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Rubbish removal guides and advice
Practical answers on what rubbish removal costs, your options for getting rid of bulky items, and how to make sure your waste is handled legally.
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How much does rubbish removal cost?
Rubbish removal is usually priced by the space your waste fills, measured in cubic yards. Our guide prices run from £135 for 1 cubic yard to £640 for 12 cubic yards. Read the guide -
Skip hire vs man and van rubbish removal
A skip suits waste that builds up over days where you have room for a container. A man and van collection suits waste that is ready to go, tight streets and anyone who wants the loading done. Read the guide -
How to check a waste carrier licence
Ask the carrier for its registration number and search for it on the public register of waste carriers. In England the register is kept by the Environment Agency and is free to search online. Read the guide -
What to do about fly tipping on private land
Record the waste, report it to your council and have it removed by a registered waste carrier. On private land the landowner is generally responsible for clearing it. Read the guide -
How to prepare for a house clearance
Decide what is staying, find the paperwork and valuables, and check every loft, garage and cellar before the day. Good sorting matters more than bagging or boxing. Read the guide -
How to dispose of a mattress
You can dispose of a mattress through retailer take-back, a council bulky waste collection, a recycling centre, reuse or a licensed collection. The right one depends on condition, transport and timing. Read the guide -
How to dispose of a fridge freezer
A fridge freezer contains refrigerant gases and needs specialist treatment. Use retailer take-back, your council, a recycling centre or a registered waste carrier, and never leave it out for scrap. Read the guide -
How to get rid of an old sofa
A sofa in good condition with its fire safety label can often be reused. A worn or damaged one needs a council collection, a trip to the recycling centre or a licensed collector. Read the guide -
What happens to your rubbish after collection?
Mixed waste usually goes to a licensed transfer station, where it is sorted into materials for recycling. What cannot be recycled goes for energy recovery or disposal. Read the guide -
End of tenancy clearance: a guide for landlords
Follow the correct process for anything a tenant has left behind before you clear. Then record the condition of the property, use a registered waste carrier and keep the paperwork. Read the guide -
Builders waste disposal: what goes where
Building waste is easier to deal with when each material is kept apart. Hardcore, wood, metal and plasterboard all go to different places. Read the guide -
Garden waste disposal: your options
Small amounts of green waste suit a compost heap or the council garden bin. Bigger clear-outs, soil, rubble and old sheds need the recycling centre, a skip or a licensed collection. Read the guide -
Commercial waste duty of care for small businesses
Every business must store its waste safely and pass it only to an authorised carrier. Keep a waste transfer note for each load so you can show where it went. Read the guide
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