Choosing the Right Waste Types and Bin Combination?
Why do we ask what waste types you have? Firstly we need to match the size bin that best suits your needs and secondly to ensure that once you fill the skip, we can lift it back onto a truck and transport it safely.
Once this consideration has been made, we then look at various waste types and what opportunities and locations we can dispose of certain waste types. Sometimes this may result in an opportunity to offer a discount on some waste types.
We have put together the information below to help you to choose the right bin for your rubbish removal needs however if you still need more information feel free to ring us for free friendly advice on 3821 3200 or contact us by email.
Get a Quote – then Book Online.
You can obtain a price/quote for each waste & bin combination on the ‘Online Booking Form‘. If you’re happy with the quote then click ‘Proceed with Booking’ to complete the booking process.
Flexible Pricing for different Waste Types
We also offer flexible pricing depending on your location; the size bin you require, the type of waste and the weight of waste you need to be disposed of. Call us for a price tailored to your requirements on (07) 3821 3200.
Prohibited Waste Types
What we Transport
- Whilst we may not generally transport some waste types we may still be able to provide a solution or advice.
- Unsure? Please phone (07) 3821 3200
General Waste
Suitable for General light waste – no heavy materials such as bricks, dirt, concrete or other waste items that due to the amount or volume will exceed the weight allowance, i.e. artificial turf, rubber, carpets etc.
Includes LIGHT waste from the following sources
- Domestic Household Waste (including white goods and electronics)
- Business & Commercial Waste (light)
- Institutional, Commercial & Industrial Waste (C&I) (light)
- Landscape & Gardening Green Waste (light)
- Building, Construction & Demolition Waste (C&D) (light)
Loads Can Be
- Up to 250 kg per cubic metre
- Light waste items from the above sources
- Household items – such as white goods (fridges, washing machines, Electronics, appliances, furniture, chairs, tables, couches etc.). Household items like clothes, toys, cardboard, paper, kitchenware etc.
- Light green waste like shrubs, grass clippings, twigs etc.
- Commercial Waste (Light) such as office furniture, stationery etc.
- Light Building and Construction Waste that does not exceed 250 kg per cubic metre
What you CANNOT put in the Bin
- Prohibited Waste Types
- Heavy waste types – concrete, bricks, pavers, sand, soil, clay, rocks, gravel, stones, tiles etc.
- Large amounts of other waste items that due to the quantity or volume exceed the weight allowance, i.e. artificial turf, rubber, carpets etc.
- Turf or grass cut off
- Tree branches over 50mm diameter
- Rootballs
Read more about how Heavy Materials impact the weight of bins
Loads that do not comply are classed as Mixed Waste – Additional charges may apply
Bins available in these sizes:
- 2m³ Handybin
3m³ Handybin
4m³ Handybin
5m³ Handybin
6m³ Handybin
7m³ Handybin
8m³ Handybin
9m³ Handybin - 12m³ Big Bin
15m³ Big Bin
20m³ Big Bin
25m³ Big Bin
30m³ Big Bin
Green Waste
Strictly suitable for green waste & organic garden waste, i.e. trees, branches, leaves, grass clippings, wood, wood chips and bark & other organic, recyclable garden material.
Loads Can Be
- Green Waste – only
- Light green waste like shrubs, grass and garden clippings, twigs etc.
- Small branches, leaves and palm fronds etc.
- Woodchip and bark with NO soil attached
- Materials must be as near to natural state as possible
What you CANNOT put in the Bin
- Prohibited Waste Types
- Any other Waste Types
- Turf cut off
- Grass with soil attached
- Rootballs
- Tree trunks or branches over 100mm diameter
- This waste type should not exceed 200kg per cubic metre.
Please contact our office for information on root balls and large tree trucks or bulk loads of timber.
Loads that do not comply are classed as Mixed Waste – Additional charges may apply
Bins available in these sizes:
- 2m³ Handybin
3m³ Handybin
4m³ Handybin
5m³ Handybin
6m³ Handybin
7m³ Handybin
8m³ Handybin
9m³ Handybin - 12m³ Big Bin
15m³ Big Bin
20m³ Big Bin
25m³ Big Bin
30m³ Big Bin
Timber Waste
STRICTLY suitable for timber in as near to natural or end of life state i.e. tree branches up to 100mm without leaves, old fencing, decking etc.
