Extra Small Skip
2.5 Yard
Good for a small garage clear-out
~25 to 30 bin bags
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cork's small-skip specialists
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From €282, all-in: delivery, collection & VAT included. 2,500+ five-star reviews.
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Important: No soil or construction waste is permitted in our 2.5-yard or 4-yard skips.
Small Skip
4 Yard
Good for a minor home clear-out
~30 to 40 bin bags
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Medium Skip
6 Yard
Good for a kitchen refit or renovation
~50 to 60 bin bags
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XL Skip
14 Cubic Yard
Approx. 3.13m × 1.57m × 2.1m, for large construction projects
~140 bin bags
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Hiring a Skip in Cork
Cork covers a lot of ground: a busy city, spreading suburbs, market towns and a wide rural hinterland. No two jobs need quite the same thing, so we hire skips throughout the county for everything from a weekend clear-out to a long-running build.
In the city or well outside it, the promise is the same. The skip turns up when we said it would, the price is the price, and the size actually suits the work.
Cork books small skips at nearly double the national rate, almost half of all orders here. Terraced streets in the city, compact driveways in Ballincollig and Douglas, and plenty of one-room jobs make the small skip the local favourite. Prices start from €282 with VAT, delivery, collection and disposal included.
We cover the county at town level, more than 70 Cork locations carry their own pricing in our system, from Blackpool and Bishopstown out to Bandon, Cobh, Mitchelstown and Skibbereen, so the price you're quoted is Cork-specific, not a national average.
Areas We Cover in Cork
We serve Cork City and county, including:
- Douglas, Bishopstown, Ballincollig, Midleton, Carrigaline, Mallow, Bandon, and surrounding areas.
Typical Skip Jobs in Cork
- Renovations and home refurbishments
- Construction and builders' waste
- House and garage clear-outs
- Farm and rural property waste
- Commercial waste removal
Skip hire coverage across Cork
Kollect's expansive fleet ensures comprehensive skip hire services across the entirety of County Cork. Our presence is strong in Cork City and its suburbs, providing efficient waste management solutions in these bustling urban areas. We extend our services to key locations in the county, including the western towns like Skibbereen, the northern area of Mitchelstown, and the southeastern town of Cobh. This strategic coverage demonstrates our commitment to reaching every corner of County Cork, from its major centres to its quieter towns. With Kollect, residents and businesses across the county can rely on accessible, dependable skip hire services, simplifying waste management regardless of their location.
Cork waste in numbers
- Cork County averages 12,600 household skip collections per year*.
- Across the County of Cork the average total household waste processed for the year amounted to 169,289 tonnes.
- By county, Cork processes the 2nd highest amount of waste in Ireland.
Skip prices by town in Cork
Ballincollig from €282, Carrigaline from €282, Cobh from €282, Clonakilty from €282, Youghal from €282
Book a skip in Cork and get the waste off site quickly.
Skip hire vs junk removal in Cork: what's the difference?
Would you like someone to do the heavy lifting for you? Here's the quick difference: choose skip hire if you want to load waste yourself over a few days, or choose junk removal if you'd like our crew to do all the lifting for you.
Junk Removal
You want us to do the lifting, often same-day.
- Two-man crew, all loading included
- Same or next-day available
- Takes fridges, mattresses, electricals
From €82, same-daySwitch To Junk Removal →
Skip Hire
You want to load it yourself, at your own pace.
- Load when it suits you
- Space on the drive or road
- Job spreads over a few days
From €282, 5-day hireSee Skip Prices & Book →
Not sure which? Call us and we'll pick for you in under a minute.
Call 01 697 2259How skip hire works
Three steps. No paperwork. No surprises.
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1
We Deliver
Your skip arrives on the day you chose. You don't need to be home.
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You Fill
Load it when it suits. 5-day hire as standard, extend any time.
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We Collect
One call and we take it away. 90%+ is diverted from landfill.
Why 2,500+ Irish homeowners picked Kollect
No fluff, no hidden extras: just the things that matter.
- All-In PricingVAT, delivery, collection and disposal. No surprise fees at the end.
- Cork CoverageLocal suppliers across Cork, one Irish number. Same service wherever you are.
- 4.8★ From 2,500+ ReviewsIreland's most-reviewed skip hire service, on Google and TrustIndex.
- 90%+ RecycledRecycling built in, not bolted on. A cleaner, greener skip.
- Flexible HireNeed an extra day? Just call. No awkward forms, no admin.
- Pay How You LikeVisa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, Klarna.
