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Arrange a commercial waste collection in Plymouth
Disposing of business waste in Plymouth doesn’t need to be complicated. Whether you require commercial waste bins for general waste, mixed recycling, cardboard, or glass, our waste experts are here to help.
Follow these three simple steps to arrange your commercial waste collection:
Your waste needs
Enter your postcode above, tell us what types of waste and recycling bins your business needs, and how often you’d like them collected.
Review your quote
Our experts will quickly prepare a bespoke, low-cost quote for your Plymouth business with everything you need to get started right away.
Start your service
Once you’re happy with your quote, your waste collection will be set up quickly and efficiently, giving you hassle-free, reliable waste service.
Commercial waste collection types Plymouth
Businesses in Plymouth have various options for waste and recycling collections. Below, we list our top commercial waste collection services in the area.
General business waste Plymouth
In Plymouth, general business waste includes non-recyclable items such as food-contaminated cardboard and most types of plastic packaging, crisp packets, and polystyrene. Businesses in Plymouth can rely on commercial waste providers to store, collect, and dispose of this general waste efficiently.
Commercial dry mixed recycling Plymouth
Businesses in Plymouth rely on commercial recycling services to manage everyday recyclables, including paper, cardboard, plastics, aluminium cans, and glass. Commercial dry mixed recycling collection services allow small businesses to easily manage these recyclable materials in a single bin, helping reduce landfill use.
Commercial glass recycling Plymouth
The Upcycled Glass Company in South Devon, launched by the University of Plymouth, focuses on turning waste glass into new, sustainable products. Businesses in Plymouth can support projects like this by utilising commercial glass recycling collection services to promote the circular economy of glass waste.
Commercial food waste Plymouth
The Langage Farm anaerobic digestion plant in Plymouth processes up to 100,000 tonnes of organic waste annually. It produces enough biogas to provide renewable electricity for around 6,000 homes. Businesses in Plymouth can contribute to this process by using commercial food waste collection services.
Commercial cardboard recycling Plymouth
Retailers and distributors in Plymouth, including those at the Armada Shopping Centre, produce significant volumes of cardboard waste from goods packaging and deliveries. Businesses can efficiently manage cardboard and reduce commercial waste collection costs using a commercial cardboard recycling service equipped with a cardboard baler.
Sanitary waste collection Plymouth
Beauty salons, clinics and shopping centres across Plymouth all need reliable sanitary waste collection. Whether it’s a busy retail unit or a private practice, regular collections ensure hygiene standards are met and your business adheres to sanitary waste obligations.
Business waste collection in Plymouth
We offer commercial recycling services to a range of businesses across Plymouth. Below, we highlight the key sectors we support.
Office waste collection
Corporate locations in Plymouth, such as those at Burrington Business Park, depend on office waste management services to handle everyday waste disposal. These services include the secure shredding and disposal of confidential documents and recycling materials like paper, plastics, and other office waste.
Restaurant waste collection
Restaurants in Plymouth, such as The Barbican Kitchen, require specialised restaurant waste management services to function efficiently. These services include food waste collection for handling scraps, expired ingredients, and leftovers as well as sanitary waste collection services for public and staff bathrooms.
Maritime waste management
Plymouth, home to the UK’s largest naval base, HMNB Devonport, needs specialised maritime waste management, particularly for boat waste. This includes handling hazardous materials, oil, general refuse produced by vessels, and waste from naval operations. Effective management protects marine ecosystems from pollution.
Plymouth City Council commercial waste services
Plymouth City Council offers a zero-waste-to-landfill commercial waste service. Plymouth’s business waste service includes regular collections of:
- General commercial waste
- Dry Mixed Recycling
- Food waste
- Glass recycling
- Commercial waste sacks: Buy rolls of bags for any of the above if you don’t have room for a commercial waste bin.
Visit the Plymouth.gov commercial waste page for more information.
Commercial waste disposal Plymouth
Small businesses may choose to transport their own waste to local commercial recycling centres. They will need a waste carrier licence to do so legally.
Below, you’ll find all the necessary information to help you properly dispose of commercial waste in Plymouth.
Commercial recycling centres in Plymouth
Plymouth City Council allow commercial waste disposal at their Chelson Meadow transfer station at:
The Ride, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 7JA
The transfer station is open to commercial waste customers on:
Monday to Thursday: 8 am to 4 pm and Friday: 8 am to 3.30 pm
Their disposal fees are set out below:
| Waste | Rate per tonne | Minimum charge |
|---|---|---|
| Mixed waste | £173 | £43.25 |
| Green garden waste | £65 | £16.25 |
| Soil/hardcore | £36 | £9.00 |
| Wood | £81 | £25.00 |
| Plasterboard | £153 | £38.25 |
Source: Plymouth.gov.uk
💡The Chelson Meadow waste transfer station will provide you with a waste transfer note for any business waste you bring, allowing your company to demonstrate its compliance with commercial waste regulations.
Commercial waste collection providers in Plymouth
Our waste management service relies on trusted, licensed waste carriers to empty your bins or containers. By working with a range of local providers, we are able to offer a flexible waste management service tailored to the needs of all types of businesses.
In this section, we’ll highlight the top licensed business waste collection providers in Plymouth:
RWS Waste
RWS Waste Disposal, based in Plymouth, offers comprehensive commercial waste management services, including collection and disposal for businesses such as retail, supermarkets, and hotels. They aim to recycle 90% of the waste collected. Their services are flexible, with tailored schedules to minimise disruption to business operations.
EMS
EMS offers comprehensive commercial waste management services for businesses in Plymouth. They handle various waste types, including general waste, recyclable materials, and hazardous waste. Their services include scheduled waste collections, recycling solutions, and the provision of commercial waste bins in different sizes.
Suez
SUEZ’s waste facility on Ermington Road, Ivybridge, is well-positioned to serve Plymouth businesses with a wide range of services. These include general waste collection, hazardous waste disposal, food waste processing, and recycling for materials like plastics, cardboard, and metals. Its close proximity to Plymouth reduces transportation times and costs.
Biffa
Biffa’s South West facility offers a broad range of waste management services, including general waste collection, hazardous waste disposal, food waste treatment, and recycling for materials like plastics, cardboard, and metals. With a recycling plant near Plymouth, Biffa supports local businesses by providing efficient waste solutions.
Commercial waste collection in surrounding areas
Looking for commercial waste collection for other business locations near Plymouth? We also provide services in the following areas:
