Ever since Steve Coogan’s hapless radio host asked the question during an episode of I’m Alan Partridge, “Who invented the skip?” has become a catchphrase much loved by fans of the show. AP repeatedly asks the question to one caller into his fictitious radio show, until the befuddled listener hazards a guess that the original […]
Five ways to make better use of your skip
We provide skip hire in Bolton and across Greater Manchester for all sorts of different projects, from house and garden DIY projects to professional refurbishments. Hiring a skip is a great way to get all the capacity you need for bulky waste materials, heavy waste or mixed materials, but there are a few things you […]
Hire a skip and don’t become a fly-tipping statistic
The latest fly-tipping statistics from Defra show an increase in illegal dumping of waste, most of which is from households, and an astonishing number of enforcement actions carried out in 2018-19. According to the report, in the 12 months ending March 2019, there were: Over a million fly-tipping incidents, up 8% year-on-year. A 2% increase […]
How hiring a skip could save you a fortune
If you’re short of space in your home, hiring a skip could save you a fortune compared with the cost of moving to a larger property. Hiring a skip for home clearances is a great way to give yourself some extra room to throw away the junk and clutter you don’t need. It allows you […]
3 ideas for wildlife-friendly garden upgrades
If you’re considering a long overdue garden upgrade, give some thought to your local wildlife and you could create a much-needed new habitat that brings daytime and nocturnal visitors to your property. There are plenty of ways to do this without disrupting your own enjoyment of the space, so why not hire a skip for […]
Make the most of empty rooms with north-west skip hire
If you have an empty bedroom or kids heading off to university this September, don’t miss out on the chance to add some liveable space or extra value to your home with the help of north-west skip hire. According to research by AA Financial Services, 37% of people in the north-west say they have no […]
Why are skip sizes given in bin bags?
When you hire a skip, you’ll notice the different skip sizes are given in two different ways. The first is cubic yards, and even though many other weights and measures now use the metric system, you’ll rarely see skip sizes quoted in cubic metres. It’s a bit of a throwback, but it’s the way it’s […]
Lockable bucket skip hire helps meet Waste Duty of Care Code of Practice
Everyone from householders to businesses is obliged to meet the terms of the Waste Duty of Care Code of Practice, and lockable bucket skip hire is an excellent way to do so particularly when you have to dispose of materials that are classed as non-household waste. The Code of Practice has additional rules for commercial […]
Five top tips for better DIY projects
Many of our Bolton skip hire customers are planning home improvements, and with the lighter evenings of summer coming up, it’s the perfect time of year to finish off any DIY projects you delayed during winter. Here are five top tips for things you should keep in mind when planning DIY projects, including a few […]
Low price skip hire brings jobs in on budget
At J Dickinson & Sons, we’re proud to offer low price skip hire in Bolton and across Greater Manchester, so you can bring jobs in on budget more often. With prices starting from £85, we make sure we meet the need for cheap skip hire in Bolton and the surrounding areas, while still giving you […]