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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

Ash was brilliant! He arrived quickly, cleared everything exactly as agreed, and even sent photos afterwards to confirm the job was done. Great communication throughout and offered to come back if he'd missed anything. Really friendly, professional and made a stressful moving day much easier. Would happily recommend and use again!

Rubbish removal - Household waste from front of property (SW19)

£150

Waste removal. Efficient, good communication, fair price. Top rating.

Waste disposal

£70

Great job, thanks very much!

Garden waste removal

£120

Super quick and easy thank you!

Waste disposal

£30

Great prompt service would recommend

Removal of garden waste sacks to Smuggler's way disposal centre

£50

Efficient , arrived on time and great price .

House hold waste collection

£200

What's the average cost of a waste collector

£50 - £125

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£50

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£80

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£125

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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 van for removal. 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 waste, which can be verified through their past task history and customer reviews. Look for Taskers with the necessary equipment, such as vans or lorries, that are suitable for transporting bulky materials like concrete or bricks. Also, ensure that Taskers are familiar with local regulations and hold any necessary licences for construction waste disposal.

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

Garden waste removal (old turf and soil)

£50

Acton, Greater London, W3

4th Nov 2026

Removal of around 26 bags containing old turf and soil and one pallet.

Fast, efficient and great communication. Thanks

Bulky waste collection

£50

Govan, City of Glasgow

3rd Nov 2026

I need a single box bed and mattress taking the skip

20 black bin bags of household waste

£75

Maulden, Bedfordshire

3rd Nov 2026

30.black bin bags of household waste to be properly disposed of, local tip is less than 5 miles away

Waste disposal

£30

Rush Green, Hertfordshire

3rd Nov 2026

General waste buildup, needs disposing of.

Garden waste collection

£30

Stamshaw, Hampshire

2nd Nov 2026

Collection of garden wastes 6 bags 50 L and few metal scraps

Waste disposal - House clean

£120

Northfield, West Midlands

2nd Nov 2026

Household rubbish as well as a fridge and broken down bed / side table as well as two double mattress Please make sure you have a tip booking pls

Daniel was very helpful, great with communication! Will be happy to use him again x

House waste / garden waste / random rubbish (bagged) disposal

£60

Peckham, Greater London, SE15

1st Nov 2026

Clearing out garden and household waste / rubbish and removal of pre bagged up garden waste and some outdoor furniture type things (with help from the 2 living there) will need help to clear and the waste / rubbish taken and dispose of. 1-2 hour job max It will all be in the front garden ready to be loaded and removed

Plasterboard waste disposal

£200

Tovil, Kent

31st Oct 2026

Old plasterboard was taken off the wall. There was about 30m2 of wall.

Quick response and helpful, highly recommended

Remove garden waste and some furniture

£50

Bowes Park, Greater London

31st Oct 2026

Remove 3 bags of 500l of garden waste(mostly palm tree leaf on the bags, light weight, then a old bed frame, a slide, barbecue, some pieces of wood, and 6 boxes of flyers, also a little chest of draw and some kids toys, I have an operational pressure washer and lawnmower in the garden that you can take

Fantastic work very kind guy, did as much he could complete the task amazingly highly recommend. Looking forward to work with him again. When I move.

Waste disposal

£100

Chingford Green, Greater London

31st Oct 2026

I have many big items that needs to go to the tip and/or recycling centre. Someone with a van is needed for some pallets, and old tables waste and other items like bin bags. Items are currently outside and can be wet.

Fantastic service, super friendly and reliable

Waste disposal

£70

Friern Barnet, Greater London

23rd Oct 2026

Waste disposal to be taken to the tip

Efficient, quick with great communication thank you !

Get rid of recycles, polystyrene packaging , and garden waste

£85

Old Oak Common, Greater London

8th Oct 2026

Get rid of 8-10 bags of garden waste, a bin of recyclables, some card boxes and polystyrene packaging include loading, taking the garden bags out from the back garden, and all disposal charges.

Fantastic service and communication. And the guy also works for charity when he gets time! Will definitely book him again.

Garden waste disposal (gravel, soil, and a few items)

£60

Gosforth, Tyne and Wear

7th Oct 2026

Items to tip: - pile of soil at end of garden - bags of gravel - a wooden mud kitchen - a few items near the gate (old rug, two ikea wooden trofast units, some broken plantpots)

Kanane was very helpful, efficient and friendly! He did a brilliant job and I’d highly recommend him to anyone. ☺️

Waste collection

£150

Parliament Hill, Greater London

30th Sep 2026

Waste collection – Highgate, N6 London Looking for someone to collect and dispose of all the waste shown in the photos. Approximately 90% is MDF boards and shelves. The remaining items include: * 3 wooden pallets * 1 garden parasol * 1 heavy outdoor blind/curtain from an old terrace Please quote for the full job, including loading, collection and disposal. A licensed waste carrier is required. Please confirm your vehicle is large enough to take everything shown in the photos.

Great job. Highly recommend

Waste disposal

£180

Worcester Park, Greater London

30th Sep 2026

Looking for someone to dispose of our moving in rubbish composed mainly of cardboard boxes. Heavy items include one toilet, few wooden pallets and fence panels, an old wooden door slab, a few garden pots and plants, and general rubbish. *Please include the contents of the green and brown rubbish bins containing cardboards and general rubbish.

Easy to communicate

General household waste removal 50 ish bags

£150

Beckenham, Greater London, BR3

16th Sep 2026

Hi, I am moving house and need these bin bags from outside my house collected and removed. It’s all general waste. And nothing too heavy. Around 50 ish bags. Please check that your van can make it down our street, as it’s a very very small road. So you may have to reverse onto it. I don’t have a parking space. So ideally can be grabbed quickly, as to not block the road too long. Thank you so much. I have another removals job after this one, if completed successfully.

Amazing! Thank you so much! So quick too.

Get rid of garden shed, bricks and garden waste, including clearance

£150

New Town, Kent

20th Aug 2026

To dismantle and dispose of shed, including bricks, garden waste and rubbish. There is a garden side entrance, this will also need to be cleared as pictured

James was really thorough, professional and quick. He did a great job of dismantling and getting rid of our old garden shed. Would definitely book again.

Hard core Waste Collection & Disposal Needed

£100

Sandridge, Hertfordshire

2nd Aug 2026

Looking for someone to collect and legally dispose of the following from my property: * 1 pile of broken hardcore/concrete (see photos) All piled up at back of garden. Please quote your price including disposal. Photos attached show everything that needs removing

Sofiane was brilliant. Turned up on time, worked hard, and removed all the concrete quickly and efficiently. Left the area tidy and was friendly throughout. Would happily recommend and use again. Thanks!

50 rubbish bags with clothes, papers and household waste

£50

Leytonstone, Greater London, E11

1st Aug 2026

50 rubbish bags with clothes, papers and household waste. Need to be collected and disposed. Will be left in front garden for easier collection, and we are happy to load the vehicle. It just needs to be disposed off.

Was promptly on time. Such a lovely man, they worked quickly and even took an extra carpet to throw out. Will definitely rebook Tototai again.

Flooring waste disposal (tiles & wood)

£75

Stockwell, Greater London

27th Jul 2026

Looking for someone with a van or suitable vehicle to take a load of building waste to the local tip. Mainly broken kitchen floor tiles and some underfloor plywood from a recent kitchen renovation. Everything is already removed and ready to load. Please get in touch with your availability.

Quick and efficient, showed up on time and accepted to help with more work for a fee.