SPRING is one of the busiest times of the year at Bingo skips.
Internal sales and marketing manager Sargon Raoul said this season and Christmas saw a lot of demand for skips.
"Spring cleaning is still popular among householders as they get busy preparing for the new season, and Christmas is where families and householders get the house looking good and fit for visitors," he said.
Mr Raoul offered several tips to help people choose the right bin for their needs.
■Items: Make sure all materials or items going into the skip are suitable contents for a skip bin. In doing so, you will be able to have a better understanding of how much waste you will need to put in the skip. Once you have worked out what can go in the skip, it's always best to figure out what would be the biggest item that will go in the bin and work from there.
■Bundle: Where possible, place all items to be removed in one place close to where a skip would be positioned. This will make it visually easier for you to size up your waste and choose the right-sized skip.
■Estimate: In cubic metres, estimate the size of skip bin you would need for the materials you are disposing of.
■Access: Figure out what access you have for a truck to back into for the bin delivery. There's no point in getting a big skip if you do not have the space for it. Measure the width of your driveway and check for overhanging power lines, for example.
■Placement: Think about where you want the bin placed. Will you need it placed on the road or do you have room on your driveway? Every council is different in the way it operates. Some require you to get a permit for placement of skip bins in public areas, such as roads and footpaths. Some charge a fee or bond. If it needs to go on the road, ensure the company you are using is registered with the local council. It's also a good idea to have the bin close to the waste for easy loading. You may find it's better to go for a smaller bin as you can place it in an easier position to load.
Details: bingogroup.com.au, 1300 424 646.
