Kerbside Collections

Most people in Suffolk now receive a kerbside collection service for some recyclable materials, whether it is a wheeled bin, crate or bag, Your borough or district council (the one you pay your council tax to) provides this service. Please contact them if you have enquires concerning bins or their collection. See Local Services contacts.

Bulky Waste

Borough and district councils provide a collection service for bulky items such as sofas, beds and white goods such as fridges, freezers and washing machines. Contact your council for enquires to remove large items from your premises. Depending on which council you belong to, a fee may be charged for the service. White goods and most bulky items are accepted at any of the 18 Household Waste and Recycling Centres in the county, free of charge.

Hazardous Waste

Hazardous wastes are any solid or liquid material that may cause harm to person or the environment if not disposed of correctly. Common types of hazardous waste you might find around the home or in your garage or garden shed include; garden chemicals (creosote, weedkiller etc), household cleaning products, DIY products (paint stripper, solvents etc), asbestos, flammable liquids, pesticides (including rat poison, strychnine etc) and chemicals used in photography. Click here for more information on hazardous waste.

Please contact your local District or Borough council in the first instance for advice on the disposal of household hazardous waste.