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Recent Waste Collection & Disposal reviews

Jonathon completed my job on time, he is a good and reliable tasker. I would surely hire him again for the work.

Rubbish and Green Waste Removal

$99

Great guy and will definitely use again.

HELP LOAD GREEN WASTE

$35

Fantastic! Andy was a great help. Highly recommend!

Green Waste Removal

$100

Luke did a great job

Tipping of Green Waste

$150

Ewan and his wife were very efficient, friendly and helpful. They went above and beyond. A fair price and quick to action. Thank you

Green waste pick up - very large trailer need

$120

Great Guy . Always Accomodating 👍

Pick up rubbish old fence/green waste

$10

What's the average cost of a waste collector

$85 - $190

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$85

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$120

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$190

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Why hire a waste collection & disposal expert through Airtasker?

Getting rid of waste takes more than simply chucking everything in the same bin. Careless disposal can harm the environment and even make people sick. For instance, batteries or leftover cleaners can contaminate the soil and seep into groundwater. Decomposing organic waste can attract pests and rodents, which can later spread diseases. Not only that—tossing reusable items means you're wasting valuable resources!

If your home or office needs a clean-out and you don’t have time to sort through the rubbish, hiring a proper waste collection and disposal service is the way to go. However, finding reliable and affordable waste disposal near you can be a challenge. Use Airtasker to connect with top-rated specialists effortlessly! By booking a service on the platform, you can vet potential hires through a transparent rating system, compare quotes from qualified Taskers, and secure same-day waste collection and disposal services based on availability.

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Top Waste Collection & Disposal related questions

Taskers are equipped to tackle recyclable materials such as paper, cardboard, glass, and metal. They can also manage bulky waste items such as tyres, carpets, and large household items.

Your Tasker can handle anything from small amounts of waste, like a single bag of food scraps, to larger loads that require a ute for hauling. Provide these specifics in your Airtasker listing to hire waste collectors with the appropriate vehicles and equipment for the job.

Check their experience in handling construction debris, which can be verified through their past task history and customer reviews. Look for Taskers with the necessary equipment, such as trucks or utes, that are suitable for transporting bulky materials like concrete or bricks. Also, make sure that Taskers understand local regulations and disposal requirements for construction waste.

You can typically book a waste collection and disposal service within minutes, depending on the availability of qualified Taskers. You can even schedule same-day collection.

Waste collection specialists typically take waste to recycling facilities, landfills, or incineration plants. Some types of waste, like food waste and garden waste, can be processed into compost. There are also specific facilities for e-waste. The destination depends on the type of waste being collected. 

Typically, furniture removal is booked as a separate service, which you can also find on Airtasker. However, you may request a custom service from your waste collection specialist to include furniture removal if they can accommodate it. 

Unfortunately, no. Disposing of hazardous waste such as asbestos, chemicals, gases, pesticides, and paint is typically restricted to authorities in many countries. These substances pose serious threats to public health and the environment. Some are highly reactive and can even cause fires, explosions, or corrosion of metals. For safe and proper disposal, contact a hazardous waste processing facility specialising in these materials.

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What do waste collection & disposal services include?

Waste poses significant sanitation problems. Aside from unpleasant smells and unsightly clutter, it can lead to serious health issues if left unchecked. By using Airtasker, affordable and reliable waste collection services are within arm’s reach. Connect with specialists in household, garden, or even building waste disposal near you who can help you safely and quickly dispose of the rubbish you’ve accumulated.


Learn more about the different services you can request:


Household waste collection

Households generate lots of rubbish from day-to-day living. Keep your home tidy and well-maintained with regular household waste disposal services. Waste collectors can get rid of general waste like plastic packaging, old car tyres, broken furniture, old clothing, and worn-out household items. They can also collect recyclables such as paper, cardboard, glass bottles, and metal cans. 


If you need help dealing with old furniture, mattresses, and appliances like refrigerators and washing machines, you can find proper removalists who specialise in these disposals. 


Garden waste collection

Book garden waste disposal near you if you need help tidying your yard or cleaning up after a storm. Waste collectors can handle green waste like grass clippings, leaves, hedge trimmings, weeds, and dead plants. They can also collect large debris, including tree stumps, logs, and large branches. These services help prevent pest infestations, making your outdoor areas healthier. 


While garden waste is typically brought to the dump for sorting and disposal, you can opt for a more eco-friendly alternative by enlisting Taskers who can process your waste into compost or mulch.


Food waste disposal

Improper food disposal of organic waste from kitchens doesn’t only cause odour and pest problems. It can also create harmful greenhouse gases. Avoid these issues by hiring disposal experts to bring your waste to a local food recycling centre. They can collect kitchen scraps like vegetable peelings and fruit scraps, and take care of leftovers like expired food, uneaten meals, and spoiled groceries. They can also collect compostable materials like eggshells, tea bags, and coffee grounds to ensure proper repurposing. 


Commercial waste collection

Waste can pile up fast in offices, retail stores, and other commercial establishments. To prevent a cluttered workplace, connect with commercial waste collection service providers who can dispose of your rubbish. This includes office waste such as paper, cardboard, and packaging materials. They can also safely dispose of electronic waste such as computers, printers, and other devices. Make the most of your newly decluttered office by booking a separate cleaning service through Airtasker.


