Skip Hire Terms & Conditions

In these terms and conditions, “The Company” refers to Greyhound Commercial and/or Greyhound Recycling, located at Crag Avenue, Clondalkin Industrial Estate, Dublin 22, D22 E718. All contracts with the Company are governed by these terms and conditions unless a variation is specifically accepted in writing. These terms override any other proposed terms by the buyer during contract formation.

“Customer” refers to any individual, firm, company, corporation, or public authority to whom the Company supplies equipment for hire or sale.

a) The display of products on the Company’s website serves as an invitation and not an offer to sell.

b) A Customer makes an offer by placing an order. No contract is formed until the Company accepts the order.

c) Payment is deducted from the Customer’s bank card when the order is processed, and bank details are verified. If the service(s) are unavailable, the Customer will be informed, and a full refund will be issued if payment has been made.

d) If a valid email is provided, the Customer will receive an acknowledgment email. This does not constitute order confirmation.

e) A contract is formed at the point service commences at the Customer’s address, even if payment has been taken or an acknowledgment email has been sent.

f) If an error in the pricing is discovered, the Company will notify the Customer and issue a full refund or additional billing, as appropriate.

h) All website orders are subject to acceptance per clause (e).

i) The Customer is advised to print the order acknowledgment email for their records.

j) Prices displayed on the website are inclusive of VAT. Prices may vary if VAT rates are adjusted.

k) While the Company endeavours to ensure pricing accuracy, errors may occur. In such cases, the Company will correct the price and confirm if the Customer wishes to proceed.

l) No leniency or indulgence granted by the Company shall affect its rights or be regarded as a waiver of these terms.

a) Delivery times are approximate, and the Company is not liable for any loss, injury, or damage due to delivery delays.

b) If delivery is delayed due to events beyond the Company’s control (e.g., traffic congestion, strikes, fires etc.), the Company reserves the right to cancel or suspend the order without liability.

d) The Company will notify the Customer of the approximate delivery time. The Customer must indicate the preferred delivery location; if none is provided, the Company will choose a suitable location without liability for any resulting issues.

e) The Company may refuse delivery if it deems the location unsafe or non-compliant with legal requirements.

f) The Company may require the Customer to present valid public liability insurance for third-party claims that may arise during skip hire.

g) While the Company aims to remove the skip on the requested date, delays may occur. The Company is not responsible for removal delays, and the removal date is not guaranteed.

a) The Customer must not rely on any verbal representations about the service unless confirmed in writing by the Company.

b) The Company is not liable for any loss, damage, injury, or expense resulting from the Customer’s use of the skip(s). The Customer shall indemnify the Company against any third-party claims arising from such use.

c) The Customer must use the skip only for permitted materials under the European Communities (Toxic Dangerous Waste) Regulations 1982 and must not deposit hazardous or toxic waste in it.

d) Overloaded skips will not be removed by the Company. The Company’s decision in such cases is final.

e) The Customer is liable for the hired skip until collection, regardless of when that collection occurs.

f) The Company reserves the right to remove hired skips without prior consultation and will reimburse the Customer for any unused portion of the hire period.

g) The Customer must notify the Company of any special site conditions and ensure safe working procedures for loading and waste collection.

h) The Customer is responsible for the safety of all persons, including the Company’s employees, on their premises.

i) The Customer bears all risks associated with the siting and use of the skip. The Customer must indemnify the Company against any claims arising from the Customer’s obligations under the contract.

j) The Customer must not burn items in the skip, sublet the equipment, or mark it in any way. They are also responsible for any damage, except normal wear and tear.

k) If the skip is placed on a public road or footpath, the Customer is responsible for obtaining necessary permits and ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

l) The Company is not liable for any damage to surfaces, manholes, or property caused by the vehicle or skip. The Customer must indemnify the Company against any related third-party claims.

m) The Customer is responsible for ensuring the skip is visible during the hours of darkness and compliant with local regulations.

n) The hire period may be terminated by law enforcement or other authorised officials. The Company will not refund any charges for such terminations.

Note: A skip/vehicle combination can weigh up to 30.48 tonnes. Residential surfaces may not be designed for such weight. Please notify the driver of any hazards, such as manhole covers or overhead cables, before delivery.

• 4 Yard Skip: Max weight = 750KG
• 6 Yard Skip: Max weight = 1500KG
• 14 Yard Skip: Max weight = 2500KG
• 20 Yard Skip: Max weight = 5 tonnes

Excess Weight: Any excess weight will incur a pro-rata fee of €145 + 13.5% VAT per tonne or part thereof.

The Customer grants the Company the right to enter any premises where equipment is
believed to be located for inspection, repair, replacement, or repossession.

These terms and conditions are governed by Irish law.