General waste
General waste skip bins
Written by the Local Skip Bin Hire team · Updated 12 July 2026
What does a general waste skip bin cost?
Measured 30 August 2026 across our live supplier network, the national median price of a 4m³ general waste skip bin is $445 (170 postcodes returned a live price; typical range $329–$609), delivered, collected and GST included for a 7-day hire. General waste is the baseline every other waste type is measured against — here is the full measured ladder at 4m³:
| Waste type | Median 4m³ price | vs general waste, same postcode | Postcodes with a live price | Typical range (middle 80%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General waste | $445 | baseline | 170 | $329–$609 |
| Household waste | $470 | +$4.50 median | 154 | $329–$647 |
| Green waste | $459 | +$13 median | 172 | $294–$588 |
| Clean concrete & brick (clean waste) | $459 | $0 median | 179 | $359–$623 |
| Light building waste | $462 | +$18 median | 167 | $438–$694 |
| Mixed rubble | $528.50 | +$82 median | 168 | $459–$623 |
| Mixed heavy waste | $547 | +$104 median | 167 | $523–$694 |
| Excavation waste (soil & dirt) | $563 | +$106 median | 154 | $505–$776 |
| Mixed waste with soil | $582 | +$153 median | 154 | $559–$799 |
These are measured medians of real prices returned by our live supplier network (1,485 priced probes across 184 Australian postcodes, captured 30 August 2026; 4m³ bin, 7-day hire, delivery, collection and GST included). They are a measured market benchmark, not a quote — the price for your job depends on your postcode and dates. Enter your postcode for a firm price.
What goes in a general waste skip bin?
General waste covers everyday household and renovation rubbish that isn't heavy fill or a prohibited item. Booking the correct waste type means the bin and the price match what you are actually putting in it. Displayed prices include delivery, pickup, GST and accepted waste removal within the bin's conditions.
Accepted materials
- Furniture, mattresses (surcharge) and general household items
- Timber offcuts and untreated timber
- Cardboard, paper and packaging
- Plastics and general renovation waste
- Whitegoods (non-gas) and general clutter
Not accepted — prohibited items
Never accepted (no exceptions). These hazardous items are prohibited in every skip bin:
- Asbestos, fibro and fibreglass
- Chemicals, liquids, oils and fuels
- Gas bottles and aerosols
- Paints and solvents
- Batteries
- Clinical or medical waste
Do not place these in the bin. If prohibited items are found after collection, contamination and disposal fees will be charged and the load may be rejected.
Not suitable for this waste type. Soil, brick, concrete and tiles are heavy fill — book a dedicated heavy-waste, soil or concrete bin so the right bin applies.
Special items — surcharge applies
These items are accepted but attract a surcharge because they cost more to process. They are confirmed before checkout — they are not prohibited, just priced separately:
- Mattresses
- Tyres
- Carpet and underlay
- E-waste (TVs, monitors, appliances)
Recommended sizes
A 3m³–8m³ skip suits most general-waste jobs. See the skip sizes guide to match a size to your job.
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Frequently asked questions
What can I put in a general waste skip bin?
General waste covers everyday household and renovation rubbish that isn't heavy fill or a prohibited item. Accepted materials include furniture, mattresses (surcharge) and general household items, timber offcuts and untreated timber, cardboard, paper and packaging and similar. Soil, brick, concrete and tiles are heavy fill — book a dedicated heavy-waste, soil or concrete bin so the right bin applies.
What can't go in the bin?
Hazardous items — asbestos, fibro, chemicals, liquids, oils, gas bottles, paints, aerosols, batteries and clinical waste — are never accepted in any skip bin. Do not place these in the bin. If prohibited items are found after collection, contamination and disposal fees will be charged and the load may be rejected.
Are there items that cost extra?
Yes — mattresses, tyres, carpet and underlay, e-waste (tvs, monitors, appliances) are accepted but attract a surcharge, confirmed before checkout. They are not prohibited, just priced separately.
What size skip do I need?
A 3m³–8m³ skip suits most general-waste jobs. Enter your postcode to see availability and pricing for your area.
Book a general waste skip bin
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