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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

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Items removal - cardboard, garden waste, pallets

£60

Thanks jay. Turned up on time and took the waste away as agreed.

Small amount of building waste collection

£25

Fast and efficient. Would definitely recommend.

I need green waste collection

£100

Good communication and got job done

30 bags of garden waste removal

£60

Really efficient, pleasant to deal with and job completed on same day

Take household waste away

£60

Leius did a great job, super fast and communicative!

Garden waste removal

£40

What's the average cost of a waste collector

£45 - £106

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£45

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£71

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£106

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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

Remove a skip worth of waste. Materials such as garden waste/pvc/metal

£200

Trowell Moor, Nottinghamshire

1st Dec 2024

Waste removal. Property is difficult to get a skip in so would prefer someone with a decent sized van to take everything away. Materials are quite dirty as have been stagnant in the garden a while. Materials include metal, PVC windows, glass, garden waste and other old items for scrapping.

Remove bulky waste

£30

Bradford On Avon, Wiltshire

1st Dec 2024

We have a number of furniture items that we need to get rid of - including a half size fridge, a toilet, a sofa, a half size ikea dresser, and some other smaller recycling waste. A medium size van is necessary!

Fridge freezer congregate curb bkocks garden waste etc

£150

London Colney, Hertfordshire

30th Nov 2024

Fridge freezer concrete blocks cardboard garden waste etc

Remove household waste

£40

Harborne, West Midlands

30th Nov 2024

Need to remove 10 bags of trash

Sofa and mattress waste collection

£35

Mayfield, Greater Manchester

29th Nov 2024

A three seater sofa and a mattress need taking from outside a flat building for waste, either if you want to keep them or taken to the tip, easily accessible

Garden waste removal

£40

Gipsy Hill, Greater London

28th Nov 2024

Remove 3 tonne bags of plant waste

General household waste removal

£25

Busk, Greater Manchester

26th Nov 2024

General household waste to be removed

Household waste removal

£80

Castleton, Greater Manchester

24th Nov 2024

Household waste in back yard to be removed

Need garden waste removed. Affordable prices please!

£250

Deptford, Greater London, SE8

24th Nov 2024

Need help clearing and disposing of garden and building waste. The waste includes piles of paving slabs, wooden planks, broken tiles and bags of rubble. All materials are organised in one area for easy collection, as shown in the photos. You will need a vehicle to transport the waste for proper disposal. Let me know if you’re available and provide an affordable quote. Thank you!

Rashid provided excellent customer service and was incredibly reliable. He completed the job perfectly and I would recommend his services any day!

Garden waste collection 2x 500L bags

£20

Hatton, Greater London

19th Nov 2024

Garden waste for collection x2 500L bags

Efficient. Excellent communication

I have a number of bags of soil and garden waste to take to the tip

£45

Cann Hall, Greater London, E11

27th Oct 2024

I have a number of half filled bags of soil and garden waste to take to the tip as soon as possible. They would fit in one car load if you have a big boot or back seat that goes down.

Fantastic, highly recommended

Garden waste removal

£75

Cricklewood, Greater London, NW2

15th Oct 2024

Removal of garden waste in nw2

Patrick was 5* I can't complain, in fact I can only highly praise because I needed someone, and Patrick was that top somebody.

Waste disposal

£220

Leytonstone, Greater London, E11

16th Sep 2024

Pick up and dispose of floorboards and carpet.

The job was done on time and as requested. Thank you

Remove garden waste

£5

Upper Belvedere, Greater London

12th Sep 2024

Need to remove the garden waste as soon as possible. (Tree branches- leaves- soil)

today Joshua came to help to remove my garden waste, and I couldn't be more impressed. he arrived on time, worked quickly, and removed everything efficiently. What stood out most was how clean they left the area afterward—it looked spotless. I highly recommend him. Excellent work .

Garden waste clerance

£250

Kennington, Greater London

27th Aug 2024

Big heap of garden waste needs bagging up and taking to dump. Two hands required plus vehicle to carry away

Joshua and his friend did the most amazing job clearing the pile in my garden. Communication was great, their manner and time keeping was also brilliant. It was not an easy task but they worked really hard. Thank you so much!

Remove garden waste and rubbish

£50

South Wimbledon, Greater London

25th Aug 2024

Remove some wicker fencing, garden waste, 2 black bin bags, 2 large drawers and 1 children's toy (see photos) + other items (paints, boxes etc). All rubbish items will be placed outside the front door, so they can be removed at your convenience. Task to be completed today (Sunday) or Monday 26th August. Final photo will be uploaded when items out at front of house.

Very helpful, great communication. Completed rubbish removal.

Waste disposal

£20

Streatham, Greater London, SW16

31st Jul 2024

Need few pieces of wood and small garden gate disposed. Its stacked in the front garden so you can come at any time. No need to give notice or exact time and day Although it would be nice to get it done today or tomorrow

Very good job. Thank you

Waste collection (white goods)

£100

Highgate, Greater London

23rd Jul 2024

I have a bunch of household waste that needs to be disposed of. Specifically, there is: - A toilet - A medium-sized radiator - A shower screen - Approximately 90L of carpet underlay (all bagged up and easy to carry) - A few cardboard boxes This job would require two people, mainly because the radiator is heavy to carry. There are also stairs involved. Can you help? Thanks!

Fantastic! Showed up early, great communication, super helpful and a lovely person. Simon will be the first person I message for any job like this in the future.

Green Waste Disposal

£40

Barnes, Greater London, SW13

22nd Jul 2024

Circa 40 bags of green waste + some branches / a small stump need to be taken away to the tip, after a garden clear out.

Fidelis completed the task as described. Thank you

Recycle the garden waste

£60

Bush Hill Park, Greater London

29th Jun 2024

There are 20 bags garden waste in my shed. Each bag weighs 40 kilos. These need to be dumped out - taken to recycling center.

Punctual, good communication and quick. Thanks a lot