- Timber – only
- Pallets, old fencing, decking
- Tree trunks or branches up to 100mm diameter (without foliage)
What you CANNOT put in the Bin
- Prohibited Waste Types
- Any other Waste Types
- Timber products such as – doors, kitchen cabinets, MDF board, Masonite, plywood and items that have other materials attached etc.
- Pallets with other materials attached
- Painted or treated timber
Please contact our office for information on root balls and large tree trucks or bulk loads of timber.
Loads that do not comply will be classed as Mixed Waste – Additional charges may apply
Bins available in these sizes:
- 2m³ Handybin
3m³ Handybin
4m³ Handybin
5m³ Handybin
6m³ Handybin
7m³ Handybin
8m³ Handybin
9m³ Handybin - 12m³ Big Bin
15m³ Big Bin
20m³ Big Bin
25m³ Big Bin
30m³ Big Bin
Mixed Waste (Medium Weight)
Suitable for a mixture of General Waste, Green Waste, Timber and some Heavy Materials such as concrete, bricks, pavers, soil, clay, rocks, stones, tiles etc.
Loads Can Be
- Up to 400 kg per cubic metre
- A mixture of General Waste, Green Waste & Timber and Heavy Waste Materials
- More LIGHT waste than HEAVY waste – as a guide 1/3 of the bin capacity of heavy materials.
- Up to but less than 400 kg per cubic metre, i.e. 4m bin (< 1.6-tonne allowance)
What you CANNOT put in the Bin
- Prohibited Waste Types
- Loads that contain a large number of waste types that have no recyclable value, i.e. artificial turf, polystyrene
- More than the allowance of Heavy Materials (additional charges may apply)
For this waste type, bin weight limits are calculated in the pricing of bins. For loads that exceed the allowance, an additional disposal fee will be charged. This amount per tonne will vary depending on the nearest disposal option.
Overall weight limits apply on some bin sizes – Refer ‘Guidelines for Heavy Materials’ & FAQ 23
* Generally not suitable but check with our office
Bins available in these sizes:
2m³ Handybin
3m³ Handybin
4m³ Handybin
5m³ Handybin
6m³ Handybin
7m³ Handybin
8m³ Handybin
9m³ Handybin
12m³ Big Bin
15m³ Big Bin
20m³ Big Bin
25m³ Big Bin
30m³ Big Bin
(limits apply on the larger bins)
Mixed Waste (Heavy Weight)
Suitable for a mixture of General Waste, Green Waste, Timber and Heavy Materials such as concrete, bricks, pavers, soil, clay, rocks, stones, tiles etc.
Loads Can Be
- A mixture of General Waste, Green Waste & Timber and Heavy Waste Materials
- More HEAVY waste than LIGHT waste
- Up to 1 tonne per cubic metre i.e. 4m bin – 4 tonne allowance
What you CANNOT put in the Bin
- Prohibited Waste Types
- Loads that contain a large amount of waste types that have no recyclable value i.e. artifical turf, polystyrene
- More than the allowance of Heavy Materials (additional charges may apply)
For this waste type bin weight limits are calculated in the pricing of bins. For loads that exceed the allowance an additional disposal fee will be charged. This amount per tonne will vary depending on the nearest disposal option.
Overall weight limits apply on some bin sizes – Refer ‘Guidelines for Heavy Materials’ & FAQ 23
Bins available in these sizes:
2m³ Handybin
3m³ Handybin
4m³ Handybin
5m³ Handybin
6m³ Handybin
12m³ Big Bin
(9m³ limit applies)
Concrete/Bricks
These loads consist of concrete & bricks, separated or mixed.
STRICTLY – 100% Clean and separated materials suitable for recycling without sorting.
Loads Can Be
- 100% clean concrete
- Up to 1.4 tonnes per cubic metre
- Brick, concrete and reinforcing steel with only incidental dirt
- Concrete & Concrete Products i.e. pavers, bricks, roof tiles (can be mixed)
- Mixed Concrete & Bricks
- Clay Bricks, Clay Pavers & Clay Products i.e. Terracotta Roof Tiles (can be mixed)
- Up to 1 tonne per cubic metre
What you CANNOT put in the Bin
- Prohibited Waste Types
- Concrete Dust from Grinding
- Unsuitable materials include asphalt, dirt, gravel, plastic, grass, green waste, wood, glass and any other form of contaminates
- Ceramic Tiles
- Any other rubbish
Loads that do not comply will be classed as Dirty Concrete or Mixed Heavy Waste – Additional disposal charges will apply depending on the classification by the disposal site. If you unsure call us on 38213200
Weight limits apply on some bin sizes – Refer ‘Guidelines for Heavy Materials’ & FAQ 23
Bins available in these sizes:
2m³ Handybin
3m³ Handybin
4m³ Handybin
5m³ Handybin
6m³ Handybin
12m³ Big Bin
(10m³ limit applies
for heavy materials)
Clean Fill
These loads consist of soil, dirt etc. Suitable fill includes dry clean earthen material, normally soils, clays or gravels and must be trafficable.
