The charges for disposal of hardcore, rubble and plasterboard are per standard hardcore and rubble bag. A sample of the standard bag is available at the sites.
| Volume | Hardcore / rubble | Plasterboard |
|---|---|---|
| Standard hardcore and rubble bag | £3.50 | £3.40 |
Charges for disposing of hardcore, rubble and plasterboard
Waste created from improvements, repairs and alterations to your home or domestic property is not household waste and we have no legal duty to accept it.
Most of this type of waste is hardcore and rubble, including breeze blocks, bricks, ceramics including sinks and toilets, concrete, marble and granite fire surrounds, flag stones, gravel, hardcore, marble and granite kitchen worktops, pottery, rubble, sand, slates, soil, stones, tarmac, tiles, window glass or plasterboard.
There are no restrictions on the amount of hardcore and rubble you can bring onto site.
Price list for hardcore, rubble and plasterboard
Hardcore, rubble and plasterboard waste that we charge for
This applies to residents and charities only. Commercial customers will be charged for all of the waste types below.
| Waste type | Derivatives | Chargeable |
|---|---|---|
| Ash | Aga / fire | No |
| Breeze blocks | Yes | |
| Bricks | Yes | |
| Ceramics | Baths | Yes |
| Bidet | Yes | |
| Plates - cooking pots, dishes etc | No | |
| Shower tray | Yes | |
| Sink / pedestal | Yes | |
| Tiles | Yes | |
| Toilet | Yes | |
| Concrete | Yes | |
| Ornaments | No | |
| Fire surrounds | Marble | Yes |
| Granite | Yes | |
| Wood | No | |
| Flagstones | Paving slabs | Yes |
| Glass | Fish / reptile tank | No |
| Furniture - shelving; table top | No | |
| Greenhouse glass | Yes | |
| Kitchenware including Pyrex | No | |
| Mirror | No | |
| Plate - window | Yes | |
| Shower screen | Yes | |
| Tiles | Yes | |
| Gravel | Yes | |
| Fish tank / litter tray | No | |
| Hardcore | Yes | |
| Kitchen worktops | Marble | Yes |
| Granite | Yes | |
| Wood | No | |
| Plasterboard | Plaster / gypsum and similar materials | Yes |
| Pottery | Cups | No |
| Drainage pipes | Yes | |
| Plant pots | No | |
| Plates | No | |
| Rubble | Yes | |
| Sand | Play pit | No |
| Sandbags | No | |
| Sharp | Yes | |
| Slates | Yes | |
| Soil | Yes | |
| Gardening / grow bags / planters | No | |
| Stones | Yes | |
| De-stoning flower beds and borders | No | |
| Tarmac | Yes | |
| Tiles | Floor / roof / wall | Yes |
| Turf | Whole lawn / 'substantial' volume | Yes |
| Edging | No |
Hardcore and rubble or plasterboard bag equivalents
This table is a guide to the number of hardcore and rubble bag equivalents for items of waste. The number of bag equivalents and charge must be agreed with a member of site staff when you visit the household waste recycling centre.
| Item | Bag equivalent |
|---|---|
| Breeze block | 1 |
| Bricks (four) | 1 |
| Concrete fence post (2.4m x 100mm x 60mm) | 2 |
| Kerb pin (1.2m long) | 3 |
| Sheet of plasterboard (2.4m x 1.2m) | 2 |
| Shower tray | 2 |
| Shower screen | 1 |
| Sink (bathroom) | 1 |
| Sink (bathroom) and pedestal | 2 |
| Sink (Belfast kitchen) | 1 |
| Sink (ceramic kitchen) | 2 |
| Toilet | 1 |
| Toilet and cistern | 2 |
| Toilet cistern | 1 |
Charges for disposing of tyres
We charge for the disposal of tyres as they are not classed as household waste.
Tyres should be placed in the designated area which will be marked with a sign. This is so they can be recycled. If any tyres are mistakenly placed in the waste for energy recovery container or any other container a charge will still be made.
