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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

Peter did an amazing job, had great comms throughout and went the extra mile. I’ll be working with Peter again

Remove garden waste and cardboard

$200

Efficient and punctual

Green waste & small amount of rubble removal – Taylors Lakes

$110

Luke was absolutely fantastic - great communication and completed our job to the highest quality. Really appreciate it and will definitely be reaching out for future work.

Remove green waste (chopped tree)

$100

Reliable, efficient, easy to work with.

Green waste removal (waste vouchers included)

$125

James was awesome - very quick and saved us so much hassle! Thank you James

Green Waste Disposal

$100

Thank you so much Ross. Highly recommend Ross for his work! He did an amazing job.

Cut down 2 trees and get rid of garden waste

$200

What's the average cost of a waste collector

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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 garden waste liquid

$300

Clayton VIC 3168, Australia

17th Oct 2026

URGENT: need to remove one 25 L plastic tub of wet garden compost with rainwater. Non-hazardous, no chemicals. The plastic tub is cracked from UV, so it's very fragile to move and cannot be lifted. Perhaps bring a bucket or bin linerNeed to get it done on Sunday urgently.

Waste disposal

$50

Ellenbrook WA, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Pick up 1 trailer load of rubbish and take it to the tip. Can help load it if needed.

Help me to collect Household Waste

$40

Carnegie VIC 3163, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Hi, I’m moving out and need help collecting and disposing of a few bags of unwanted clothes, bedding and some cardboard boxes from my house in Carnegie, Glen Eira. The items are already packed and ready for collection. You will need to bring your own vehicle and take everything away for proper disposal or recycling. I need to do that asap today. Thank you!

Waste disposal

$120

Brisbane QLD 4032, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Waste disposal Needs to be gone. Waste vouchers available

Garden Waster Removal & Tip Run Palm Beach

$150

Palm Beach QLD 4221, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Garden Waste Removal & Tip Run – Palm Beach Hi! Looking for someone to collect and dispose of a pile of unwanted plants, greenery and roots from our frontyard. Everything has already been pulled out and is sitting on the grass ready for collection (photos attached). There are some quite large plants with bulky root systems. What’s to be removed: * All unwanted plants, roots and greenery pictured on the grass * 2 terracotta pots * Any loose garden debris left behind *some bricks from garden bed All other pots are to stay! You’ll need a ute, trailer or truck suitable for the job. Please include tip fees in your quote and leave the area tidy afterwards. Located in Palm Beach, Gold Coast. Would love this done ASAP! 😊

Remove couch, garden waste and rubbish

$280

Jerrabomberra NSW 2619, Australia

17th Oct 2026

I need these items taken away, they are ready to go in the carport. Couch is in two parts already.

Reload skip household and garden waste

$200

Varsity Lakes QLD 4227, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Parked skip in wrong place so it needs to be emptied and moved down the driveway and reloaded. There is household and garden waste

Dump run - green waste and general rubbish

$150

Ormeau QLD 4208, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Pile of green waste and some general rubbish. Pile is close to the side access near the driveway. Hopefully one box trailer load

Excellent job by Paul. Quick and efficient, will use again

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!

Need Removalist and waste collection. 3rd floor unit with no lift

$250

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

14th Oct 2026

Need to move around the following : 10 boxes 3 bedside tables 2 standing lamps 1x office chair 1x small treadmill 1x coffee table frame A few bags of miscellaneous items 2 monitors 2x pot plants 1x mini shelving 1x disassembled rack I also need the following items removed from the premises: - an old wardrobe (already disassembled) - cat carrier Pickup location: Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia Drop-off location: Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: At both places

Attal and John were great and very efficient with moving all the furniture

Removal of 2, 730 L (90×90×90cm) FULL garden waste bags.

$50

Sunnybank Hills QLD, Australia

13th Oct 2026

Full garden waste bags to be removed. I don't necessarily need the bags back, but if possible, great.

Josh was great. On time & done a great job.

Furniture removal and waste disposal

$150

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

11th Oct 2026

1 x 3-seater couch 1 x 2-seater couch 1 x Fridge 1 x Washing machine 1 x TV 1 x TV unit Also need help moving items to Nature Strip for hard rubbish removal Remove and dispose of 1 x desk and 1 x old washing machine currently in unit and put on the nature strip. Preferred Schedule: Monday or Tuesday during the day. Requirements: Vehicle large enough to safely transport all items in one trip (or specify if multiple trips needed). Experienced, reliable tasker with strong reviews. Please specify in your offer if you are working solo or as a 2-person team, and if any assistance is needed with heavy lifting. Pickup location: Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia Drop-off location: Caulfield South VIC 3162, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Great team, very efficient and good at what they do.

Remove 13 bags of garden waste and household rubbish

$200

Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

9th Oct 2026

I need garden waste and household rubbish collected and disposed of from my property in Doncaster East. Both types of waste are clearly separated in different spots within the carport. You can reverse your van or trailer into the carport for loading. Both are included in this job. Garden waste: • 13 large bags of leaves, weeds and garden trimmings. • You can take the bags with the waste or empty them and leave the bags behind. Either is fine. Household rubbish: • 1 kids’ mat and 2 door mats • 1 can • 1 large sack of dry kitchen waste, including bottles from spring cleaning • 1 large sack of cardboard boxes and household rubbish • 5 small plastic bags of household waste, including toys and clothes • 1 old small monitor • 2 additional bags of cardboard and household rubbish • Bags of old clothes bundled inside one large, tied bed cover • 1 old broken lawn mower • 1 medium-sized plastic box containing household rubbish • 1 plastic bag of old shoes Please refer to the attached photos for the size and amount of rubbish. I want it preferably done today. I am available today till 2:15 PM and then from 5:30 PM onwards. Not available from 2:15 to 5:30 PM

Efficient and timely service! Clear communication throughout! Will hire again! Highly recommended!

Rubbish removal including food waste 2bins only

$150

North Manly NSW 2100, Australia

8th Oct 2026

My yellow and blue bins were accidentally filled with general waste aswell as cardboard etc so the rubbish people won’t take them so I need them emptied and disposed of. I need you to bring own bags and be done by tomorrow

Job completed as required thank you

Tip run - garden waste

$50

Miandetta TAS 7310, Australia

6th Oct 2026

Green waste tip run! In desperate need! - someone eles was suppose to finish the job and didn’t. Please help

Very organised, and got the job done

Remove cardboard boxes, garden waste and some soil

$150

Strathnairn ACT 2615, Australia

4th Oct 2026

Require removal of mostly cardboard boxes and some soil we replaced as we did some gardening.

Very understanding and helpful

Rubbish removal. Mostly boxes and some green waste

$200

Augustine Heights QLD, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Just need rubbish removed.

Timely completion of job. And done quickly which was great

Hard waste collection

$50

Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Pick up a coffee table and washing machine and dispose of it.

Easy to work with, on time and job done well! Recommend.

Rubbish Removal Needed – Boxes & General Household Waste

$100

Beveridge VIC 3753, Australia

2nd Oct 2026

I’m looking for someone to remove a pile of household rubbish from my home. The load mainly consists of: * Cardboard boxes * Packaging materials * General household rubbish Everything will be ready to collect. Please bring a suitable vehicle or trailer and dispose of the rubbish legally. Please include your availability and your quote in your offer. Thanks!

Very good communication, highly recommend.