The Rubbish Removers Ltd provides fully licensed house rubbish clearance in Calderdale, covering Halifax, Hebden Bridge, Brighouse, Elland, Sowerby Bridge and Todmorden. Our uniformed team clears furniture, carpets, loft contents, cellar waste, garage rubbish and general household items without you needing to lift or load anything.
We regularly work with families, landlords, estate agents and solicitors during probate, bereavement, end-of-tenancy and heavily cluttered property clearances. As a Which? Trusted Trader, Trading Standards Approved company and Environment Agency registered waste carrier, licence number CBDU409710, we remove waste legally and prioritise reuse, donation and recycling wherever possible.
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 Calderdale 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.
Contact UsWe cover all aspects of commercial and domestic rubbish removal including:
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.
ChristineHouse clearance in Calderdale can be physically demanding, especially in older stone terraces, steep valley roads and properties with limited parking. Our team clears unwanted items from lofts, cellars, garages and living spaces, then loads everything onto our vehicles for licensed disposal.
We are fully insured, uniformed and registered with the Environment Agency as an Upper Tier Waste Carrier, licence number CBDU409710. We are also a Which? Trusted Trader and Trading Standards Approved through the Buy With Confidence scheme.
From cobbled lanes in Hebden Bridge to hillside properties in Halifax, we plan each clearance around access, parking, stairs and item volume. For a clear quote, call 0113 450 8477 or send photos by WhatsApp to 07802 860 731.

Compassionate Service: Our crews regularly handle bereavement, probate, end-of-tenancy and sensitive family clearances with care and discretion.
We Handle Everything: Unlike basic council collections that require you to drag items to the curb, we tackle every part of the property. Whether it is clearing a flood prone basement in Hebden Bridge, emptying a loft in a four storey Halifax terrace, or clearing a garage in Brighouse, we do all the heavy lifting and manoeuvring.
Asset Management: We look out for personal photos, documents, valuables and items that appear importantand place them to one side before disposal.
Key Holder Service: If you cannot be on site, we can collect keys from an estate agent, solicitor, neighbour or key safe, then send completion photos once the work is complete.
Licensed disposal: Waste is taken to licensed facilities, with Waste Transfer Notes available for your records.
| Feature | The Rubbish Removers | General Man & Van |
| Trust | Which? Trusted Trader & Environment Agency registered waste carrier | Licence should always be checked |
| Insurance | Fully Insured (Public Liability) | Always ask before booking |
| Scope | Full house, including lofts, cellars, garages and sheds | Often better suited to simple item removals for curcbside collection |
| Documentation | Waste Transfer Note (Probate Ready) | Paperwork may vary |
Full Contents: We remove sofas, wardrobes, carpets, curtains, kitchenware, and general household rubbish.
Hidden Areas: We clear out cluttered lofts, damp cellars, and garages often found in Calderdale’s older stone properties.
Exterior: Garden waste, old outdoor furniture, dilapidated sheds, plant pots and general exterior rubbish.
Mixed waste: Bagged rubbish, bulky items, small electricals and general non-hazardous household waste.
1. Assessment: Call us, use the contact form or send photos on WhatsApp to 07802 860 731. We can quote from photos, a video walk-through or an on-site visit.
2. The Clear: Our uniformed team clears the property room by room, including furniture, carpets, loft contents, cellar items, garage waste and general household rubbish.
3. The Clean: Once the items have been removed, we sweep up so the property is left tidy and ready for sale, letting or handover.
4. Ethics: We divert 95% of the waste we collect from landfill. Usable furniture is donated to local charities where possible, and the rest is recycled at licensed stations.
Single Item: Prices start from £80+vat. Ideal for removing a specific bulky item like a wardrobe or fridge.
Quarter Van Load: Roughly 20-30 bin bags. Perfect for clearing a box room or a small amount of clutter.
Half Van Load: Roughly 6 cubic yards. Comparable to a builders’ skip but without the permit fees or parking hassle.
Full Van Load: 12-14 cubic yards. Equivalent to two standard skips. Suitable for large house clearances or office strip-outs.
For more information on how our prices are calculated, see our post – How we quote jobs at The Rubbish Removers.
Customers only pay for the volume they fill. Get a Firm Price: Send a photo of your rooms to 07802 860 731.
Flood Damage Clearance in Hebden Bridge: We rapidly cleared water damaged furniture and carpets from a basement property following bad weather. Our “Wait & Load” service was essential as the narrow, pedestrian heavy streets made placing a skip impossible.
Art Studio Waste in Todmorden: Here we cleared old canvases, materials, and also furniture from a bohemian studio space, ensuring all reusable art supplies were donated locally rather than sent to landfill.
Terrace Renovation in Halifax: We removed renovation debris and old fixtures from a tall stone terrace. The steep steps required our team to carefully carry waste to the van, saving the owner from the labour of filling a skip.
We provide our full clearance services throughout Calderdale and the surrounding West Yorkshire valleys, including Halifax, Hebden Bridge, Brighouse, Elland, Sowerby Bridge, Todmorden, and also Ripponden.
1. Q: Do I need to be present during the clearance? A: No. We offer a trusted Key Holder Service and frequently work with local solicitors and estate agents. We can collect keys, complete the work, and provide you with photos or video evidence upon completion.
2. Q: Do you separate valuables/antiques? A: Yes. Our teams look out for personal photos, documents, valuables and items that appear important, so they can be set aside before disposal.
3. Q: Can you clear extremely cluttered or hoarded properties? A: Yes. Our team is experienced in hoarding clearances and approaches every job with respect and empathy. Furthermore, we work at your pace to declutter the property effectively.
4. Q: How quickly can you clear a property in Calderdale? A: We often offer same-day or next-day service. This is significantly faster than Calderdale Council’s bulky waste collection, which can be slow to book and has strict item limits. For flood-prone areas like Hebden Bridge, our quick response can be vital to preventing secondary damage.
5. Q: Do you donate items to charities in Calderdale? A: Yes. We are committed to a greener future and prioritize reuse. We also work with local charities to donate suitable furniture and household goods, ensuring as little as possible goes to the tip.
6. Q: I don’t live in Calderdale, can you clear my relative’s house? A: Yes. We specialise in helping distant families and landlords. Furthermore we can handle the entire process remotely, keeping you updated via phone and email, and issuing digital Waste Transfer Notes and invoices instantly.
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.