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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

Excellent communication, Graham arranged to get the job done ahead of schedule. A small job but I appreciated his efforts to leave the yard tidy after removing the garden trimmings.

Remove garden waste

$50

Very prompt and professional, highly recommended.

Green waste and hard rubbish removal

$70

Ian was punctual and did a great job removing some prickly garden waste. Would happily get Ian back again!

Remove garden waste

$80

Andrew was on time, worked really efficiently, and was very thoughtful. He even suggested bringing my garden bags back after dumping the rubbish. Really appreciated!

Green waste removal

$200

Very good and punctual.

Green waste removal

$130

Great to deal with. Would hire again.

Dump run for building waste

$120

What's the average cost of a waste collector

$95 - $200

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$95

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$130

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$200

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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

Green waste and Couch Removal

$100

Wilson WA 6107, Australia

4th Nov 2026

1 have 2 big bags of green waste and a couch that 3 has parts needing to go to the tip

Clear out a few things from garage and take to waste disposal

$300

Lane Cove North NSW 2066, Australia

4th Nov 2026

I have some cardboard recycling and general house waste like coffee table etc that need to go to a junk yard before end of lease tomorrow

Very timely and helpful!

Dispose of mixed garden waste

$150

Ruse NSW 2560, Australia

4th Nov 2026

I have reposted this task as I wasn’t clear with the type of rubbish I had and didn’t want to cause any confusion. I cleaned up my front and back lawn recently and I ended up with around 10 bags of waste. The waste includes leaves, pebbles, soil and general debris. I also need my green bin emptied as it’s full and it won’t be taken by the council.

Waste disposal

$300

Roseville NSW 2069, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

Removal of general waste contained in a wooden crate. Crate is 150cm long x 140cm wide and 90cm high. Contents are general waste including plastic sheets (corflute), broken pallets, broken hand tools and general warehouse waste. No asbestos, paint, chemicals, green waste, food or building materials. Total weight is around 130kg. Pickup is from commercial premises in Roseville and a forklift can load the crate onto your truck.

Great, highly recommend!

Rubbish Removal – Small Amount of Household and Building Waste

$180

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

I’m looking for someone to collect and dispose of a small amount of rubbish from my backyard. Please refer to the attached photos for details. Requirements: * Collect and remove all rubbish shown in the photos. * Provide your own vehicle or trailer. * All loading, transportation and disposal fees must be included in your quote. The rubbish is easily accessible from the backyard. Please provide your total fixed price, including all fees.

Really reliable and professional, highly recommended

Waste collection

$150

St Marys NSW 2760, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Bulky waste collection including Double bed frame, 2 dryers,wicker lounge, household junk in bags wooden chest

Remove couch to building waste area

$75

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

1st Nov 2026

Remove the couch to the building waste area. The apartment is currently being listed for rental, you'll have to sign up so that the agents can organise the couch removal on the day with you.

Waste collection

$50

Melbourne VIC 3015, Australia

31st Oct 2026

Hi I have few waste to collect and fews cupboards

Good experience nice work

Pick up garden waste (tip token provided)

$50

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

30th Oct 2026

Pick up all white bags and dispose. I have a Wyndham tip token if you need to use it, I will give you the QR code after the items are taken/picked up. You can send me photo and I will immediately give you the QR code. All bags will be on the council lawn strip so you can take it anytime. Each bag has garden waste only, that is soil, mud, clay dugged from the backyard to make way for new plants. Some bags only have cut lawn. I have used multiple bags to distribute the weight so an adult can carry a bag. Most of them are only 30% full due to this. You can throw the bag away. Weight - an adult can carry 1 bag at a time.

Excellent service. Straight to the job. Fast. I’ve seen some airtasker that will just talk 1000 words, but delay and drag. This dude is straight up, will surely come back. Thanks mate. Good day.

Bagged garden waste to be removed

$150

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

29th Oct 2026

Garden waste to be removed from my courtyard as the building does not have a green waste bin. All garden waste has been pre bagged in heavy duty bags but will need to be carried down a set of stairs to your Ute/trailer approx 8 large/ heavy bags to be moved. Parking is available at the front of my building including a loading zone for cars with trailers as I am on the quiet ended of Southbank.

Top guy, communication was flawless and was able to complete the task in record time!

Waste disposal - old bbq and gas bottle

$80

Erskineville NSW 2043, Australia

28th Oct 2026

Need to safely dispose of an old bbq and gas bottle.

Tim was great! Responsive, on time, and tidied up afterwards. Thank you!

Hazardous Waste Disposal

$100

Paddington NSW 2021, Australia

28th Oct 2026

Hello! We need hazardous waste, paints and liquids to be removed asap as we are clearing out our office space. Thank you!

Great communication!

Help take green waste to the tip

$40

North Ryde NSW 2113, Australia

27th Oct 2026

I have some green waste to take to the tip, hoping can hire someone with a trailer or ute. Tip is at the bottom of my road, 2km away. Not quite a trailer load ( at the moment). I am happy to load and unload and am happy to come to tip and pay costs.

Great communication and very obliging. Highly recommend

Rubish removal- green waste (dead leaves)

$100

West Pennant Hills NSW 2125, Australia

23rd Oct 2026

Rubbish removal- dead leave and the like- see the photos. The stockpile has been located about 10 m away from loading point, and access is through a side walkway between the fence and house wall. Note- all photos show only one dump, but in different direction, including the rubbish black bags

Harry is a 18yo and has displayed a great attitude showing commitment to work and keeping customer satisfied. Wish him well.

Take garden waste and boxes to tip

$80

Darwin NT 0820, Australia

21st Oct 2026

Hello Need a bunch of garden waste (palm fronds mainly) and a few big cardboard boxes taken to the tip. Also 2 garden pots need to go. The garden pots are quite heavy.

Easy to work with and did a fantastic job. Highly recommend.

Waste disposal

$75

Kangaroo Flat VIC 3555, Australia

19th Oct 2026

Take the Rubbish and Dispose

Vey helpful, highly recommend.

Remove garden waste

$100

Peakhurst NSW 2210, Australia

18th Oct 2026

Need someone to remove three half full but heavy bags filled with garden rocks and soil

Did the job well! Thank you so much

Waste collection (some pieces of old wood)

$50

Marayong NSW 2148, Australia

17th Oct 2026

I just have some pieces of wood (4-5) not very large and 1 small box of old paint I want to dump. I dont have a ute otherwise would do it myself. 5-10 minute job. If you can collect it and dump in nearest waste service of council.

Great price, quick service, easily came and did it.

Collect & remove pre-raked garden waste – approx. 2 hours

$100

Kingston VIC 3364, Australia

15th Oct 2026

Easy garden clean-up and removal – all the raking is already done! Looking for someone to collect and remove approximately 10–15 small, pre-raked piles of leaves, garden cuttings and some dirt. Simply pick up or shovel the piles into your trailer, tidy up any loose material around each pile, and take the load away. The total amount should easily fit in a standard trailer—no more than one trailer load. I estimate around two hours of work for one person. No mowing, pruning, digging or specialist gardening skills required. A straightforward job for a gardener, handyman or anyone happy to do some basic outdoor work. Please bring: • Your own vehicle and trailer. • A shovel, rake and any other tools you need. • Gloves and suitable footwear. Please include collection, removal and any disposal fees in your offer. The load includes some soil/dirt as well as green waste, so please allow for suitable disposal. Everything is already gathered into piles and ready to load—a simple pick-up-and-go job!

Legend, you’ll be privileged to have Michael come to a job for you. He is excellent!