We provide a rapid, fully licensed Garden Clearance service across Rochdale, offering a hassle-free alternative to skip hire. Whether you need to remove overgrown vegetation in Milnrow or clear a pile of soil and rubble from a terraced property in the town centre, our uniformed teams handle all the heavy lifting and loading. Unlike skips, which can be difficult to place on Rochdale’s narrow streets or require expensive council permits, our "Wait & Load" service is fast, legal and leaves your driveway broom-clean.
We are a Which? Trusted Trader committed to diverting 95% of green waste from landfill. From rotting sheds to heavy landscaping debris, we ensure compliant disposal with instant Waste Transfer Notes and same-day collection availability.
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.
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Find Out MoreWe offer a wide selection of Waste Management Services within the Rochdale 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.
ChristineProviding professional Garden Clearance in Rochdale is our speciality, helping homeowners and landlords reclaim their outdoor spaces without the hassle of hiring a skip. We are The Rubbish Removers Ltd, a fully licensed family-run business (Waste Carrier Licence CBDU409710) who are also dedicated to diverting 95% of waste from landfill while offering a rapid, reliable service across the borough.
Therefore, whether you need to remove old decking in Milnrow or clear overgrown vegetation in a terraced property near the town centre, our uniformed teams handle all the heavy lifting and loading. Moreover, as a Which? Trusted Trader and Trading Standards “Buy With Confidence” member, we guarantee legal disposal and peace of mind; simply call our head office on 0161 339 7938. Additionally, you can WhatsApp us on 07802 860 731 for an instant quote.

We also know that managing garden waste in Rochdale can be a logistical nightmare. Between the high-density “terraced grids” where parking is at a premium and the narrow rural lanes of Littleborough, placing a skip is often impossible or strictly prohibited by the council. However, our Man and Van Clearance service solves these issues instantly.
• Skip Hire Alternative: Skips in Rochdale often require expensive permits and can also cause friction with neighbours if you block parking spaces in terraced streets. Therefore, we offer a “Wait & Load” service, meaning we arrive, load your waste immediately and leave.
• We Sweep Up: Unlike a grab lorry that might leave a mess on your drive, our two-man teams come prepared with brooms and shovels. Therefore, we ensure your patio, driveway or alleyway is left broom-clean after the clearance.
• Emergency Speed: If your brown bin is overflowing or you have been let down by another company, we act fast. We also act as an “Emergency Service” for waste, with same-day collection slots often available.
• 100% Green Waste Recycled: We are also committed to the environment. Therefore, all green waste, branches, turf and bagged soil is taken to licensed transfer stations to be turned into compost or biomass fuel.
| Feature | The Rubbish Removers | Skip Hire |
|---|---|---|
| Labour | We Load Everything (You point, we lift) | You Do All The Work (Heavy lifting required) |
| Permits | No Permit Needed (Wait & Load service) | £30-£50 Permit Fee (Required for roads) |
| Driveway | Safe (Rubber tyred vehicles) | Scratches/Cracks Paving (Steel skips damage drives) |
| Speed | Gone in 60 Mins (Immediate removal) | Stuck on drive for weeks (Attracts fly-tipping) |

Our teams are also equipped to handle all types of garden and exterior waste, including heavy items that the council refuses.
– General Garden Waste: Bagged green waste, loose branches, hedge trimmings and also leaves.
– Hard Landscaping: Inert waste (bagged soil/rubble), old patio flags, bricks as well as concrete.
– Timber & Structures: Rotten fencing, decking and also railway sleepers.
– Sheds & Greenhouses: We provide full dismantling as well as removal of rotten sheds (wood, felt and glass included).
– Fly-Tipping Clearance: Removal of waste dumped in back alleys or on private land.
1. Get a Quote: Give us a call or fill in our contact form. You can also WhatsApp a photo of the pile to 07802 860 731 for a fast estimate.
2. Clearance: Our uniformed team arrives in Rochdale within a specific time slot. We also bring the necessary tools to clear the waste, whether it is a muddy corner of the garden or a pile of rubble on the drive.
3. Sweep Up: Once the bulk of the waste is loaded, we also sweep the area clean, ensuring no mud or debris is left on your path or the public pavement.
4. Disposal: You receive a digital Waste Transfer Note (WTN) instantly via email. Therefore, this proves that the waste has been handled legally and responsibly.
Moreover, we operate on a transparent volume and weight basis. Therefore, unlike a skip where you pay for “fresh air” if you don’t fill it, with us, you only pay for the space your waste occupies in our vehicle.

Prices start from £80+VAT. In short, this is ideal for a dismantled shed (6×4) or a small garden tidy-up.
Roughly 20-30 bin bags/2-3 cubic yards. Therfore, this is perfect for clearing out a corner of the garden or a small pile of leftover paving slabs.
Roughly 6 cubic yards. In other words, this is comparable to a standard builders skip (6-yarder) but without the permit fees or blocked driveway.
12-14 cubic yards/100+ bin bags. A large capacity equivalent to roughly 2 standard 8-yard skips. Ideal for large garden overhauls or landscaping projects.
Get a Firm Price: Send a photo of your pile to 07802 860 731.
• Farm Waste Clearance in Littleborough: We navigated the narrow rural lanes to access a farmhouse property, removing old fencing and barn waste. Moreover, our agile vans can reach areas where HGV skip wagons simply couldn’t fit.
• Fly-Tipping Clearance in Rochdale Town Centre: We cleared a pile of dumped household junk and mattresses from a back alley in a terraced grid area. Therefore, our “Wait & Load” service meant we didn’t need to suspend parking bays or block the narrow road.
• Garden Renovation in Milnrow: A customer had demolished an old stone wall and needed the rubble gone. Moreover, we manually loaded the heavy stone and bagged soil, saving the homeowner from breaking their back moving it to a skip.
We also cover the entire borough of Rochdale and the immediate surrounding districts, ensuring local crews who know the roads are always nearby.
Q: Do you take bags of soil, rubble and bricks?
A: Yes. We handle heavy inert waste that many other carriers refuse. Pricing for heavy dense waste like bagged soil and rubble is based on weight allowance, but we do all the work for you.
Q: Do you dismantle sheds or garden structures?
A: Yes. We offer a full dismantling and removal service. Whether it is a rotten wooden shed or a rusted greenhouse, we have the tools to take it down safely and remove every piece, including the glass and felt.
Q: Will you clean up the mess afterwards?
A: Absolutely. We pride ourselves on leaving your property tidy. Our teams sweep the driveway, patio or alleyway after loading, ensuring we leave the space cleaner than we found it.
Q: Do I need a skip permit for Rochdale?
A: Only if you hire a skip that sits on the public highway. Rochdale’s terraced streets often make this difficult and costly. Therefore, our service uses “Wait & Load,” meaning we are never parked long enough to require a permit, saving you money and hassle.
Q: Will Rochdale Council take my DIY/Garden waste?
A: It can be difficult. Rochdale Council has a strict “closed lid policy” and charges for bulky items. Furthermore, the local tip at Chichester Street often has long waiting times and requires permits for twin-axle trailers. We take everything in one go, usually within 24 hours.
Q: Can you collect from properties with difficult access in Rochdale?
A: Yes. Our drivers are local and experienced with the unique logistics of the area, from the steep rural lanes around Hollingworth Lake to the tight back streets of the town centre. Our vehicles are designed to access areas that large skip lorries cannot.
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.