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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

What a legend! Turned up on time and did a great job.

Green waste disposal

$100

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

Thanks Geoff for taking my green waste away. It’s nice and clean.

Green waste removal

$60

Very professional and easy to deal with

Collect and dispose garden waste

$150

Very efficient and communication was great

Take my general rubbish bin out to the kerb for waste collection day

$45

Went above and beyond to help us get the job done ✅ thanks so much Alan

Rubbish run of green waste

$150

What's the average cost of a waste collector

$90 - $200

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$90

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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

Remove soil and pots / garden waste

$60

Varsity Lakes QLD, Australia

31st May 2026

Hi, we need some soil, pots and garden waste removed from the driveway of our house. Needs to be done before Wednesday.

2 x 1m3 bags to be disposed of. Household items and green waste

$100

Robina QLD 4226, Australia

31st May 2026

1 bag is heavy containing household goods, will need a second person to help lift and other bag is full of palms. Need gone today $100

Waste disposal removal

$100

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

30th May 2026

Need to remove and dispose of bags of rubbish and waste. A small broken coffee table and a wooden desk. Roughly a Ute full.

Dump run - treadmill and green waste

$100

Chelmer QLD, Australia

30th May 2026

Dump run - treadmill needs to be taken to dump - it needs to be moved from back of the house. Two person job as there are two single steps it needs to go up and down. - treadmill dimensions: Length 1880 Width 655 Height 1420 - green waste (clippings from hedge) need to be removed too. Important note: Indooroopilly bridge is closed this weekend.

Hard waste collection

$80

Prahran VIC, Australia

30th May 2026

We are looking for hard waste collection of the items below: - Clothes hanging rack - silver outdoor rack - rice cooker - vacuum cleaner - kitchen bin - washing machine - dryer - 2x 80cm rolling desk - 2x very small metal bins

Help removing building waste

$100

Mermaid Waters QLD 4218, Australia

30th May 2026

I need assistance moving building waste to the tip (apartment renovations). Includes rolled sections of carpet, old bedroom door, cabinet materials. Job suits someone with a trailer or ute.

Small load bulky household waste removal

$100

Palmerston ACT, Australia

30th May 2026

Hello, I’m moving house and would like a quote for a small load bulky waste removal. Household items include an outdoor storage trunk, electric gardening tools, 4 seater outdoor setting and general household bits and bobs. Ideally on Thursday 6 June. I’m located in Palmerston, ACT.

Green waste and compost bin removal - Bulli

$150

Bulli, New South Wales

30th May 2026

Two half full comost bins in back yard to be completely removed including contents and disposed of plus 5-6 bags of green waste (bagged up) and a couple of small branches - all could fit in tray of Ute - one load. Property has 30+ stairs up to house, asides from that - access is easy. Bins are behind pool area, green waste at top of stairs on level area will be ready to collect. There are also 4 X small bags of (I think) plaster or something to remove as per photo - next to compost bins. $150 plus tipping fee estimate

Remove and dispose garden waste and a broken wheelbarrow

$100

Brighton VIC, Australia

29th May 2026

Remove and dipose plant trimmings and a broken wheelbarrow

Good communication, reliable, polite, reasonably priced. I highly recommend and will use again.

Re cycle cardboard boxes Waste collection

$75

Wahroonga NSW 2076, Australia

28th May 2026

A few cardboard bed boxes

Pretty quick and efficient

Collect and dispose of 18 garden waste bags

$150

Leederville, Western Australia

27th May 2026

18 white bags of garden waste (turf and roots and weeds) all half filled, pretty heavy. Need them collected and disposed of.

Quick, easy and gave some helpful advice!

Remove garden waste only (approx. 1 m3)

$50

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

26th May 2026

Our bin is too small to remove this waste ourselves. Looking for someone to collect and dispose for us. Easy driveway access to the street and shouldn’t take more than 15mins to load. See photos of the aloe plant waste.

Thank you for the assistance. Really appreciate how quickly you both this done for us.

General and Green Waste Removal

$150

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

17th May 2026

I am needing some cardboard, general waste,green waste, and fake grass disposed of. I have everything pilled up, I just need someone to take and dispose of it.

Was quick and effective. Even with a miscommunication stituation was handeled quickly and professionally

General household and garden waste as I’m moving out of my place

$100

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

16th May 2026

Astro turf, wood and general garden and residential waste removal

Super quick, easy to work with

Remove big garbage bag of food waste

$50

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

16th May 2026

There’s a big bag of food waste out the front of my place. Get rid of it for me.

Quick and easy, no dramas

Waste disposal

$150

Fortitude Valley QLD, Australia

14th May 2026

Urgent waste disposal - pickup and dispose of 4 items

Great work! Thanks James!!

Hard rubbish and green waste

$80

Somerville VIC, Australia

12th May 2026

Remove rubbish and green waste. High quality Cyprus Pine included which can be resold.

Andrew did a very thorough job removing lots of hard rubbish and green waste for us. Highly recommend!

Waste disposal (6 bags, house waste)

$50

Blackburn South VIC, Australia

12th May 2026

Pickup and dispose of 6 small rubbish bags of household waste (pantry items, paper, rubbish)

Efficient, reliable and friendly. Would task again!

Hard Waste Collection

$150

Moonee Ponds VIC, Australia

11th May 2026

Hard waste collection of various residential items (see the photo attached)

Great work and very friendly.

Rubbish / Green Waste Removal

$200

Currumbin QLD, Australia

9th May 2026

Have just completed ripping up our deck and turf in our back yard and need someone to remove all the rubbish / waste Plus approx 5 rubble bags filled with dirt not pictured (about 30-40kgs each)

Got the job done thanks mate