Summer is the perfect time to enjoy your garden. However, you might not have had the chance to get it all cleared and ready. Or, it might have been a few weeks and suddenly become massively overgrown. Whatever the case, it is a good idea to clear it while we’ve got some nicer weather. We can help if you do take on a project, arranging skip hire in Hartlepool and other areas so it is very easy to get rid of waste.
If you are taking on a summer garden clearance, we have some really useful tips for you. They’ll make the job easier and can save you money in the process.
Waste streams
Firstly, you need to think about the waste you will produce. There will likely be three distinct types; green, general, and hazardous. It is important to know what goes in each of them and how to get rid.
Green waste is the majority of what you’ll be clearing from your garden, including grass and hedge trimmings, branches, and plants (even weeds). The tip is to think of anything that is biodegradable. Most of it can go in a skip. Be careful with things like tree trunks though; they may be too large.
General waste is the majority of the other things you may have to throw away from the garden, including old wood from fences or sheds, paving and bricks, and plant pots. Soil is included here too. Many people wrongly think it would be green waste, but the fact it can be contaminated works against it. Most general waste can go in a skip.
Finally, hazardous garden waste is anything that could cause harm. This includes treated wood (including some types of paint), fertiliser, and pesticide/herbicide. If you’re planning skip hire in Hartlepool to deal with the rubbish from your garden clearance, keep in mind you can’t put any hazardous waste in skips; it needs proper disposal to ensure it doesn’t harm anyone or the environment.
Compaction
A skip is typically the best way to deal with green and general waste from garden clearances. It is a convenient, cost effective option. Even better, it helps the environment too, especially if you choose a company that prioritises sorting and recycling.
You can potentially save on the cost of skip hire if you’re careful too. What you should do is compact the waste as much as you can. It is quite easy with many things, especially green waste. You may have to cut down branches, but the extra effort will be worth it. The same goes for long pieces of wood. If you have furniture or other old products you can break down, that will help too. Fill any voids with soil or grass so you don’t waste space.
Get a rough idea of how long it will take and the skip you will need
Waste from garden clearances can build up very quickly, especially when gardens are overgrown. It can make it difficult to get an accurate idea of how much rubbish you’ll produce and how long the project will take. So, it can make it hard to estimate when to get a skip, how long you’ll need it, and the size.
The best tip we have here is to clear a small piece of your garden and see how long it takes. Then, you can do an estimate for clearing it all. It should help you to roughly plan your project and see how much rubbish you will have. Then, you can choose a suitable skip. Keep in mind it is better to have a little space left over in a skip than underestimate massively and have to order another one.
Choose the best skip hire in Hartlepool
L&C Skip Hire has the perfect services for garden clearances and more. You can come to us for different size skips, including small models for projects with a little bit of rubbish as well as larger builder’s skips. You can even ask us for advice about sizing if you are unsure of anything.
So, contact us to arrange skip hire in Hartlepool or book via our website. We can provide fast services to suit most needs.