FAQ

Here are some of our frequently asked questions. 
If you have any questions that aren't listed here please contact us.
What cant I put in a skip bin?
We're unable to accept any of the following due to rules of dumping.
Asbestos, hazardous waste, installation material, liquids (paints, chemicals, oils), gas bottles, empty chemical containers, mattresses, tree trunks and food waste.
How long can i have the bin for?
The time frame ranges from 3 - 7 days, best discussed with us for a quote suitable for your needs. ​
How high can i fill the skip bin?
Skip bins must not be over flowing and must only be filled to the rim. Heavy fines are in place for drivers that have an overfilled skip bin.
What should I do with old paint?
Paint must be completely dried out then it can be included in your normal waste. ​
What can and can't be placed in the bins?
General Waste
​​Can add in:
Household Waste.
​Boxes
Wood 
Toys
White Goods
Cabinets
Clothes
Carpet
Can't add in:
Food waste that will rot or cause odour
Bricks
Concrete
​Soil
Asbestos
​Hazardous waste
Installation material
Liquids (paints, chemicals, oils)
Gas bottles
Empty chemical containers
Tree trunks

Builders or Renovations
​Can add in:
Waste from house clean up
Bricks
Concrete
General waste​
Can't add in:
​Asbestos
​Hazardous waste
Installation material
Liquids (paints, chemicals, oils)
Gas bottles
Empty chemical containers
Tree trunks

Dirt
​Can add in:
ONLY
Dirt
Soil
Sand 
​Can't add in:
​​​Anything that's not dirt, soil or sand.
​
Green Waste
​Can add in:
​Organic waste only
Grass clippings
Branches
Bark
Wood chips
Fence paling
​Can't add in:
Anything that's not organic waste

​Concrete
​Can add in:
Only
Bricks
Concrete
Can't add in:
Anything's that's not bricks or Concrete
Are skip bins only for work sites or renovations?​
​Skip bins are not just for work sites or renovations, they can also be used for one-off events like festivals and concerts. No matter what you're throwing out - bulky materials from the construction site, food scraps from a family get together, or broken furniture that needs to go ASAP. Skip bin services make it easier than ever to throw things away!
What is asbestos?
Asbestos is a mineral fibre that was widely used in building construction prior to the 1980s. It has been shown to cause mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis when it becomes airborne and people breathe it into their lungs.

If you are renovating or demolishing any structures built before the year 2000, there is a chance that your buildings contain asbestos. This can be very dangerous if this material isn’t handled properly during demolition or renovation work.

Skips Bins Cairns provides professional skip bin hire services for residential and commercial clients across FNQ but we do not take asbestos in our bins.
How do i load my skip bin
Please click here to see our tips on how to load a skip bin with ease.
What areas do you service?
Please see our service areas here
Disclaimer * Please note this is a referral website, all work will be completed by Top Skips*