Frequently Asked Questions
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Here are the most common questions people ask before booking a trailer skip with Monsta. If you are still unsure, you can always call Danny for straight advice before you book.
About Trailer Skips and Mobile Skip Bins
What are trailer bins or trailer skips?
Trailer skips are skip bins mounted on a registered trailer. They sit on wheels instead of steel feet, are delivered with a smaller vehicle and can be moved into tighter spaces than standard skip bins. They are ideal for household junk, green waste, business waste and light trade waste, but have a load limit of around 1500 kilograms so they are not designed for heavy demolition loads.
What is a cubic metre?
One cubic metre is one metre long, one metre wide and one metre high. As a rough guide, one cubic metre is similar to about four standard wheelie bins. Your 4m³, 5m³ and 6m³ trailer skips are simply that many cubic metres of internal volume.
What sizes are your trailer skip bins?
We offer three sizes of trailer skips: 4m³, 5m³ and 6m³. Each size fits in a standard driveway or parking space and is driveway-safe because it sits on tyres. For measurements and example jobs, see our skip bin sizes guide.
What You Can and Can’t Put in the Skip
What type of rubbish can I put in the skip bin?
You can load household junk, furniture, lounges, appliances, toys, packaging, cardboard, light business waste, office junk and green waste without soil. Light renovation waste such as timber off-cuts, gyprock, metal and small amounts of mixed trade waste can also go in, as long as the weight limits are respected. For a full breakdown of accepted items, see our types of waste page.
What is household junk and what is trade waste?
Household junk is lightweight waste from homes and offices such as furniture, whitegoods, toys, clothes, boxes and general clutter. Trade waste is building and construction material like timber, tiles, gyprock, metal, joinery, carpet, flooring, pallets and site protection materials. Trade waste is heavier, so it is priced differently. For more detail, visit our waste types guide.
Can I place brick, concrete and soil in the trailer bin?
Small amounts of bricks, concrete, tiles and rubble are fine if booked under trade and construction waste and kept within the weight limits. Larger quantities of masonry or soil are very heavy and must be discussed before booking. We only use our 4m³ trailer skip for masonry loads and cap it at around 2 cubic metres and under 2000 kilograms.
What can’t I put in the trailer skip?
You must not put in liquids, paint, oils, fuel, asbestos, chemicals, gas bottles, car batteries, any type of food waste, medical waste, animal remains or any hazardous or flammable materials. These items need special handling and cannot go in a mobile skip bin. Check our unacceptable waste list on the types of waste page if you are unsure.
What happens if I mix household junk with trade waste?
Mixed loads that contain trade or construction waste are charged at trade waste rates, because the material is heavier and more expensive to dispose of. If you have a mix of household junk and trade waste, let us know so we can advise which option will work best for your job.
Hire Time, Pricing and Payments
How many days is included in the hire?
Standard hire includes seven days. This gives you a full week to load the trailer skip at your own pace.
How many days can I keep the bin for?
Seven days are included in your price. If you need extra time, you can extend the hire for an additional daily fee, charged per extra day the bin stays on site. If you think you will need longer, mention it when you book.
Do you require upfront payment?
Yes. Payment is required upfront to confirm your booking. This secures your delivery date and bin size.
How can I pay for the bin hire?
You can pay using standard card payment methods at the time of booking. If you prefer to discuss payment options, call Danny before you confirm your hire.
What happens if I overload the bin?
If the load is above the safe weight limit or piled too high above the rim, we may not be able to transport it safely. Extra waste may need to be removed, or additional weight charges may apply where permitted. Our pricing page explains included weight, overload fees and maximum load limits.
Placement, Permits and Access
Can I leave the trailer bin on the road?
In many cases you can place a registered trailer skip on the street, subject to local parking rules and clearances. Because the bin is on a trailer, a council skip permit is generally not required, but standard road rules and parking restrictions still apply.
Do I need a council permit to place a Monsta skip bin on the street?
No council skip permit is required for our registered trailer skips. They are treated like a parked trailer, not a fixed steel skip, as long as they are parked legally and safely.
Can the trailer skip go in my garage?
Yes. Our trailer skips are designed to fit in most garages, carports and apartment parking spaces, provided there is enough height and turning space. For underground car parks, always check the height clearance against the skip size you are booking.
Can the skip bin be brought up my steep driveway?
In many cases yes, as long as the driveway surface is suitable and access is safe. Very steep, narrow or uneven driveways may not be suitable. If you are unsure, call Danny and we can discuss photos or details before confirming placement.
Does the skip bin on wheels damage driveways?
Trailer skips are driveway-safe because they sit on tyres, not sharp steel edges. This greatly reduces the risk of scratching or chipping concrete, pavers or asphalt when compared to traditional steel skip bins.
Can I move the trailer bin around my site?
A trailer skip should not be moved by hand once it is chocked into position. If you need it relocated on site, please call us and we will let you know if we can move it for you safely with the vehicle.
Loading, Safety and How It Works
What is the safest way to load the skip bin?
Keep heavy items low and centred over the axles, spread the weight evenly from side to side and fill below the rim so the load can be covered and tarped safely. Pack small loose items first, then add larger, lighter items on top to use the space properly. Do not overload the trailer with dense materials such as bricks, concrete or soil. For step by step guidance, see our how it works and loading information.
What happens to the rubbish we throw out?
Your waste is taken to a licensed facility where it is sorted and processed. Recyclable materials are recovered wherever possible and residual waste is disposed of in line with local regulations. Using a trailer skip helps keep rubbish contained and handled properly.
How many days can I keep the bin for?
Seven days are included as standard. If you need the bin for longer, extra days can be arranged for an additional daily fee.
How long will it take for my mobile skip bin to arrive?
For local areas, we can often deliver the same day if you book early. Otherwise, we will schedule a delivery window that fits your preferred date. When you book, we will confirm the available time slots for your suburb.
What are your terms of use and should I read them before I hire?
Yes. Our terms of use explain what can and cannot go in the bin, parking and penalties, access and non-access deliveries, hire periods, weight limits, extra charges and safety requirements. It is important to read them before hiring so there are no surprises. You can find them on our terms of use page.
