The Rubbish Removers Ltd provides fully licensed Commercial Waste Collection in Preston, offering a compliant alternative to skip hire for local businesses. From retail units on Fishergate to offices at Preston Docks, our uniformed teams handle trade waste efficiently and professionally. In particular, we specialise in “Wait & Load” services, which are ideal for navigating the city’s complex one-way systems and strict parking zones where skips are often prohibited. As a result, your waste is removed quickly without causing disruption.
As an Environment Agency Registered carrier (CBDU409710), we ensure legal disposal on every job. Furthermore, you receive instant digital Waste Transfer Notes and VAT invoices, giving you a clear and compliant audit trail. Whether you need regular collections or a one-off office clearance, our reliable service keeps your premises clutter-free. Ultimately, choose us for fast, professional waste management that keeps your business moving without disruption or delay.
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 Preston 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.
ChristineCommercial Waste Collection in Preston is a critical service for keeping your business operations running smoothly without the headache of complex logistics. At The Rubbish Removers Ltd, we provide a fully licensed, professional waste management solution tailored to the unique needs of businesses across Preston, from the bustling offices near the Docks to retail units on Fishergate. As an Environment Agency Registered carrier (licence number CBDU409710), we ensure your company meets all legal obligations while keeping your premises clutter-free.
Based in the North West, we are a family-run business with over 20 years of experience serving the region. We are proud to be a Which? Trusted Trader and a member of the Trading Standards “Buy With Confidence” scheme, guaranteeing that your trade waste is handled ethically and professionally. Understanding that time is money, we offer fast, reliable collections that don’t disrupt your trading hours. Whether you need a regular collection or a one-off clearance, you can reach our Head Office on 0161 339 7938 or simply send a photo of your waste via WhatsApp to 07802 860 731 for an instant estimate!

Managing trade waste in Preston presents specific challenges, particularly with the complex one-way systems in the city centre and strict parking enforcement around Fishergate and Winckley Square. In many cases, a standard skip is simply impossible to place due to permit restrictions and narrow access roads in areas like Plungington. However, our “Wait & Load” service eliminates these issues completely. Instead, our uniformed teams arrive in tracked vehicles, load your waste immediately and leave. As a result, there is no obstruction to public highways or business entrances.
Firstly, we provide secure WEEE recycling for old computers and IT equipment, ensuring both data security and environmental responsibility.
In addition, we offer out-of-hours collections so your business can continue operating without interruption. This is particularly useful for busy retail environments.
For ongoing needs, regular trade clients benefit from a single point of contact to manage waste streams efficiently and consistently.
Furthermore, we specialise in rapid clearances for office moves or shop refits. As a result, old fit-outs are removed quickly, allowing contractors to start work without delay.
Finally, we are a Which? Trusted Trader and a member of the Trading Standards “Buy With Confidence” scheme, guaranteeing a professional and reliable service every time.
Many businesses in Preston assume a skip is their only option, but our service offers a smarter, more cost-effective alternative.
| Feature | The Rubbish Removers | Commercial Skips |
|---|---|---|
| Access | City Centre/Loading Bay Ready – We use “Wait & Load” in tight zones. | Requires Private Land/Permit – Impossible on many Preston streets. |
| Labour | We Clear The Office – Our 2-man teams do all the heavy lifting. | Staff Must Load The Skip – Takes your team away from their work. |
| Privacy | Secure Loading (Closed Van) – Waste is removed instantly. | Open Skip (Data risk) – Confidential waste sits openly on the street. |
| Speed | Done in Hours – We arrive, load, and leave. | On Site for Days – Skips can sit for weeks, attracting fly-tippers. |
Commercial Streams We Handle – We accept a vast range of non-hazardous commercial materials, ensuring maximum landfill diversion.

We have streamlined our process to ensure your Duty of Care obligations are met with zero hassle.
1. Audit: Firstly, call us on 0161 339 7938 to arrange a quick site visit or alternatively, send a photo via WhatsApp to 07802 860 731 for a fast quote on single items.
2. Schedule: Next, we book a collection slot that suits your opening hours, while avoiding peak traffic times on the A6 or Ring Way.
3. Clearance: Then, our uniformed, professional staff arrive and clear the site efficiently. Afterwards, we sweep up the area once the waste has been removed.
4. Paperwork: Finally, you receive an instant digital Waste Transfer Note and a VAT invoice for your records, ensuring proof of legal and compliant disposal.
Our pricing is transparent and based on volume. You only pay for the space your waste fills in our van, unlike hiring a skip where you pay for fresh air if you don’t fill it.
Get a Firm Price: Send a photo of your pile to 07802 860 731 for a fast, accurate quote.

We work daily across Preston, helping local businesses stay compliant. Here are a few examples of our recent work:
– Office Clearance in Preston City Centre
For instance, we removed 20 workstations and old IT equipment from a third-floor office near Fishergate. Using the service lift along with our “Wait & Load” approach, we cleared the site efficiently without needing a parking suspension on the busy one-way system.
– Shop Refit at Preston Docks
Additionally, a retail unit at the Docks required urgent removal of shop fittings and packaging. As a result, our team removed a full van load of cardboard and shelving, allowing the fit-out team to continue work without obstruction.
– Landlord Clearance in Plungington
Finally, we cleared bulky furniture and general waste from a student property near UCLan during summer turnover. Because the narrow terraced streets made skip placement impossible, our vans navigated the area easily, ensuring a smooth and fast clearance.
We provide commercial waste collection across the entire city of Preston and also the immediate surrounding districts.
Yes. Importantly, as a registered Upper Tier Waste Carrier, we provide a digital Waste Transfer Note and a full VAT invoice immediately upon completion. As a result, this documentation supports your business’s audit trail and proves you have fulfilled your legal Duty of Care regarding waste disposal.
Yes. In addition, we offer secure WEEE disposal for all office electronics, ensuring hard drives and data-bearing devices are handled correctly. Furthermore, for general office waste, we maintain high recycling rates. If required, we can also arrange secure disposal for sensitive paper documents.
Yes. For businesses requiring ongoing collections—such as shop fitters, estate agents, or construction firms—we offer credit account terms. Moreover, you benefit from a dedicated account manager to streamline bookings and invoicing.
No. By contrast, the Tom Benson Way Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) is strictly for residential waste only. Additionally, the site operates a rigid appointment system and actively monitors for commercial vehicles. Therefore, attempting to dispose of trade waste there can result in refusal or fines. Instead, we provide a legal and convenient alternative.
In these cases, we utilise a “Wait & Load” approach. While our drivers remain with the vehicle, our two-man team loads your waste efficiently. As a result, we can use loading bays legally and operate in areas where skips are prohibited or parking is tightly controlled, such as near the Harris Museum or Preston’s main shopping district.
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.