Skip Bins for Waste Types

The team at Skip Bin Finder is conscious of the waste we handle and how we dispose of it. We are completely transparent and straightforward about our waste types to ensure your rubbish goes in the right place and remains environmentally and socially responsible.

It’s integral to get the right type of bin for the waste you want to dispose of, abide by strict waste facility guidelines, and avoid any additional charges.

What can never go in a skip bin?

The items which must never be put in a skip bin include the following –

• Asbestos
• Oil
• Paint
• Thinners
• Gas cylinders
• Hazardous/chemical waste
• Tyres
• Batteries
• Electronic waste

These items all pose a danger to the general public, to you, and to those people handling the skip bin. Furthermore, some items, such as batteries and electronic waste, are a fire hazard—they have been known to combust, causing fires within skip bins spontaneously.

Other things, such as asbestos, require specialist removal and disposal.

Be sure to take care when filling your skip bin to prevent accidental disposal of any of these items.

House clearances are particularly tricky as it is easy to miss a battery or old mobile phone when emptying old drawers or cabinets.

Go through the rubbish carefully, and if you find any flammable or dangerous substances, set them aside to be disposed of separately.

Most councils in Australia have special facilities that deal with electronic waste, tyres and liquids like oils and paint.

Contact your local council to learn more about disposing of these things locally.

Asbestos removal needs to be organised with a professional expert in the field. Asbestos removal requires specialist training and equipment as it is highly unstable and dangerous.

For more information on asbestos, including how to identify it, please visit a guide provided by Healthdirect Australia.

We recommend you follow our guide below when selecting the bin that fits your needs.