Risks Of Hiring Very Cheap Skip Bins In Adelaide And What To Look Out For

A common question that most new customers ask when hiring skip bins is the price. “how much is a skip bin? The problem lies not in the question but with the fact that 9 out of 10 customers make up their minds based on the price. Rather than asking an additional question they choose the skip bins in Adelaide that are the cheapest. The price of the skip bin fails to deliver the full story and you might set yourself up for a disappointing experience if you do not ask additional questions both timewise and monetary wise. Many questions need answering before obtaining a Aot Skip Bins Australia quote.

So, let us say that you have browsed for the cheapest skip bins and have decided to buy one, without any inquiries. What are the risks that are prevalent when hiring very cheap skip bins and what should you look out for when hiring a skip bin?

Further on in the article, you will see more on the risks involved when hiring very cheap skip bins but before we look into the risks let us first take a quick overview of what exactly skip bins mean?

What are skip bins?

Skip bins are waste containers that usually have a rectangular or trapezoid shape. Skip bins are usually used by those who need larger amounts of waste disposed of as compared to the average amount. These bins are mostly used by businesses, large corporations, large families, and construction sites. 

Risks of Hiring Very Cheap Skip Bin company.

1. Illegal waste disposal 

One of the biggest cost factors in skip bin companies is the cost of waste disposal. So, before you hire a skip bin company enquiring about their waste disposal methods would be a good start. When you encounter a very cheap skip bin company chances are, they are not legally disposing of the waste. You can also ask for the company’s waste disposal receipts and can also check if the use facility is licensed to receive waste.

2. Incomplete price disclosure

When you call various companies to get a quote for a skip bin, many bin suppliers will give you an exclusive price that is free of GST. When calling another supplier, you will get a quote that is inclusive of GST. Hence, you might perceive that you are getting a 10% cheaper price but this is not the case. When comparing skip hire quotes GST is not the only factor that needs to be considered.

3. Tonnage coverage

When obtaining the quote on a skip bin it is best to ask the company these two questions to avoid any surprises at the time of pickup.

• How many tonnes does the price cover?
• What is the additional cost per tonne, in case the waste exceeds the tonnage? 

4. Rental period

When the prices sound too good to be true it is best to enquire about the rental period and if it is included in the overall price. Plus, also enquire about the price for extra days.

5. Non-Existent Customer Service 

When the prices are too less you best believe that the skip bin company you hired is cutting back at some corners. If it is not illegal dumping it could be something else such as lack of customer service. When investing in a cheap skip hire company you should first check on the customer services. So that if you have any problem you can get some form of assistance.

In summary

When deciding on a bin supplier, choosing one based on price and not on other factors is a bad deal. To ensure you get your money’s worth it is important to check all boxes before you get a deal.