How much does rubbish removal cost in the UK?
Most rubbish removal jobs in the UK cost between $60 and $300. The median is $180.
We do not yet have enough completed rubbish removal tasks in the UK to publish real price data, so the figures below are our editorial estimate from market rates. They will be replaced with platform data as soon as we have enough jobs.
What you get for that
Junk, old furniture and waste — licensed carriers only.
Typical jobs and what they go for
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| A few bulky items, quarter van load | £80 to £140 |
| Half van load, house clearance of one room | £150 to £250 |
| Full van load including a mattress and appliances | £280 to £450 |
What changes the price for rubbish removal
- Volume, priced by van load. Quotes are per cubic yard or per fraction of a van, not per item.
- Weight. Soil, rubble and tiles are charged differently from bulky but light items, because tip fees are by weight.
- What is in it. Mattresses, fridges, tyres and paint carry extra disposal charges set by the tip, not by the tasker.
- Carrying distance. Loading from a garden or a flat costs more than a driveway pile.
What is usually included
- Loading, transport and disposal fees
- A waste transfer receipt
- Sweeping up after
And what is usually not
- Hazardous waste, asbestos, chemicals or clinical waste
- Dismantling built-in units
- Anything the tip will not take
The one thing that saves the most money
Check the waste carrier number on the Environment Agency public register before they load anything, and keep the receipt. The householder duty of care means a fly-tipped load can come back to you.
Get real prices for your job
Post it free and get fixed-price offers from verified rubbish removal taskers in the UK. You only pay when the work is done.
Post a rubbish removal taskBrowse rubbish removal taskers in the UKWhat this costs on Taskerama
| On a $180 task | Through the marketplace | Your own client |
|---|---|---|
| Poster pays | $219.95 | $180 |
| Tasker receives | $136.80 | $174.58 |
| Platform fees | $83.15 | $5.42 |
Every fee is shown on the offer before you accept it, so the total above is the total you pay. All fees.
Common questions
How much does rubbish removal cost in the UK?
$60 to $300 for most jobs, with a median of $180. We do not yet have enough completed rubbish removal tasks in the UK to publish real price data, so the figures below are our editorial estimate from market rates. They will be replaced with platform data as soon as we have enough jobs.
What makes rubbish removal more expensive?
Size and access are the two biggest factors, followed by urgency. Same-day and weekend work carries a premium, and anything above ground-floor level or requiring specialist equipment costs more. Materials, waste disposal and parking are often quoted separately, so check what is included.
How do I get an accurate price?
Post the job with photos, measurements and access details, and you will get fixed-price offers rather than estimates. Posting is free and there is no booking fee, so comparing three or four offers costs you nothing.
Should I pay per hour or a fixed price?
A fixed price for the whole job puts the risk of it overrunning on the tasker rather than on you. That is why every offer on Taskerama is a fixed total.