Bulky Waste and Fridge Freezer Collections
Contact
Tel: General Enquiries including Bulky Household Waste Collections & Sharps and Needle Collection enquiries: 01509 634563
Email: cleaner.greener@charnwood.gov.uk
Related Documents
Bulky Waste Collection Form (PDF Document 64.31 Kb.)
For any items that cannot be removed with your household collection, you can either take these to one of the Household Waste Disposal Sites (tips) or we can arrange for a special collection to be made. Alternatively, you could register with freecycle.org.uk and advertise your unwanted item(s) for free to other Freecycle members.
Please ensure that you read all the guidelines and cost provided below before proceeding.
How do I arrange a collection?
If you wish to book a collection, use one of the following methods:
| 1. | Request a collection on-line using our Bulky Waste Collections On-line Form. PLEASE NOTE: Collection will take place within 7 working days of a request and receipt of payment. Items need to be left outside as soon as an order is made. Please ensure access is available. |
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Telephone 01509 634563 with all of the details requested on the bulky waste collection form and make any necessary payment over the phone using a credit or debit card. (See below for details about charges). |
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Print out and complete the bulky waste collection form, then:
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What will we collect?
Freestanding furniture, domestic appliances and household items in sacks and boxes where appropriate. Note that each man lift counts as one item: e.g., 3 piece suite, tables, chairs, TV’s, sit on toys, toys, dismantled swing, etc, beds, mattresses, head boards, fridges, cookers, freezers, curtains, carpets, underlay, clothes airier, bookcase, bikes, stools, wardrobes (freestanding not fitted), chest of drawers, dressing tables, tumble dryers, cupboards (freestanding, not fitted), ottoman, sideboards, suitcases, wine rack, fireguard, washing machines, coffee tables, vacuum cleaners, pushchairs, prams, microwave, ironing boards, toasters, kettles, fat fryer (without oil), rotary line, video, stereo, speakers, dishwasher, washing machine, child's car seat, lawn mower (not sit on type), strimmer, garden tools (spades, rakes, forks, etc) spin dryer, bedside cabinets, iron, sunlounger, non-recyclable packaging, lamps, small ladders, polystyrene, computer, printer, keyboard, desk, wall unit, empty paint tins (no paint tins if paint still inside), deck chairs, electric portable heaters, household bric a brac.
What won't we collect?
Garden waste, no structural fitments, e.g., doors, window, bathroom suites, fitted kitchens, fitted wardrobes, skirting boards, tiles, radiators, boilers, gas fires, showers, guttering, floor boards, laminate flooring, sheds, fencing, gates, fence posts, no trade items, no motorised vehicles (or parts) including wheelchairs.
How much will it cost?
Households are now entitled to 3 free collections each year and we will collect up to 3 items per collection. The following table lists some options for use of the free collection service:
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ITEMS FOR COLLECTION |
COST TO YOU |
NUMBER OF FREE COLLECTIONS REMAINING |
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EXAMPLE A |
You have 3 items which need to be collected. |
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Free |
2 |
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EXAMPLE B |
You have between 4 & 6 items which need to be collected so you can choose to do one of the following: |
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a) Pay for the additional item(s) (thus keeping your further free collections for later in the year) or |
£15 |
2 |
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b) Have up to 6 items collected using 2 of your 3 free collections) |
Free |
1 |
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EXAMPLE C |
You have between 6 & 9 items which need to be collected so you can choose to do one of the following: |
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a) Pay for the additional item(s) (thus keeping your further free collections for later in the year) or |
£30 |
2 |
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b) Have 6 of the items collected using 2 of your 3 free collections & pay for the remaining 3 items) |
£15 |
1 |
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c) Have all 9 items collected using all of your 3 free collections) |
Free |
0 |
Cost if you need to pay for items
£15 for up to three items. This means that:
For 1-3 items you will be charged £15
For 4-6 items you will be charged £30
For 7-9 items you will be charged £45
and so on in multiples of 3.
Please note a 3 piece suite will count as 3 items and a bed, headboard and mattress will also count as 3 items.
When will the collection be made?
The collection will take place within 7 working days of a request and receipt of payment. Items need to be left outside as soon as an order is made. Please ensure access is available. (Please note: Fridges, freezers and other white goods are collected separately to other items).