You can request your first uplift online but further requests must be made by phoning our customer contact centre on 0303 123 1020.
Do local councils collect old mattresses?
Most, if not all, local councils offer a bulky waste collection and disposal service, which includes beds and mattresses.
What can you take to the tip South Lanarkshire?
We have six main household waste and recycling centres where you can recycle glass, paper, textiles, oil, car batteries and cans.
Does North Lanarkshire Council do free uplifts?
We can remove a maximum of 10 items or 20 bags of rubbish. A £35 charge is payable when you call to book this service.
How do I contact South Lanarkshire Council?
You can also make your complaint in person, by phoning our Customer Services Centre on 0303 123 1015, or in writing to Freepost RSGJ-EYAE-EFBC, South Lanarkshire Council, 45 John Street, Blantyre, Glasgow G72 0JG (you do not need a stamp).
How can I get rid of my mattress for free?
Consider these options:
- Take the mattress to a recycling centre.
- Donate the mattress to charity.
- Hire a mattress removal service.
- Contact your local council.
- Buy a new mattress that comes with a disposal service.
Can you take a mattress to the tip UK?
Although you can’t easily throw away your mattress, your local recycling centre will most likely take it off your hands. However, do a little research in advance. Your local council’s gov.uk website will list your nearest recycling centres and what materials they do or don’t accept.
Can I take a bed to the local tip?
Take your mattress to the local tip
If you have a vehicle large enough to transport your mattress, you can take the mattress to the tip. However, it may just end up as a landfill, so you may prefer to pay up and let the council collect the mattress, or you might wish to take the mattress to a recycling centre.
Can you take quilts and pillows to the tip?
Aside from the take back scheme below, duvets and pillows are generally not recyclable and should be disposed of in the waste bin or at a Recycling Centre. However, some animal charities may be able to use these items for bedding – check locally.
Are the dumps open in South Lanarkshire?
Our Household waste and recycling centres remain open at this time. Please comply with the physical distancing measures in place and do not visit if you have symptoms of Covid-19 or are self-isolating.
Does South Lanarkshire Council buy back scheme?
Since voting to pursue this course of action in January 2012, South Lanarkshire have bought back 28 former council homes at a cost of £1,486,325. And four different house builders have become actively involved in the scheme.
How many uplifts are free in South Lanarkshire?
You should read How to prepare your special uplift before putting it out for collection. We can uplift a maximum of 20 items at a time. Please do not place your bulky items out any earlier than the day before your scheduled collection date as this may be reported as an incidence of fly tipping.
What is classed as special waste?
Examples of hazardous/special waste
chemicals, eg brake fluid and printer toner. electrical equipment with potentially harmful components such as cathode ray tubes – eg computer monitors and televisions. fluorescent light tubes and energy-saving light bulbs. vehicle batteries and other lead-acid batteries.
What is the largest town in South Lanarkshire?
East Kilbride
South Lanarkshire
| South Lanarkshire Scots: Sooth Lanrikshire Scottish Gaelic: Siorrachd Lannraig a Deas | |
|---|---|
| ISO 3166 code | GB-SLK |
| Largest town | East Kilbride |
| Largest urban area | Hamilton, South Lanarkshire |
| Website | www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk |
Can I cut down a tree in my garden South Lanarkshire?
Trees – arboriculture and preservation orders
If you live in a conservation area, you will need to give your local planning office six weeks’ notice before you intend to prune or fell trees. There is no charge for a tree preservation order.
What does South Lanarkshire Council do?
identifying and taking action on local issues such as planning and licensing applications. organising community events. liaising with the public authorities and other agencies about local services.
How do you get rid of a mattress for free near me?
Depending on the condition of the mattress and where you live, you may be able to donate it, recycle it or even have it picked up.
Local charities and shelters
- Goodwill Industries.
- Salvation Army.
- Habitat for Humanity.
- Furniture Bank Association.
- Donation Town.
- GreenDrop.
- PickUpPlease.
- The Arc.
Can you put a mattress in a skip?
Because they need to be disposed of differently from most general waste, you’ll find most skip hire providers will not accept mattresses, or may charge you extra to dispose of them as a separate item.
Do companies take your old mattress?
Many mattress retailers will take away your old mattress if you buy your new one from them. Some charge and a few offer the service for free.
How can I get rid of my old mattress for free UK?
Here are a few charities that accept mattress donations:
British Red Cross – In certain regions, free pick-up is offered, so it is always best to check with your local store. Emmaus – There are 29 Emmaus centres around the UK, all of which provide free collection, so it’s worth checking if there’s one near you.
Do charities take mattresses UK?
Here are a few charities that accept old mattresses here in the UK. British Heart Foundation – They can come and collect your mattress from you for free, and it will be sold in a second-hand store.