Question 1

Learn more about Skip Hire in Watford

Accepted Answer

The ongoing redevelopment programs in Watford have greatly increased the demand for skip hire services which are a prime waste disposal solution for construction firms requiring builders skips, and roll on and roll off skips for large volumes of a range of waste types. In order to help keep building sites hazard free and safe for employees and workers, Wayst can arrange for swift and efficient skip hire services carried out by highly experienced partners who will always work in accordance with the specific environmental legislation in place. Typically we see 8 yard and 12 yard skips ordered more by our construction clients, while 4 yard and 6 yard skips are in high demand among householders in Watford.

As an environmentally conscious company, Wayst is mindful of the environment by implementing sustainable waste management practices and doing our part to ensure our partners keep over 90% of construction waste collected out of landfills. We also have an expert service team available to provide information about skip hire in Watford, including information on the local authority charges for skip licenses and parking permits etc.

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Question 2

Skip hire prices in Watford

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Similarly to other London boroughs, an average 6 yard skip in Watford costs £265 including VAT while an 8 yard skip can be rented for £283 also including VAT. There are different types of skips for each size including enclosed skips, mixed waste skips and inert waste skips. Depending on the project that requires the skip hire service, choosing a clean inert waste skip can make a great difference in terms of overall costs as inert waste like sand and rubble can be reused and does not require costly disposal fees. Similarly, choosing an enclosed skip can also save the customer from having to pay for the rental fees of using a skip cover, so we always gather as many details as possible at the enquiries stage in order to find the best deal for our customers.

Council issued licenses and parking permits are not required for skips placed on private land such as a driveway or front garden, however if you are unable to park a skip on private property then a skip license in Watford is £39 for 14 days, while a parking bay suspension certificate is charged at a daily rate of £35.

Question 3

What size skip do I need?

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Choosing the right size skip container is an important factor for getting the best value for money out of the process, but it can be difficult to gauge skip sizes expressed in cubic yards. One way around this is by estimating the number of standard refuse sacks that can fit into each skip size in yards, to give you a better idea of the volume of waste a skip can hold.

2 yard skip (4 x 3 x 3 feet) is equal to 35 refuse sacks
4 yard skip (6 x 4 x 3 feet) is equal to 40 refuse sacks
6 yard skip (10 x 4 x 4 feet) is equal to 60 refuse sacks
8 yard skip (12 x 6 x 4 feet) is equal to 80 refuse sacks
10 yard skip (12 x 6 x 6 feet) is equal to 100 refuse sacks
12 yard skip (13 x 6 x 6 feet) is equal to 120 refuse sacks

Question 4

Do I need a skip permit?

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Employing a skip hire service is not as simple for Watford residents living in flats or apartment buildings, who do not have a private parking space compared to those with spacious driveways or front gardens within their property. This is because of Hertfordshire’s regulations requiring skip hire companies to obtain a skip license in order to be permitted to park a skip container on Watford’s roadside, pavements and other public spaces. This is done to ensure that the number of skips on public roads will not impede efficient traffic flows.

The council also only allows parking of standard 6 yard and 8 yard skips on the road and where enclosed skips are not available, skip covers must be used alongside lights and traffic cones to keep the road safe at night for drivers and pedestrians. A skip license that is valid for 2 weeks may be obtained for £39 and if an extension is necessary it can be renewed for another week for £18. However, approval and renewal of skip license are not guaranteed as the council may reject applications for a variety of reasons. Some of the things that they consider include traffic on the street, the dangers and disruptions that the skip may potentially cause, the width of the road, and access to the surrounding property as well as planned or existing roadworks. Council personnel may also visit the location while the skip is in place to verify if it meets their safety regulations.

Question 5

Skip sizes explained

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For Watford's residents who require ethical rubbish disposal solutions for various types of waste coming from households, skip hire is a good option, as providers are legally bound to ensure that the waste they collected will be disposed of properly at environmental agency registered waste depots.

Working out the most appropriate skip size for a specific domestic, commercial or construction project is the first step in the skip hire service, to gather as much information from you as possible during the enquiry stage is key as it helps you choose the best option.

A 2 yard skip is mostly used for smaller clearances, small DIY projects and stonework demolition while midi 4 yard skips are the best option for room renovations, shed and garden clearances as well as home decorations. For refurbishment projects, landscaping, home clearances and office clearances, 6 yard and 8 yard skips are the most appropriate, while maxi skips with a 10 yard and 12 yard cubic capacity are the most common option for large scale construction and clearances of residential and commercial properties.

