Same-day collection is available for urgent requests placed before 10:00 AM, subject to vehicle availability in your area. Standard bookings can be scheduled within 24-48 hours across all London boroughs.

For planned projects, we recommend booking 3-5 days in advance to secure your preferred time slot. Regular collections for ongoing construction work can be arranged on weekly or bi-weekly schedules. Contact us at +44 7413 972580 to check availability for your specific date and location.

We operate throughout Greater London, covering all 32 boroughs from central areas like Westminster and Camden to outer zones including Barnet, Bromley, and Hillingdon. Our depot location at 123 Liverpool Road, N1 0PS, allows efficient access to North, East, South, and West London.

Service is available in residential neighbourhoods, commercial districts, and industrial estates. We regularly work in areas such as Islington, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Southwark, Wandsworth, and Hammersmith. For projects outside Greater London, contact us to discuss extended service options.

Pricing depends on three main factors: volume of waste (measured in cubic metres or skip sizes), material type, and collection location. A standard 8-cubic-yard skip for mixed construction waste typically ranges from £200-£350 in central London, with variations based on access and permit requirements.

We provide fixed quotes before collection, with no hidden charges. Heavy materials like concrete and soil may incur additional fees due to disposal costs. Volume discounts apply for regular collections or multiple loads. Request a detailed quote through our website or by calling our office during business hours.

Yes, placing a skip on public roads or pavements in London requires a permit from your local council. Permits typically cost £20-£100 per week, depending on the borough and location. We can arrange permits on your behalf as part of our service.

If you have private property with adequate space, such as a driveway or front garden, no permit is needed. Our team assesses site access during booking to determine the best placement option. We handle all permit applications and ensure compliance with local regulations, including proper lighting and signage for street-placed skips.

For small bathroom or kitchen renovations, a 4-yard mini skip (approximately 40 bin bags) is usually sufficient. Medium projects like single-room extensions or garage conversions work well with 6-8 yard skips. Large-scale renovations or house clearances typically require 10-12 yard skips.

A standard 8-yard skip measures roughly 3.7m long, 1.8m wide, and 1.2m high. It holds about 80 bin bags of waste. Our team can recommend the appropriate size based on your project description. Overloading is not permitted for safety and legal reasons, so choosing the right capacity is important.

We handle collections from narrow streets, basement flats, upper-floor apartments, and sites with restricted vehicle access. For locations where standard skip lorries cannot reach, we use smaller vehicles or provide wait-and-load services where our crew manually loads waste directly into the truck.

Gated communities, conservation areas, and properties with parking restrictions require advance planning. Our team conducts site assessments to identify the best approach. Additional charges may apply for manual handling or extended loading times. Photos of the access route help us prepare appropriate equipment and crew size.

We cannot accept hazardous materials including asbestos, chemical containers, medical waste, batteries, fluorescent tubes, refrigerators containing CFCs, and contaminated soil. Paint tins must be empty and dry. Tyres, gas cylinders, and electrical items with hazardous components require specialist disposal.

These restrictions are mandated by environmental regulations and waste carrier licenses. For asbestos removal, we can recommend licensed specialists. Most construction materials, including treated timber, insulation, and standard building debris, are accepted. Contact us if you're unsure about specific items in your waste stream.

Our partner facilities achieve recycling rates of 85-90% for typical construction waste loads. Metals, timber, cardboard, and clean aggregates are separated and sent to recycling processors. Concrete and bricks are crushed for use as aggregate in new construction projects.

Mixed loads undergo mechanical sorting to extract recyclable materials. Only contaminated or non-recyclable residue goes to energy recovery or landfill as a last resort. We provide waste transfer notes documenting where your materials were processed, ensuring compliance with duty of care regulations. This approach reduces environmental impact while keeping disposal costs competitive.

We work with construction companies, property developers, shopfitters, and facilities managers across London. Services include scheduled collections for ongoing projects, emergency clearances, and coordinated multi-site operations. Our fleet can handle simultaneous collections at different locations.

Commercial clients receive dedicated account management, consolidated invoicing, and detailed waste reporting for environmental compliance documentation. We understand site access restrictions, working hour limitations, and health and safety requirements on commercial premises. Volume-based contracts offer cost savings for companies with regular waste generation.

We accept bank transfers, debit cards, credit cards, and cash payments. For residential customers, payment is typically required before or upon collection. Commercial accounts can be set up with 30-day payment terms after credit approval.

Online booking through our website allows secure card payment at the time of reservation. Invoices are sent via email to [email protected] with detailed breakdowns of services provided. VAT receipts are issued for all transactions. For regular customers, we can arrange monthly billing cycles to simplify accounting processes.

Standard hire periods are 7-14 days, which suits most renovation projects. Extended hire is available at daily rates if you need more time. For skips on public roads, permit duration limits the maximum hire period, typically 2-4 weeks depending on council regulations.

We recommend booking collection once your skip is full rather than waiting until the hire period ends. This prevents overfilling and potential fines. If your project timeline changes, contact us to adjust the collection date. Early collection within the hire period does not incur additional charges, though refunds for unused days are not provided.

Pivaru holds a valid Environment Agency waste carrier license, which is legally required for transporting construction waste. Our license number can be verified on the EA public register. We maintain comprehensive public liability insurance covering up to £5 million for property damage or injury claims.

All waste is delivered to licensed transfer stations and recycling facilities that meet environmental standards. We provide waste transfer notes as legal documentation of proper disposal. Our vehicles undergo regular safety inspections and comply with London's Low Emission Zone requirements. These credentials protect you from liability for improper waste handling.

Customers are responsible for skip security while on hire. Damage from overfilling, fire, or vandalism may result in repair charges. If a skip is stolen from your property, a police report is required, and replacement costs may apply depending on circumstances.

To minimise risks, we recommend placing skips in well-lit, visible locations and avoiding overfilling which can attract fly-tipping. For valuable or sensitive waste, consider hiring a lockable enclosed skip. Our skips are clearly marked with contact details. Report any issues immediately to our office at +44 7413 972580 so we can assist with resolution.

Mixed loads are accepted for general construction waste, which typically includes timber, plasterboard, packaging, metal, and light rubble together. This is the most cost-effective option for typical renovation projects where various materials are generated simultaneously.

However, separating heavy materials like soil, concrete, and bricks into dedicated skips can reduce costs, as these are charged differently due to weight. Clean, segregated loads also achieve higher recycling rates. If you're generating large quantities of a single material type, ask about segregated collection pricing. Avoid mixing prohibited items with acceptable waste to prevent rejection at the facility.

Our office at 123 Liverpool Road, London N1 0PS operates Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00, and Saturday from 10:00 to 14:00. We are closed on Sundays and bank holidays. Collections can be arranged throughout the week, including early morning or late afternoon slots to suit your schedule.

Contact us by phone at +44 7413 972580 during business hours for immediate assistance. Email enquiries sent to [email protected] are typically answered within 2-4 hours on working days. For urgent same-day requests, phone contact is recommended. Our website booking system is available 24/7 for scheduling future collections.