Bulky waste collection


What we can (and can't) collect

We can collect and dispose of larger household items for you that won't fit in your bin.

Green tick - yes pleaseWe can collect

  • furniture: tables, chairs, old beds, mattresses, etc
  • furnishings: carpets, curtains, etc
  • white goods: cookers, fridges, freezers, etc
  • electrical items: televisions, irons, microwaves, etc
  • decorating items: empty paint tins, old tiles, wallpaper, etc

No sack must weigh more than 25kg (approximately 55lb).

Red cross - no thank youWe can't collect

For building rubble, loose chalk and soil, large branches and roots or unbagged garden waste or any other miscellaneous items please contact us for advice on disposal.

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How much it costs

The cost of this service depends on the items and how easy they are to access. For example, we will charge more to collect a three piece suite from a flat ten storeys up than from a bungalow.

When you contact us to enquire about a collection we will provide a quote, based on the following charge bands:

  • Category 1 - £49.50
    - the equivalent of up to 3 items of furniture or 9 sacks
  • Category 2 - £80.00
    - the equivalent of up to 6 items of furniture or 18 sacks
  • Category 3 - £128.00
    - the equivalent of up to 12 items of furniture or 36 sacks

Prices from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025. Prices are subject to an annual increase in April, prices correct as at 1st April 2024.

Note:

  • if your items or collection needs don't fall into any of the charge bands (above) we may need to arrange an assessment to help us provide a tailored quote
  • we may not be able to collect from some locations with restricted access
  • sometimes a risk assessment will need to be carried out before a collection is agreed

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Arrange a collection

When we make collections:

  • Adur: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
  • Worthing: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

We cannot arrange an immediate collection, but during the booking process we will offer you a choice of collection dates up to six weeks in advance. This is based on the maximum collections possible on each day.

The form below allows you to specify what you want collecting, and then gives a tailored price based on what you select:

Please note: this form is for residential properties only, not commercial premises. For collections from businesses please see our:

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Where to put your items on collection day

Items should be left outside your property on collection day.

They need to be easily accessible and clearly visible.

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Other ways to get rid of large items

Remember if your unwanted item is in good condition it could be donated to charity, or sold on a resale site such as eBay or Gumtree.

Items that cannot be donated can be disposed of for free at the tip, see:

If you have many items to dispose of it may be easier and more cost-effective to use a reputable skip hire company.

Please do not leave items out if you haven't arranged a collection. This is fly-tipping and is illegal, see:

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Need assistance with this service?
Get in touch:

Recycling, Refuse & Waste (including bin day queries)

Telephone01903 851729

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Page last updated: 16 December 2024

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