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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

Very professional and easy to deal with

Collect and dispose garden waste

$150

Assad and Mo did a great job! They came straight away and did a great job. They left everything clean and tidy.

Get rid of green waste

$100

Quick and fast and did a great job as always

Take rubbish to tip (inc food waste)

$150

Caleb done a good job!!

Waste disposal

$80

Great job, thank you!

Ikea wardrobe, small bookshelf, cardboard, toys, green waste to tip

$110

Great to deal with. Would hire again.

Dump run for building waste

$120

What's the average cost of a waste collector

$93 - $200

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$93

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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

Household rubbish removal/ food waste

$200

Melbourne VIC 3160, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Mixed recycling, food waste , rubbish

Tile off cuts, bath and some small other building waste

$150

Varsity Lakes QLD 4227, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Will need someone to pick up and remove tile off cuts, a bath and maybe some other small building materials

Mixed waste collection and disposal

$200

Kallaroo WA 6025, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Collect mixed waste and dispose. Includes greens waste, bricks, irrigation pipes and wood/lattice.

Waste bag collection

$60

Elizabeth North SA 5113, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Need a bale bag full of rubbish removed and replaced and a continual service

Waste disposal

$50

Alderley QLD 4051, Australia

24th Jun 2026

Take vanity and old carpets to the dump

Remove heavy building waste and move two vanities upstairs

$300

Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

24th Jun 2026

The driveway is very steep. However there are stairs to the house. Task 1. There are some heavy demolished building materials incl tiled walls, mirrors and small cabinet to be removed from the property as shown in the picture Note the tiles are pretty heavy (estimating 50-80kg)and is in UPSTAIRS bathroom. Rest of the rubbish is located downstairs. The price should include all removal of the rubbish (incl tip fee) Task 2. There are 2 bathroom vanities in the garage that needs to be taken upstairs. Each vanity weighs 64kg + stone top 20kg

Mario and his team were amazing! They came on time and did the job to a high standard. We would highly recommend them to anyone.

Remove/get rid of household waste

$350

Bondi NSW 2026, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Looking for someone to pick up old furniture, appliances, and rubbish from our house. List: Pile on nature strip (approx 2-2.5 cubic metres) A mini fridge and a dryer Three couches A queen bed (mattress and frame) Approx ten household rubbish bags. Everything is easily accessible, most at front of house, except for a couch and a bed inside and two couches and mini fridge and dryer in backyard. House is completely empty otherwise and is single level, so removal should be easy. Some working appliances and some landscaping/gardening tools Hope you are all having a good day!

Bloody excellent! Got the job done quickly and to a high standard

Building waste removal

$700

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Rooftop deck is being demolished. We require someone with a truck to simply park in loading bay and then take 2 loads of decking boards to the tip. Approx 150m2 of decking to be removed. Must be all taken Saturday, leftovers can be taken Sunday.

Cardboard boxes& wrapping waste disposal

$60

Taringa QLD 4068, Australia

22nd Jun 2026

Collection of furniture waste boxes from my apartment to the dump site. We will also provide support.

Happy with the service! Punctual, efficient and very helpful! I would hire him again.

Dispose of Garden waste and old sofa

$100

Burleigh Waters QLD, Australia

17th Jun 2026

Dispose to local tip & recycling Modular sofa 4 piece & 1 ottoman Garden waste - palm fronds ready to go in bag. Airfryer appliance which no longer works Needs to be done latest by Friday evening 6pm. Thank you

Awesome job - thank you!

Rubbish removal - Garden waste (old hedge)

$100

Varsity Lakes QLD, Australia

14th Jun 2026

Remove garden waste, 2 large piles of an old hedge that i have cut down.

Amazing job, on time, quick & efficient-a job well done.

Household waste

$50

Tarragindi QLD, Australia

14th Jun 2026

Removal of general household waste such as cardboard, old household items. Nothing heavy. Includes 1 general waste dump voucher

Amazing work really helpful

Get rid of bags of kitchen waste - 7 bags food some containers etc.

$200

Kirribilli NSW, Australia

13th Jun 2026

Have 7 garbage bags w kitchen stuff. Food, glass etc.

Prompt and punctual!

Clear out old building waste and excess soil from under house

$300

Adamstown NSW, Australia

11th Jun 2026

Remove old building waste and rubbish from underneath house and level soil. Currently having drainage issues and looking to have this done to help with water pooling under the house. Skip bin will be on site.

Did a great job, was efficient and easy to communicate with. Would recommend!

Hard rubbish/ green waste pick up and dump.

$400

Harrisdale WA, Australia

8th Jun 2026

Hard rubbish pick up, old fridge, washing machine, bed frames, green waste and rubbish/cardboards

Done a great job for hard rubbish pick up! 100% recommend.

Construction waste disposal

$650

Bentley WA, Australia

8th Jun 2026

Construction waste disposal We don’t have skip bin

They were an amazing and professional team. They arrived promptly and did an excellent job. Highly recommended!

Waste collection

$80

Golden Grove SA, Australia

8th Jun 2026

I have heaps of cardboard boxes which are big, ( eg.bed frame box, and matteess box), pieces of wood, empty plastic boxes and other waste items to be disposed Preferably,I need someone who has a van.

Daniel was great to work with! Would recommend him to anyone! Thank you for helping us

Waste disposal

$200

Toowong QLD, Australia

7th Jun 2026

Rubbish disposal of general building materials from bathroom demo. Approx 5-6 cubic meteres of waste, some tip vouchers can be provided. ~3 cubic metres is in a building waste bag (woven poly bag) ~1 cubic metre is in a bathtub ~1-2 are in small building waste bags

Mick and his mate were quick, efficient and friendly. 5 stars would recommend

Waste Disposal

$400

Albion Park NSW 2527, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Looking to get some waste removed and disposed. Includes items such as: - Mirrors - Carpet - Chair - Broken Solar Panel - Tile off cuts - Plywood - Gyprock - Doors - Draws - TV Antenna Stand Etc Please quote for removal and disposal costs in total.

Always a pleasure working with Sol! Will get him back again when we need some more help Thanks mate

Waste Disposal

$75

Oakleigh VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2026

I have packing boxes, paper and some other items that need to be collected and taken away.

Sam was a great help - highly recommend