the whole experience, including the sorting of waste and labour on our end.
With a DIY, you expect to just essentially pay the general tip charges, right? Not true. When it comes to a DIY clean-up, the prices can add up and may even be surprising. Instead of having one total cost, you’re essentially breaking the cost apart and paying extra for each step. This includes:
- A trailer or truck hire
- Fuel
- Tip fees and charges
- Paying any extra hands helping
In total, a DIY clean-up isn’t just taking more of your valuable time, it also costs nearly as much with other fees!
Skip bin vs DIY clean up: The preparation
Preparation for a skip bin and DIY clean-up will vary. The preparation may start different, but they both end up the same since the two methods require you to go through and arrange the waste you want disposed of. However, while you will end up cleaning out your space and setting aside the rubbish in both situations, the initial prep is different.Regarding hiring a skip bin, the initial groundwork is reasonably straightforward. Since we are a complete service, we do most of the significant work for you. You only need to research to ensure you hire the right bin and organise a date and pick-up to suit your schedule. This is relatively simple, with our skip bins found online and our booking form and payment process being secure and easy to follow.
You’ll also need to prepare your delivery site, to ensure there is ample amount of room for access. But other than that, it doesn’t take too much time.
For a DIY clean-up, you have to do a bit more organising:
- You’ve got your research to do, however, this can be more extensive as you need to find your local tip and learn their protocols and opening hours.
- You need to arrange a suitable way to transport your waste, which you may also need to book separately.
You need to arrange help as moving waste can be a heavy and time-consuming task.lean-up isn’t just taking more of your valuable time, it also costs nearly as much with other fees!
Skip bin vs DIY clean up: The preparation
Preparation for a skip bin and DIY clean-up will vary. The preparation may start different, but they both end up the same since the two methods require you to go through and arrange the waste you want disposed of. However, while you will end up cleaning out your space and setting aside the rubbish in both situations, the initial prep is different.Regarding hiring a skip bin, the initial groundwork is reasonably straightforward. Since we are a complete service, we do most of the significant work for you. You only need to research to ensure you hire the right bin and organise a date and pick-up to suit your schedule. This is relatively simple, with our skip bins found online and our booking form and payment process being secure and easy to follow.
You’ll also need to prepare your delivery site, to ensure there is ample amount of room for access. But other than that, it doesn’t take too much time.
For a DIY clean-up, you have to do a bit more organising:
- You’ve got your research to do, however, this can be more extensive as you need to find your local tip and learn their protocols and opening hours.
- You need to arrange a suitable way to transport your waste, which you may also need to book separately.
- You need to arrange help as moving waste can be a heavy and time-consuming task.
Both take nearly as much preparation; however, a skip bin is more convenient to organise.
Skip bin vs DIY clean up: The time it takes
The other element to consider is the overall time it takes to do a DIY or hire a skip. In addition to organising the respective waste solutions and setting aside the waste you want to chuck away, there are also some other time elements you should consider.
For a skip bin, it will take time to stack your bin. Then there’s added time when you’ll need to wait for the bin to be picked up. While it won’t take long, it does take time out of your day.
While we arrange with you a day that is convenient for us to collect the bin, we can’t always give a precise time. However, we don’t need you to always be around to pick up the bin, which is a plus. But the good news is once our team leaves with your bin, there is generally nothing left for you to do, which means little of your time is taken up overall.
On the other hand, you have the DIY clean-up. After you’ve gotten your waste aside, you still need to go through the waste yourself. A skip bin hire service usually does this once the bin has left your property. For a DIY, you are left with this dirty task.
Not all waste facilities accept an array of waste. This requires you to separate the waste and put it into piles so you know what materials go to which facility, this also means setting aside your recyclables. Once you’ve segregated your waste accordingly, you have yet another task of taking each waste type to its appropriate location. Depending on the waste and capacity of your selected transport, it may require multiple trips that can span days to complete, driving back and forth.
All up, a DIY clean-up will take longer. Your job keeps going after you arrange your waste, as you don’t have the convenience of a skip service!
So, now that you know what each waste method will provide you in terms of cost, time and preparation, it is time to make your choice! Will you be booking in a skip bin or taking on a DIY task for your next waste clean-up?
If you’re opting for skip bin hire in Narellan and across the Sydney region, trust the team at Matt’s Skip Bins. Whether you need a general waste, mixed building, brick and concrete, dirt and clay or green waste skip bin, we can help you! We offer an outstanding and transparent service that is simply unmatched. We also give you peace of mind when getting rid of your waste!
Head to our website to make your booking or give us a call on 02 3708 2927.
