The Rubbish Removers Ltd provides professional rubbish clearance in Barnsley, offering a fast, ethical alternative to skip hire. Moreover, our local two-man teams understand the logistical challenges of South Yorkshire’s former mining communities, from narrow colliery rows to modern estates near Oakwell. Additionally, as an Environment Agency registered carrier (CBDU409710) and Which? Trusted Trader, we guarantee a 95% landfill diversion rate through authorised recycling centres.
In contrast, local council collections refuse heavy inert waste, so we handle everything from garden soil and bricks to dismantled sheds. Furthermore, we supply all labour and complete a thorough sweep-up to leave your property spotless. Ultimately, with no skip permits required and same-day options, we deliver a seamless, fully insured service that prioritises your convenience.
Established for over 20 years & covering all areas around the North West, Greater Manchester & Yorkshire.
Find Out MoreNo job is too big or small, whether it’s a single item or a full house clearance, we’ll get the job done.
Find Out MoreRubbish Removal for every type of business is handled professionally with all waste recycled correctly.
Find Out MoreWe offer a wide selection of Waste Management Services within the Barnsley area. Our staff are always professional, friendly and very reliable. We pride ourselves on having an ethical approach to each and every job which will be carried out with excellent customer service. To speak to one of our team call today.
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Friendly, professional and quick service! Tom and Barry were great calling me half an hour before arriving, and observed all social distancing regulations etc, and Richard was very helpful on the phone fitting me in same day. Overall very satisfied and would recommend.
GraceyAbsolutely brilliant! The two lads were quick and efficient with big smiles on their faces, despite the cold. Twenty four hours from the initial enquiry, the job was completed. That’s proper service.
GrahamThey did an excellent job and cleared my Mums flat quickly. I would recommend them to everyone and I would use them again. My mum had recently passed away so it was a difficult time but they were also understanding of the circumstances.
ChristineRubbish Clearance in Barnsley begins with, firstly a no permit solution from The Rubbish Removers Ltd, a premier family-run waste specialist with over 20 years of experience. Moreover, as a fully Environment Agency registered carrier (CBDU409710), we clear everything from DIY debris in traditional colliery rows to garden waste in suburban estates. Meanwhile, our two-man teams provide all labour, therefore removing the need for heavy lifting and allowing you to enjoy your reclaimed space.
Additionally, we are a Which? Trusted Trader and a Trading Standards “Buy With Confidence” member, so we deliver professionalism far beyond standard “man and van” services. Whether you have a single bulky item or a full site to clear, we offer same day response and a 95% landfill diversion rate, ultimately keeping Barnsley green and clean. For an instant quote or to arrange a collection, call 0114 438 7272 or WhatsApp 07802 860 731.

Finding a reliable skip-hire alternative in Barnsley matters, especially with the tight on street parking in the town’s historic terraced rows. Unlike a skip, our service requires no council permits and causes no driveway damage. Instead, we arrive in specialised vehicles, load your waste immediately, and leave within the hour, therefore preventing neighbours from using a skip as a public bin. Moreover, this fast approach keeps your property clear and your costs down.
In addition, we do more than haul away your junk; we sweep up. Whether we are removing muddy garden waste or renovation rubble from a kitchen rip-out, we leave the area spotlessly clean. Furthermore, we offer full dismantling of old sheds and outbuildings, ultimately providing a complete, end to end solution for any outdoor project.
| Feature | The Rubbish Removers | Skip Hire |
| Labour | We Load Everything | You Do All The Work |
| Permits | No Permit Needed (Wait & Load) | £30-£50 Permit Fee |
| Driveway | Safe (Rubber Tyres) | Scratches/Cracks Paving |
| Speed | Gone in 60 Mins | Stuck on drive for weeks |
Our teams are equipped to handle a vast range of waste types, ensuring your property is cleared safely and legally. We provide a Waste Transfer Note (WTN) with every collection as part of your Duty of Care.
General Rubbish: Black bags, cardboard, unwanted household junk, and bulky furniture.
Garden Waste: Soil, turf, branches, old fencing, and decking.
Shed Removal: Dismantling and removal of rotten wood, felt, glass, and all internal contents.
