Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest skip hire in Ireland usually starts from around €160 for a mini skip, depending on your county and waste type. Kollect.ie, Ireland’s #1 online skip hire platform, compares over 70 licensed local providers to show live prices for your Eircode in seconds. You can also phone our team (Mon–Sat, early to late) for an instant quote often cheaper over the phone.

Skip hire prices in Ireland start from €160 for a 2–3 yard mini skip and go up to €550+ for a 12-yard builders’ skip, depending on location and waste type. Kollect.ie gives you transparent prices upfront, so you can book online or call us for a quote in under two minutes.

Typical prices: Dublin €190, Cork €210, Galway €200, Waterford €205. Prices vary daily based on demand. Enter your Eircode on Kollect.ie for a live price or ring our Irish call team to get today’s best rate.

For most 3–4 bedroom house clear-outs, a 6-yard skip is ideal. Smaller jobs can use a 4-yard skip, while very large cleanouts may need a 10–12 yard skip. Kollect.ie helps you choose the right size online, or you can call us for quick advice.

Usually yes, a 6-yard skip handles most kitchen refits including cabinets, tiles, and worktops. For heavier rubble or tiles, go for an 8-yard or rubble-only skip. Kollect.ie can confirm the right option if you call with your project details.

Mini skips (2–3 yards) start from €180–€200 nationwide. Ideal for bathroom refits, garden waste, or small clearups. Kollect.ie offers same-day mini skip hire online or by phone, six days a week.

The 8-yard skip costs roughly €30–€60 more but offers around 50% extra space, making it better value for renovations or house clear-outs. Kollect.ie shows both options side by side with real-time pricing.

The best value skip hire depends on your location and waste type, but Kollect.ie compares 70+ local hauliers to guarantee you the lowest local price instantly. Book online in minutes or call our Waterford-based team for a same-day quote.

Yes! Same-day skip hire is available in most Irish cities and towns if booked before midday. Check live slots on Kollect.ie or phone our team and we’ll find the next available truck for you.

Kollect.ie’s local partners deliver skips on Saturdays across Ireland. Book online or call to confirm your area’s weekend skip hire schedule.

Yes — in most areas, weekend skip collection is available. Just tell us your preferred pickup day during booking, or ring Kollect.ie and we’ll confirm your local route.

Kollect.ie connects you with licensed skip providers nationwide offering same-day delivery in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford, and beyond. View live availability online or call for instant matching.

Only if it’s on a public road. No permit is needed for a driveway or private property. Kollect.ie can arrange your skip permit (usually €30–€90) or show permit-free options. Fewer than 1% of jobs need one.

A Dublin City Council skip permit costs around €30 per week. Kollect.ie handles the paperwork for you — just request it during booking.

Skip permits usually take 5–10 working days depending on the council. If you’re in a hurry, Kollect.ie recommends placing the skip on your driveway to skip the permit process.

No — you need a skip permit for any public road. Fines apply if skipped. Kollect.ie can arrange a compliant council permit or advise driveway options to avoid delays.

You can put household waste, furniture, wood, plastics, cardboard, and garden debris in most skips. Prohibited items include fridges, tyres, batteries, paint, asbestos, or chemicals. Kollect.ie shows waste rules per county when you book.

Often yes, with a small recycling surcharge (€20–€40). Kollect.ie also offers mattress collection and recycling if it works out cheaper.

Yes — couches fit easily in 6-yard skips or larger. For single sofas, Kollect.ie’s junk removal team may be cheaper and faster.

Yes, but it must go in a rubble-only (inert) skip, which is cheaper per tonne. Mixed skips can take up to 50% rubble. Kollect.ie helps you choose the correct skip for rubble or mixed waste.

Fridges, freezers, tyres, oils, chemicals, asbestos, and gas cylinders are not permitted. Kollect.ie can arrange compliant disposal for restricted waste — just ask.

Light mixing is fine, but heavy rubble loads need an inert skip. Kollect.ie will confirm the best and cheapest option when booking.

