Rubbish Removal Prices in Richmond
Typical London load-based pricing applies — see typical London rubbish removal prices for a full breakdown. Two Richmond-specific factors affect local pricing: the whole borough is within the ULEZ (non-compliant vehicles pay £12.50 per day), and many conservation-area streets have no off-street parking — which means skips need a permit and access for man-and-van carriers can be tighter. Compare bids from EA-licensed carriers for an accurate price for your job.
Small job
1–2 items or a few bags
£40–£120
Sofa, garden waste bags, single mattress
Medium clearance
Half a van load
£120–£250
Flat clearance, furniture + bags
Large clearance
Full van load or more
£250–£350+
Full house clearance, renovation waste
Prices are indicative. Post a job for an accurate price from local Richmond carriers.
Richmond Council Waste Services — and Where They Fall Short
Richmond Council offers several waste collection options. They are worth knowing about — but there are gaps an EA-licensed carrier fills quickly.
Bulky waste collection
Among the highest bulky waste charges in London. See what each London borough charges.
Garden waste subscription
See Richmond garden waste costs for a full breakdown.
Where the council can't help
The council's options struggle when the timeline is tight (moving, renovation), the volume is too big for five items, the waste is mixed or heavy, or you can't move items to the kerb yourself. An EA-licensed carrier who collects from your door is generally faster than the council's typical ~14-day wait — and covers waste types the council won't touch.
Recycling and DIY Waste in Richmond — Townmead Road
The Townmead Road Reuse and Recycling Centre in Kew (TW9 4EL) is Richmond borough's main household waste tip. It is the genuine option for a car-boot load you can transport yourself — but it comes with conditions competitors' pages rarely spell out.
Booking essential — up to 14 days ahead. No booking, no entry.
Mon–Sat 8am–4pm, Sun 9am–4pm. Last van entry 3:30pm.
Cars and small vans only (load space up to ~1.7 × 1.5 × 1.2 m).
Within the ULEZ. Non-compliant vehicles pay £12.50/day.
Tyres and asbestos not accepted.
Construction/DIY waste: limited quantities free for householders. Van-borne DIY and C&D waste is charged. 4-visit-per-4-weeks limit applies.
Space Waye, Feltham (WLWA) is also open to Richmond residents.
When the tip is the right choice
The tip works well for a car-boot load you can drive in yourself — especially large items that can be reused (the reuse section accepts furniture and small appliances). If your borough ULEZ-compliant vehicle fits the access limits and you can book in advance, it is the cheapest option for a small amount of waste.
When a carrier is simpler
For anything van-sized, heavy, or time-sensitive — or when you simply cannot transport the waste yourself — an EA-licensed carrier collecting from your door is the more straightforward option. No booking, no trip, no unloading.
Renovation and Builders' Waste in Richmond
Richmond's Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian period stock means a high volume of renovation and RMI work throughout the borough — and that produces muckaway, rubble, plasterboard and tiles that the council tip charges for and skips in conservation streets can restrict.
A few things to know: plasterboard must be kept separate from general mixed waste — this is a legal requirement, not a carrier preference. Soil and rubble are typically priced by weight rather than volume. Hazardous materials (asbestos, treated timber) need a specialist carrier.
Builders and homeowners in Richmond can post the job and compare bids from EA-licensed carriers who collect from site — no skip permit needed in most cases, and no trip to Townmead Road. See builders' waste removal in Richmond for more detail.
Rubble & muckaway
Priced by weight. Post the job with a volume estimate for accurate bids.
Plasterboard
Must be segregated by law. EA-licensed carriers know the rules.
Renovation mixed waste
Tiles, timber, old fittings — all collected from your Richmond address.
Garden renovation
Soil, turf and hardcore from landscaping projects.
Areas Covered in Richmond upon Thames
EA-licensed carriers cover the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and surrounding postcodes.
Townmead Road Reuse and Recycling Centre (TW9 4EL) is free for Richmond residents but requires advance booking — and only cars and small vans are admitted. EA-licensed carriers on RubbishBids collect from your door, no trip required.
Rubbish Removal Services in Richmond upon Thames
EA-licensed carriers collect all types of waste from residential and commercial properties across Richmond upon Thames.
How Rubbish Removal Works in Richmond
Three steps. No phone calls.
Post your job
Take a photo of the rubbish you want removed. Add your Richmond postcode and a few details. Takes about 30 seconds.
Compare bids
EA-licensed carriers covering your area review the job and send their price. Compare the offers and pick the one that works for you.
Carrier collects
Only the carrier you choose receives your contact details. They arrive, collect, and dispose of the waste responsibly.
Why Licensing Matters
As a householder, you have a legal duty of care for your waste. If waste from your Richmond address is fly-tipped by an unlicensed carrier, it can be traced back to you — and you can be fined even though you did not do the dumping. Even illegal dumping at the tip carries penalties.
Only use EA-licensed carriers. You can check any carrier's registration on the Environment Agency public register. RubbishBids connects you with EA-licensed carriers who are legally obliged to dispose of waste responsibly — but does not verify individual disposal at the point of collection.
Fly tipping on your property?
If fly tipping has occurred on your private property in Richmond, the council will not remove it — clearing it is your legal responsibility. Use an EA-licensed carrier.
Fly tipping on public land? Report it to Richmond Council — include the location, waste type, and any vehicle details.
Report fly tipping to Richmond CouncilFrequently Asked Questions
Rubbish Removal by Postcode in Richmond
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