What goes in, what doesn't
Quick guide so you don't have to wonder, with a link below to the full size guide if you want the detail.
You Can Load
- Rubble
- Bulky furniture
- Soil
- Metal
- Gravel
- Wood
- Building material
- Garden waste
- Black refuse bags
- Loose rock
You Can't Load
- Fridges / freezers
- TVs & electricals
- Mattresses
- Paint & paint tins
- Tyres
- Asbestos
- Batteries
- Plasterboard
- Gas cylinders
- Oil, petrol, diesel
Got something on the "Can't Load" list? We can still collect it. Our junk removal crew takes everything a skip can't.
What Cork customers say about us
★★★★★✓ Verified"The guys were very efficient removing a very large 3 seater and 2 seater leather sofas. I would definitely use this service again. Thanks. John Murray, Cork."
JJohn M. · Cork · Jan 2026
★★★★★✓ Verified"Kollect were amazing. Very friendly and efficient service. I would highly recommend them"
MMichelle J. · Mar 2026
★★★★★✓ Verified"Great service. I find the junk collection service so convenient."
LLeah C. · Mar 2026
Skip hire near Cork
Neighbouring counties, each with its own local pricing and availability.
Cork skip hire questions, answered
Permits, prices, sizes and delivery days for Cork, answered by the team that books them.
Do I need a skip permit in Cork?
Only for skips on public roads or footpaths. Inside the city boundary that permit comes from Cork City Council; elsewhere it's Cork County Council. On a driveway or private site, no permit is required.
How much is skip hire in Cork?
From €282 all-in, including VAT, delivery, collection and disposal. Because small skips dominate Cork orders, typical spend here sits below the national average for an equivalent job.
Why are small skips so popular in Cork?
Access. Cork's terraced streets and tight suburban driveways favour the small skip, and at 48% of local orders, about twice the national rate, it's the default for clear-outs and single-room projects. Midi and builder sizes are available everywhere too.
Do you deliver to West Cork?
Yes. Skibbereen, Bandon and the western towns are priced individually in our system alongside the city and suburbs, so coverage runs the full length of the county, with next-day slots on most routes.
How long can I keep a skip in Cork?
The standard hire runs five days, which covers most jobs comfortably. Need longer? Call us and we will extend the hire; flexible hire is part of the service, and collection is only booked when you tell us the skip is ready.
Which sizes are available for Cork skip hire?
Everything from a 2.5 yard mini (25 to 30 bin bags) to a 14 yard XL (up to 140 bin bags). Availability per size depends on the local supplier, and the checkout only shows sizes genuinely bookable in Cork. Larger builder sizes (10 to 35 yards) can be arranged where the local supplier carries them; ask when booking.
What about heavy waste like soil, stone or concrete?
Ring us before booking: heavy inert waste is accepted by some local suppliers and refused by others, and mixing it with light waste can change the price. We will match you with the right supplier and skip in one call.
What happens to the waste collected in Cork?
Every skip goes to a licensed facility where the load is sorted, and over 90% of material is diverted from landfill. Metal, timber, cardboard and inert material are separated into recycling streams as standard.
Is the online price really the final price?
Yes. VAT, delivery, collection and disposal are all inside the quoted figure, and payment is taken securely by card at booking. Nothing is measured, weighed or invoiced afterwards.
Is a skip the right choice for my Cork job?
If the waste arrives over days or weeks, yes. For context, in Cork skips start at €282, junk crew collections start at €82, and skip bags from €115. If everything is already in a pile and you would rather not load it, price the crew option before you decide.
Where can the skip be placed at my property?
Anywhere the delivery lorry can safely reach: a driveway, yard or site entrance is ideal, and on private ground no permit is needed. Only a public-road placement needs a permit from Cork City Council.
Can I get a skip tomorrow in Cork?
Usually. Since 3 suppliers cover the county, next-day slots are standard on the main routes through Cork City and Ballincollig; more rural addresses can take an extra day. You see and confirm the real date before paying.
Why do skip prices differ between towns in Cork?
Each town is served by whichever suppliers genuinely cover it, so the floor price moves with the local haulage: Ballincollig from €282, Carrigaline from €282, Cobh from €282, Clonakilty from €282, Youghal from €282. The checkout always shows the figure for your own address, and the county from-price is simply the cheapest anywhere in Cork.
Prefer to just talk to someone?
You're not the only one. Most of our Cork customers call. It's often faster than booking online, especially if you're not sure what size, or if junk removal might suit you better. €15 off when you book by phone. A real person answers, usually within 15 seconds.