Question 6

What you need to know about Watford

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Situated in Hertfordshire in North West London, Watford is the municipal town of Watford borough along the Thames tributary River Colne. Historically a place of industry along the Grand Junction Canal, several major companies still base their headquarters in the town's commercial district, including Ralph Lauren UK, the Hilton regional office and JD wetherspoon. Watford Junction station provides plenty of network rail links towards London city centre and the home counties, and the surrounding parks, nature reserves and schools for children of all ages make Watford a popular destination for families moving to the area. There is also a range of tourist attractions in Watford including 3 theatres, museums and major parks in addition to 92 nationally listed buildings. In terms of transport Watford is also well connected with local transport for London underground tube and bus links, 3 main railway stations towards Euston, Milton Keynes and the Midlands, and an hour away from Heathrow airport by bus, which operates on weekdays.

Question 7

What are the different ways to dispose of waste in Watford?

Accepted Answer

There is a choice of highly recommended waste clearance companies in the neighbourhood just to the south of Watford Junction station that offer competitively priced and professional services, including 2 skip hire companies, 4 rubbish clearance companies, and a house clearance provider offering general junk removal. There are also two local authority recycling centres in Waterdale and Rickmansworth run by Hertfordshire county council. Watford residents are also provided with standard waste disposal solutions from Watford council for dry mixed recycling, food waste and residual waste, for which residents are provided with color coded bins. It should be noted that leaving waste outside your house on the street or on the ground by litter bins is considered fly tipping by the council. It is also the householders responsibility to ensure that any private waste carriers they hire are licensed and provide them with a waste transfer note.

Question 8

Where are the nearest recycling centres in Watford

Accepted Answer

There are two recycling centres available to Watford residents. The first is the Waterdale (Garston) recycling centre in WD25 which is open Mon-Thurs and on weekends. There is an online queue cam on the council website so visitors can keep track of on site waiting times, and there is also a reuse centre at Waterdale that sells second hand refurbished furniture, toys, sporting equipment, and pet carriers. The other available recycling centre in st Albans is open from Thursday through Monday and closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. They also provide estimated queue times on the website, however it is best to plan for a minimum wait of at least 30 mins.

Question 9

What rubbish collection services are available in Watford?

Accepted Answer

Watford council offers standard recycling collections for households using a color coded bins system. Green bins can accept real christmas trees garden waste and bedding for small animals. Blue bins for mixed dry recycling can accept a wide range of different plastic packaging tubes, pots and trays, used tin foil and takeaway containers and glossed paper products such as magazines and envelopes with plastic windows. The black bin takes thin plastics like cling film, film lids, crisp packets, plastic egg boxes, blister pill packs and bread wrappers. Food waste which is a primary concern for the environment is collected from brown bins which can accept used kitchen roll, bones shells and eggshells among other related food waste.

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Question 10

How is the local authority in Watford handling your waste?

Accepted Answer

Watford is connected to the wider Hertfordshire strategy for handling waste in the area, and will stand to benefit from its plans for improved waste management facilities and handling of residual waste, organic waste and recycled waste. The plans for a new waste transfer station and waste collection authority depots will be part of a network of 4 waste management facilities consisting of 2 composting facilities, a materials recovery facility, (MRF) and an anaerobic digestion facility, all within 30 miles of the centre of Hertfordshire. This will see that waste from Watford will be recycled at a higher rate and will improve long term environmental outcomes. Watford council are also running a campaign to reduce food waste in the borough by raising public awareness in terms of planning meals, storing food correctly, and freezing fresh fruit and vegetables, bread and dairy produce. The council also provides links to further guidance on how to reduce the amount of food that is thrown away on lovefoodhatewaste.com which includes free resources to help you manage food waste at home.

Watford Council's Waste Management Performance:

· Overall annual spend on waste management £25,124,214.78
· Per person spend £63
· Landfill rate 51.04%
· Reuse and recycling rate 48.96%

Question 11

What are the plans for a greener future in Watford?

Accepted Answer

Watford is part of the ‘waste aware’ partnership of county, district and borough councils in Hertfordshire, which is a municipal waste strategy aimed at reducing, reusing, recycling and recovering as much waste as possible from the area. Climate change has made technological innovation and the preservation of natural resources a priority for local authorities to consider when planning, strategizing and implementing practices for the collection, transfer and treatment of waste. There are plenty of open green spaces in and around Watford, however they can be hard to access without the appropriate roads and footpaths linking them to the surrounding towns and villages, and this is also on the agenda for the Hertfordshire waste aware partnership, as they recognise that more needs to be invested into making green spaces easily accessible, and improving overall access to the countryside.

Watford has also invested in cycle lane infrastructure to support greener methods of transport in the town centre, making over 15 kilometers of new cycle routes accessible through the provision of cycle maps and bike parks situated in the centre of Watford and the surrounding areas. The Watford Cycle Hub is a local organisation that supports children and adults to learn how to cycle and basic bike maintenance. They also hold 1 to 1 classes to build the confidence, safety and the proficiency of cyclists in the area to encourage people to choose their bikes over cars when travelling locally.

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