Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• remove household rubbish and bulky items from property including furniture and appliances

• segregate recyclables and hazardous items for correct disposal or specialist treatment

• load and secure waste into a van or skip and transport to a licensed waste transfer station

• provide waste transfer notes and disposal receipts on request

• sweep and tidy the immediate work area and remove minor debris

• wear PPE and use containment for contaminated or damp items

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Small van loads or single bulky item collections typically take 30–90 minutes; room clearances and garden waste collections usually take 2–6 hours; whole-house clearances can take 1–2 days. factors that extend time include limited access, narrow stairways, on-site sorting, parking restrictions and identification of hazardous materials. operatives will use PPE when handling contaminated items and may need extra time for safe containment.

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you a licensed waste carrier and can you provide a waste transfer note?

• how will you dispose of hazardous or controlled items and is there an extra charge?

• do your quotes include labour, transport and tipping fees or are costs itemised?

• will you need parking permits or a skip licence and who arranges these?

• what insurance do you carry for property damage and public liability?

• can you give an estimated time on site and total cost range in writing?

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear a safe access route and point out tight staircases or narrow gates

• separate hazardous items and tell the crew before they arrive

• book parking or a loading bay permit close to the property in advance

• remove valuables and items you want to keep before the crew arrives

• advise of restrictions in flats or communal buildings, such as time windows or concierge rules

• confirm payment methods, cancellation policy and that you will receive disposal receipts