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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

Prompt and reliable. A+

Green waste removal

$50

Very efficient and communication was great

Take my general rubbish bin out to the kerb for waste collection day

$45

Went above and beyond to help us get the job done ✅ thanks so much Alan

Rubbish run of green waste

$150

Very professional and easy to deal with

Collect and dispose garden waste

$150

What a legend! Turned up on time and did a great job.

Green waste disposal

$100

Assad and Mo did a great job! They came straight away and did a great job. They left everything clean and tidy.

Get rid of green waste

$100

What's the average cost of a waste collector

$90 - $200

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$90

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$130

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$200

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Why hire a waste collection & disposal expert through Airtasker?

Getting rid of waste takes more than simply chucking everything in the same bin. Careless disposal can harm the environment and even make people sick. For instance, batteries or leftover cleaners can contaminate the soil and seep into groundwater. Decomposing organic waste can attract pests and rodents, which can later spread diseases. Not only that—tossing reusable items means you're wasting valuable resources!

If your home or office needs a clean-out and you don’t have time to sort through the rubbish, hiring a proper waste collection and disposal service is the way to go. However, finding reliable and affordable waste disposal near you can be a challenge. Use Airtasker to connect with top-rated specialists effortlessly! By booking a service on the platform, you can vet potential hires through a transparent rating system, compare quotes from qualified Taskers, and secure same-day waste collection and disposal services based on availability.

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Top Waste Collection & Disposal related questions

Taskers are equipped to tackle recyclable materials such as paper, cardboard, glass, and metal. They can also manage bulky waste items such as tyres, carpets, and large household items.

Your Tasker can handle anything from small amounts of waste, like a single bag of food scraps, to larger loads that require a ute for hauling. Provide these specifics in your Airtasker listing to hire waste collectors with the appropriate vehicles and equipment for the job.

Check their experience in handling construction debris, which can be verified through their past task history and customer reviews. Look for Taskers with the necessary equipment, such as trucks or utes, that are suitable for transporting bulky materials like concrete or bricks. Also, make sure that Taskers understand local regulations and disposal requirements for construction waste.

You can typically book a waste collection and disposal service within minutes, depending on the availability of qualified Taskers. You can even schedule same-day collection.

Waste collection specialists typically take waste to recycling facilities, landfills, or incineration plants. Some types of waste, like food waste and garden waste, can be processed into compost. There are also specific facilities for e-waste. The destination depends on the type of waste being collected. 

Typically, furniture removal is booked as a separate service, which you can also find on Airtasker. However, you may request a custom service from your waste collection specialist to include furniture removal if they can accommodate it. 

Unfortunately, no. Disposing of hazardous waste such as asbestos, chemicals, gases, pesticides, and paint is typically restricted to authorities in many countries. These substances pose serious threats to public health and the environment. Some are highly reactive and can even cause fires, explosions, or corrosion of metals. For safe and proper disposal, contact a hazardous waste processing facility specialising in these materials.

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What do waste collection & disposal services include?

Waste poses significant sanitation problems. Aside from unpleasant smells and unsightly clutter, it can lead to serious health issues if left unchecked. By using Airtasker, affordable and reliable waste collection services are within arm’s reach. Connect with specialists in household, garden, or even building waste disposal near you who can help you safely and quickly dispose of the rubbish you’ve accumulated.


Learn more about the different services you can request:


Household waste collection

Households generate lots of rubbish from day-to-day living. Keep your home tidy and well-maintained with regular household waste disposal services. Waste collectors can get rid of general waste like plastic packaging, old car tyres, broken furniture, old clothing, and worn-out household items. They can also collect recyclables such as paper, cardboard, glass bottles, and metal cans. 


If you need help dealing with old furniture, mattresses, and appliances like refrigerators and washing machines, you can find proper removalists who specialise in these disposals. 


Garden waste collection

Book garden waste disposal near you if you need help tidying your yard or cleaning up after a storm. Waste collectors can handle green waste like grass clippings, leaves, hedge trimmings, weeds, and dead plants. They can also collect large debris, including tree stumps, logs, and large branches. These services help prevent pest infestations, making your outdoor areas healthier. 


