Choose the Right Skip Bin for Your Home Decluttering Project

Are you struggling to find space in your home due to a buildup of clutter? It's probably time for a declutter project. You won't be alone, however. According to the Choosi Clutter Report, Australians have nearly $60 billion worth of items that they no longer use.

That's a lot of taken up space!

If you plan to hire a skip bin for your decluttering project, you need to evaluate your disposal needs accurately beforehand. Skip bins come in a variety of sizes. It is essential then that you choose the right skip bin for your home declutter project.

The following tips will help you to choose the appropriate skip bin for your upcoming clutter removal project and protect it from illegal dumping.

Before you order your skip bin, you should consider how you plan to load it. The most common type of skip bin found in driveways across Australia is the marrel skip bin. A marrel skip bin can be as small as 2 cubic metres and usually has high sides. When it comes to household clearances and garden waste, a marrel skip bin is usually sufficient.

However, if you work alone, have a tight deadline or have a physical disability, you should consider hiring a skip bin when you have someone there to assist you. This will allow you to dispose of your household clutter quickly and easily and speed up the process. Moreover, you'll be able to use a wheelbarrow to speed up the process.

If you have a lot of clutter to dispose of, consider a larger skip bin. Skip bins come in sizes as large as 9 cubic metres, which fits about 36 to 63 wheelie bins’ worth of rubbish. For a medium-sized skip bin, choose one that’s about 5 cubic metres.

Moreover, if you decide to order a skip bin, please ensure that you inform your skip bin provider as soon as possible. Skip bin services, such as Green Bins, can supply you with a skip bin to suit your needs, but you should let them know before finalizing your order.

Another important consideration is illegal dumping. How confident are you that your neighbours won't use your skip bin as a free dumping ground? If you place your skip bin on the nature strip, it will be especially vulnerable to illegal dumping. The same applies if your driveway is easily accessible to the public.

If your neighbours use your bin for their rubbish, you might not have as much space for your own. In addition, other people might not be as conscientious as you are about adhering to restrictions. For instance, they might place banned materials in your skip bin, including food, hazardous chemicals and liquids.

To prevent your skip bin from becoming a dumping ground, consider securing a tarp over the opening. Also, have the skip bin company drop off your bin as close to your home as possible in a well-lit part of your yard. These measures will deter others from using it illegally.

If you have a good relationship with your neighbours, then you can casually bring up your decluttering project. Mention that you are hiring a skip bin, and talk about how you have to be careful not to go over the weight limit or place prohibited items in the bin. This conversation will make it clear to your neighbours that they should not use your skip bin for their own purposes.

Are you planning to declutter your house in the coming weeks? Ensure that you evaluate your disposal needs before choosing your skip bin.