5 Great Reasons To Hire A Scrap Metal Skip Bin
Whether you’re cleaning out the house, taking down a chicken coop in the backyard or replacing an old corrugated iron fence, you’ll be surprised at how quickly scrap metal can accumulate. Hiring a general waste skip bin makes it easy to dispose of metal sheets and other scrap.
Here are five good reasons to hire a scrap metal skip bin instead of dropping it off at your local tip or recycling centre.
Overview
What Does and Doesn’t Count As Scrap Metal
It’s Convenient and Makes Logistical Sense
Greater Safety and Site Compliance
Guaranteed Environmental Responsibility and Recycling Practices
Cost Effectiveness For Large and Bulky Volumes
Immediate Space Recovery and Site Organisation
Clear Away The Scrap Safely And Easily
What Does and Doesn’t Count As Scrap Metal
Before you start throwing out every metal item you find into your scrap metal skip bin, it’s important to know what does and does not count as scrap metal.
What Does Count
Safe to dispose of scrap metal includes:
- Common metals like brass, copper, iron and aluminium.
- Household items such as roofing materials, shelving, fence sheets and pipes.
- Whole car bodies or their parts.
- Industrial scrap materials.
- Appliances such as vacuum cleaners, DVD players and lamps.
What Doesn’t Count
Don’t put these in your scrap metal skip bin:
- Anything coated with chemicals, oils, or biological waste
- Prohibited items like lithium-ion batteries, LPG gas cylinders, pressurised containers and anything that may contain asbestos.
- Electronic items that contain hazardous materials and chemicals, such as lead and mercury. These include TVs, mobile phones and computers.
Any e-waste items must be recycled and cannot be dumped in landfill. Your best option is to take them directly to a licensed recycling facility or organise a hard rubbish collection through your local council. Check the South Australian Government’s Which Bin website for more tips on safe metal waste disposal around your home.
With all that sorted, let’s dive into why hiring a skip bin for your scrap metal is a smart move.
1. It’s Convenient and Makes Logistical Sense
If your backyard’s starting to look like a mini scrap yard, the last thing you want to do is drive back and forth to a metal recycling centre.
A smarter move? Hire a general waste skip bin from Just Skips. Load up the bin with your scrap metal as you go, and we’ll collect it once it’s done. With just one drop-off and one collection, it’s less time-consuming and much more convenient for you.
2. Greater Safety and Site Compliance
Gathering all your scrap metal and collecting it in a single scrap metal skip bin is the sensible way to minimise safety hazards and meet regulatory on-site obligations.
Safety Hazard Elimination
Scrap metal can be dangerous if left lying around. From sharp edges to heavy-weight loads, loose scrap metal can increase the risk of on-site injuries.
Hiring a general waste skip bin specifically for your scrap metal helps keep your site tidy and protects against cuts, strains, and other preventable accidents.
Compliance With Council and State Regulations
In South Australia, there are regulations in place for the safe disposal of scrap metal materials. Skip Bin companies like Just Skips understand the compliance measures in place and offer scrap metal skip bins that uphold those regulations.
3. Guaranteed Environmental Responsibility and Recycling Practices
When you have scrap metal on your property, disposing of it isn’t just as simple as throwing it out in the general waste bin for weekly collection. Any household that values environmental sustainability will dispose of its accumulated scrap responsibly. Hiring a skip bin is an easy way to do just that.
Efficient Scrap Recycling Practices
When we collect your filled scrap metal bin, you can rest assured that we’ll deliver your scrap to a scrap metal recycling facility. There, it’s processed efficiently to make the most of every bit of metal.
Landfill Minimisation
Recycling scrap metal keeps it out of landfill, where it would take centuries to break down and may harm the environment. Plus, processing recycled metal materials, like steel, uses up to 75% less energy than drawing raw materials from the ground to make steel. That means less greenhouse gas and a smaller carbon footprint.
4. Cost-Effectiveness For Large And Bulky Volumes of Scrap Metal
Hiring a skip bin to dispose of scrap metal is not only more convenient, but it can actually save you money compared to other disposal options.
Think about the cost of multiple tip runs for bulky items like air conditioners or large metal sheets. You’ll likely have to pay tipping fees based on the weight and size of the load you bring in – not to mention your time spent sorting and unloading everything yourself.
With Just Skips, you pay one upfront fee, load up your scrap metal at your own pace, and we’ll handle the pickup. It’s a simpler, more cost-effective option that saves you both time and effort.
5. Instant Space Recovery and Site Organisation
Whether you’re taking down a damaged metal fence as part of a garden landscaping project or restoring an old car in the backyard, it pays to have a skip bin on site to collect the scrap metal you accumulate.
Choosing the right-sized skip bin helps keep your work area clean and free of clutter. Leaving scrap lying around can block walkways and take up valuable storage space. Putting it all in the skip as you go keeps things organised and your workflow moving smoothly in a safer environment.
Clear Away The Scrap Safely And Easily
No matter what the project, you can count on Just Skips to have a general waste skip bin that is ideal for your scrap metal.
From iron sheets and copper pipes to metal fencing materials, we deliver and pick up scrap metal skip bins right across Adelaide. No matter the size of the bin or how long you need it, we’ll make it simple. Contact us today to arrange skip hire and clear your space the easy way.
FAQ
What is the best way to get rid of scrap metal?
Hiring a skip bin through Just Skips is a safe, convenient and environmentally responsible way to get rid of your scrap metal. We’ll drop off the skip and pick it up once you’ve filled it, and take your scrap to a licensed recycling facility.
Can you put metal items in a skip?
You sure can! Just make sure you use a general waste skip bin or, depending on the metal type, a mixed waste skip bin. Avoid putting metal items in a green waste skip bin, as it can disrupt the recycling process for organic materials. Ensure you have the right-sized bin for your metal items, as they cannot go over the bin’s rim.
What metal items can I not put in a skip bin?
In South Australia, you’re not allowed to put things like LPG cylinders, electronic waste, items containing chemicals or oils, or anything that may contain asbestos in a skip bin. These items need special handling and disposal to keep everyone safe and the environment protected.
