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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

Akira was prompt when it came to communication and was reasonable

Building Waste removal

£200

Radoslaw was great

Remove junk, couch and garden waste

£150

Quick and efficient - recommend his services

Garden waste removal

£30

Quick and efficient,I highly recommend him!

Garden waste removal

£100

Reliable and punctual service, many thanks

Collect garden waste

£75

What's the average cost of a waste collector

£50 - £105

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£105

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Why hire a waste collection & disposal expert through Airtasker?

Proper waste disposal requires more than simply tossing everything into one bin. Carelessly handling your rubbish can harm the environment and pose health risks. For instance, your old batteries and leftover cleaners can pollute soil and seep into the groundwater. Organic waste left to decompose attracts pests and rodents, which can spread disease. More importantly, throwing away reusable items is a waste of valuable resources!

If you need to clear out home or office waste but lack time for thorough sorting, you can reap more benefits by hiring an established waste collection and disposal service. Can’t find a reliable and affordable waste disposal near you? Make the experience a lot smoother by posting on Airtasker to connect with top-rated collectors! Review their profiles, see customer reviews, and compare quotes from qualified Taskers. You can even arrange same-day waste collection and disposal services, depending on your Tasker’s 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 can create substantial sanitation issues. Beyond the unpleasant odours and unsightly mess, it can lead to serious health risks if not properly managed. With Airtasker, you can easily access affordable and dependable waste collection services. Get acquainted with experts in household, garden, or building waste disposal near you who have the skills and equipment to tackle the rubbish you've gathered.


Learn more about the services you can request:


Household waste collection

Residential waste can accumulate from daily activities quite fast. Keep your home neat and well-maintained by getting regularly serviced for household waste disposal near you. Waste collectors can remove general rubbish such as plastic packaging, old car tyres, broken furniture, outdated clothing, and other worn-out items. They also accept recyclables, including paper, cardboard, glass bottles, and metal cans.


If you require assistance with disposing of old furniture, mattresses, or appliances like fridges and washing machines, Airtasker can connect you with specialised removal experts available to help.


Garden waste collection

Need a hand with tidying up your garden or clearing debris after a storm? Book a local garden waste removal service to keep your garden healthy and free from pests. Waste collectors can take care of green waste like grass cuttings, leaves, hedge trimmings, weeds, and dead plants. They also address larger items such as tree stumps, logs, and big branches. 


If you prefer exploring a greener alternative to simply sending your garden waste to the dump, hire Taskers who can turn it into compost or mulch.


Food waste disposal

Improper disposal of organic kitchen waste not only leads to odour issues and pest infestations. It also contributes to harmful greenhouse gases. Prevent these problems by enlisting waste disposal near you to transport your waste to a local food recycling centre. Waste collectors can gather kitchen scraps such as vegetable peelings and fruit leftovers, and manage items like expired food, uneaten meals, and spoiled groceries. They also accept compostable materials like eggshells, tea bags, and coffee grounds responsibly.


Commercial waste collection

When it comes to offices, retail stores, and other commercial spaces, waste can quickly build up. Connect with waste management services to keep your workplace clutter-free. They handle office waste like paper, cardboard, and packaging materials, as well as electronic waste such as computers and printers. Once you've cleared out, enhance your workspace even further by booking a cleaning service via Airtasker.


Building waste disposal

If you've just finished a building or renovation project, consider booking a building waste disposal near you to swiftly clear your space. This service covers the removal of materials like concrete, bricks, wood, and metal scraps. Specialists aim to ensure the construction sites remain tidy and safe, disposing of materials per environmental guidelines.

Recent Waste Collection & Disposal tasks

Dispose of wood and household waste

£50

Forest Fields, Nottinghamshire

21st Aug 2025

Dispose of wood and household waste

Remove and dispose of 10 bags of garden waste

£30

Southend On Sea, Essex

21st Aug 2025

I have 10 bags of garden waste that i need removing.

Garden Waste Removal

£70

The Mews, Greater London

20th Aug 2025

Removal of garden waste. Multiple bags of soil/stones. Bags are very very heavy - so may need dividing up into smaller bags.

Bag up garden waste pile (no removal, bags provided)

£40

West Knighton, Leicestershire

20th Aug 2025

I need someone to bag up a pile of garden waste (mainly dry grass, weeds, and some small branches). No removal needed – a friend will take the bags to the tip. I will provide the bags. The waste is already in one pile, so it’s straightforward. Should take about 1.5–3 hours. Ideally done today (20th) or tomorrow (21st). Budget: £35–£40 (open to offers).

