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About Reston Waste
Reston Waste is a family run business which has been operating in London since 1998. Renowned as London’s top waste management service, we have a taskforce of over 35 vehicles all under 3 years old, fitted with the latest real-time tracking system to allow reliable scheduled appointments.
Situated in a prime location in London, we offer sustainable waste management solutions to our customers ranging from skip hire to wait and load, roll on roll offs, grabs, tippers and rubbish clearance services.
100% of our waste is recycled and we work closely with our customers to make sure their environmental impact and removal costs are kept to a minimum.
For a fast, efficient service, call one of our experts for advice. We guarantee friendly and welcoming staff who make every effort to ensure your experience with Reston Waste is satisfactory.
Skip Hire Legalities
Skips cannot be placed on roads or verges without the appropriate permit from a local authority. The law states that a skip used on a public highway should be covered by a special permit as well as being highly visible with the use of lights and covered overnight and weekends (if not in use).
Please bear this in mind when booking a skip, and advise our team if a permit will be needed, or if there are any potential access issues with placing a skip on your land (such as limited space in gateways, narrow lanes).
Reston Waste are happy to organise road-side permits on your behalf. It is essential that you book in advance as permits can take up to ten days to arrive. Call our team of experts now.
As this is a lengthy and sometimes costly procedure we offer a service that reduces the cost and allows you to dispose of your waste quickly and efficiently without the wait for a permit. Why not try our Wait and Load Rubbish Clearance Service.
Skip rental is an effective way to clear rubble; rubbish and unwanted items, however there are stipulations that must be adhered to in order for the legalities to be met.
When loading your skip you must make sure that all rubbish is in line with the marker on the skip, this ensures that during transportation no items fall off and damage pedestrians, cars or property.
It is against the law to carry a skip that is loaded above the level load line.
As a leading London skip hire company, we are committed to recycling and eco-friendly disposal of the waste we collect, there are some items that must be thrown away separately in order for waste regulations to be adhered to. Please check when ordering that your waste is safe and is not classed as hazardous.
Tyres, Fridge Freezers, Gas Cylinders, Televisions, Monitors, Fluorescent Tubes and White Goods, disposing of each item according to the rules of the waste regulations act.
If you have any doubt on the waste you would like to dispose of please call us and we can advise of the most cost effective environmentally friendly solution.
Every one of our skip hire loader vehicles is maintained to the highest standard, undergoing daily inspections and six week servicing whilst being renewed every three years. This promotes pollution free waste disposal as well as guaranteeing the efficiency of our vehicles.
To see how competitive our prices are compared to others, call us now where we’ll be happy to take your call and answer any questions you may have.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Skip Hire
What happens with my waste?
All waste is taken to our Material Recycling Facility in Wimbledon. Here it goes through a mechanical and manual treatment process which separates the different materials. These are then recycled in various ways. Waste that cannot be recycled is used for energy creation (RDF).
How do I book a skip?
You can call us at 020 8944 1349 to arrange a delivery
How much notice do I need to give?
24 hour notice is usually required for deliveries, collections and exchanges. However, if you call us early, we can offer same day service for local areas. We can guarantee a next day service for either the morning or afternoon. For people who have a tight schedule, we will do out utmost to work around your requirements.
Where can I have my skip dropped?
Skips can be dropped on a private property such as your drive or on the road outside your house. Skips can also be dropped at business, offices or factories. For contractors and builders, we also offer waste disposal services for customer locations.
How long can I keep a skip?
The price is the same whether you have the skip for one day or two weeks. This can be extended at your request.
Are there any skip loading requirements?
Skips must be level-loaded at all times to ensure safety and that rubbish remains contained whilst in transit.
Is there anything that I cannot put in a skip?
In accordance with environmental legislation, fridge freezers, asbestos, and tyres are not permitted to be placed in or beside a skip. However, if you do require a fridge or freezer collection, we will be happy to arrange a dedicated vehicle to dispose of these for you.
Plasterboard, carpet, carpet tiles, wood/metal tiles, tarmac, and asphalt must be kept separate and is charged on a haulage and tonnage rate. Prices are available on request.
What if I cannot get a skip license?
For skip permit problems, we offer a wait and load service, where the driver will wait while you load the skip. Please contact us for further information.
Do I need permission from the council to place a skip on the road?
Yes. we can organise this for you, or you can apply for it yourself from your local council. They charge a small fee for the permit.
