Rubbish removal in Edinburgh

Edinburgh waste collection with access considered

Edinburgh collections can involve a long route between a room and the vehicle. A flat in Marchmont or Newington may have several stair flights, while an address in the centre may need precise loading instructions. Tell us the floor, entry system and whether there is a lift. Photographs of the exit route are useful alongside images of the items. Never move bulky furniture into a shared stair simply to make it easier to collect later.

From Leith clear-outs to homes in Corstorphine

We assess enquiries from across the city, including Leith, Portobello, Morningside, Gorgie and surrounding neighbourhoods. State the exact address rather than relying on a district name. For garden rubbish, explain whether there is a side gate, a common rear area or access only through the property. For a collection from a business, give the trading name, loading arrangements and the person who can authorise the agreed items on arrival.

Moving days and furniture replacements in Edinburgh

End-of-tenancy and furniture replacement jobs are easiest to plan before a fixed handover or delivery deadline. List landlord-owned furnishings separately from your own possessions and confirm what is authorised for removal. Sofa beds, large wardrobes and white goods each need specific handling information. If the item arrived flat-packed or in several sections, mention that. The quote can then reflect the dismantling and loading work that is actually needed.

Compare your Edinburgh disposal options

Not every unwanted item needs a paid mixed-waste collection. Edinburgh Council offers a bulky-waste booking service with its own conditions, and usable furniture may have a reuse option. A private rubbish uplift may suit a larger mixed clear-out or a job requiring agreed indoor loading. Check the current terms of whichever option you choose, then keep items dry and within your property while waiting for a confirmed appointment. Tell our team your full postcode so the collection route and date can be checked. For South Queensferry enquiries, include the postcode rather than assuming the same collection run as central Edinburgh. The team can check the right route when arranging your visit.

Our Edinburgh collection areas

These are service areas, not separate offices. Send the full postcode to confirm availability and access for your address.

Choose your waste removal service

Match your enquiry to the work you need. You can combine several types of agreed waste in a single quote request.

• Rubbish removal — Everyday clutter, bagged rubbish and bulky items collected together, with the loading taken care of.
• House clearance — Full and partial property clearances, planned around the items you want removed and the belongings you want to keep.
• Garden waste removal — Branches, clippings and agreed garden waste taken away after pruning, tidying or a bigger outdoor clear-out.
• Furniture removal — Unwanted tables, chairs, wardrobes and other bulky furniture removed from homes and business premises.
• Commercial waste collection — One-off and planned waste collections for businesses, shops, property managers and commercial premises.
• Builders waste removal — Agreed renovation and construction waste collected after repairs, fit-outs and home improvement work.

For other items, see all waste collection services.