

Skip Hire
Skip Hire Services
Frank Barnes provides reliable skip hire services across Darwen, Blackburn and the wider Lancashire area, supporting domestic, commercial and construction projects with flexible waste solutions.
We supply a range of skip sizes and containers suitable for everything from household clearances and renovation projects to ongoing site waste management.
Domestic skip hire
Our domestic skip hire service is ideal for:
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Home renovations and refurbishments
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Garden and landscaping projects
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Garage, loft and house clearances
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DIY and general household waste
Skips are available from 2 yard up to 16 yard, with lidded and walk-in options available depending on access and waste type.
If you are unsure about skip sizes or what can go into a skip, our team is always happy to advise.
Skip placement and permits
If a skip cannot be placed on a driveway or private land, it may need to be located on a public road.
In these cases:
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A local authority permit is required
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We can usually arrange permits the same day, subject to council approval
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Skips placed on the highway must be properly lit overnight
Please note that grass verges are generally not suitable for skip placement due to ground stability and local authority restrictions.
Delivery, collection and exchanges
We offer a same-day delivery and collection service, subject to availability.
If you expect to require:
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A skip exchange
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A specific collection date
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Ongoing waste removal
Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice where possible so we can schedule efficiently.
Due to current demand, standard skip hire is limited to 21 days, unless prior arrangements are agreed.
Commercial and construction skip hire
Our skip hire services are also suitable for:
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Construction and building sites
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Commercial refurbishments
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Industrial waste removal
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Ongoing site waste management
We understand the importance of reliable service and timely collections to keep sites operational and compliant.
Waste handling and compliance
All waste collected through our skip hire services is handled responsibly and in accordance with current regulations.
We aim to ensure waste is processed appropriately, with a focus on safe handling and environmentally responsible disposal wherever possible.
Areas we cover
Our skip hire services operate across:
Darwen, Blackburn, Accrington, Burnley, Preston and surrounding Lancashire locations, with wider North West coverage available by arrangement.
Enquiries and advice
If you are unsure about:
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Skip size selection
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Placement requirements
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Permit needs
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Collection scheduling
Please contact our team for advice before booking.
Call: 01254 702 748
Email: info@frank-barnes.co.uk
Commercial Skip Hire
From its licensed waste transfer operation, Frank Barnes offers a full range of over 600 skips & Roll On Roll Off containers.
Sizes range from 2 cu yard Mini skips to 52 cu yard giant Roll On Roll Off for light industrial waste, also compactors, site safes and lidded containers.
The company also offers free site surveys to customers. A same day delivery and collection service is available on all size containers. We also offer lidded containers for Asbestos.
We guarantee that 100% of the waste that goes through our transfer station is recycled or goes as Waste for Energy.

