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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

Daniel came almost immediately and did great quick work. Highly recommend.

Green waste removal- less than 2 cubic meters

$180

Ian completed the task quickly and with no fuss. Highly recommended.

Green waste removal

$55

Heidi is a great communicator and very prompt. Great service.

Green Waste Removal

$100

Callum was great to deal with, very prompt responses in the app and lovely on the day of the service. Would highly recommend him for odd jobs.

Remove garden waste

$30

Great job. Quick and efficient

Removal of green waste

$250

Great communication and real effective at the job. Highly recommend

Greenwaste Collection

$5

What's the average cost of a waste collector

$85 - $190

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$190

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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

Need green waste taken to tip please.

$5

Murrumba Downs QLD, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Have a few large piles of green waste that needs to go to the tip. Most has been cut down into small pieces. Please note: Green waste is in the backyard. House has a steep driveway. You are able to back up trailer to get close to the side gate.

Remove recycle and green waste

$10

Kuraby QLD, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Remove green waste Boxes (recycle) Should take 15 to 30 mins to load Palm tree waste / Lilly pillys Pickup am if possible

Take green waste to dump

$100

Mount Barker SA 5251, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

We need someone with a trailer to please come and collect our green waste and take it to the dump.

Green waste

$100

Forest Lake QLD, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Remove green waste to take to the dump

Hard Waste Collection

$5

Berwick VIC, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Hi, I have no idea how much it would cost for hard waste removal (used up council collections for the year)can you kindly quote if you’re able to help clear this, please.

Picking up green waste and put in a green bin

$50

Lewisham NSW, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Low key side kick to assist collecting and depositing in my green bin.

Remove green waste

$100

Balaclava VIC, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

I have a lot of green waste to be cleared away - it is branches of a small tree I cut down. It is a trailer load

Green waste removal

$40

Gungahlin ACT, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Removal and disposal of garden waste. Approximately 1/2 small trailer load.

Jamie was fantastic, punctual, and a great communicator. I will definitely contact Jamie again for future jobs.

Hard waste collection

$500

Mascot NSW 2020, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Hard waste; plastics, metals, broken furniture, old appliances, old furniture. $500 budget neg. - potential future collections to be discussed for later in the week.

Quick, efficient, reliable and very friendly. Highly recommended for any and all rubbish removal. Super fantastic dude. Very grateful!!

Removal of Green Waste

$250

Belmont QLD, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

We need green waste removed from front yard and back. Can supply dump vouchers if required

Will was fantastic, showed up and got the job done really well

Green waste collection

$50

Highgate Hill QLD, Australia

22nd Aug 2025

Will need a trailer or ute to take green waste away. I have waste vouchers to use. Driveway access right up to it.

Great work - thanks guys

Green waste removal

$100

Bardon QLD, Australia

21st Aug 2025

Remove green waste from front yard. Easy access

Amazing job. Very efficient & great communication. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Removal of building waste

$150

Hendra QLD 4011, Australia

19th Aug 2025

Require removal of the building waste pictured which is soil, partly broken up small pieces of concrete and one 150cm bush. We can provide tip tickets for the dump disposal.

Very happy with the building waste disposal

Green waste to bin

$50

Aspley QLD 4034, Australia

19th Aug 2025

Dump few bags of green waste to bin will provide the green waste voucher

Thanks for the timely help!

Remove green waste

$100

Mango Hill QLD, Australia

18th Aug 2025

Pull out and remove green waste down size of house Small plants and vines

Legend thank you kindly

Green waste removal

$50

Cannon Hill QLD 4170, Australia

18th Aug 2025

Removal of green waste outside business

Super quick turnaround, thanks Dan!

Green waste taken to tip

$150

Wynnum QLD, Australia

17th Aug 2025

I’ve got some cut offs from my palm trees in a big pile that I need removed and taken to the tip. I have waste vouchers you can use for the tip as well. Depending on your vehicle I would say it’s a minimum of 4 trips.

Jeffrey is a ‘get in and get it done’ kinda guy. He did a great job and managed to get my job done in great time. Thanks Jeffrey!

Green waste removal with dump vouchers

$120

Windsor QLD 4030, Australia

17th Aug 2025

Green waste removal needed - Lilly Pilly hedges. Dump vouchers provided. Will need Ute

Great work easy and efficient

Green Waste Removal

$100

Labrador QLD, Australia

17th Aug 2025

I have some green waste that needs removing, mainly small tree branches and palm fronds (as seen in the photo)

Josh was absolutely fantastic with removing our green waste! I would wholeheartedly recommend him to do a job for you!

Remove pile of garden waste

$50

Ferny Hills QLD 4055, Australia

17th Aug 2025

Remove pile of garden waste (mostly palm fronds). Ideally today, Monday the 18th or Friday the 22nd.

Very happy, thank you