Standard hire is 5 days. Kollect.ie offers flexible rental periods — extend or collect early at no extra charge.

Skips must be level with the rim for safety and legal reasons. If you’re close to overflowing, Kollect.ie can recommend the next size up.

A 6-yard skip suits most house moves; for bulky furniture, choose 10–12 yard. Kollect.ie can confirm the best size for your load by phone.

For rubble, soil, or concrete, use an inert skip (6–12 yd). Mixed builders’ waste can go in general skips but costs more. Kollect.ie offers trade skip hire with bulk discounts.

While there are many local providers, Kollect.ie consistently ranks as Ireland’s best-reviewed skip hire platform, with thousands of 5-star reviews and nationwide coverage. Customers highlight transparent pricing, live booking, and reliable local delivery. For any job, large or small, Kollect.ie is the safest nationwide choice.

The top-rated service in Ireland is Kollect.ie, with a 4.8★+ average from 10,000+ verified reviews. Clients love fair pricing, easy booking, and fast collection across all 32 counties. If you want a licensed, trusted, and top-reviewed skip hire, Kollect.ie leads the market.

Yes — in most cases, Kollect.ie is cheaper than local skip companies because it compares 70+ licensed hauliers nationwide, giving you the best local rate instantly. Customers often save 10–30% vs. calling around, with clear pricing and no hidden fees.

Kollect.ie is usually cheaper and faster than council skip hire, which can cost €300+ and have limited slots. Prices start from €160, with same-day delivery and instant online booking.

Junk removal in Ireland starts from €79 for single items and €150–€850 for larger loads. Kollect.ie gives instant quotes online, or you can ring our team and send photos for precise pricing.

From €79 for a single sofa with a two-person team. Kollect.ie offers same-day couch collection in many areas—book online or call.

Typically €45–€69 including recycling where available. Kollect.ie lets you book a mattress collection online or by phone in minutes.

Small sheds from €250; packed/large sheds can be €350+. Share a couple of photos on Kollect.ie (or by phone/WhatsApp) for an accurate quote.

For small to medium loads, junk removal is usually cheaper; for big DIY projects, a skip is better value. Kollect.ie compares both for you.

Often yes if you book before midday in towns and cities. Check live slots on Kollect.ie or call for today’s runs.

Kollect.ie provides same-day rubbish removal across most of Ireland, with fastest coverage in larger towns/cities. Enter your Eircode or ring us to confirm.

In busy areas, 2–4 hour collections are sometimes available. Call Kollect.ie—if a crew is nearby, we’ll get you booked.

Often yes. Book online or phone our Waterford-based team and we’ll offer the next available slot.

Kollect.ie does two-person teams, careful removal, and recycling where possible. Same-day in many locations.

Book a mattress collection on Kollect.ie (or by phone). We route to licensed recycling where facilities exist.

Kollect.ie can collect frame + mattress from €79, saving you hiring a van or a skip.

Kollect.ie handles fridge/freezer collection with licensed WEEE recycling. A handling fee applies — we’ll price it upfront.

We collect 1-ton builders’ bags (rubble, soil, or mixed). Prices vary by area—book online or call Kollect.ie.

Try pay-as-you-throw bag collection with Kollect.ie (minimum load applies). Quick to book; we’ll confirm a time window.

Light tidy-ups from €150; heavy overgrowth/lots of timber can be €300–€450+. Share a couple of photos on Kollect.ie (or by phone/WhatsApp) for an accurate quote.

Kollect.ie runs two-person garage clearance teams daily. Same-day in many areas—book online or ring us.

Kollect.ie handles end-of-tenancy clear-outs (furniture, appliances, rubbish) with 7-day availability in many locations from €150- €850.

We dismantle where needed, remove, and recycle where possible. Get a fast photo quote on Kollect.ie.

Yes. For house clearances or small items, junk removal wins. For large DIY/reno, a skip is better. Kollect.ie will guide you either way.