Building waste disposal

If you’ve recently undertaken a construction or renovation project, book a building waste disposal near you to help you clear out your space much faster. This service includes removing debris such as concrete, bricks, wood, and metal scraps. Taskers ensure that construction sites are kept clean and safe and that building materials are disposed of in compliance with environmental regulations.

Recent Waste Collection & Disposal tasks

Green Waste (to tip) removal

$120

Attadale WA, Australia

6th Apr 2025

We have multiple bags (bags to be kept and returned) of green waste that needs to be collected and taken to the tip. Please include/factor in any tip fees in the task cost when accepting. Ideally someone with a Ute or trailer. See photos for indication of amount of green waste - all is from the garden.

Remove garden waste

$160

Annerley QLD, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Got a large stack of garden waste I need taken to the dump. We don’t have green waste vouchers unfortunately. It is just vines and palm fronds and is less than 100kg. It is quite voluminous, but light. See the photo attached for how much waste it is

Green waste - ready to go!

$50

Camp Hill QLD, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Take green waste to the dump ~ 1x trailer load. Needs to be collected between 5-7am Tuesday 8th or Wednesday 9th.

Green waste removal

$160

Rochedale South QLD 4123, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Hi! Need green waste removed, area raked up and taken to dump. Can't find dump vouchers anywhere so will need to factor if green waste isn't free at your refuse station. Most is in the back yard so will require shifting to front via side of house to your vehicle/trailer (no side access) which is aprx 20mts or so. In the biggest pile alot is larger branches then it's hedging trimmings and some weeding and the 2nd largest pile does has some lose leaf but mostly hedge trimmings etc again.

Green waste removed

$100

Bundamba QLD 4304, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Load of green waste taken to dump

Garden waste temival

$70

St Lucia QLD, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Remove green waste. Easy access.See photo below.

Remove green waste & junk from yard to tip

$50

Victoria Point QLD 4165, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Take green waste and junk to tip

Large palm leaves and garden waste loaded up and taken away

$150

Duncraig WA, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Someone with a trailer to collect, load, and take away a trailer load of weeds, vines and a few large palm prongs may need to be cut smaller to fit in the trailer

Collect some green waste

$20

Paddington QLD, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Collect some green waste and take for disposal - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01JR4D80YNR04JEG0HGKZ7KTP2

Ian always turns up on time and does a great job

Green waste removal

$80

Eumundi QLD 4562, Australia

5th Apr 2025

One to two trailer loads of green waste to be collected and taken to tip.

Great communication, quick and easy, thank you.

Green waste removal

$100

Paddington QLD, Australia

5th Apr 2025

Green waste to take to tip. See photos. Easy load from footpath for Ute or trailer. Includes contents of bag (but not bag!) 10 minutes on site. No voucher.

Prompt and professional Airtasker!

Green waste removed

$100

Upper Coomera QLD, Australia

5th Apr 2025

Hello I have a whole heap of green waste to be picked up and taken away please. I can get it to the curb if you do the rest. Mainly palms and yuccas. Not heavy as I’ve cut it all down. Just bit spikey. If I had to guess it’s about 3 flexi skips worth.

Thanks Michael. Very efficient and easy to deal with.

Removal of green waste

$150

The Gap QLD, Australia

5th Apr 2025

Load piles of green waste into the back of a Ute or truck, and prune all dead fronds from a Chinese Fan Palm. Waste then needs to be removed by taking to the dump. Dump vouchers included.

Did the job bang on time, and incredibly efficiently.

Remove garden waste - branches

$80

Elsternwick VIC, Australia

5th Apr 2025

Branches / vines need taking away

Great work and great communication

Remove green waste

$70

Buderim QLD, Australia

5th Apr 2025

I need someone to come and collect green waste and take it to the dump

Matt was a pleasure to deal with

Transport this green waste

$75

Wembley Downs, Western Australia

4th Apr 2025

I need you to transport this green waste from Wembley downs to the recycling center, I have a tip that is over 250 kilos, so it's just to take it there.

He did an excellent service, if I could give him 10 stars I would, he took over 100kg of green waste, I really don't know how he did it but he did it, he arrived on time and was very fast, I would definitely recommend him, he did an excellent job.

Small trailer load of garden wasted collected and removed to tip

$200

Bogangar NSW, Australia

4th Apr 2025

Small trailer load of garden waste (residue of stump grinding) to be removed and taken to tip. Waste is in back yard where trailer / Ute can access, so would require wheelbarrow or other means to cart waste to trailer or Ute.

Quick & efficient - great job

Removal of old fence and building waste

$300

Geebung QLD, Australia

4th Apr 2025

Removal of building waste and old fence.

Punctual, efficient and very reliable. Gets the job done.

Green waste removal

$150

Fruitgrove QLD 4113, Australia

4th Apr 2025

Take away the green waste on site including inside and outside of the fence, the volume is shown as per photos. Green Waste council voucher can be provided.

Great services. Highly recommended!

Collect green waste, take to tip

$250

Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia

3rd Apr 2025

Trailer with high cage sides required to collect green waste and take to local tip. No tip fees. Green waste is on driveway, 2 piles of cut to size easy to handle branches piled at side of house with pedestrian access only

Turned up on time as promised, worked hard, done a great job Highly recommend