When it comes to getting rid of your waste in Yorkshire, there are a number of different options. The local district or borough councils are responsible for collecting various types of waste. There are also recycling centres you can visit yourself, and a number of different waste collection companies who can also come and collect your waste. The fact that there are so many different options can make the whole waste disposal problem a trifle confusing. Let's help by looking at some of the different options, and how to dispose of different types of waste in a responsible way.

Waste Disposal Options in Yorkshire

Household waste collections – these are provided by the district and borough councils. Collections are for household rubbish which cannot be recycled. Wheelie bins or bags are provided, depending on where you live and the type of property.

Household recycling collections – these are also provided by district and borough councils. The collection is regular and is for various items that can be recycled. What those items are depends on the service but can include paper, cardboard, aluminium, glass and certain types of plastic.

Recycling banks – these are provided across the country and are usually situated in car parks or near supermarkets. Items that can be recycled in this way include glass and paper, plastics, cans and textiles.

Bulky waste collections – this collection is for items such as washing machines, televisions, carpets, furniture, mattresses and other white goods, Organised by district and borough councils, there is usually a fee. Asbestos, building rubble and black bags of waste can also be disposed of via this collection service.

Garden waste – this service is provided by some district or borough councils and produces compost from the garden waste. The service that has to be paid for.

Household waste recycling centres – there are household recycling centres in many of the towns and cities throughout the UK, not just in Yorkshire. These sites will accept electrical items, home, garden and building waste, paper and cardboard, household and hazardous items.

Private waste disposal services – there are a variety of different companies offering waste disposal services throughout Yorkshire. They are able to handle all types of waste and will also offer useful advice and waste disposal information. Oates Environmental is one such service provider. Based in various locations throughout Yorkshire, you can call on them for a variety of waste disposal services.