How do I get rid of large household items?

How do I get rid of large household items?

Overview – what are the main disposal options for household bulky waste?

1. Retailer take-back – removal of your old appliance, furniture or kitchen.
2. House clearance – use a house clearance company.
3. Council dump – drive it to your civic amenity site, tip or Household Waste & Recycling Centre.

What is classed as household rubbish?

Household waste is defined as “Solid waste comprising of rubbish (such as bottles, cans, clothing, compost, disposables, food packaging, food scraps, newspapers and magazines, and garden trimmings) that originates from private homes, and is also referred to as domestic or residential waste.

Do you have to book to go to Whetstone tip?

No. Bookings were only required up to and including Sunday 18 July 2021.

Do you still have to book at Lount tip?

Bookings are no longer required at these sites. Find out what you can recycle at Coalville and Lount. Permits are required for vans and trailers, and for certain types of waste. Check if you need a permit.

What is domestic refuse?

Domestic waste is any waste that is produced in the home environment. Local authorities’ waste teams regularly collect the bulk of this, and additional household waste can be collected via one-off waste collections or skip hire. Larger or extra domestic waste can also be taken to a local recycling centre for disposal.

What is offensive waste?

‘Offensive waste’ is non-clinical waste that’s non-infectious and does not contain pharmaceutical or chemical substances, but may be unpleasant to anyone who comes into contact with it.

Can you take a TV to a tip?

Disposal of TV’s and monitors amongst general waste is illegal as more often than not, they contain hazardous materials that cannot be disposed of in landfill. Legislation dictates that tv’s and monitors must be separated and disposed of in a compliant manner.

Do I need to book a slot for the tip Leicester?

Anyone who does need to make an essential trip to a county tip has to book a slot first using the Leicestershire County Council website. People visiting the two tips in Leicester do NOT need to book in advance, but both sites in the city are currently running on a ‘one-in-one-out’ system so delays are expected.

Does Whetstone tip take mattresses?

This site accepts: (black bags, carpet, mattresses etc.)

Is the Coalville tip open?

Recycling and household waste sites are open from 9am – 6pm at Coalville – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday. Vans, pick-ups and cars with trailers must have a waste permit to visit a site. Permits are also required for any vehicle bringing in asbestos, chemicals or liquid paint.

How do I get a household waste permit in Leicestershire?

Apply for a household waste permit online Permits are available to Leicestershire county residents only. The online application will not proceed if you live in the city or neighbouring counties. There is one online application process, just select the type of permit you need.

Where is the recycling centre in Leicester?

Freemen’s Common Recycling Centre Location: Islington Street, Freemen’s Common, Leicester, LE2 7SQ.

How much does it cost to clear rubbish in Leicestershire?

We clear single items from any home or business property in the Leicestershire area. Our single junk item or rubbish removal starts from as little as £30 and we don’t charge VAT. We also clear any number of items and can do multiple van loads if needed.

Where can I dispose of household waste in Mountsorrel and Kibworth?

Address:Mountsorrel Household Waste And Recycling, LE12 7TZ Whetstone Recycling and Household Waste Site Address:Whetstone Waste Site, LE8 6JL Kibworth Recycling and Household Waste Site Address:Kibworth Recycling and Household Waste Site, LE8 0EX