What Is Grab Hire Manchester?
Grab hire Manchester is a waste removal service that uses specialized vehicles called grab lorries (or grab trucks) equipped with hydraulic arms (cranes) and buckets. These lorries are designed to collect and transport large volumes of waste quickly and efficiently, without requiring manual labor to load the truck.
Grab lorries are particularly suited to construction sites, residential renovations, utility projects and landscaping projects where bulky or heavy waste—such as soil, concrete, or green waste—needs to be cleared.
Unlike skip hire, grab hire doesn’t require a permit (since the lorry doesn’t need to remain onsite), and it’s capable of reaching over walls, fences, or into tight spaces to collect waste directly.
Another added benefit of using Grab hire services, your aggregates can be delivered and manually offloaded to remove manual handling, saving you extra time, money, and hassle. We deliver a wide range of aggregates both quarried aggregates and recycled aggregates.
How Does Grab Hire Work?
Using a grab hire service is straightforward and efficient. Here’s how the process typically works:
- Book a Grab Lorry: Get in touch with us to arrange a collection at a time that suits your project schedule.
- Prepare the Waste: Gather the waste materials into a single, easily accessible location. This could be a driveway, yard, or construction site with enough space and no obstructions to stop the truck.
- Waste Collection: When the grab lorry arrives, its crane picks up the waste and deposits it into the truck’s storage area (tipping body). If there are aggregates, these are unloaded or tipped first.
- Transportation: The collected waste is transported to an authorised permitted licensed disposal or recycling facility and tipped off for further processing.
What Types of Waste Can Grab Hire Handle?
Our grab hire services are incredibly versatile and can handle a wide variety of waste types, including:
Inert Waste
- Soil/subsoil
- Stone
- Clay
- Turf
- Concrete
- Other cement/concrete products
- Japanese knotweed invasive soils
- Contaminated and hazardous soils
Green Waste
- Garden waste, including branches, grass clippings, and soil
- Tree stumps
- Bushes
- Hedges
- Tree roots

Wood/Timber Waste
- Old timber and wooden boards
- Wooden pallets and crates
- Wooden fencing
- Wooden sheds and cladding
Mixed Construction Waste
- General construction waste (bricks, rubble, concrete)
- Metals
- Plastics
- Wood and timber
- Packaging materials
- Garden waste
- Fly tipped waste
- Construction and demolition waste
- Artificial grass, Astro turf and sports pitches
Note: It’s important to confirm with your grab hire provider what waste types they accept, as some hazardous materials (e.g., asbestos or chemicals) maybe accepted subject to site investigation analysis.
What Aggregates can be Delivered with Grab Hire Services?
Why Choose Grab Hire Over Skip Hire?
While skip hire is a popular choice for waste disposal, grab hire offers distinct advantages in many situations whilst offering substantial cost savings:
- No Permit Required: Skips often require permits if placed on public property, adding extra cost and complexity. Grab hire Manchester eliminates this need.
- Access to Hard-to-Reach Areas: Grab lorries can reach over walls, fences, or into narrow spaces, making them ideal for sites with limited accessibility or to save manual handling into a skip.
- Greater Capacity: Grab lorries can collect and transport larger volumes of waste in one trip, making them more efficient for bigger projects, removing waste faster and more cost-effective.
- Speed and Convenience: With grab hire, there’s no need to manually load a skip saving time and labor costs.
- Flexibility: Grab hire services are perfect for one-off collections or ongoing waste removal needs and aggregates delivery.
Who Needs Grab Hire Services?
Grab hire services cater to a wide range of customers across various industries and projects. The versatility and efficiency of grab lorries make them an ideal solution for anyone dealing with large quantities of waste or requiring aggregates delivery in Manchester. Here’s a list of potential customers who can benefit from grab hire services:
- Construction Companies– Managing waste from demolition, excavation, and general construction projects.
- Landscapers and Gardeners– Clearing green waste, soil, and debris from landscaping or garden renovation projects.
- Property Developers– Removing rubble and waste from site preparation or development. Removing waste from a demolition project.
- Homeowners– Handling waste from DIY projects, renovations, or garden clearances.
- Utility Companies– Removing spoil from trenching and infrastructure maintenance work.
- Road and Highway Maintenance Teams– Disposing of asphalt, rubble, and other materials from roadworks.
- Industrial Facilities– Managing non-hazardous waste generated during routine operations or facility upgrades.
- Local Authorities– Clearing waste from public works, parks, or community clean-up projects.