Price list for tyres
| Band | Description | Price (each) |
|---|---|---|
| A | Standard tyre (car / motorcycle / 4x4) - off rim | £3.20 |
| B | Standard tyre (car / motorcycle / 4x4) - on rim | £3.20 |
| C | Truck - off rim | £12.10 |
| D | Truck - on rim | £14.80 |
| E | Agricultural - off rim | £20.10 |
| F | Agricultural - on rim | £26.80 |
| G | Solid | £14.80 |
Tyres that we charge for
This applies to residents and charities only. Commercial customers will be charged for all of the waste types below.
| Tyre type | Chargeable |
|---|---|
| Car | Yes |
| Bicycle | No |
| 4x4 vehicle | Yes |
| Motorcycle | Yes |
| Van | Yes |
| Wheelbarrow | No |
| Go-kart (motorised) | No |
| Caravan | Yes |
| Mobility scooter | No |
| Trailer | Yes |
| Children's toys | No |
| Pram / pushchair | No |
| Shopping trolley | No |
| Golf trolley | No |
| Wheelchair | No |
| Lawnmower | No |
| Truck | Yes |
| Agricultural | Yes |
| Earth mover | Yes |
How to pay for the disposal of this type of waste
On arrival you will need to agree, with a member of staff, the volume of hardcore, rubble and plasterboard or tyres you have. This will set how much you have to pay. Do not empty your car until payment has been made. Only credit or debit cards payments are accepted. No cash or cheques will be accepted.
Frequently asked questions
What will I be charged for?
The charging applies to hardcore and rubble wastes, including breeze blocks, bricks, ceramics - for example sinks and toilets - concrete, marble and granite fire surrounds, flag stones, gravel, hardcore, marble and granite kitchen worktops, pottery, rubble, sand, slates, soil, stones, tarmac, tiles, window glass and so on, plasterboard and tyres.
If you dispose of hardcore, rubble, plasterboard and / or tyres at the same time as other waste from your home - household waste - you will only be charged for the part that is hardcore, rubble, plasterboard and / or tyres.
How do I pay?
All payments must be made via debit or credit card. No cash or cheques will be accepted.
Does everyone have to pay to dispose of these items?
Yes. Householders, businesses and charities all have to pay to dispose of these items.
Charities and businesses must be registered as a waste carrier and get a waste carrier's licence. You must show your licence to the site staff on arrival and complete the paperwork. This is a legal requirement. For more information visit registering as a waste carrier. Failure to provide a copy of the waste carrier's licence will result in you being turned away.
Householders do not need to register and will have no paperwork to complete.
What happens if I cannot pay?
If you are unable to pay, for example you have left your debit / credit card at home, you can either phone a family member or friend so they can make the payment for you over the phone, or you will be asked to leave the site and return later with a means of payment. You will not be allowed to dispose of any chargeable materials unless you can pay. You will be allowed to dispose of any household waste free of charge.
What if I do not want to pay?
If you do not want to pay, you will be unable to dispose of your waste at the household waste recycling centre. You will need to use another option such as hiring a skip or taking the waste to a private waste management company.
Is there any dispensation / exemption for the elderly, those on low income or those with disabilities?
No, everyone has to pay the charges. The costs have been kept to a minimum.
Will site staff weigh my waste on site?
No. Site staff will have a pictorial guide and this will help them assess each load of chargeable waste. They have received full training to help them do this.
How should I deliver my waste?
You should deliver your waste in something that you can lift to the opening of the appropriate container and empty your waste from. Please do not shovel waste into any container.
What if I have several loads - do I have to pay every time?
If you have more than one load you will have to pay each visit.
What will you do if I leave my waste outside the site and refuse to pay?
By leaving the waste outside the site you are fly tipping. This is against the law and can carry a fine of up to £50,000. Most sites have CCTV and site staff are instructed to gather evidence of anyone fly tipping for possible prosecution.
Where can I find out more about commercial waste disposal?
More information is available on the commercial waste page.
Is asbestos included in the charges?
No, the charging only applies to hardcore, rubble and plasterboard.
Regarding turf, what is considered edging?
Edging would be defined as the tidying up of the borders of your lawn to maintain its usual appearance. This waste is free of charge. If you were to dig up your lawn for example to construct a patio, build a pond or undertake landscaping which generates soils, this would be charged for.
How are panes of glass categorised for charges?
If you had a pane of glass from a picture frame this would not be charged for. However, a pane of glass from a window, including greenhouse glass, would be chargeable. This is because the window pane is part of the fabric of the house and therefore classed as construction and demolition waste, not household waste.