If you’ve recently completed a garden clearance, you might be wondering about the cost of dumping garden waste. Whether you’re a homeowner, landscaper, or business owner, understanding the options available for garden waste disposal can help you save both time and money.
In this guide, we’ll break down the costs of different disposal methods and why WAST’D offers the best, most affordable, and most convenient solution for garden waste removal in London and Surrey.
Options for Disposing of Garden Waste & Their Costs
1. Local Council Garden Waste Collection
Many councils offer garden waste collection services, usually via a subscription-based green bin service.
- Average cost: £40-£80 per year for a fortnightly collection
- Limitations:
- Not suitable for large amounts of grass, branches, hedge trimmings, or soil
- Some councils do not accept certain types of garden waste (e.g., logs, soil, treated wood)
- Collections may be infrequent
2. Taking Garden Waste to the Local Tip (Household Waste Recycling Centre – HWRC)
If you’re looking for a free option, your local recycling centre may allow you to dispose of garden waste. However, this option is not always convenient.
- Cost: Free (for household waste, but some councils charge for soil, hardcore, or logs)
- Limitations:
- You need a suitable vehicle to transport waste
- Time-consuming—loading, driving, queuing, and unloading
- Some councils require a permit for vans and trailers
- Limited opening hours and long wait times
3. Skip Hire for Garden Waste
Hiring a skip is another option for disposing of garden waste, but it can be expensive and inconvenient.
- Cost: £150-£400+ depending on skip size and location
- Limitations:
- You may need a council permit if placed on public land (£50-£100 extra)
- Skips take up valuable driveway or roadside space
- You have to load the waste yourself
- Not all skips accept all types of garden waste
4. Skip Bags for Garden Waste
Skip bags are a flexible alternative to traditional skips, but they come with their own set of challenges.
- Cost: £30-£200 depending on bag size and collection fees
- Limitations:
- Collection is not always immediate
- You still have to manually load the bag
- Limited weight allowances
5. Professional Garden Waste Removal with WAST’D (Best Option!)
For a quick, affordable, and hassle-free solution, WAST’D provides professional garden waste collection services in London and Surrey.
- Cost: Starting from £49.00, with flexible pricing based on volume
- Why Choose WAST’D? ✅ We do all the lifting and loading—no heavy lifting for you ✅ Same-day and next-day collection available ✅ Cheaper than skip hire and skip bags ✅ Fully licensed and insured waste carrier ✅ Eco-friendly disposal—we recycle as much waste as possible ✅ No permits or hidden fees
What Can & Can’t Be Disposed of in Garden Waste Collection?
✅ Accepted Garden Waste:
✔ Grass cuttings
✔ Leaves and twigs
✔ Hedge trimmings
✔ Branches and logs (small and manageable)
✔ Flowers and plants
✔ Soil and compost (limited amounts)
❌ Not Accepted as Garden Waste:
🚫 Treated wood (painted, varnished, or pressure-treated)
🚫 Bricks, rubble, or hardcore
🚫 Large tree stumps
🚫 Garden furniture
🚫 Plastic plant pots or artificial grass
Why WAST’D is the Best Choice for Garden Waste Removal
Unlike other disposal methods that involve hidden costs, heavy lifting, and long wait times, WAST’D provides an easy, fast, and cost-effective alternative.
- Booking takes just 2 minutes online
- We arrive, collect, and dispose of waste responsibly
- You save time and money compared to other methods
If you need affordable and eco-friendly garden waste removal, contact WAST’D today and get your free quote!
📞 Call us now or book online for same-day collection!