BDC offer a Special Collection service for large items of
household waste.
In wheeled bin collection areas, large items are those that do not
or cannot be fitted into the grey wheeled bin.
In black sack collection areas, large items are those that weigh
more that 25kgs or cannot fit into a black sack.
In all areas, all electrical items now have to be collected as
hazardous waste. For more information please click
here.
For more information on what items can be taken away on
collection services see below...
How long will I have to wait?
Because large items of furniture, etc can be an eyesore or an
obstruction when left in gardens. A special collection route
system is in place to tell exactly what day items will be
collected.
How can I request a special collection?
Call the Council on 01376 552525. Leave address collection
details and information on the items to be collected.
How much does it cost?
The cost is dependant on the amount of waste that is
collected.
- Up to 6 individual items £23.50
- Over 6 up to 12 items £47.00
- No more than 12 items can be collected
50% discount for people on income related benefit. (proof will
be required)
N.B.Cheques must be sent before collection.
How to dispose of items that cannot be collected on the
service?
All items mentioned in the document above (except for tyres,
asbestos and clinical waste) can be removed if a skip is hired.
Full details of prices/collection dates/how to pay or to book a
collection please contact our Customer Service Centre on 01376
552525 or via e-mail to -
csc@braintree.gov.uk