Skip Bin Hire vs Alternative Waste Removal:

Which is Best?

Moving house, construction or reno work, clearing out overgrown gardens – plenty of projects leave homeowners with piles of rubbish to deal with. So, what’s the best way to manage waste removal cheaply and efficiently?

Jim’s Skip Bins has been providing rubbish removal services around Australia for almost 20 years, giving us an in-depth understanding of the entire industry. Whatever project you’ve got coming up, we can help to streamline it by taking care of waste. Before you get started though, give some thought to the different rubbish removal options available to you.

Waste Removal Options

There are four popular options when it comes to getting rid of household, garden, or construction waste. These are;

1. Skip bin hire
2. Rubbish removal services
3. Rubbish trailers
4. Tip trips

Unsure which is best for you? Don’t stress – we’re about to break these down into simple pros and cons to help you decide.

1. Skip Bin Hire

Skin bin hire is a fully customisable service with various options available to suit your project. At Jim’s Skip Bins, we’ll make sure the entire process is exactly what you need it to be.

Pros of skip bins

• Ideal for small or large amount of rubbish, thanks to the variety of skip skin sizes available
• Delivered and picked up around your schedule and needs
• Multiple styles of skip bins means you can choose the best type for your space
• Waste is disposed of responsibly
• Contents are sorted and recycled properly – good for your wallet and the environment
• Suitable for an array of industries and waste types, both commercial and residential
• The most cost-effective option for large projects

Cons of skip bins

• Can take up a lot of space
• Not portable once placed on property
• May require a permit from your local council

2. Rubbish Removal Services

This involves a team of professionals coming and collecting your unwanted items, such as appliances and other large goods.

Pros of rubbish removal services

• No need for a skip bin on your property
• Removes need for waste handling

Cons of rubbish removal services

• Typically charge per item, so generally not cost-effective
• Not suitable for green waste or construction waste
• Requires predetermined booking details

3. Rubbish Trailers

Rubbish trailers are significantly smaller than skip bins, but are on wheels for easy transportation.

Pros of rubbish trailers

• Take up little space on property
• Easy to move around
• Similar drop off and pick up model to skip bin hire

Cons of rubbish trailers

• Fit minimal amounts of waste
• Less cost-effective than skip bins based on volume
• Unable to handle heavy waste
• Companies typically don’t have dedicated waste sorting facilities, so most waste ends up in landfill

4. Tip Trip

The final option for waste management is to DIY it by loading up your car or truck and heading to the tip.

Pros of tip trips

• Can be done in your own time
• Costs can be controlled more easily

Cons of tip trips

• Large volumes of waste require multiples trips (whereas skip bins hold between two and twelve trailer loads of rubbish)
• All costs calculated separately; fuel, tip fees, van hire
• Will need to source appropriate equipment (gloves, masks, etc)
• Physically demanding
• Time consuming

Selling or Donating Unwanted Goods

If the goods you want to get rid of are still in working order and you’d like to avoid sending items unnecessarily to landfill, you could also sell or donate them. This way, they go to a home that will use them, and you can even make a little extra pocket money in the process.

If you don’t mind people coming to your home, you can set up a garage sale in your front yard. After going through all the items you want gone and assigning individual prices, you can take a weekend to host your garage sale with people coming in, poking around, and making offers on your items. However, chances are you’ll still need to get rid of some unsold items at the end.

Selling items online is another great way of getting rid of things. Sites like Gumtree, eBay, and Facebook Marketplace are popular for selling unwanted goods.

If all else fails, you can list items online for free, or contact local op shops and find out where’s the best place to bring them. Only some stores accept appliances and white goods, so calling ahead is important to save you a wasted trip.

What is the Best Rubbish Removal Option?

Now that you know your waste management options and their main pros and cons, you can make an informed decision on the best one for you.

Being the most convenient, cost-effective, and flexible choice, many Aussies opt for skip bin hire from a reputable company like Jim’s Skip Bins. We take pride in offering upfront services, so when you book with us, you’ll know from the get-go how much it will cost, when we’ll be around, and where the waste will go after we’ve taken it away.

Of course, skip bins aren’t always perfect for everyone. If you’re downsizing your home and are getting rid of large amounts of toys and clothes, many charities in your area would be grateful for the donated goods. However, when it comes to genuine waste and rubbish or large unwanted goods, skip bin hire is the unbeatable choice. Skip hire makes rubbish removal as simple as filling your usual wheelie bin for collection, without transport or tip fees to worry about.

If you’ve got rubbish and need it gone, your best bet is to contact the team at Jim’s Skip Bins. With a huge range of skip bins available, Jim’s Skip Bins can help you dispose of rubbish responsibly.