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Frequently Asked Questions

What Size Megabags Are Available?

Mega Bags come in 2 sizes

 

  • MEDIUM
  • 2.3 cubic metre (2.30m x 1.00m x 1.00m)
  • No cage required

LARGE

  • 5.3 cubic metre (1.79m x 1.79m x 1.65m).
  • Cage required.
  • Cage hire up to 14 weeks.

What Construction Waste Material am I Allowed to Put in my Mega Bag?

The following construction waste materials are allowed:

  • General Waste
  • Timber
  • Steel
  • Plastic
  • Insulation
  • Bricks
  • Plasterboard
  • Roof Tiles
  • Tiles and Concrete.

What Construction Waste Materials am I Excluded From Putting in my Mega Bag?

The following construction waste materials are excluded.

You are not allowed to put any of the following items into your Mega Bag:

  • Gas Bottles
  • Asbestos
  • Clinical or Medical waste
  • Hazardous or Toxic Materials
  • Fluorescent Tubes
  • Solvents
  • Liquids
  • Oil
  • Petrol Diesel
  • Tyres
  • Batteries
  • Paint and Paint Tins

PLEASE NOTE – if these items are discovered in the Mega
Bag, we will face a SIGNIFICANT SURCHARGE (which will vary item to item) and in turn, will be passed on to you, the customer.

To avoid this happening to you, we recommend carefully reading the information accompanying your Mega Bag and if you are ever in any doubt, call our team on 1300 097 928 to check.

When Should I use Mega Bags?

We recommend having Mega Bags to manage the construction waste on site, from the commencement of the
your project, whether it be large renovations or an extensive residential or commercial development.

How do I Get a Quote?

Use our Quote form. Once we have your enquiry will contact you to finalise the details and delivery instructions. All sites are different so we always check in with you before supplying our quote and will get back to you as quickly as possible.

How do I Book?

Call our team on 1300 097 928 or use our Quote form to contact us. Once we have your enquiry will finalise the details and delivery instructions and confirm your booking.

Where Will The Mega Bag be Placed?

The Mega Bag will be placed within your property, no further than 4m from the footpath/driveway. This is to ensure our crane truck drivers are able to access the bags when they are to be collected and replaced.

Do You Need Clear Access to The Site?

Our trucks need clear access to deliver and pick-up the bags. Driveways must be clear of vehicles and materials at drop off and pick times. Choose a location large enough for the bag/s footprint, no further than 4m from the footpath, driveway.

What About Cranes & Overhead Power Lines?

The cranes need clear space to pick up the full bags. We need around 3m clearance from overhead power lines.

What Are the Surcharges on Excluded Items?

Toxic and dangerous materials cannot be included in your Mega Bag service.

EXCLUDED ITEMS such as:

  • Gas Bottles
  • Asbestos 
  • Clinical or Medical waste
  • Hazardous or Toxic Materials
  • Fluorescent Tubes
  • Solvents
  • Liquids
  • Oil
  • Petrol Diesel
  • Tyres
  • Batteries,
  • Paint and Paint Tins are not allowed.

If we discover any of these items in the Mega Bag we will face a SIGNIFICANT SURCHARGE (which will vary item to
item) and in turn, will be passed on to you, the customer.

To avoid this happening to you, we recommend carefully reading the information accompanying your Mega Bag and if you are ever in any doubt, call our team on 1300 097 928 to check.

How Long Can I Keep the Mega Bag

For as long as you need, unlike the traditional skip bins.

*Please note free cage hire is available for up to 14 weeks. Charges will apply after 14 weeks of cage hire.

I Have Filled up my Mega Bag... Now What?

Follow these steps for your Mega Bag collection:

Does Mega Bag Recycle Construction Waste?

The Mega Bag team sorts and recycles as much waste as possible to avoid re-usable materials ending up in landfill.