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Recent Rubbish Removal reviews in Lothian Edinburgh

Arrived as planned and completed job

Move Xtrainer

£60

Very professional and helpful. Good job! I love the bed!

Help move the double bed parcel and assemble it.

£60

Ian was very helpful and put my boxes exactly when I wanted them, would definitely recommend him.

Lift boxes upstairs

£50

Insanely incredible experience, super helpful and so so kind! I wanted to tip but the system was crashing but I cannot express how amazing he was!

Remove large number of cardboard boxes

£50

I was very happy with James C. He was easy to coordinate with, on time, fast and helpful. Recommended 100%.

3 suitcases

£30

Ian and his pal arrived on time and heavy lifted a lot of stuff. Strong men, very fast and courteous. When they accidentally knocked a flask of tea over, they mopped the floor immediately for me.

Heavy lifting some stuff from ground to first floor

£100

What's the average cost of Rubbish Removals in Lothian Edinburgh

£50 - £103

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£50

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£60

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£103

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Average reviews for Rubbish Removal Services in Lothian Edinburgh

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Best rated Cardboard Removal Experts near me

Recent Cardboard Removal reviews in Lothian Edinburgh

Daud. Is a lovely, kind trustworthy and efficient person . 5 stars

Cardboard removal

£30

Friendly, efficient and got the job done even though it ended up taking two trips! Recommend 😊

Take cardboard from move to recycling centre

£100

Insanely incredible experience, super helpful and so so kind! I wanted to tip but the system was crashing but I cannot express how amazing he was!

Remove large number of cardboard boxes

£50

What's the average cost of a Cardboard Removal expert in Lothian Edinburgh

£47 - £70

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£47

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£55

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£70

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What does rubbish removal include?

Many people hire removal specialists to collect dry items that are difficult to dispose of, such as old furniture, e-waste, garden waste, and construction debris. Taskers can pick up your items and transport them to the nearest charity or recycling centre, helping you quickly clear your space and make room for new changes.


Whether you need to clear out a home, office or other establishment, rubbish removal specialists have the expertise to handle any request. Here are some rubbish removal services you can book on Airtasker.


Household rubbish removal

From collecting large collect furniture like sofas and mattresses to simpler tasks such as disposing of large piles of scrap paper, removal specialists can handle any household waste or items you no longer need. If you require more than household clearance services, book cleaning services on Airtasker to take decluttering a step further. If you’re moving, you can also hire a man with a van to help you.


Building rubbish removal

If you are preparing a commercial area for renovation or need to egress or office relocation, get experts to handle building rubbish removal. Taskers can work on any task for your office clearance efforts, whether you need assistance emptying desk bins and shelves or collecting computers, printers and large furniture for donation or recycling. You can also book a cleaning service specifically for your office.


Garden rubbish removal

Whether you’re cleaning up after a storm or even starting a landscaping project, count on removal experts to lend a hand. You can have them load grass clippings, leaves, dirt, branches, weeds and removed concrete into a ute, truck, or trailer. Afterwards, they can transport everything to the dump for sorting and disposal. Your Tasker can also ensure your garden waste gets repurposed into compost or mulch! 


By using Airtasker, you have access to other affordable garden services such as lawn maintenance and treatment, landscape design, land clearing or sprinkler system installation.


Construction rubbish removal

Just completed a construction project at home? If you need to clear out the area swiftly and thoroughly, hire Taskers to assist you with disposing of bricks, scrap metal and other types of building rubbish removal. With a construction rubbish removal expert, you can ensure the safe and proper disposal of debris and materials at the appropriate facility.


White goods removal

Removing white goods usually starts with Taskers uninstalling the items from their current location and preparing them for the actual removal. If you’re unaware, each appliance may require specific steps, making the process different for all. For example, washing machines need their tubs cleaned to remove residue, while refrigerators should be defrosted. Dishwashers need their water lines inspected.


If you only need individual items removed, such as your hot tub or fridge, book them as separate services instead. Otherwise, a general white goods removal expert can handle removal needs for multiple items.

Recent Rubbish Removal tasks in Lothian Edinburgh

Help move my stuff

£30

Oxgangs, City of Edinburgh

27th Mar 2026

clothes, shoes and personal items Pickup location: Dreghorn, Midlothian, EH13 , Scotland Drop-off location: Leith, Midlothian, EH6 7, Scotland Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Pick up old kitchen and plasterboard rubble

£100

South Leith, City of Edinburgh

27th Mar 2026

Pick up old kitchen including appliances Old plasterboard from wall Small amount of laminate flooring

Pick up a Facebook marketplace sofa

£40

Blackford, City of Edinburgh

26th Mar 2026

Double sofa bed Pickup location: Blackford, Midlothian, EH9 3, Scotland Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Help move my sofa

£35

Wester Hailes, City of Edinburgh

26th Mar 2026

I have a two seater couch needing lifted down 3 flights of stairs and disposed of

Take away sofas, bedframes, mattresses, chest drawers, and cardboard.

