Rubbish Removal Costs
Junk removal cost per cubic metre
If you’re researching the rubbish removal cost, here’s a clear Surrey-based price breakdown covering all load sizes, bulky items and surcharges. We also include junk removal cost information for comparison, since both terms are commonly used for the same service.
- Same-day or next-day collection
- In-door pick-ups
- Cheaper than skip-hire
- Certified waste removal
- More cost-effective than council collection
Rubbish removal prices
MAN AND VAN RUBBISH CLEARANCE PRICES
The average rubbish removal cost in the UK ranges from £40 to £400, depending on volume, weight, access, labour and special items like fridges or mattresses. The typical junk removal cost follows the same structure, with most households paying £70–£210 for standard clearances.
Our certified and professional removal team can remove your rubbish, with or without you there. Our end-to-end service always accurately prices the job before we arrive, so you can expect no surprises when it comes to payment. By taking photos of your rubbish beforehand, we can assess the size of the van needed and the number of men. Payment is taken upon completion, with no need for a deposit. We take credit cards.
WHAT WE DO
- Refuse sacks/bin collection
- House clearance
- Office clearance
- Furniture disposal
- Garden and shed waste
- Bulky appliances and electronics
- White goods and mattresses
Rubbish removal costs (Surrey): Pricing is by cubic yard with clear load tiers — £40 min (≈1 yd³ / ~10 bin bags), £70 small (2 yd³), £130 ¼-load (4 yd³) … up to £400 full truck (16 yd³); time and crew included, VAT extra. Expect same-/next-day man-and-van, indoor pick-ups, and cheaper-than-skip convenience. Item surcharges apply where required (e.g., fridge/freezer £40, mattress £20, TV/computer £20, tyre £15, gas bottle £20). You can text/upload photos for an accurate quote; pay on completion by card. 1 yd³ is about two washing machines back-to-back.
Price Breakdown for general waste - our load sizes
We charge by the cubic yard. We understand that can be confusing. 1 cubic yard is the same as two washing machines back to back. All prices are a guide only and will be subject to visual and physical inspection. Below prices are not inclusive of VAT.
Minimum Load
£40.00
- Cubic yards: 1
- Cubic metres: 0.5
- Equivalent to: 10 bin bags
- 5 minutes - 1 man
Small Load
£70.00
- Cubic yards: 2
- Cubic metres: 1.5
- Equivalent to: 20 bin bags
- Up to 10 minutes - 1 man
1/4 Load
£130.00
- Cubic yards: 4
- Cubic metres: 3
- Equivalent to: 35 bin bags
- Up to 15 minutes - 1 man
1/3 Load
£160.00
- Cubic yards: 5
- Cubic metres: 4
- Equivalent to: 40 bin bags
- Up to 20 minutes - 1-2 men
1/2 Load
£210.00
- Cubic yards: 8
- Cubic metres: 6
- Equivalent to: 40-70 bin bags
- Up to 25 minutes - 2 men
3/4 Load
£320.00
- Cubic yards: 12
- Cubic metres: 9
- Equivalent to: 70-90 bin bags
- Up to 40 minutes - 2 men
Full Truck
£400.00
- Cubic yards: 16
- Cubic metres: 12
- Equivalent to: 100-140 bin bags
- Up to 50 minutes - 2/3 men
Additional Charges
- Fridge/Freezers: £40.00 + VAT
- Tyres: £15.00 + VAT
- Mattresses: £20.00 + VAT
- TVs / Computers: £20.00 + VAT
- Gas Bottles/Fire Extinguishers: £20.00 + VAT
Rubbish clearance prices Per Item
Sometimes, you might require our services to pick up one bulky appliance or two. Here are the charges for each:
Fridge
£40-£70
Heater/Radiator
£40-£75
Tumble Dryer
£30-£40
Washing Machine
£30-£40
TV/Computer
From £20
Vacuum Cleaner
From £15
Sofa
From £30
Furniture
From £20
Carpets
From £25
Kitchen appliances
£10-£25
Fans
£10-£20
Bookshelf
From £40
Beds & Mattresses
From £30
Chairs
£10-£20
Cushions/Bedding
£2 per cushion
Desks
From £30
Mirrors
From £10
Wardrobe
From £40
Bikes
From £30
BBQs
From £10
Fencing
From £40
Get a free quote
Whether you’re clearing household waste, appliances, furniture or garden rubbish, our rubbish removal cost structure starts from just £40 and scales based on load size. For accuracy, just text us your photos — we’ll confirm the price quickly with no obligation. (And if you’re comparing UK junk removal cost ranges, the pricing is identical across the industry.)
Whether you need junk removal, sofa collection, carpet removal, or want to discover our garden rubbish clearance prices, don’t hesitate to call us on 0800 138 9100 or fill out the form below. We will respond to your query on the same day.
Rubbish Removal Cost FAQs
- Volume of waste (measured in cubic yards)
- Weight (soil, rubble and tiles cost more to dispose of)
- Access (stairs, distance to van, obstructions)
- Labour time
- Special items (fridges, TVs, mattresses require recycling fees)
- Location (urban vs rural travel time)
- Whether we remove waste from inside or outside
These are also the main factors influencing junk removal cost, since both services follow the same man-and-van pricing structure.
- 2 cubic yards (roughly the space 2 washing machines would take up) £80.00 plus VAT
- Minimum attendance charge £40.00 / 5-10 minutes loading time allowed.
- 4 cubic yards (1/2 a standard builders skip or ½ a short wheelbase Transit equivalent) £130.00 plus VAT / 15 minutes loading time allowed.
Due to government regulations we are forced to pay extra to dispose fridges, freezers, television and computer monitors. Unfortunately we must pass these charges on.
This assumes the waste items or waste is on the ground floor with reasonable access for the attending crew and their vehicle.
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Choosing private rubbish removal companies means you will be charged on the amount of waste, the type of waste and the weight of the waste (the amount of space it takes up in the van). Prices start from £39 and go up to £400, depending on the company you choose and the type of clearance service you need.
“Junk removal” prices mirror rubbish removal costs: £40 for small loads, £70–£210 for most households, and £400 for a full truck.
When using the local council for waste disposal, you have to choose certain days and there’s a base payment then an additional payment for each item. On top of that, there’s lots of rules you have to follow. This kind of service used to be more affordable a couple of years ago, but can be quite pricey if you have a lot of bins or items to remove, so you might be surprised to find out a rubbish removal company is cheaper.
Depending on your local council, the prices can vary. Here’s the prices for Guildford, Surrey:
- one item – £49
- two to four items – £84
- five to ten items – £130
Larger items like American style fridge freezers count as two items.
If you need more than ten items collected, the collectors will arrange to check what you have and give you a quote. Learn more.
- Asbestos
- Builder’s rubble
- Fluorescent tubes (including one in a sun bed)
- Garden waste
- Oil tanks
- Car batteries
- Many liquids including pots of paint
- Sheet glass
- Sheet plastic
- Full size snooker/pool/billiard tables
- Large organs and pianos
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