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Established for over 25 years & covering all areas around the North West, Greater Manchester & Yorkshire.
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Bulky waste collection in Halifax doesn’t have to be a struggle. Firstly, we specialise in removing heavy furniture, mattresses and white goods from tall stone terraces and steep valley apartments. Our professional teams handle all the difficult lifting, safely navigating tight staircases and narrow doorways so you don’t have to.
As a fully licensed Environment Agency registered carrier, we guarantee responsible disposal and divert most waste from landfill. You can rely on a service that is both efficient and environmentally responsible. We offer a much faster and easier alternative to strict council kerbside limits or skip hire. You’ll receive a firm price with no hidden fees and we always sweep up before we leave. Whether you need an urgent clearance or a scheduled pickup, our friendly local experts are ready to help.
Established for over 25 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 MoreBrighouse, Elland, Hebden Bridge, Sowerby Bridge and also Wyke.

We offer a wide selection of Waste Management Services within the Halifax 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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We cover all aspects of commercial and domestic rubbish removal including:
Read some testimonials from customers that value our services.
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Brilliant service, quick quote, clear communication, job done next when said it would be! Will use again! Thank you
Natalie B.6 November 2025 · Google review
Easy to use service from booking to collection of the mattresses. Quick responses when booking, great communication throughout. On the day, prompt collection by two very pleasant lads ( despite the sudden hailstorm!!) An excellent, efficient service at a very fair price. Thanks a lot.
Janet A.24 February 2025 · Google review
Excellent speedy service and would use again should I need any bulky rubbish removing
Andy R.19 May 2025 · Google review
We Do The Heavy Lifting
Our efficient bulky waste collection service in Halifax is your hassle-free way to clear unwanted items from your home. Firstly, we know that moving heavy sofas, fridges or wardrobes out of tall stone terraces or modern valley-side apartments can be a real struggle. You don’t need to worry about the stairs, as we collect from any room and handle all the difficult lifting for you.
We are a fully licensed Environment Agency Registered carrier (Licence CBDU409710) and a trusted family-run business with over 25 years of experience. You can rely on a safe, professional, and compliant service every time. Our uniformed teams cover the whole West Yorkshire area, delivering a fast and efficient service straight to your door. We are also Which? Trusted Traders and Trading Standards Approved Buy With Confidence members, giving you extra peace of mind.
Whether you need an urgent same-day clearance or a scheduled pickup, simply call our West Yorkshire office on 0113 450 8477 or WhatsApp a photo to 07802 860 731 for a fast, free quote.

– We Collect From Inside: Unlike kerbside-only council services, we come directly inside your property and handle all the lifting for you. We can clear items straight from your lounge, basement or even a third-floor bedroom.
– Protection & Care: Navigating the tight staircases of a Victorian villa or the narrow doors of a weavers’ cottage requires real care and experience. We use protective covers and careful handling to ensure floors, walls and lifts remain fully protected and your property stays in excellent condition.
– Fast Response Times: We offer a same-day service, making it ideal when your new sofa or fridge is arriving and you need the old item removed quickly and without delay.
– All Items Taken: We handle everything from heavy corner sofas and American-style fridge freezers to bulky bed frames and mattresses, making the entire process simple and stress-free.
| Feature | The Rubbish Removers | Calderdale Council |
|---|---|---|
| Collection Point | Any Room / Upstairs | Kerbside Only (You drag it out) |
| Speed | Same Day / 24 Hours | Booking Required / Variable Availability |
| Heavy Lifting | 2-Man Team Included | Zero Assistance |
| Item Limits | We take Multiple Items | Strict Item Limits |
What We Take
Prices start from £80 + VAT, making this option ideal for a standalone bulky item such as a fridge, sofa or heavy wardrobe. It is often cheaper and faster than arranging council collections.
This option holds around 20–30 bin bags or 2–3 cubic yards of waste. It is perfect for clearing a box room, garage corner or a small pile of household junk.
This size is roughly 6 cubic yards or around 50–60 bin bags. It is comparable to a standard 6-yard skip, but without permit fees or the inconvenience of blocking a steep driveway.
Our largest option provides 12–14 cubic yards of space or 100+ bin bags. It is ideal for large domestic clear-outs or removing multiple heavy furniture items in one visit.
Get a Free Quote: Send a photo of your pile to 07802 860 731.
Sofa Removal in Shibden:
We safely cleared a heavy recliner sofa from a tall over-and-under property using our efficient Wait & Load service. This avoided the need to place a skip on a steep gradient, keeping access safe and disruption-free.
Basement Clearance Near the Valley Floor:
We quickly removed flood-damaged bulky items from a cellar, helping the homeowner avoid the difficult and risky task of carrying wet furniture up narrow stone steps. The clearance was completed safely and efficiently.
Appliance Disposal in Sowerby Bridge:
We carefully removed a broken American fridge-freezer from a valley-side apartment. We protected wooden floors throughout the process, ensuring no damage was caused during removal.
Firstly, give us a call on 0113 450 8477, fill in our contact form or WhatsApp a photo of your item to 07802 860 731 for a fast response.
Next, our polite, uniformed two-man team arrives within a pre-agreed time window. We bring all the necessary equipment to safely navigate steep Halifax steps and tight access areas.
We carefully disconnect appliances where needed and remove your heavy items with care. Your rooms are left swept, tidy and ready to use, with no cleanup required from you.
You’ll also receive a Waste Transfer Note every time. We ensure most of your furniture is diverted from landfill through responsible recycling and disposal.
We provide local, rapid bulky waste collection across Halifax and the surrounding Calderdale districts. This includes;

No. Our professional two-man team collects from upstairs bedrooms, tricky basements and even high-rise apartments. We handle all the heavy lifting safely so you don’t need to lift a finger from start to finish.
Yes, absolutely. We have the specialist vehicles and trained team needed to safely dismantle and remove oversized, bulky items from almost any property.
Yes. We are an Upper Tier Waste Carrier (Licence CBDU409710). We fully comply with Duty of Care regulations and always provide a Waste Transfer Note as proof of responsible disposal.
No. Instead, Calderdale Council operates a strict kerbside-only service. Residents in Halifax’s tall stone terraces or homes on steep unadopted tracks often find it difficult to move heavy items outside.
Yes, certainly. We regularly work on the steep hills of Halifax where access is tight and parking is limited. Our compact, mobile vans are ideal for quick loading, especially where large skip lorries would struggle with traction or space.
Yes, you can. However, it can be challenging, especially as the site is located down a steep hill that may be difficult in poor weather. You will need to handle all the heavy lifting yourself and may also face van permit checks if hiring a vehicle.
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 as much of it as possible is recycled & diverted from landfill. All of our staff are professional, friendly and very reliable.
The Rubbish Removers have been established for over 25 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.
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