If you’re carrying out work that has generated a lot of waste – perhaps you’re having a spring clear-out or renovating your home – then this will all need to be disposed of.
Arranging waste disposal for a large volume of items can be a hassle and you may be weighing up your options and trying to decide the best way to do it.
Two popular waste disposal methods are via skip or through your local recycling centre, but which is better? The team here at Woodford Recycling will be comparing how the two match up on a number of factors.
Convenience
When you dispose of waste at your local tip, you’ll have to physically transport it there yourself, as well as load, unload and sort it once you get there. This can prove stressful, especially if you have a small vehicle or a large amount of waste. In such cases, you’ll likely have to make multiple trips, which can be time-consuming and expensive, not to mention incredibly inconvenient.
By contrast, a skip can be placed right on your doorstep, meaning you can work entirely at your own pace. You won’t have to worry about transporting the waste anywhere either, as your skip hire company will handle delivery, collection and disposal.
Price
Council recycling centres are free to use, meaning they work out as a cost-effective option if you’re disposing of a small amount of waste. However, this doesn’t account for the cost of transporting your waste there, which can be expensive if you don’t live nearby or need to make repeated trips back and forth. It’s also important to check what type of waste is accepted at your local tip; hazardous waste may require specialist disposal, which can come at a cost.
However, can you really put a price on the convenience that skips provide? Although skip hire does cost more, there are some competitive quotes out there. Here at Woodford Recycling, we always strive to supply skips at a price that works for you.
Environmental impact
We should all be making an effort to be more sustainable, and this especially applies when disposing of waste. When you work with a trusted skip hire company like Woodford Recycling, we aim to maintain a 100% recycling rate. The waste from your skip will be carefully sorted, processed and recycled by our professionals without you having to lift a finger.
When you take waste to a recycling centre, you will need to sort it yourself and ensure you’re following the centre’s guidelines, which can often be confusing. Recycling may not be as much of a priority here, and certain types of waste may end up in landfill unnecessarily.
Flexibility
When you hire a skip, you’ll have 24/7 access to it, meaning you can dispose of waste as and when you need to. When you work with Woodford Recycling, we also work around your needs and can tailor your skip hire terms to suit your needs.
When you take waste to your local tip, you’ll have to work around their opening hours. Most recycling centres won’t open during the evening, which can be inconvenient for anyone with a 9-5 job.
Which is better?
The question of which is better depends entirely on the quantity and type of waste you need to dispose of. If it’s only a small quantity of household waste that can easily fit in your car, you may be best to opt for the tip. However, if you’re working on a large project that has generated an excessive amount of mixed waste, skip hire is a quick, convenient option that reduces hassle.
If you’re based in Cambridge, Huntingdon, Peterborough or the surrounding areas, save yourself a trip to the tip and take advantage of our convenient skip hire services. Give us a ring to find out more.