Terms and Conditions - Skip Hire Newham
Welcome to our Skip Hire service in Newham. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our services and outline the responsibilities both parties hold. By hiring a skip from us, you agree to adhere to these terms.
1. Definitions
- Service Provider: The company offering skip hire services in Newham.
- Customer: The individual or entity hiring the skip from the Service Provider.
- Skip: The container provided for the disposal of waste.
- Waste: Any materials, substances, or items disposed of in the skip.
2. Booking and Payment
To hire a skip, customers must complete a booking process either online or via telephone. Upon confirmation, a deposit may be required to secure the reservation.
Payment: Full payment is expected by the due date specified in the invoice. Accepted methods include credit/debit cards, bank transfers, and other approved payment systems.
3. Delivery and Collection
The Service Provider will deliver the skip to the specified location within the agreed timeframe. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the delivery site is accessible and compliant with local regulations.
Collection: Once the hire period concludes, the skip will be collected promptly. Failure to make arrangements for collection may result in additional charges.
4. Use of the Skip
Customers must utilize the skip solely for the disposal of waste. Overloading the skip beyond its capacity is strictly prohibited and may pose safety hazards.
- Ensure waste is properly contained to prevent spillage.
- Do not dispose of hazardous materials.
- Keep the skip in a safe and accessible location.
5. Prohibited Items
Several items are illegal or unsafe to dispose of in the skip. These include:
- Chemicals and hazardous waste
- Electronic waste
- Medical waste
- Asbestos-containing materials
- Pets or animal carcasses
- Live plants
Disposing of prohibited items may result in legal action and immediate termination of the hire agreement.
6. Liability
The Service Provider is not liable for any damage to property or personal injury arising from the incorrect placement or usage of the skip. Customers are responsible for ensuring that the skip does not cause obstruction or damage during delivery and collection.
Additionally, customers must verify that the placement of the skip does not contravene local zoning laws or building regulations.
7. Cancellation and Refunds
Customers may cancel their skip hire reservation up to 48 hours before the scheduled delivery time without incurring a cancellation fee.
Refunds will be processed for cancellations made within this timeframe. Cancellations made within 48 hours may be subject to a cancellation fee as outlined in the booking agreement.
8. Health and Safety
Both the Service Provider and the customer must adhere to all applicable health and safety regulations. Customers should ensure that the skip is situated in a manner that does not pose risks to themselves, the public, or the environment.
Proper signage should be displayed if the skip is placed in a public area to alert passersby.
9. Insurance
The Service Provider carries insurance to cover accidental damages caused during the delivery and collection of the skip.
Customers are advised to have their own insurance policies to cover any potential damages to their property resulting from the placement or use of the skip.
10. Changes to Terms and Conditions
The Service Provider reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Customers will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of the services constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
11. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from the use of our services will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in this region.
Acceptance of Terms
By hiring a skip from Newham Skip Hire, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.