Whether you’re a professional contractor or a homeowner undertaking a major project, grab hire Manchester offers a reliable, compliant and cost-effective way to keep your site clean and organised. Its ability to handle a variety of materials, from green waste to heavy construction waste, makes it a go-to solution for waste removal and material delivery needs.
Grab Lorry Size and Capacity: Understanding the 8-Wheeler
An 8-wheeler grab lorry is one of the most commonly used vehicles for grab hire services, thanks to its versatility and capacity. Its robust size and design make it ideal for large-scale projects that require the efficient removal or delivery of heavy materials. Here’s a detailed look at the size, dimensions, crane reach, and carrying capacity of an 8-wheeler grab lorry.
Dimensions of an 8-Wheeler Grab Lorry
An 8-wheeler grab lorry typically measures around:
- Length: 9.2 meters (approximately 30 feet)
- Width: 2.6 meters (approximately 8.5 feet)
- Height: 3.9 meters (approximately 12 feet 9 inches)
Please note that for access, the width does not include mirrors so the truck requires at least 3 meters to be able to access a straight road and more if access is at an angle.
In addition to these base dimensions, the grab lorry is equipped with a hydraulic crane that provides excellent reach:
- Crane Reach: Up to 7.5 meters (approximately 24.6 feet) from the side of the truck.
This crane reach allows the lorry to access waste or materials in hard-to-reach areas, such as over walls, fences, or in narrow spaces. It adds significant versatility to the lorry, making it an ideal choice for projects where site access is restricted.
Carrying Capacity
Our Mayo Grab Hire fleet is 8-wheeler grabs are designed to handle significant loads, making it a powerful tool for waste removal and aggregate delivery. Its carrying capacity is as follows:
- Weight Capacity: Up to 16 tonnes of waste or materials
- Volume Capacity: Approximately 15 cubic meters
This capacity allows the 8-wheeler to transport a substantial volume of materials in one trip, reducing the need for multiple collections or deliveries. Whether you’re removing heavy construction waste like rubble and concrete or delivering aggregates like cable sand and MOT Type 1, an 8-wheeler can handle it efficiently.
The Environmental Benefits of Grab Hire
In today’s environmentally conscious world, proper waste management is about more than just clearing a site—it’s about reducing landfill use and recycling wherever possible achieving a circular economy.
Grab hire Manchester services often include sorting and recycling waste at licensed facilities. Materials such as soil, rubble, and green waste can often be processed and repurposed into recycled aggregates or compost, reducing the environmental impact of your project.
Mayo Grab Hire is committed to reducing and diverting as much waste from landfills as possible by recycling through crushing and screening to produce quality recycled aggregates which are produce in accordance with WRAP quality protocol.
Read more: SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS: THE ADVANTAGES OF RECYCLED AGGREGATES
Why Choose Mayo Stone Supplies Ltd for Your Grab Hire Manchester Needs?
At Mayo Grab Hire, we specialize in providing top-notch grab-hire services tailored to your needs. Here’s why we stand out:
- Modern Fleet: Our grab lorries are equipped with GPS trackers and advanced technology to ensure fast, efficient and compliant waste removal.
- Experienced Team: Our drivers and operators are highly trained to handle waste safely and professionally with all relevant qualifications and experience.
- Flexible Services: Whether you’re managing a small garden clearance or a large-scale construction site, we can accommodate projects of all sizes.
- Commitment to Sustainability: We prioritize recycling and responsible disposal practices, helping reduce environmental impact.
- Local Expertise: As a trusted provider in the region, we understand the unique needs of our community and tailor our services accordingly.
When Should You Consider Grab Hire Manchester?
Grab hire is an excellent choice for:
- Clearing construction sites after demolition or excavation
- Removing garden waste after a landscaping project
- Disposing of heavy or bulky materials that are difficult to manage with manual labor
- Handling large volumes of waste quickly and efficiently
If your project involves waste that’s too large for a standard skip, or if you’re short on time and need a hassle-free solution, Grab Hire Manchester is the answer.
Conclusion
Grab Hire Manchester is a game-changing waste removal service that combines convenience, efficiency, and environmental responsibility. By choosing Grab Hire, you can save time, cut costs, and ensure that your project runs smoothly from start to finish.
At Mayo Grab Hire, we’re dedicated to making waste removal simple and stress-free for our customers. To learn more or book a grab lorry for your next project, contact our team today on 0161 707 7773 or email info@mayostone.co.uk