The Most Unusual Things Found in a Skip Hire
If you’ve ever had the fortune to have to hire a skip for either business or home use, then you’ll know that not everything that you throw in it is going to end up where you want it. In fact, as with most things in life, there are going to be some things that simply shouldn’t go in a skip at all. The good news is, if you have anything unusual that needs disposing of, some companies offer ‘skip hire services’ just for those very things! Read on and find out more about the weirdest things we’ve come across while working in the industry
Old Computers
When a computer is no longer of any use, we might think about getting it fixed or throwing it into the bin, but we don’t often think about getting it out of the house and into the skip. However, it seems that many people choose to do this, as skips across the UK are often filled with old, broken computers. These contain very harmful chemicals, and if not disposed of properly, they can cause major problems in our environment. If you don’t have a business that deals with electronic waste, be sure to avoid getting your old computers thrown out. There are plenty of companies who will take them off your hands and destroy them properly.
Broken Furniture
If you’ve ever broken furniture in your life, then you’ll know that there is no easy way to get rid of it. You’ll either have to try to sell it, or you’ll have to throw it out. However, if you’ve ever tried to throw broken furniture out, you’ll know why a lot of people choose to throw it in the skip instead. Broken furniture is very hard to get rid of, and most companies will charge you for taking it off your hands. If you can’t bear to see it go to waste, you could always try to fix it up and re-purpose it. If you have broken furniture that is in good condition, you could try to sell it online, or you could donate it to a charity shop.
Asbestos
Asbestos is a toxic material that was commonly used in building and construction in the past but wasn’t properly dealt with when it came to demolition and disposal. Asbestos is known to cause health problems such as cancer and mesothelioma, and exposure to it should be avoided at all costs. If your home was built before the 1980s, there is a high chance that it contains asbestos. If this is the case, you’ll need to hire a professional removal company to take it out before you can renovate or demolish the building. Many companies deal with asbestos. If you discover that your building contains it, be sure to hire one that is licensed to carry out the work.
Modern Art
If you’re an artist, you know how expensive materials can be, and you also know how difficult it is to get your work noticed. Unfortunately, a lot of artists choose to make their name by creating art out of unusual items, like food, or anything else that is easily sourced. Skips are full of these materials, and so a lot of artists find themselves with a skip full of their artwork. If you’re an artist, don’t worry, there are plenty of places that will take your artwork off your hands. You could always try to sell your art online, or you could donate it to a local museum or gallery. Some charities accept donations of art and sell them to raise funds for their work.
Car Parts
If you’ve ever taken a car to a scrapyard, you’ll know that they are picky when it comes to the parts that they choose to take. Depending on the car and the condition it’s in, you may only get a few pounds for it. A lot of scrap yards will take any car parts off your hands, but they won’t always pay you for them. If you have any car parts that need disposing of, you could try your luck at the local scrap yard. Alternatively, you could try selling them online, or you could try to donate them to a charity that recycles car parts.
Concluding Thoughts
Whether you’re hiring a skip for work or home use, you should be aware of what should and shouldn’t be put in it. If you’re struggling to decide what to throw away, there are plenty of places that will take anything and everything off your hands for free. Remember, if you’ve got something that you don’t know what to do with, don’t try to get rid of it yourself. Instead, hire a skip and get it out of your life for good.