£100

St Leonard's, City of Edinburgh

26th Mar 2026

I need help moving to the dump or recycling some furniture such as bedframes, mattresses, drawers, and some other things. I am on a 4th floor so will need help with taking them down.

Pick up 3d printer thats Downstairs

£35

Longstone, City of Edinburgh

24th Mar 2026

Evri dropped off a parcel thats a Big box and quite heavy at the front door of my building. i unfortunately cant get it as i have carpal tunnel in both wrists and have a hernia. I told Evri this but obviously they dont care. So the guy just dumped it I live on the 2nd of a building in a flat. At Hailesland Gardens. Thanks if anyone can help .

House move

£100

Gorgie, City of Edinburgh

24th Mar 2026

L shape courner couch, chest freezer childs bed clothes Pickup location: Craiglockhart, Midlothian, EH14 , Scotland Drop-off location: Queensferry, West Lothian, EH30 , Scotland Removals size: House Stairs: At both places

Fridge freezer

£80

Trinity, City of Edinburgh

23rd Mar 2026

Old fridge freezer removal

Help move my sofa

£10

West Pilton, City of Edinburgh

19th Mar 2026

Remove my sofa Pickup location: Muirhouse, Midlothian, EH4 4, Scotland Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Collect and dispose of small appliances and sofa

£30

Prestonfield, City of Edinburgh

17th Mar 2026

Sofa, armchair, small fridge, oven, kitchen extractor and 2 kitchen plinths. Pickup location: Prestonfield, Midlothian, EH16 , Scotland Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Moving boxes to a new address

£100

West End, City of Edinburgh

14th Mar 2026

We are moving to a new place on 3 April, and the distance by car is less than 10 minutes. We expect to transport approximately 30–35 boxes (mostly clothes), each measuring 47 × 31.5 × 25 cm, along with: 2 large suitcases 2 small suitcases 1 × 65" TV 1 IKEA wardrobe (200 × 201 cm, HASVIK 705.215.63 + 3 × 102.779.84 + 1 × 302.568.91) 1 small office desk and chair 1 large mirror I have not finished packing yet, so the final number of items may change slightly, but I do not expect any significant differences. I will communicate promptly if there are any updates. Since the new place is very close, I am also open to doing two trips if the truck is small. Please let me know your availability and offer. Thank you.

Washing Machine disconnected and moved

£50

Bonnington, City of Edinburgh

12th Mar 2026

One washing machine. Pickup location: Pilrig, Midlothian, EH6 5, Scotland Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Bring the bath (180 kg) to the first floor

£100

Murrayfield, City of Edinburgh

11th Mar 2026

I need to bring the bath 180 kg to the first floor from the ground floor.

Help moving boxes from my house to storage unit

£100

Comely Bank, City of Edinburgh

11th Mar 2026

Boxes of wine and other items Pickup location: Dean Village, Midlothian, EH4 1, Scotland Drop-off location: Sighthill, Midlothian, EH11 , Scotland Removals size: Apartment Stairs: No

Mattress removal

£10

Meadowbank, City of Edinburgh

11th Mar 2026

Double sized mattress Pickup location: Duddingston, Midlothian, EH8 7, Scotland Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Move furniture from my ground floor to my 1st fl.

£100

Stockbridge, City of Edinburgh

4th Mar 2026

Chairs, sofa, rug, side tables, sideboard, dining table - that is marble and round and can be stored ground floor in vestibule. These all need to be booked in again in 4 days time to put back Pickup location: Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH3 5, Scotland Drop-off location: Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH3 5, Scotland Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Help move a couple of furrniture

£80

Broughton, City of Edinburgh

2nd Mar 2026

Hello, I need someone with a minivan to move some light furniture: Pick up: EH3 6NE - 3rd floor without lift Drop-off: EH3 6AA - Ground floor Date: Friday 6th March after 6pm The addresses are a few minutes drive away and this should not take more than an hour. Furniture list: 4 x Large Boxes 1 x butterfly Armchair 1 x large plant with pot 1 x foldable Massage Table 1 x standing shelf (6 tier) 1 x painting

Unpacking a moving van

£50

South Leith, City of Edinburgh

1st Mar 2026

Unloading a medium sized van from carpark to 2nd floor flat (entrance steps then lift). 1 person available to help with heavy items. No sofa moving required.

