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When you need to remove waste from a construction, home renovation, landscaping, or excavation site, grab hire and muck away is one of the most cost-effective options. But how much does it cost to hire a grab truck? In this article, we’re going to answer this question, explain how much grab hire costs, what can affect the cost of grab hire, and the benefits of hiring a grab truck.
If you’re a builder, contractor, homeowner, developer, or landowner looking for grab hire in Manchester, Stockport, or Cheshire, read on to find out more, or get in touch with EveryTrade Grabs for a bespoke quote today.
A grab truck, or lorry, is a large wagon vehicle with an open container at the back and a hydraulic arm that can ‘grab’ waste material and self-load the truck. This means manual labour is minimised and the grab truck can be loaded in as little as 20 minutes. They’re ideal for construction sites, home renovation projects, civil engineering, and landscaping.
Grab trucks are a cost-effective alternative to skips, which hold less waste and require a lot of manual labour. This makes them ideal for anyone looking for a more efficient and cost-effective waste removal system. The exact price for a grab hire will depend upon several factors, such as the volume and type of waste. On average, grab hire typically costs around £150-£350 per load, but this can vary.
For a precise quote tailored to your project, get in touch with EveryTrade Grabs today. Our expert team are on hand to answer your queries, provide more information, and give you a tailored quote for your grab hire.
There are several factors that can affect the overall cost of your grab hire; some of the most common things are listed below:
Load size: If you have a large load that needs to be removed and you need an 8-wheel grab truck, this is more expensive than a smaller, 4-wheel grab truck. However, a larger truck can remove more waste in a single visit, so it could work out cheaper in the long run.
Waste type: Hardcore aggregate, soil, and bricks are generally cheaper to remove than green waste or mixed waste, as these require more complex handling and disposal.
Site location: The further away the site, or the trickier it is to get to, the cost will likely increase.
A typical 8-wheel grab lorry can carry around 16 tonnes in a single load. The smaller 6-wheel grab trucks can carry around 14 tonnes.
Grab trucks are an easy and efficient way to clear a large volume of waste from sites such as home renovations, commercial projects, and construction sites. Below we have listed some of the main advantages of Grab Hire:
Cost-effective: Grab trucks are cheaper and more convenient than skips. Grab lorries can hold more waste than a skip, and take it all away in one go, making them much more efficient if you need to clear a site quickly. Multiple skips, multiple collections, and attaining the relevant permits can be time consuming and costly, so a grab hire is a much more affordable and timely option.
Ideal for sites with limited access: As grab trucks have a grabbing arm that allows them to self-load the truck, it means they’re ideal for sites with limited access. Some sites may not be able to accommodate skips if there is limited space or they’re in hard-to-reach areas. The hydraulic arm can extend and reach across obstacles such as fences and walls, and can pick up waste material from restricted or hard-to-access areas.
Minimise manual labour: The grab truck can load waste itself with its hydraulic grabbing arm, so you don’t have to manually load anything, and an excavator is not needed either, so you and your staff can focus on getting on with your work.
Efficient: Unlike a skip, where you need to arrange a time for it to be picked up once it’s loaded up, grab lorries can load themselves and drive away straight away. It can take as little as 20 minutes for a grab truck to load and leave the site, so there’s no delays and it minimises disruption. This is particularly useful on large building sites where time and space are of the essence.
When deciding whether to hire a grab truck or a skip, you should consider the specific needs of your project. Grab hire is generally more cost-effective for large-scale waste removal or when dealing with bulky or heavy materials. It’s also a lot more efficient and allows you to remove large loads of waste, fast. No permit is required for roadside collection too, and, as mentioned, it requires less manual effort as the grab arm loads the truck. It’s especially ideal for construction sites, large-scale projects, or bulk waste removal.
Skips are placed on or next to your property for you to manually load, which means you’ll also need a permit for this if placed on public land, which is an extra cost and requires more time. Skips are better suited to smaller or ongoing projects, where you can fill them over time. However, skips can fill up
For larger loads or time-sensitive projects, grab hire is a more cost-effective solution.
We offer a same-day or next-day service for grab hire in Manchester to help ensure your project stays on track. Whether you need the removal of soil, rubble, or wood, or high-quality aggregates delivered, we can help. Our fleet is on standby, waiting to assist you and your project.
Our grab trucks are able to collect a wide range of different materials and waste. These include:
We have a full fleet of 8-wheel, 6-wheel, and baby grab trucks that can service any grab hire requests in Manchester, Stockport, or Cheshire. They’re available to assist you with any load, with fast turnaround times to maximise efficiency.
Whether you’re on a large construction site or a smaller home renovation project, we deliver a reliable, efficient service right to your location. No matter where you are located in Manchester, Stockport, or Cheshire, we’re committed to offering a fast, flexible, and professional service to meet your needs.