Two free bulky waste collections a year for every Wandsworth household
Published: Friday, February 7, 2025
Every household in Wandsworth now gets two free bulky waste collections a year, saving families £47 each, in an ambitious new move to achieve cleaner streets across the borough.
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This has been paired with a commitment to retain weekly waste and recycling collections, alongside expanding much-loved Mega Skip Days, without adding a penny to your Council Tax.
The bulky waste collection service offers home collections for larger items such as mattresses, furniture and appliances like washing machines, fridges and freezers. Each free collection can be for up to four items.
Judi Gasser, Cabinet Member for Environment, said: “We know cleaner streets are a big priority for residents. Our new bulky waste offer is part of our promise to deliver the best possible service we can.
“As part of our Cleaner Borough Plan, we also promise to keep weekly waste and recycling collections and expand our popular Mega Skip Days which now take place twice a month. All of this without adding a penny to your Council Tax.
“It has never been easier to dispose of your waste. Please make the most of these free collections and secure your slot today.”
This announcement was made alongside our new 7 rings, 7 days guarantee.
The new 7 rings guarantee means calls to our dedicated 020 8871 6000 number will be answered by a member of staff within 7 rings. A new email address of hello@wandsworth.gov.uk is also available for residents to get in touch.
We recognise that good customer service must be paired with swift action to resolve the issues raised. If a resident reports graffiti, a broken street sign, or a dangerous pothole, it will be fixed within 7 days. This is to ensure everyone can have pride in their neighbourhood.
Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council, said: “The 7 rings, 7 days guarantee is here to make it easier to contact us and to give assurance that if you report graffiti, a dangerous pothole or broken street sign, we will take swift action to fix it.
“We’re taking care of the things that matter to you, so that together we can keep Wandsworth special.”
Bulky waste is collected in each area on the same day as your usual rubbish and recycling collection days. With over four times the number of appointments available daily, you should not need to wait longer than a week for your free bulky waste collection.