Extra Small Skip
2.5 Yard
Good for a small garage clear-out
~25–30 bin bags
€224.99
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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
~30–40 bin bags
€259.99
Medium Skip
6 Yard
Good for a kitchen refit or renovation
~50–60 bin bags
€439.99
XL Skip
14 Cubic Yard
Approx. 3.13m × 1.57m × 2.1m · large construction projects
~140 bin bags
€579.99
Skip Hire in Cork
Cork's mix of city, suburbs, towns, and rural areas means skip hire needs to be flexible. We provide skip hire across Cork for everything from small home projects to large construction jobs.
Whether you're working in Cork City or further afield, our service is built around prompt delivery, straightforward pricing, and the right skip size for the job.
Skip Hire Services Across Cork
We serve Cork City and County, including:
- Douglas, Bishopstown, Ballincollig, Midleton, Carrigaline, Mallow, Bandon, and surrounding areas.
Common Skip Hire Uses in Cork
- Home renovations and refurbishments
- Construction and builder's waste
- Full house and garage clear-outs
- Farm and rural property waste
- Commercial waste removal
Book skip hire in Cork with confidence and get your waste handled quickly.
Skip Hire vs Junk Removal - 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 €75 · 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 €195 · 5-day hireSee Skip Prices & Book →
Honestly not sure? Call us and we'll pick for you in under a minute.
Call 01 697 2259How Skip Hire Works. Honestly, It's This Simple.
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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2
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.
- Nationwide CoverageAll 26 counties, 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.
A Few Nice Things Our Cork Customers Say.
★★★★★✓ Verified"Johnny (Cork) was fab. So helpful and tidy. Very happy with service. Will order again."
CC W. from Cork · Jan 2025
★★★★★✓ Verified"Hi. Want to say a quick thanks for the collection yesterday in Emmet St In Mallow. Thanks to Johnny for the collection and also Jordan. Kollect is very easy and pragmatic to deal with and I will most certainly use your services again so thanks all"
DDan M. from Cork · Nov 2024
★★★★★✓ Verified"Prompt and straightforward for removal of a king sized mattress by Deco in Cork"
JJames W. from Cork · Nov 2024
Quick Answers For Cork.
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 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 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.
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.
What is included in Kollect's skip hire price?
Delivery, collection, disposal and VAT. No hidden
extras. If you need an extra day, just call, we'll sort
it.
How long can I keep a hired skip in Ireland?
Standard hire is 5 days. Need more time? Call us before
collection and we'll extend it.
Do I need to be home when my skip is delivered?
No. Just tell us where to place it. Most of our
customers aren't home when the skip arrives.
Do I need a permit to hire a skip in Ireland?
Only if the skip is going on a public road. If it's on
your driveway or property, no permit needed. Call us if
you're not sure, we'll check.
What items are not allowed in a skip in Ireland?
No fridges, freezers, TVs & electricals, mattresses,
paint, tyres, asbestos, batteries, plasterboard, or
liquids. Got one of these? Our
junk removal service takes all of
them.
What happens if I overfill a hired skip?
The skip must be level-loaded, no higher than the rim.
Overfilled skips are unsafe to transport and can't be
collected. If you've got more than you thought, call us
and we'll upsize or add a second skip.
Can I share a skip hire with my neighbour in Ireland?
Absolutely. You just split the cost between you. One
address for delivery is all we need.
Still have a question? Call us, we're happy to chat. Call 01 697 2259 · Read the full skip hire guide →
Prefer To Just Talk To Someone?
You're not the only one. Most of our 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.