If you have noticed a lot of junk and unnecessary rubbish piling up around your home, then it’s probably time to organise a skip bin hire in Wollongong. The process is usually straightforward, however, there are some things you need to consider beforehand to ensure that everything runs smoothly and without a hitch.
Make sure there is enough space
You’d be surprised how many people organise their skip bin hire in Wollongong without properly considering whether they have the space for it. If you live in a highly dense residential area, then chances are you’ll have to have the container delivered and placed on your nature strip or front garden (permitting which one is easier to access). If all the junk is in your backyard, then you’ll either have to transport it to the container yourself, or if possible, have the barrel delivered to your backyard (however, this is rare since most properties don’t have adequate side access to allow for the container to pass through).
Make sure you get the right size
There are different sizes available from your local council or provider. If you want to get the most out of your skip bin hire in Wollongong, then it’s probably best overestimate as opposed to underestimate. The last thing you want is to fill up the container too quickly and have a bunch of junk and rubbish left over.
Heavy items? Get a hinged door
Most of the containers available for skip bin hire in Wollongong are generic open-top barrels. However, if you have very heavy items (which you won’t be able to lift and tip into the container), you should get a model that has a hinged door. This means you can easily wheel the items into the container, reducing the risk of injury to anyone involved. A hinged door also makes it easier to pack your container as efficiently and practically as possible.
Organise the rubbish beforehand
Make sure that all the waste and junk has been neatly and clearly categorised. Anything with emotional value that you wish to keep shouldn’t be anywhere near the junk piles in case it gets tossed in by accident. If you have a hoarding problem, ask a friend for help when deciding what to toss and what to keep. It’s also important that you are aware of what you can and can’t put into your containers. When organising your skip bin hire in Wollongong, make sure you verify with your provider what is and isn’t allowed to be placed in the container.
What is allowed usually?
Most containers will accept construction waste and rubbish. This includes things like metal, steel, bricks, tiles, cement, piping, tiles, glass, insulation and other materials commonly used in construction and house renovations. Large construction companies are required to have these containers on site, as it streamlines workplace efficiency and reduces the risk of workplace injury.
Garden waste and green rubbish is also allowed in large waste containers. This includes things like grass clippings, stumps, weeds and tree branches. If you are doing a quick garden clean-out, you’ll probably only need a mini container. Likewise, you can also dispose of old furniture, such as old lounges, chairs, tables, sofas or home office furniture. If you plan on disposing of a lot of large furniture, make your container is large enough when organising your skip bin hire in Wollongong.
Finally, you can also get rid of unwanted electrical items and equipment in your waste containers. Things like old televisions, stereos, computer, phones, laptops and desktops can all be disposed of legally.
What is prohibited?
When organising your skip bin hire in Wollongong, there are certain items that are prohibited. You cannot dispose of the following in council containers:
- Paint
- Batteries
- Asbestos
- Chemicals
- Flammable materials
