When to Use an Enclosed Skip

Hiring a skip is one of the easiest and most convenient ways to tackle a wide range of waste clearance projects. Many businesses and homeowners choose the standard open skip, which usually provides you with everything you need to get the job done. There are times, however, when an enclosed skip is more beneficial.

In this article, we will be explaining what an enclosed skip is, the benefits it can provide to domestic and commercial customers alike, and when it’s best to hire one for your waste clearance needs.

What Is an Enclosed Skip?

An enclosed skip (also called a lockable skip) is fundamentally the same as an open skip, except that it incorporates a lid that covers the open side of the skip. This lid can be secured with a heavy-duty padlock to prevent access to the skip when not in use. The lid and the skip are constructed from the same hard-wearing material, ensuring that the entire product is safe and secure.

Benefits of an Enclosed Skip

The primary benefit of an enclosed skip is that nobody can access its contents once the lid has been closed and locked. This is an important consideration, particularly if the skip is going to be left on a public road rather than on private property. As the hirer of a skip, you are responsible for its contents, so it’s understandable that you would not want to risk someone injuring themselves on items you’ve discarded or leaving their own dangerous refuse in your skip.

When to Use a Lockable Skip

You can, of course, hire an enclosed skip for any waste removal job and benefit from the various advantages listed above. There are, however, some occasions where a lockable skip becomes a necessity rather than a convenient option.

To avoid fly-tipping

While most customers have their skip located on their property, if there is insufficient room, they may have to leave the skip on the road in front of their house. With an open skip, there is nothing preventing someone from depositing their own waste material in the skip. Not only are you liable for any dangerous items left in there, but you are also paying for the skip hire while someone else is taking advantage of it. With an enclosed skip, you can make sure the only waste that ends up there is your own.

You’re removing dangerous substances

Some waste materials can be dangerous. People can cut themselves on pieces of sheet glass, broken timbers, metal piping, mattress springs, and more. Even everyday waste materials like rubbish and old appliances can be dangerous if handled incorrectly. While you are hiring a skip, you are responsible for its contents and may be considered liable for any injuries incurred by people accessing the skip. A lockable skip can prevent such a situation from occurring.

You’re expecting inclement weather

It can be difficult to predict what the weather is going to be like from one day to the next. If you’re engaged in a clearance project that will take a few days, you may prefer to choose a lockable skip to prevent the contents from getting saturated or the skip from flooding. This is especially important if the materials are to be sent off for recycling or if you’re using the skip as a storage bin for building materials that need to be kept dry.

When to Use an Enclosed Skip: Final Thoughts

Whatever reason you might have for needing an enclosed skip in Bilston, Wolverhampton, or across the West Midlands, Black Country Skip Hire has you covered… literally! We have a selection of skips available for all manner of projects. To arrange a quick and reliable enclosed skip hire package, give the team a call today on 01902 494 452 or 01902 408 383.