Our Services

Commercial Waste Disposal & Recycling

Select from our range of commercial waste disposal and recycling services, get an instant quote and check-out online in minutes. Or, contact us to discuss your needs.

Our services

General Waste
For anything that can’t be recycled, always diverted from landfill
Dry Mixed Recycling
The simplest way to recycle everyday commercial waste materials like paper, card, plastics and cans together
Food Recycling
Turn commercial food waste into renewable energy with easy collections for any type of business
Cardboard Recycling
Dedicated collections for bulky packaging and boxes used in your business operations
Return and Recycle Point
A cost-effective solution for hard to recycle commercial waste
Paper Recycling
Commercial paper recycling by sack or wheelie bin collections on a regular schedule
Paper Towel Recycling
Sack collections on a regular schedule to recycle business paper towel waste
Glass Recycling
Safe and simple commercial glass collections for bottles, jars and other glass containers
Single Use Plastics
Sack service on a regular schedule for single use plastic recycling
Flexible Plastics
Sack service on a regular schedule for commercial flexible plastic recycling
Cartons
For milk alternatives and Tetra Pak cartons
Coffee Cups
Specialist commercial recycling service to keep single-use coffee cups out of general waste
Compostable Packaging
Taking your business compostable packaging and turning it into fertiliser
Printer Ink Cartridge & Toner Recycling
Re-fill and revive used printer cartridges
Cooking Oil
Turn waste business grease to bio-diesel
WEEE Recycling
Safe disposal of commercial electrical waste
Batteries Recycling
Extract valuable resources from old and used batteries
Clothes Recycling
Save clothing cast-offs and textile waste your business produces from landfill
Coat Hangers
A solution for fashion retailers that need to dispose of coat hangers sustainably
Stationery Recycling
Business stationary waste is repurposed and reused via charity donations
Fluorescent Tubes
We collect your old bulbs and fluorescent tubes and extract the materials to make a range of other products
Plastic Kegs
First Mile developed a patented method of plastic beer keg recycling to process through conventional recycling streams
Non-Clinical Sharps
Safely incinerated non-clinical sharp materials that post a danger to humans, animals and the environment
Coffee Grounds
Recycle coffee grounds into biofuels

Why choose First Mile for your business waste disposal and recycling needs?

Highly flexible, tailored waste solutions for your business.

Amazing support available 24/7/365 from our specialist commercial waste team.

We are B Corp certified, part of a global community that meets the highest standard of social and environmental impact.

Easy switch from your current business waste provider.

Commercial waste collections seven days a week or as often as you need.

Zero-to-landfill, with all non-recyclable business waste sent to generate green energy.

Reliable commercial waste disposal and recycling

No matter what kind of industry you work in, waste will be created in some shape or form. Whether it’s cardboard, paper, glass, ink cartridges or even paper towels, every company requires commercial waste disposal services to handle the business waste generated every day.

First Mile is a leading commercial waste services company that supports over 30,000 businesses across the UK. Whether you are a multi-site operator in need of commercial waste disposal and recycling or a small business requiring one off collections, First Mile can help.

Take a look at the different business waste and recycling services we offer. You can order via the website or talk to a consultant who can recommend the right option for you.

Using technology, an ultra-low emission fleet and a dedicated team of experts, we can help you boost your sustainability, keep your commercial waste disposal costs down, and provide you with waste data for your own regulatory and sustainability reporting. Check out the areas we serve to see if we’re in your neighbourhood.

Business Waste Disposal and Recycling FAQs

Do your commercial waste disposal services extend to my area?

Yes. First Mile is a fully licensed general waste removal company operating our full waste collections services in every postcode across London and the UK.

We offer commercial waste disposal and recycling services to over 30,000 businesses across the UK, collecting their waste using our ultra-low emission vehicles.

What happens to business waste after you've collected it?

First Mile is responsible for collecting and disposing of all your rubbish in a professional, secure, and environmentally friendly manner with a zero-to-landfill guarantee.

Your rubbish and recycling are taken to our award-winning Materials Recovery Facility in North London, where it is first sorted, and source separated to ensure as much waste as possible is recycled. Outside of London we also have facilities in Birmingham and work with trusted partners nationwide.

Recycling is then sent on to our specially selected partners who are responsible for recycling specific materials. Any waste that cannot be recycled is sent to generate green energy. Nothing is sent to landfill.

How soon can I start using your business waste disposal and recycling service?

As soon as you're ready! You can set up a commercial waste disposal or recycling service such as a general waste or mixed recycling collection as soon as you need online, or by getting in touch with one of our experts for a tailor-fit quote.

Browse all of our recycling, rubbish removal and waste disposal services to understand what's available to you.

Why trust First Mile with your commercial waste disposal and recycling needs?

As one of the leading waste management companies in the UK, First Mile has already helped over 30,000 businesses to reduce their carbon impact with our range of recycling services, with over 200 new businesses signing up each week.

By choosing First Mile, you’ll benefit from a low cost, reliable service, a 24/7 helpdesk, and free monthly reporting. In addition to our B-Corp certification, we adhere to the highest levels of compliance, certification and insurance to ensure your sustainability through our responsible actions.

What time do First Mile carry out commercial waste services?

We can collect at whatever time best suits your needs, and in accordance with any local time band regulations to ensure you're not at risk of receiving any fines.

Not sure what you need?

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