STRICTLY – 100% Clean and separated materials that is trafficable once spread.
Loads Can Be
- Soils, Dirt, Sand & DRY lose clay materials – only
- Up to 1.4 tonnes per cubic metre
What you CANNOT put in the Bin
- Prohibited Waste Types
- Turf/Grass Cut Off
- Stones, rocks etc.
- Unsuitable fill includes asphalt, plastic, green waste, wood, glass and any other form of contaminants.
- Any other rubbish (INERT FILL)
Inert Fill
Generally, any soils that are contaminated with any other waste type. Mixes of clay, silts, sands, asphalt & gravels and up to a maximum of 50% of brick and concrete (and 10% of grass, green waste and wood with only 1% of other man-made waste. This material must be dry enough to be trafficable when spread. A higher rate will apply to INERT loads.
Loads that do not comply will be classed as Mixed Heavy Waste – Additional disposal charges will apply at $140 per tonne. If you need more information or help call us on 3821 3200
Weight limits apply on some bin sizes – Refer ‘Guidelines for Heavy Materials’ & FAQ 23
Bins available in these sizes:
2m³ Handybin
3m³ Handybin
4m³ Handybin
5m³ Handybin
6m³ Handybin
12m³ Big Bin
(10m³ limit applies
for heavy materials)
Recyclable Materials
These loads consist of 100% sorted and separated recyclable products such as steel, paper, cardboard, plastics and other separated recyclable waste streams.
These waste streams are quoted on a case by case basis when we obtain an Enquiry
STRICTLY: 100% Clean and separated materials suitable for recycling without sorting.
Loads Can Be
- 100% recyclable materials where a receiving company or site is identified (a lower disposal fee or rebate may be available)
What you CANNOT put in the Bin
- Prohibited Waste Types
- Any other waste types or co-mingled loads
Loads that do not comply will be classed as Mixed Waste – Additional disposal charges will apply at $140 per tonne
Weight limits apply on some bin sizes – Refer ‘Guidelines for Heavy Materials’ & FAQ 23
Bins available in these sizes:
- 2m³ Handybin
3m³ Handybin
4m³ Handybin
5m³ Handybin
6m³ Handybin
7m³ Handybin
8m³ Handybin
9m³ Handybin - 12m³ Big Bin
15m³ Big Bin
20m³ Big Bin
25m³ Big Bin
30m³ Big Bin
Regulated Waste
Handybin – Big Bins ‘do not transport regulated wastes‘ i.e. asbestos, tyres, wet paints and liquids (includes drums containing liquids) etc. Some waste types are restricted or semi-regulated in relation to how they are to be handled or disposed of i.e. carpet and old lino which may contain chemical dyes and/or asbestos. Other types such as asbestos sheeting such as super six roof sheeting and old fibro cement sheeting are a ‘regulated waste’ and must be handled and disposed of in a specified manner and at an approved disposal facility. If you need to dispose of Asbestos type waste and you need more information you can visit the Queensland Government Asbestos Information Website for more information.
Phone our office if you are unsure or need any advice in relation to these types of waste. If we are unable to help you we will refer you to your local council or the EPA who may be able to provide you with more information. You can read more information on Regulated Waste.
Fire Ants
Movement Controls apply to restricted items soil (includes fill, clay, overburden, scrapings, topsoil, decomposed granite (deco), potting media and any other material from the ground), mulch, manure, bark, hay, pot plants, potting media, turf, sleepers/logs, gravels, poultry litter.
For more information read FAQ 12
For more information you can visit the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries website.
Understanding different Waste Streams – Waste Reduction & Recycling
In addition to this the environment is important to us so our company objective is to achieve a reduction of waste that ends up in landfill by implementing a Recycling, resource reduction and recovery program. Understanding different types of waste allows us to focus on the redirection of waste away from landfill to alternative uses. Since there are so many ways to reduce, reuse and recycle waste, only a small amount of waste needs to end up as landfill. We believe waste disposal should be the last option. We achieve this by managing the types of waste handled in our bins.