Which Waste Items Should Not Go Into a Skip Bin?

Skip Bin Finder has a solution for most waste types. Our range of skip bins come in different sizes and different colours. This makes it simple for our customers to select the right skip bin for the job.

However, there are certain items which you should never put in a skip bin.

This could be due to the material being unstable, toxic or a fire hazard.

In these cases, there is always an alternative. Most local councils have special arrangements in place to assist home and business owners to dispose of dangerous waste in a safe manner.

Here is a list of what should never be placed in a skip bin –

• Any liquids – this includes oil and paint
• Foods such as meat, fish or vegetables
• Broken televisions
• Batteries
• Animal waste
• Medical waste
• Large items which may fall out of the skip bin

If you have furniture to dispose of, it should always be broken down before being placed into the skip bin. It’s fine to add timber pieces and textiles to mixed waste skip bins but treated timber, such as varnished or timber with painted parts should never be placed in the green skip bins.

Asbestos removal and disposal

Asbestos is highly unstable and always dangerous to handle. No amount of care will result in a non-specialist being able to handle it safely.

You should never attempt to remove or package asbestos yourself. Always seek the assistance of a professional asbestos removal company or your local council.

Asbestos removal and storage needs specialist equipment and procedures. If you are aware of asbestos in or around your property, avoid the area until you are told otherwise by your asbestos removal specialist.

Skip bins from Skip Bin Finder New Zealand are available for a huge range of waste types. If you need help to decide which skip bin is best for your needs, please get in touch with our team today.