Jack was friendly, professional and polite. Worked really hard and did a great job. I have no hesitation in recommending him.

Please help me collect a mattress!

£30

Sighthill, City of Edinburgh

20th Feb 2026

Just need a double mattress collected and delivered to my apartment. I can help bring upstairs! Any help would be greatly appreciated! Pickup location: Edinburgh Park, Midlothian, EH12 , Scotland Drop-off location: Fountainbridge/Craiglockhart Scotland, United Kingdom Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Gemz was so helpful and made a very awkward and tedious task a breeze! Thank you again!

Help me moving boxes

£200

Greenside, City of Edinburgh

30th Sep 2025

pick up from my home to big yellow pick up place Pickup location: Calton Hill, Midlothian, EH7 5, Scotland Drop-off location: The Calders, Midlothian, EH11 , Scotland Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places

The best ever!!!!!!!!

Recent Cardboard Removal tasks in Lothian Edinburgh

Take away sofas, bedframes, mattresses, chest drawers, and cardboard.

£100

St Leonard's, City of Edinburgh

26th Mar 2026

I need help moving to the dump or recycling some furniture such as bedframes, mattresses, drawers, and some other things. I am on a 4th floor so will need help with taking them down.

Take cardboard from move to recycling centre

£100

Carrick Knowe, City of Edinburgh

28th Feb 2026

We've just finished moving in and we've got ~50 cardboard boxes that need to be taken to the recycling centre, but we don't yet have a car. There's ~6 black bin bags of rubbish to take too. Thanks!

Friendly, efficient and got the job done even though it ended up taking two trips! Recommend 😊

Need help to remove 45+ mid-to-large-sized cardboard carton boxes

£30

Oxgangs, City of Edinburgh

26th Oct 2023

I just moved in and with 45+ mid-to-large-sized cardboard carton boxes occupying half of my garden shed. I need help to remove it. Please send me a quote. - Due date: Flexible

Cardboard removal

£30

Newington, City of Edinburgh

12th Jul 2023

Cardboard boxes removal and disposal from moving home - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 13 July 2023

Daud. Is a lovely, kind trustworthy and efficient person . 5 stars

Remove large number of cardboard boxes

£50

The Gyle, City of Edinburgh

22nd May 2023

We have a lot of boxes we need removed. About 40-50 - Due date: Flexible

Insanely incredible experience, super helpful and so so kind! I wanted to tip but the system was crashing but I cannot express how amazing he was!

Have a cupboard full of extra cardboard/packaging in need of removal

£5

Carrick Knowe, City of Edinburgh

26th Dec 2022

Moved recently and have an understairs cupboard full of old moving boxes/furniture boxes + non-cardboard packaging in need of disposal from a ground floor flat. - Due date: Flexible, price is negotiable

Pick up cardboard boxes

£20

West End, City of Edinburgh

2nd Dec 2022

I have a lot of boxes in the flat from recent moving. I would need someone to pick them up and dispose of - Due date: Before Saturday, 3 December 2022

Cardboard Waste Collection

£50

Fairmilehead, City of Edinburgh

12th Nov 2022

I have moved to new house and would like to look for someone who can help collect the cardboard bard) around 80 cardboard) - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 16 November 2022

Cardboard removal

£35

Cleikimin, City of Edinburgh

15th Oct 2022

Hello, My partner and I have lots of cardboard boxes that need to be disposed of. We are currently dressing a 3 bedroom house. We need someone to take the boxes away please. The boxes range from small to Large. Thank you - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 16 October 2022

Removal of cardboard boxes

£10

Gorgie, City of Edinburgh

27th Sep 2022

Need to remove cardboard boxes - Due date: Flexible

Cardboard removal

£80

Stockbridge, City of Edinburgh

2nd Sep 2022

We have lots of card board and packing paper to get rid of. Needs pick up with large van. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 5 September 2022

Cardboard removed

£40

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1

19th Jul 2022

I have a large amount of cardboard boxes/packaging that I need recycled. Maybe 4 domestic recylcling wheelie bins full. - Due date: Flexible

Cardboard collection after moving house

£50

Orchard Brae, City of Edinburgh

6th Apr 2022

Due date: Flexible Want to get rid of lots of cardon boxes in different sizes after house move

Cardboard / paper packaging removal

£40

New Town, City of Edinburgh

31st Mar 2022

I just moved house and have a large amount of cardboard boxes and paper packing materials left over from the move that I need removed. - Due date: Flexible