Household Waste Removal Guide

Scope of Works

• Pre‑visit survey & volume check – estimate cubic yards, note hazardous items.

• Segregate, load & transport household waste to licensed facility.

• Item‑specific uplifts (mattresses, fridges, sofas) with safe handling.

• Sweeping/vacuum of cleared areas and light disinfect where required.

• Weighbridge or volume ticket issued plus waste‑transfer note for compliance.

• Optional add‑ons – loft/garage clear‑out, garden debris, skip provision.

  
  

Typical Cost (inc. VAT)

Time on Site

• Typical: 1 – 3 hours for up to ½‑van load in a clear, ground‑floor property.

• Half‑day+: stairs, long carry to kerb, dismantling furniture, or multiple waste streams.

• Full day: whole‑house clearances, loft/garage contents, or permit waits for skips.

  
  

Questions to Ask Your Trade

1. Are you a licensed waste carrier, and will I receive a waste‑transfer note?

2. Is the quote volume‑based or fixed, and how do you define a “load”?

3. What surcharges apply for fridges, paint, tyres or rubble?

4. Do you offset resale or charity‑donation items against the cost?

5. How will you protect walls, lifts or communal areas while moving bulky items?

6. What happens if access or parking is unavailable on the day?

7. Can you provide evidence of where the waste is recycled or processed?

   
   

How to Avoid Surprises

• Access & parking: reserve a bay close to the door; obtain visitor permits.

• Item triage: separate keep/sell/donate piles before the crew arrives.

• Stair & lift constraints: flag top‑floor flats or narrow hallways early.

• Skip/permit lead times: arrange road‑permit skips at least 3 days ahead.

• Paperwork: insist on a transfer note and photos of cleared rooms.

• Neighbour notice: warn of short‑term noise or blocked access during loading.

  
  

All price ranges are rounded 2025 GBP figures and include 20 % VAT.