General waste
Non-recyclable waste in 240 to 1,100 litre bins.
Business waste · Ipswich
Commercial waste collection in Ipswich
Wheelie bins and scheduled collections for shops, offices, pubs, restaurants and workshops, with general waste, recycling, glass and food waste all on one contract.
- Bins from 240 to 1,100 litres
- Weekly, fortnightly or daily lifts
- Simpler Recycling compliant
Commercial waste collection: what to expect
Every business in England has a legal duty to deal with its waste properly. You cannot put business waste in a household bin or take it to a household recycling centre, and you need a waste transfer note for every collection. A commercial waste contract takes care of all of this.
We supply bins sized for your business, collect them on a schedule that suits your opening hours, and send the waste for recycling and recovery. Pubs and restaurants in the town centre, offices on the Waterfront, shops along Westgate Street and Carr Street, and workshops on the industrial estates all have different needs, so we build each contract around the business.
From 31 March 2025, most businesses in England with 10 or more employees have had to separate dry recycling and food waste from general waste under the Simpler Recycling rules. Micro-firms with fewer than 10 employees must follow the same rules from 31 March 2027. We can set you up with the right bins now so you are compliant.
Bins and streams we collect
Dry mixed recycling
Paper, card, plastic bottles, tins and cans in one bin.
Glass
Bottles and jars, popular with pubs, bars and restaurants.
Food waste
Caddies and bins for kitchens, sent for anaerobic digestion.
Cardboard
Separate cardboard collections, or a baler for high volumes. See balers and compactors.
Confidential waste
Locked consoles for documents. See confidential shredding.
Bin sizes
| Bin | Roughly holds | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| 240 litre | 3 to 4 bin bags | Small offices, salons |
| 360 litre | 5 to 6 bin bags | Shops, cafés |
| 660 litre | 10 bin bags | Restaurants, larger offices |
| 1,100 litre | 15 to 18 bin bags | Pubs, retail units, workshops |
Your duty of care for business waste
Use a registered carrier
Business waste must only be handed to a registered waste carrier. You can check any carrier on the Environment Agency's public register.
Keep your paperwork
You need a waste transfer note describing your waste, which must be kept for at least two years. With a contract, an annual transfer note usually covers regular collections.
Separate your recycling
Under Simpler Recycling, businesses with 10 or more employees must keep dry recycling and food waste apart from general waste. Smaller businesses must comply from 31 March 2027.
Store waste securely
Bins should be lidded and stored where waste cannot blow away or be scattered. Lockable bins help prevent fly-tipping into your bins by others.
Reduce what you throw away
Recycling streams are usually cheaper than general waste, so moving waste from general to recycling bins can cut your bill. A waste audit shows where the savings are.
How it works
Free site visit
We look at what you throw away and where bins can go.
Bin plan and quote
A recommended set of bins and lifts, with a fixed price per lift.
Bins delivered
Bins arrive with your waste transfer note and collection days.
Regular collections
Bins emptied on schedule, with extra lifts available on request.
What affects the price of commercial waste collection
Every job is priced individually. These are the main factors.
- Bin size
- Larger bins cost more per lift but less per litre.
- Collection frequency
- More lifts each week mean a higher monthly cost.
- Waste stream
- Recycling and glass are usually cheaper than general waste.
- Number of bins
- More bins on one round can lower the cost per lift.
- Contract length
- Longer agreements can bring better rates.
Why choose Ipswich Waste
Registered waste carrier
Every collection comes with a waste transfer note, so you can prove your waste was handled legally.
Recycling first
Waste is sorted at licensed sites so rubble, metal, wood, card and green waste are recycled.
Fixed prices
Clear quotes agreed before we start, including permits and disposal.
Local and fast
Based in Ipswich, with next-day service across most IP postcodes.
Commercial waste collection across Ipswich and nearby
We cover Ipswich and the surrounding towns, villages and business parks, including:
- Ipswich town centre
- Ipswich Waterfront
- Chantry
- Whitton
- Rushmere St Andrew
- Kesgrave
- Martlesham
- Woodbridge
- Felixstowe
- Claydon
- Bramford
- Sproughton
- Pinewood
- Copdock
- Capel St Mary
- Hadleigh
- Needham Market
- Stowmarket
- Ransomes Europark
- Futura Park
Frequently asked questions
Can I put business waste in my household bin?
No. Business waste must go through a commercial collection. Using a household bin or the tip for business waste can lead to a fine.
Do I have to separate recycling?
If you have 10 or more employees, yes, under Simpler Recycling rules in force since 31 March 2025. Businesses with fewer than 10 employees must comply from 31 March 2027.
How often can bins be collected?
From daily to fortnightly. Food waste is usually collected at least weekly.
Can I change my bin size later?
Yes. If your business grows or your waste changes, we can swap bins or adjust collection days.
Do you collect from pubs and restaurants early in the morning?
Yes. We can schedule collections to avoid busy service times and noise restrictions.
Will I get a waste transfer note?
Yes. You receive one at the start of your contract, covering your regular collections.
Book commercial waste collection in Ipswich
Tell us what you need and we will confirm a fixed price.