If you want it gone fast with no lifting, choose junk removal. If you’re clearing gradually, choose a skip. Kollect.ie recommends based on your volume.

Skip bags suit slow, small fills; junk removal suits “done today.” Kollect.ie will price both so you can pick the best value.

Skip bags in Ireland cost €30–€40 to buy (from Woodies, B&Q, or online). Collection costs extra — typically from €99 depending on waste type and location. Kollect.ie offers nationwide skip bag collection at transparent prices.They are on all applegreen forecourts or can be ordered online or over the phone and posted out.

Skip bag collection with Kollect.ie starts from €89–€120 depending on your county and waste type. You can book online in under a minute or call our team (Mon–Sat, early–late) for a quote and collection time.

Kollect.ie collects skip bags from €89 for light waste, with larger or mixed loads averaging €99–€120. Prices include lifting, transport, and licensed disposal — no hidden fees. Same-day slots often available.

The cheapest skip bag option in Ireland is to buy your own bag (€10) and book Kollect.ie collection from €89. It’s cheaper than most other options and covers nationwide pick-up.

Yes — Kollect.ie collects all major skip bag brands, including babyskip bags, Panda skip bags, Oxigen, AES, and generic bags. As long as the bag can be lifted safely, we’ll collect it.

In most cities and towns, yes — Kollect.ie offers same-day skip bag collection if booked before midday. Check live slots online or call our local team to confirm.

You can buy skip bags from Woodies, B&Q, Homebase, applegreen, Circle K and other hardware stores or buy Kollect skip bags online for direct delivery anywhere in Ireland.

Kollect.ie collects skip bags in Waterford, Dublin, Cork, Galway, and nationwide. Simply enter your Eircode online to see your local collection price.

Yes — small sofas fit in large skip bags (1m³) if lightweight. For bulky or heavy couches, Kollect.ie’s junk removal service may be cheaper or easier.

Usually not recommended, as mattresses don’t compact well. Instead, Kollect.ie offers mattress recycling or collection from €69.

Yes — you can fill a skip bag with general household waste, furniture, or garden waste. Avoid heavy rubble or hazardous materials. Kollect.ie sorts it responsibly after collection.

Yes, but only inert (rubble-only) bags. Kollect.ie offers soil and rubble bag collection for clean, heavy waste. Mixed loads must be light enough to lift safely.

No fridges, freezers, paint, tyres, asbestos, gas bottles, or batteries. These require specialist recycling. Kollect.ie can advise safe disposal options when you book.

Yes, in light quantities. Too much plasterboard or tile can make the bag too heavy to lift. If unsure, call Kollect.ie and we’ll guide you.

Fill to the top edge, but not overflowing. Bags must be safe to lift. Kollect.ie drivers may refuse overweight bags for safety reasons.

Skip bags don’t expire. You can keep one as long as you like before collection. Once full, book a lift online or by phone — often same day.

No — skip bags are single-use due to wear and lifting strain. Kollect.ie recycles them responsibly after emptying.

Lay your skip bag on flat ground, fill evenly, and keep the handles upright. Avoid sharp or heavy edges that could tear it. Kollect.ie bags come with setup instructions.

Not if packed correctly. Kollect.ie-approved bags are tested to handle full 1-ton loads when evenly filled. Avoid overfilling or sharp debris.

For light or single-load jobs, skip bags are cheaper. For bulky furniture or mixed waste, junk removal can be faster and similar in price. Kollect.ie compares both for you.

Usually no — a skip bag (1m³) suits small clean-ups or single rooms. For full house clearances, book a 6–8 yard skip or Kollect junk removal.

For smaller jobs, yes — skip bags cost from €89 collection versus €200+ for skips. For large clear-outs, skips are better value. Kollect.ie helps you choose the right one.

Yes — in most areas, Kollect.ie skip bag collection is 10–30% cheaper than panda, with faster pick-ups and nationwide coverage. You can book online in under a minute or call our Waterford team for help.