Fly-Tipping Clearance: Rapid response for hazardous piles on private land, including site assessments.
We have refined our process to be as straightforward and efficient as possible for our Barnsley customers.
1. Get a Quote: Call our team, fill in our online form, or WhatsApp a photo of your rubbish to 07802 860 731 for a fixed price.
2. Clearance: Our uniformed two-man team arrives within a scheduled window and clears the waste using their own equipment.
3. Sweep Up: We thoroughly sweep the driveway, garden, or yard to ensure no debris is left behind.
4. Disposal: Your waste is taken to a licensed recycling centre, and you receive digital paperwork the very same day.

We believe in transparent pricing where you only pay for the space you actually use. Therefore this is often significantly cheaper than hiring a skip.
• Single Item: Prices start from £80+vat. Perfect for a fridge, sofa, or a small pile of tiles.
• Quarter Van Load: Roughly 20-30 bin bags. Ideal for a small garden tidy-up or a dismantled 6×4 shed.
• Half Van Load: Roughly 6 cubic yards. Comparable to a standard builders’ skip but with no permit fees.
• Full Van Load: 12-14 cubic yards with an 800kg payload. Best for large-scale house clearances or major renovations.
Renovation Debris in Gawber: We cleared a pile of plasterboard and timber from a colliery row renovation via a rapid “Wait & Load” service to avoid blocking the narrow street.
Garden Waste Clearance near Oakwell: Our team removed several tonnes of soil and old fencing from a semi-detached estate, finishing the job by sweeping the patio clean.
Shed Dismantling in Worsbrough: We dismantled a collapsed timber shed and cleared all the rusted tools inside. Also providing a full Waste Transfer Note for the homeowner’s records.
Bulky Waste Collection in Town Centre: A same-day removal of an American-style fridge and several mattresses from a property with restricted parking access.
Also we provide comprehensive coverage throughout the entire Barnsley borough and surrounding districts, including:
Wombwell
Hoyland
Dartton
Royston
Cudworth
Dodworth
Penistone
Worsbrough
Q: Do you take soil, rubble, and bricks? A: Yes, we handle heavy inert waste that many general couriers refuse. Because these materials are heavy, we charge based on a combination of volume and weight to ensure you get a fair price.
Q: Do you dismantle sheds or garden structures? A: Absolutely. Full dismantling and removal of garden structures is a core part of our outdoor clearance service. You don’t need to take it apart before we arrive; we bring the tools to do it for you.
Q: Will you clean up the mess afterwards? A: Yes. Our “We Sweep Up” promise is a key reason Barnsley residents choose us. We ensure your driveway or garden is left tidy, removing all loose debris before we leave.
Q: Do I need a skip permit for Barnsley? A: Only if you are placing a skip on a public road. Barnsley Council requires permits for skips, which can be slow to arrange and expensive. Our “Wait & Load” van service requires no permit, as we never leave the vehicle unattended.
Q: Will Barnsley Council take my DIY or Garden waste? A: Most local authorities have strict limits on what they will collect. Barnsley Council typically refuses heavy inert waste like soil, rubble, or dismantled sheds in their standard bulky collections. We fill that gap by taking everything the council won’t.
Q: Can you collect from properties with difficult access in Barnsley? A: Yes. We are very familiar with the tight on-street parking in Barnsley’s older terraced areas. Our vans are much more manoeuvrable than a heavy skip lorry, allowing us to reach properties where skip delivery is impossible.
The Rubbish Removers are a fully licensed registered carrier of waste, (licence no: CBDU409710) with the environment agency, as well as being a member of the trading standards Buy With Confidence scheme and being a Which Trusted Trader. We offer a fast, reliable same day response to your enquiry and no job is too big or too small.
Contact UsAll furniture, appliances, rubbish, junk and waste are disposed of at a fully licensed waste transfer station, where 95% of it is recycled & diverted from landfill. All of our staff are professional, friendly and very reliable.
The Rubbish Removers have been established for over 20 years and we now cover all of the North West, Greater Manchester and Yorkshire.
Please telephone for a free quotation. Our rubbish removal service includes all labour and waste transfer costs.