While garden waste is typically brought to the dump for sorting and disposal, you can opt for a more eco-friendly alternative by enlisting Taskers who can process your waste into compost or mulch.


Food waste disposal

Improper food disposal of organic waste from kitchens doesn’t only cause odour and pest problems. It can also create harmful greenhouse gases. Avoid these issues by hiring disposal experts to bring your waste to a local food recycling centre. They can collect kitchen scraps like vegetable peelings and fruit scraps, and take care of leftovers like expired food, uneaten meals, and spoiled groceries. They can also collect compostable materials like eggshells, tea bags, and coffee grounds to ensure proper repurposing. 


Commercial waste collection

Waste can pile up fast in offices, retail stores, and other commercial establishments. To prevent a cluttered workplace, connect with commercial waste collection service providers who can dispose of your rubbish. This includes office waste such as paper, cardboard, and packaging materials. They can also safely dispose of electronic waste such as computers, printers, and other devices. Make the most of your newly decluttered office by booking a separate cleaning service through Airtasker.


Building waste disposal

If you’ve recently undertaken a construction or renovation project, book a building waste disposal near you to help you clear out your space much faster. This service includes removing debris such as concrete, bricks, wood, and metal scraps. Taskers ensure that construction sites are kept clean and safe and that building materials are disposed of in compliance with environmental regulations.

Recent Waste Collection & Disposal tasks

Green waste removal

$200

Marino SA 5049, Australia

10th May 2026

Remove and dispose of entire pile; which includes green waste, bark, soil, and rock. A few bricks. Direct access to driveway from ramp pictured. Anything which is not the above any small pieces of metal, garden plastic you can be put aside and we will arrange disposal. The price is for the entire job, you will be responsible for any dumping costs.

help removing green waste and hard rubbish from property

$150

Albany Creek QLD 4035, Australia

9th May 2026

Need an extra seto hands helping load and remove green waste and hard rubbish from property. I have a van and tools, just need the help moving, loading and dumping. Looking for 4 hours assistance

Rubbish / Green Waste Removal

$200

Currumbin QLD, Australia

9th May 2026

Have just completed ripping up our deck and turf in our back yard and need someone to remove all the rubbish / waste Plus approx 5 rubble bags filled with dirt not pictured (about 30-40kgs each)

Household Waste Disposal - Sunday 10th May

$200

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

9th May 2026

We need help disposing of some household rubbish, nothing heavy. We are on the third floor (stairs only). Please review all photos carefully before making an offer, we've made an effort to show everything clearly but if you have any questions please ask. Garbage is mostly together on the balcony except for one white IKEA shelf (very lightweight and comes apart), and a small heater. Both are in the photos. Need someone Sunday 10th May, morning or early afternoon.

Showed up on time and did a fantastic job, highly recommend

Waste disposal

$250

Berala NSW, Australia

9th May 2026

Colorbond panels and general waste needs to be taken out. Max 15 min job collecting it all.

Donny and his brother did exactly what they said they’d do. Highly recommend.

Yard clean up green waste / concrete

$500

Moorooka QLD, Australia

9th May 2026

Hi looking for some to do yard clean / dump runs please see photos provided

Remove a pile of garden waste,bricks and mixed waste

$850

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

9th May 2026

A pile has accumulated at rear of a friends house. See photos. Laneway access Wish to get it loaded up and removed to tip Includes about 1.4 M3 of bricks rest all light weight and quite a lot of garden waste in centre of pile Location North Melbourne

Pongi V crew were polite respectful diligent and worked hard without fuss. I would have them back again

Removal of pile of dirt, rocks, green waste

$120

Yarrabilba QLD, Australia

8th May 2026

Removal of pile of dirt, rocks and green waste from landscaping job off front lawn and disposal.

Dump Run - garden waste and other

$100

Yeppoon QLD 4703, Australia

3rd May 2026

I have bamboo screening, garden green waste, outdoor timber table with 2 wooded bench seats, swing and broken concrete from a path

Polite. Good communication. Did a good job. Prompt and timely.

