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Waste Collection Services in Birmingham

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Business Waste Collection in Birmingham

Our very flexible and efficient schedules mean we work around your needs, regardless of how big or small they are. And we are committed to ensuring that your waste is either recycled or repurposed, with nothing being sent to landfill.

We collect 7 days a week at a time to suit you and are fully compliant with local time bands - no contract required.

Compliance documentation included

We offer free waste transfer notes to all clients who have signed up for our Birmingham waste disposal services, so you can prove your compliance and responsible waste handling.

Additionally, all our document and data destruction services come with secure destruction certificates giving you peace of mind that your sensitive information is safely managed. 

OUR BENEFITS
Why Choose First Mile for waste collection in Birmingham
Zero to landfill promise
We help businesses reduce waste and increase recycling rates, offering 25+ recycling services. Anything that can't be recycled goes to a waste-to-energy facility where it's turned into energy to power homes.
Reliable
Business waste collections as often as you need them. Reliable, friendly drivers in ultra-low or zero emission vehicles. Council time-band compliant, 99% of collections were on time last year.
Customer Support
Our customer support team are here to help you via email, live chat or phone. Your online customer account and a handy First Mile app are also available to make orders, report issues, access invoices and more.
Service Extras
Compliance certificate, waste audits and free carbon reporting all available in your online account, where you can quickly & easily manage your waste services at the click of a button.
Birmingham Recycling FAQs
How much does commercial waste collection in Birmingham cost?

It all depends on the type of waste you need collecting and how much there is! Simply fill out the form on this page or select the service you need and enter your postcode to get a free quote from us. 

Do I have a sign a contract?

No, you don't need to sign a contract. As part of the service, we'll provide a waste transfer note but if our waste collection services don't meet your requirements, you are free to cancel anytime.  

Are you ISO certified?

We are. You can find all our waste management compliance documents on our dedicated page, including our policies, certificates, licenses and insurances.  

Why is waste management important in Birmingham?

Each year, more than 463,000 tonnes of waste is collected in Birmingham. 

Managing these vast quantities of rubbish is important for keeping our streets clean and the environment safe from pollution. 

Roughly 45% of the UK's waste gets recycled, with the majority of the rest being sent to landfill or incinerated. In Birmingham this rate is even lower at 22.1%. 
 
In landfill, the decomposing waste produces gasses, such as methane, that damage the ozone layer and contribute to global warming. 
 
By managing our waste properly and recycling more, we can lessen the damage we cause to the environment. 

Can I take commercial waste to the tip?

No. To be able to dispose of your own commercial waste, you must register as a waste carrier and potentially may need to apply for a waste permit. It’s a lot of work, which is why First Mile is here to help, ready to do it all for you!