Construction Front Lift Bins & Fitout Waste Guide

Short-term projects and shop fitouts need different bin plans than ongoing sites. Use this guide to pick the right front lift bin, avoid overweight charges, and keep sites tidy.

Front lift bin sizes and best use

• 1.5m³: Small fitouts, light demo, tight access.
• 3m³: Standard retail/office strip-outs.
• 4.5m³: Larger make-goods or multi-level sites with good access.

What to separate

• Plasterboard: Keep separate; mixed loads are charged higher. A dedicated plaster-only skip can cut disposal costs.
• Metals: Separate for rebate; don't mix with general demolition waste.
• Timber: If volumes are high, a timber-only stream can be cheaper than mixed.
• Concrete/bricks: Heavy-use dedicated inert bins to avoid overweight fees.

Access and placement

• Check ceiling height/overhead lines before booking.
• Keep clear truck access; blocked or unsafe sites incur return fees.
• Use boards/tarp under bins on delicate surfaces to avoid damage claims.

Overweight avoidance

• Don't load above the rim; photos at pickup help.
• For mixed demo, choose a slightly larger bin to stay within weight limits.
• If you expect heavy rubble, ask for weight allowances upfront.

Timeline tips

• Stage works: start with a smaller skip for strip-out, then a larger bin for bulk removal.
• Book swaps in advance to avoid site pauses.
• Combine with ongoing front-lift service if the site transitions to operational use.

Setting up a project? Share address, access notes, and waste types via Contact. We'll recommend sizes and a swap schedule that fits your timeline.