Hard waste collection

$100

Sydenham VIC, Australia

3rd May 2026

Hard waste collection of various residential items

Took care of all the hard waste hassle free. Even went above and beyond in offering to clear my front garden without me having to ask. Highly recommend.

Remove and dispose 2 sand bags with garden waste, rocks from site

$50

Nirimba Fields NSW, Australia

3rd May 2026

I need someone to pick up and dispose of 2 large garden waste bags from outside my house. Mostly soil, rocks, grass, and light garden debris, they are heavy. Bags are already filled and sitting at the front/side of the property (easy access, no stairs) You will need a suitable vehicle to transport them Please dispose of the waste responsibly Load and go. Thanks

Graham did a fantastic job removing the rubbish quickly and efficiently, and left everything clean and tidy afterward. He was punctual, friendly, and very professional throughout the whole task. Really appreciated how smoothly everything was handled. Highly recommended and would happily hire again.

Garden and household waste removal

$300

Chapel Hill QLD, Australia

3rd May 2026

Garden and household waste removal

Punctual and good communication

Pickup general and building waste from from lawn today Ettalong. 1 ute

$150

Daleys Point NSW 2257, Australia

2nd May 2026

Pick up and takeaway to the tip one ute of general waste. No hazardous. General waste and building material Today

My complaining came quick and got the job done probably the first time I've had someone do a pick you up without whinging and trying to place me good man book him again

Take my general rubbish bin out to the kerb for waste collection day

$45

Glendalough WA 6016, Australia

27th Apr 2026

I am away. I need my red rubbish bin collected from in front of my garage and taken to the nearby kerb for collection day tomorrow.

Very efficient and communication was great

Remove cardboard boxes and small household waste

$50

The Basin VIC, Australia

26th Apr 2026

Hi, I need someone to remove and dispose of some cardboard boxes and a small amount of household waste. Mostly large furniture packaging/cardboard boxes, packing material, foam, and one rubbish bag of light waste. No heavy building materials.

Great service and on time.

Building waste removal

$180

Ringwood VIC 3134, Australia

26th Apr 2026

Task Title: Rubbish Removal: Wardrobe Reno (Timber & Plasterboard) - Ringwood North Task Description: I need a load of renovation waste removed from my property in Ringwood North. It is all sitting in a pile on the porch/driveway with easy access for a trailer or van. The load includes: • Timber Studs: Approx. 10–12 lengths (some up to 2.4m long). • Plasterboard: A pile of broken sheets (see photos). • Misc: Small amount of trim and offcuts.

Stewart was fast to respond and was a fantastic communicator. The job was done quickly and efficiently and look forward to seeing Stewart again when I need some help with building materials from my renovations, many thanks Stewart

Rubbish Removal - 5m³ Timber & Light Building Waste

$450

Seddon VIC, Australia

25th Apr 2026

Looking for someone with a truck or large trailer to remove and dispose of approximately 6 cubic metres of building waste from my property in Footscray. The load consists of: - Timber (90%): Mostly old decking and offcuts. Please note some have nails still in them. A few old weatherboards as well Roofing: A few sheets of tin roofing (non-hazardous). Door: One old rotten wooden door and one screendoor. Access: Easy access from the driveway/front of the property. No stairs. Requirements: Must have your own vehicle (5-tonne truck or large caged trailer recommended for a single trip). Price must include all disposal/tip fees.

The man is a superstar - had everything removed an hour after I posted the ad

Take rubbish to tip- includes cardboard, green waste, old rug etc.

$130

Beerwah QLD, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Need some green waste, rubbish, cardboard and old rug taken to tip Asap. Need gone by today or tomorrow

Efficient, good communication, great work!

Mixed building waste to remove

$500

Earlwood NSW, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Various renovation waste. Some rubble, tiles, Floorsanding dust, timber, tile adhesive . Driveway access, 2.5m wide.

excellent service , pleasant guy

Remove metal and green waste

$10

Ringwood VIC 3134, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Remove metal and green waste 1 cubic metre total

A+++ highly recommend