Alternative bulky waste collection options
Before booking a bulky collection think of these alternative ways of reusing or recycling your unwanted items.
The most environmentally friendly and often the quickest way is to donate them to a charity for reuse.
Reuse Electrical Collections operated by Dove House - free of charge
You can now donate items such as large domestic appliances, fridges, and freezers for reuse if they are still working and in good condition. Plus, you can have them collected for free by Dove House.
Remember the appliances must be in good condition and in working order so they can be reused by someone else.
Some of the electrical appliances that Dove House will collect are -
- washing machines
- tumble driers
- dishwashers
- microwaves
- cookers
- single and double ovens
- fridges
- freezers
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You can also contact Dove House directly regarding other items of furniture that you want to donate to the charity. They will often arrange to pick up these items from your property.
Recycling Centre
You can also recycle or donate unwanted items for reuse at your local Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC).
Ask your retailer
When buying a new product remember to check if your retailer has a recycling scheme in place. Many will take your old item away when they deliver to your home or will let you drop off items instore.
Sell it or give it away
If the item is in working order you may be able to give it away or sell it.
To sell or give away your items try -
Bulky collection
If none of the alternative methods listed are appropriate to reuse or recycle your item you can use our bulky collection service.
This service is only available to customers within the Hull City boundary.
Annual free collection
Households are eligible for one free bulky item collection of up to 5 single items in a 12-month period.
You are unable to book a bulky item collection for a resident who has vacated the property. The resident needs to be living at the property and paying council tax to receive a free bulky item collection.
Additional charges
If you need to dispose of more than 5 single items in a 12-month period an extra collection will be required. There is a minimum charge of £5.
Some bulky items are not included with a free collection and incur an extra charge. DIY items remain chargeable for all collections.