Acceptable Waste Policy

Premier Junk Limited
Last updated: 12/01/2026

1. Purpose of This Policy

This Acceptable Waste Policy explains what waste Premier Junk Limited can and cannot collect, and what requires prior agreement. It helps ensure safe handling, legal compliance, and transparent pricing.

2. Waste We Commonly Accept

We typically collect the following non-hazardous waste:

Household Waste

• Furniture
• Mattresses (additional charges may apply)
• Appliances (subject to refrigerant checks)
• General household rubbish
• Cardboard and packaging

Garden Waste

• Green waste
• Branches and hedge trimmings
• Soil (subject to volume and weight limits)

Commercial & Construction Waste

• Office furniture
• Shop and warehouse clear-outs
• Timber and wood waste
• Rubble and bricks (limited quantities)
• Plasterboard (subject to separate disposal rules)

3. Waste That Requires Prior Agreement

The following items must be disclosed in advance and may incur additional charges:

• Paint tins (empty or containing residue)
• Oils, fuels or solvents
• Fluorescent tubes
• Car batteries
• Gas bottles or cylinders
• White goods containing refrigerants
• Loose or mixed plasterboard
• Heavy or dense materials (soil, rubble, tiles)

Failure to declare these items may result in revised pricing or refusal of collection.

4. Prohibited Waste (We Do Not Collect)

We do not collect the following items under any circumstances:

• Asbestos or asbestos-containing materials
• Clinical, medical or biological waste
• Hazardous chemicals not approved in advance
• Explosives, ammunition or fireworks
• Radioactive materials
• Pressurised containers not approved for disposal
• Liquid waste (unless agreed in writing)

If prohibited waste is found, we may refuse collection and charge a wasted-journey or attendance fee.

5. Safety & Packaging Requirements

• Sharp items must be securely wrapped
• Glass must be boxed or contained
• Liquids must not be placed in waste unless approved
• Waste must be accessible and safe to handle

Unsafe or improperly prepared waste may result in delays or additional charges.

6. Skip Bag Rules

• Skip Bags are for non-hazardous waste only
• Bags must not be overfilled or exceed safe lifting limits
• Bags must remain accessible for collection
• Contaminated or overloaded bags may not be collected

7. Legal Compliance

All waste collected is processed in accordance with UK waste regulations.
Premier Junk Limited is a licensed waste carrier and disposes of waste at authorised facilities.

8. Refusal of Service

We reserve the right to refuse collection where:

• Waste poses a health or safety risk
• Waste is prohibited or undisclosed
• Access conditions are unsafe
• Waste exceeds agreed limits

Charges may still apply in line with our Terms & Conditions.

9. Contact Us

If you are unsure whether we can collect a specific item, please contact us before booking:

Email: hello@premierjunk.co.uk

End of Acceptable Waste Policy