Friendly and polite people. Very good price for the job. The garden waste on driveway was removed very fast, much quicker than i thought it would take. We would choose them for future work.

Garden waste collection

£15

South Croydon, Greater London

19th Aug 2025

I need collecting of a few garden waste bags. There is a waste centre nearby but I don't have a car.

Remove cut down garden green waste for disposal

£100

Catford, Greater London, SE6

19th Aug 2025

Remove cut down garden waste from garden and dispose of it

Lee was really helpful and did extra work to help me. I would highly recommend her work and efficiency.

Garden waste disposal

£30

Wembley Park, Greater London

19th Aug 2025

Remove cuttings from garden waste

To collect and dispose of dirt,garden waste and soil from driveway

£250

Upper Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire

19th Aug 2025

to collect and dispose of dirt, soil and garden waste from driveway

Garden waste 10 bags only

£50

Lower Belvedere, Greater London, DA17

11th Aug 2025

10 bags garden waste only

very good work before time i like to recommend

Remove garden waste

£50

South Croydon, Greater London

7th Aug 2025

I need about four garden waste bags disposed of

Thomas was so efficient and friendly. He responded to my messages quickly and was very accommodating, I will definitely be using him again in the future if I need anything else collected. Highly recommend x

Garden waste removed

£50

Thornton Heath, Greater London

7th Aug 2025

4 bulk bags of garden waste and a small pile of random garden waste. Accessible from side entrance. Preferably today or early tomorrow.

Great job did exactly what I requested

I have 5x 500 litre bags full of garden waste I need disposing.

£50

Southborough, Greater London

3rd Aug 2025

I have 5x 5 litre bags of garden waste to dispose of. I am flexible on date and time. I would ideally like the bags returned if possible as I have a lot more clearing to do.

James was on time, a lovely guy and really helpful. Highly recommended!

Remove 3 piles of kitchen waste

£100

Bloomsbury, Greater London

26th Jun 2025

HAS TO BE DONE TODAY. DON’T BID IF YOU CAN’T DO TODAY! Please remove all items in the photos and dispose of them. It will take a van. Collection is WC1N 1BL Can be done after congestion time. There is a single yellow line out side of my building a few stairs up and then I am on a raised ground floor flat by the main door. I can help lift items outside.

Very friendly and did a great job

Waste disposal task - Cardboard boxes & Pallets

£150

Pentonville, Greater London

17th Jun 2025

We have a delivery arriving tomorrow (Tuesday) of two pallets worth of flyers to our storage unit near Kings Cross. We need someone to pick up, remove and dispose of all the old cardboard boxes and two wooden pallets. Please see attached image. There will be around 100 empty cardboard boxes and two large wooden pallets that need to be disposed of. You need to provide proof of correct disposal i.e. no fly tipping. We will have someone at the unit who can help you load. You will need a van - there is too much for a car.

Fantastic work! Went above and beyond to get the job done.

Bulk Waste Collection

£50

King's Heath, West Midlands

26th May 2025

Need for bulk waste to be collected from my property: x1 weights bench x1 Double/King Size Headboard x1 Wooden Table

Mohammed was super efficient both verbally and service-wise. He collected quite heavy bulk waste items from my brother’s property with such ease and speed. In my brother’s words: “Ye that was crazy watching it done so fast!” Thank you Mohammed!

Waste collection

£60

Caversham Heights, Berkshire

19th May 2025

Collection of some domestic waste - mainly cardboard and some pieces of wood and general rubbish

Very efficient service

Garden waste + shed scraps removal

£50

Sutton, Greater London, SM1

15th May 2025

Garden waste removal - 10-15 bags as shown in image Also we'd like to have someone to go through our shed and remove wood scraps

So impressed with Chris and his efforts in ensuring our needs are met. He went above and beyond and did an amazing job! Thank you so much again

Garden waste

£50

Archway, Greater London

20th Apr 2025

Remove between 9 to 15 bags of garden waste

Easy to comunicate, fast and reliable

Waste collection

£25

South Harrow, Greater London, HA2

16th Apr 2025

I have cooking pots, hoover, soil and extra waste needs to be collected from the garden.

such a lovely person very hard-working. He make sure everything was cleaned. Highly recommended differently will book again.

Garden Waste Clearance

£100

West Ham, Greater London, E15

14th Apr 2025

1 man and medium van needed for removal of garden waste from front garden. Mostly cuttings and of leaves bagged up in waste bags, Not too much. Should only take 1 man half hour to load into a van as there isn't anything heavy.

Matthew was professional and got the job done fast. Would definitely recommend