Business or commercial waste collection
We collect general waste, mixed recycling, glass and food waste from your place of business or event site.
There are a range of bin sizes available and pre-paid sacks. You could be eligible for discounts if you have multiple bins or collections.
Why choose us
Benefits of our service include:
- flexible collections - fortnightly to weekly dependent on the area
- we are an established and trusted organisation
- our experienced team
- we can discuss options available and deliver a tailored service that suits your organisation
- we are able to advise of any changes in legislation ensuring you are always compliant
With us there are no:
- VAT charges
- weight charges
- administration charges
- contract renewal or amendment charges
We offer free:
- bin supply and delivery
- waste transfer note
- waste audit to reduce general waste and save you money
- recycling training
In addition, we offer:
- transparent prices with a reputation for value for money and impartiality
- a dedicated team to manage your waste
- a skilled and experienced workforce
- an ethical and committed approach to carbon reduction and environmental sustainability
- a fully licensed waste carrier ensuring your local protection
We are a member of the Association of Public Service Excellence.
Postcodes covered
NN4, NN7, NN11, NN12, NN13, OX17 and MK19.
Prices may vary depending on the location of collection.
If you are not in one of these postcode areas please email businesswaste@westnorthants.gov.uk to discuss your needs.
Items we accept
We accept:
- sanitary products
- fouled textiles
- jiffy bags
- polystyrene/foam board
- crisp packets and confectionery wrappers
- wrapped broken glass
- broken crockery and oven glass cookware
- non-electrical toys and gadgets (please consider donating to charity shops)
- small metal non-electrical scrap items
Items we don't accept
We don't accept:
- medical waste
- hazardous waste
- electrical goods
- construction waste (rubble, soil, stones)
- paint cans
- petrol
- liquids
- aerosols
- garden waste
- tyres
Bin dimensions and price per lift
This applies to general waste that cannot be recycled.
| Bin size and sacks held | Height x width x depth (mm) | Price per lift |
|---|---|---|
| 240 Litre bin (3-4 sacks) | 1070 x 570 x 720 | £7.75 |
| 360 Litre bin (5-6 sacks) | 1115 x 580 x 870 | £9.75 |
| 660 Litre bin (10-12 sacks) | 1215 x 1370 x 770 | £14.75 |
| 1100 Litre bin (15-18 sacks) | 1465 x 1370 x 1070 | £17.50 |
What happens with your waste
Your general waste is sent to Milton Keynes Waste Recovery Park which has been constructed by Amey on behalf of Milton Keynes Council and brings together three state-of-the-art technologies to recycle and create energy from waste:
- mechanical treatment
- anaerobic digestion
- advanced thermal treatment
Through the anaerobic digestion and advanced thermal treatment technologies, around 5.8MW of electricity will be exported to the National Grid per year - enough to power the equivalent of 11,000 homes.
Items we accept
We accept:
- cardboard, magazines and paper, including phonebooks and catalogues
- glass bottles and jars
- shredded paper
- metal tins and cans, chocolate and biscuit tins
- tin foil and foil trays
- plastic bottles
- plastic tubs, trays and pots
- drink cartons
- aerosols
- envelopes (including windows)
Items we don't accept
We don't accept:
- food waste (wrapped or unwrapped)
- pyrex, glass sheet and drinking glasses
- polystyrene/foam board
- black sacks and bin bags
- clothing and textiles
- building supplies, including wood, paint
- carpet
- plastic toys
- tapes (VHS) and discs (CDs, DVDs, Blu-Ray)
Bin dimensions and price per lift
| Bin size and sacks held | Height x width x depth (mm) | Price per lift |
|---|---|---|
| 240 Litre bin (3-4 sacks) | 1070 x 570 x 720 | £5.50 |
| 360 Litre bin (5-6 sacks) | 1115 x 580 x 870 | £6.50 |
| 660 Litre bin (10-12 sacks) | 1215 x 1370 x 770 | £9.50 |
| 1100 Litre bin (15-18 sacks) | 1465 x 1370 x 1070 | £10.50 |
What happens to your mixed recycling
Materials are collected and sent to a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), where they are sorted and sent to different manufacturers for repurpose.
Recycled materials are made into new products that are used here in the UK. For example, all newsprint is now made from 100% recycled paper. The UK also exports recyclable materials to other countries.
Items we accept
We accept:
- meat and bones
- fruit and vegetables
- dairy
- eggs and eggshells
- tea and coffee grounds
- bread and pastries
- fish
Items we don't accept
We don't accept:
- black sacks
- plastic bin bags or liners
- plastic packaging
- cooking oil
Bin sizes and price per lift
| Bin size and sacks held | Height x width x depth (mm) | Price per lift |
|---|---|---|
| 140 Litre bin (2-3 sacks) | 1054 x 560 x 560 | £3.75 |
How we recycle your food waste
We use process called Anaerobic Digestion (AD).
This process uses microorganisms to break down the food waste in an enclosed system, The absence of oxygen helps to break down the food waste.
The result is methane coming off which is collected and converted into biogas. Biogas is used to generate electricity or heat. The AD process also creates a nutrient-rich material which is used as a fertiliser for land regeneration.
| Sack type | Weekly collection price |
|---|---|
| 25 general waste sacks | £65.00 |
| 25 recycling sacks | £45.00 |
When it comes to the organisation of special events such as festivals, county fairs and other one-off occasions, we know that waste management requires a great deal of forward planning and organisation to execute.
Not thinking ahead about event waste collection and removal can lead to logistical problems, not to mention it can hamper the enjoyment of guests and event staff.
We are able to provide specialist disposal services to effectively manage waste and recycling generated by vendors and guests.
Why choose us
Our comprehensive event waste management enables us to provide you with everything you need prior to, during, and throughout clean-up and tear-down of the event.
We have fully trained and skilled staff available, as well as heavy duty bins and sacks available for hire. We understand how important the correct segregation of waste is, and so we offer everything you need to ensure waste and recycling is being placed in the right containers.
For a quote, contact us using the details below.
Contact us
Get a quote by completing our online form:
You can also contact our office (open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5:15pm).
Telephone: 01327 322348
Email: businesswaste@westnorthants.gov.uk
Trade waste
Small scale traders can recycle certain types of waste or dispose of general waste at selected household waste recycling centres. Find out more about trade waste.
Business waste and the law
You:
- cannot dump waste at the household tip or in household bins
- must use a licensed contractor to get rid of your waste properly and safely
- have a duty of care to keep your waste stored securely
Duty of care
Under Section 34 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990, all businesses have a duty of care for the disposal of all their recyclable materials and commercial waste.
Business rates do not cover businesses for any recycling or waste collections, you are therefore responsible for the management of all the waste that your business produces.
To find out more about your duty of care, visit Gov.UK.
Last updated 24 August 2022