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Established for over 25 years & covering all areas around the North West, Greater Manchester & Yorkshire.
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The Rubbish Removers Ltd offers expert fridge removal in Wigan, providing a hassle free alternative to council collections. However, unlike curb side services, our uniformed two man teams safely remove heavy American-style fridge freezers and chest units directly from your kitchen or cellar. We also navigate the tight terraced streets of Ince and narrow lanes of Standish daily, ensuring your property is protected during extraction.
Fully licensed by the Environment Agency (CBDU409710) and Trading Standards approved, we guarantee 100% legal disposal and degassing of hazardous refrigerants. Also, with same day slots often available, we help you avoid long waits at the Kirkless tip. So trust our family run business for fast, compliant white goods disposal that saves your back and keeps your home safe and clutter-free.
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 MoreAbram, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Aspull, Astley, Atherton, Bamfurlong, Bickershaw, Billinge, Golborne, Golborne Dale, Goose Green, Haigh, Hindley, Hindley Green, Hindley Industrial Estate, Hope Carr, Ince, Landside, Lane Industrial Estate, Leigh, Leigh Sports Village, Low Common, Lowton, Martland Park, Miry, Moss Industrial Estate, Newtown, Orrell, Pemberton, Platt Bridge, Shevington, South Lancashire Industrial Estate, Standish, Standish Lower Ground, Swinley, Tyldesley, Wigan, Winstanley and also Worsley Mesnes.

We offer a wide selection of Waste Management Services within the Wigan 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:
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Tony T.15 November 2024 · Google review
Excellent service once again. Fast, efficient and a great price. Highly recommend.
Elaine F.22 October 2025 · Google review
Excellent service. Within 24 hours of booking my old fridge/freezer was collected by Wez & Jimbo. Could not ask for better service. 👍
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Providing professional Fridge Removal in Wigan, The Rubbish Removers Ltd is your local, licensed solution for disposing of heavy white goods without the headache. Also moving a bulky American-style fridge freezer or a heavy chest freezer is physically demanding, especially when navigating the narrow back doors of Ince’s red-brick terraces or the tight hallways of cottages in Standish. As a fully licensed waste carrier (CBDU409710), we take the weight off your shoulders, ensuring your old appliance is removed safely and legally.

We are also a family run business with over 25 years of experience serving Wigan and the wider Greater Manchester area. However, unlike hiring a van and struggling to get a permit for the Kirkless tip, our uniformed two man teams handle everything for you. We are also proud Which? Trusted Traders and members of the Trading Standards “Buy With Confidence” scheme, meaning you can trust us to enter your home and work with care. So for a fast, free quote, you can call our North West office on 0161 339 7938 or send a photo of your fridge to 07802 860 731.
Attempting to move a fridge yourself often leads to scratched floors, damaged walls, or a bad back. Here is why Wigan residents choose us over a DIY trip to the tip:
We Collect From Inside: Wigan Council’s bulky collection service is strictly curb side, meaning you have to drag the appliance out yourself. However, we collect directly from your kitchen, utility room, or garage.
Protection & Care: Our teams are trained to manoeuvre heavy items through tight spaces. We also protect your doorframes and flooring, which is vital when removing large units from properties with restricted access.
Same-Day Service Available: If your new fridge is arriving today, you cannot wait weeks for a collection slot. We therefore act as an emergency service for waste, often providing same day or next day removal.
Specialist Handling: We take all types of refrigeration units, including heavy American-style fridge freezers, commercial chillers, and integrated units that require careful extraction.

Many customers initially look to the council but find the logistics unsuitable for heavy appliances.
| Feature | The Rubbish Removers | Wigan Council |
|---|---|---|
| Collection Point | Any Room / Kitchen (We do the lifting) | Curbside Only (You must drag it out) |
| Speed | Same Day / 24 Hours | Subject to Availability (Often weeks wait) |
| Heavy Lifting | 2-Man Team Included | Zero Assistance |
| Item Limits | Multiple Items Accepted | Strict Item Limits |
| Disconnecting | We can disconnect (if safe) | Must be disconnected prior |
We handle every type of domestic and commercial refrigeration unit, ensuring they are disposed of in accordance with WEEE Recycling regulations.

American-Style Fridge Freezers: Large, double door units that are too heavy for one person.
Chest Freezers: Often found in garages or cellars, these can be awkward to lift.
Under-Counter Units: Standard fridges, freezers, and larder fridges.
Integrated Appliances: We can remove built in units once they have been unfastened from the cabinetry.
Commercial Fridges: Display chillers and large catering fridges from local businesses.
With our service, you do not need to worry about skip permits or paying for wasted space. You only pay for the item we remove.

Single Item Load: Ideal for a standalone removal, such as a single tall fridge or chest freezer. This service is also cheaper and faster than hiring a skip and saves you the hassle of applying for a van permit at the local recycling centre.
Quarter Van Load: Equivalent to roughly 20-30 bin bags. So perfect if you are clearing out a utility room and have a fridge plus some old shelving or boxes to go.
Half Van Load: Comparable to a small builders’ skip. Suitable if you are ripping out a full kitchen in a terraced property and need the old appliances, cabinets, and tiles gone in one go.
Get a Firm Price: Send a photo of your fridge to 07802 860 731 for an instant quote.
We are in the Wigan area daily. Also, here are a few examples of how we help locals overcome specific logistical hurdles:
A customer in a classic “back to back” terrace needed a heavy chest freezer removed from a cellar. However, the narrow back streets made skip access impossible. Our team parked nearby and manually carried the unit up and out safely.
We collected a large double door fridge from a semi-rural property. The customer could not transport it to the tip due to its height. So we used our vehicle’s tail lift to load it effortlessly.
A resident was renovating their kitchen and had an integrated fridge and old cabinetry to remove. We provided a “Wait & Load” service to clear the driveway immediately, also avoiding the need for a skip permit on the busy road.
We make the process simple and compliant, ensuring hazardous gases are handled correctly.
1. Get a Quote: Give us a ring on 0161 339 7938 or WhatsApp a photo of your appliance to 07802 860 731.
2. We Arrive: Our uniformed two man team arrives in a specific time slot. We also give you a quick call when we are on the way so you aren’t waiting around.
3. We Remove: We carefully disconnect (if it is a simple plug) and manoeuvre the fridge out of your property.
4. Recycling: We transport your fridge to a licensed transfer station, where we de-gas and process it safely—diverting hazardous materials from landfill.
We cover the entire Wigan borough and immediate surrounding districts. Our local crews know the roads well, from the busy town center to the outlying villages.
Q: Do I need to get the fridge to the ground floor? A: No. Our professional team handles the lifting from anywhere in the house, including basements or upstairs apartments. We are experienced in navigating stairs safely.
Q: Is your disposal legal? A: Absolutely. We’re an Environment Agency registered waste carrier (Licence CBDU409710). We take all refrigeration units to authorised facilities for proper degassing and recycling, and we issue a Waste Transfer Note for your records.
Q: Does Wigan Council collect from inside my house? No. You must present all items at the curb side, as the council requires. In many of Wigan’s terraced properties, leaving a fridge on the pavement can obstruct pedestrians and attract fly-tipping. We solve this by collecting from inside
Q: Can I take my own fridge to the Kirkless tip? A: You can, but be aware that Kirkless (Ince) is notoriously busy and often has long queues. If you plan to use a van or a trailer, you must apply for a permit in advance. If you borrow a van without a permit, you may be turned away. We save you this time and hassle.
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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