Why Skip Bin Size Matters
Choosing the right bin size isn't just about jamming your garbage in there - it's a budget, timeline, and legality issue. Purchasing a too-small bin saves you money up front, but if you fill it up too quickly or overload it (which you legally can't do), you'll have to rent a second one or pay extra. Conversely, renting a bin that's way too big results in paying for unused capacity. For long-term or high-volume projects, this kind of miscalculation can add up fast.
Overloading isn't only illegal under Victorian transport law, it's dangerous as well. Bins shouldn't be loaded beyond the top rim, and certain kinds of rubbish can't be unevenly stacked or unsupported. That's why a well-informed choice on size is so important right from the start. When you have the right size bin, your site is cleaner, your job is simpler, and you're not caught off guard at pickup. That's why our team at Bin Corp always takes clients through estimates with their waste amount and recommend the most logical and cost-effective solution.
Understanding Bin Sizes and What They're Best For
Skip bins typically range from 2 cubic metres to 12+ cubic metres, each for a specific type of project. To better understand what this looks like, imagine 1 cubic metre being similar in size to 4 normal wheelie bins or one level load box trailer. Below is a summary of the most common bin sizes we supply at Bin Corp, and what they are normally used for:
2 Cubic Metre Bin
Best suited for: Small home cleans, clearing one room, or removing green waste. Think of it as an ideal option for weekend gardening jobs, small spring cleaning, or removing boxes and minor rubbish.
3-4 Cubic Metre Bins
Best suited for: Kitchen or bathroom renovations, shed cleans, or small office cleans. These bins offer a little extra room for bulkier objects, timber offcuts, furniture, and minor demolition materials.
6 Cubic Metre Bin
Ideal for: Medium-size refurbishments, roof replacements or house and building combinations of rubble. This will get rid of a lot of rubbish without taking up too much space on site. Perfect for anyone that is not sure about the quantity.
8 Cubic Metre Bin
Ideal for: Large house clearances, shop fit-outs, small building developments.This is your most in-demand choice for site managers and tradies looking to keep the number of changeovers to a minimum during busy work weeks.
10-12 Cubic Metre Bins
Ideal for: Full house demolitions, commercial strip-outs, large building sites. These are your heavy-use bins. They're ideal for sites with high volumes of waste on a daily basis. Tip: due to weight factors, some of these larger bins won't take heavy materials like soil or concrete.
When you make your decision, don't forget about accessibility - especially if the bin is being placed on a driveway or narrow laneway. Our service always ensures your bin will be dropped off and set up safely no matter what size.
What Type of Waste are You Disposing Of?
Bricks, tiles, timber, steel, plasterboard, and concrete make up Construction and Renovation Waste. They are dense and heavy. Overweighting a bin is not recommended - no matter how much room there might be at the top. Small bins (like 4 or 6 cubic metres) can sometimes be preferable for heavy waste, due to truck weight limitations.
Mixed Waste is a combination of domestic and construction waste. This is generally used in clear-outs or renovations. Bin Corp helps sort and recycle as much as we can from the mixed loads, and we ensure that we dispose of it responsibly.
Soil or Clean Fill bins are used for earthmoving work or excavation work. These are heavy and may require a dedicated bin with lower capacity because of road transport weight restrictions.
Dangerous materials like chemicals, gas cylinders, batteries, or asbestos cannot be loaded into standard skip bins. If you're doing a job with materials that you think will be the aforementioned, ring our personnel prior to arranging.
By knowing what kind of waste you are dealing with, you can better estimate the room you'll employ - and avoid having to order more than one bin or shell out for inadmissible dumping.
How Long Will You Be Needing the Bin For?
While skip bin capacity is important, so is project duration. A little bin might get you through for a day of blitzing, but if you're working on your project for weeks, you may require a larger bin - or a more flexible pickup schedule. At Bin Corp, we have short-term and long-term hiring options. For the majority of our residential clients, 2 to 4 days is enough for a renovation or clear-out. For builders or commercial operators, we can arrange weekly pickups, multiple bin swaps, or fixed-term arrangements depending on your needs. Timeframes also affect volume. If your project extends over a few weekends or is weather-sensitive (like outdoor landscaping), it's usually best to size up in anticipation of higher waste. If you're unsure, our team is always happy to advise you on your project timeframe and scope. We'll spare you the hassle of over-filled bins or having to collect them at short notice.
Why Bin Corp Makes Skip Bin Sizing Easy
We know that estimating how much waste a project will generate isn't always easy - especially for first-time customers. That's why we've built our service around simplicity, reliability, and expert advice.
When you engage Bin Corp, we'll ask the correct questions to establish your needs: What kind of project are you working on? What kind of waste is going into the bin? How long do you require the bin for? And then, we'll recommend the ideal size and type - no guesswork required. We also take pride in clear prices, rapid delivery throughout Melbourne, and environmentally friendly disposal methods. All our bins that we collect are sorted and handled according to procedure, with recyclable materials sorted out from landfill where feasible. Whether you're doing a garden refresh, a kitchen demolition, or a full-site cleanup, choosing the right bin size is the first step toward a smoother, cleaner, more cost-effective project. And with Bin Corp, you've got a partner who'll get it right the first time.
Need help choosing the right skip bin size? Call the Bin Corp team today or buy online and allow us to take you to the perfect bin for your job - without the guesswork, delays, or mess.