Types of Waste We Take
Understanding the different types of waste is essential for responsible disposal and recycling. From household rubbish and garden waste to bulky items like furniture or appliances, each type requires specific handling to minimise environmental impact. At Movix Rubbish Removals, we specialise in collecting and managing all kinds of waste efficiently, ensuring eco-friendly solutions tailored to your needs. Let us help you keep your space clean and green!
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We provide flexible and multiple collections, handling up to 7.5 tonnes of demolition waste per pick-up.
Our professional team is available to manage your demolition waste at a time that suits you, including early mornings or late nights.
At Movix Rubbish Removals, we can issue Waste Transfer Notes to support your zero-to-landfill goals, ensuring your waste is managed responsibly with up to 99% being recycled.
We handle all types of demolition waste, including hardcore, doors, windows, and general site rubbish.
If you need additional manpower to clear your site, our experienced team is ready to assist. Simply contact our office with your requirements.
We guarantee quality service at competitive prices and can even help reduce costs on your current waste management contracts. Give us a call to find out how we can help.
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Managing plastic waste responsibly is essential for protecting the environment and conserving valuable resources. At Movix, we specialise in efficient and eco-friendly plastic waste removal, helping both homes and businesses dispose of unwanted plastics with minimal environmental impact.
Types of Plastic Waste We Handle
Movix is equipped to manage a wide variety of plastic waste, ensuring proper disposal and recycling. Here are some of the common items we handle:
Moulding Trash: Discarded plastic moulds and offcuts from manufacturing processes.
Ductile Bags: Flexible plastic bags, including shopping bags and industrial-grade sacks.
Sheets of Plastic: Large plastic sheeting used for packaging or construction.
Resilient Caps: Durable plastic caps and lids.
Plastic Bottles & Tops: Beverage bottles, detergent containers, and their tops.
Rubber Hangers: Plastic-coated or rubberised hangers from homes and retail stores.
Polyethylene Pallets: Recyclable plastic pallets commonly used in logistics.
Pliable Pots: Lightweight plastic pots for plants or household use.
Pliable Dispensers: Flexible plastic dispensers for soap, shampoo, or cleaning products.
LDPE Debris: Low-Density Polyethylene waste, such as plastic wraps and liners.
HDPE Debris: High-Density Polyethylene waste, including milk jugs and sturdy containers.
Why Choose Movix?
By partnering with Movix, you can rest assured that your plastic waste will be handled responsibly, with a focus on recycling and reducing landfill contributions. Let’s work together for a cleaner, greener environment!
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At Movix, we make scrap metal removal easy, efficient, and environmentally friendly. Whether you’re clearing out your home, upgrading appliances, or managing waste from a renovation, our expert team ensures that unwanted metal items are collected and disposed of responsibly.
What We Collect
We handle a wide range of metal items, including but not limited to:
Laundry Equipment: Washing machines, dryers, and other appliances.
Barbecue Equipment: Grills and related accessories.
Bed Frames: Metal bed frames of all sizes.
Bikes: Old or broken bicycles.
Cookware: Pots, pans, and other metal kitchen items.
Alloy Wheels: Spare or damaged wheels.
Domestic Tanks: Water or heating tanks made of metal.
Cable: Metal wiring and cable scraps.
Blower Dryers: Hairdryers and similar small appliances.
Sinks: Metal kitchen or bathroom sinks.
Copper Piping: Used or excess copper pipes.
Gardening Tools: Shovels, rakes, and other metal gardening tools.
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WEEE stands for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, a category of waste that is subject to strict disposal regulations in the UK since 2013. This includes a wide range of items that require specialist disposal and recycling.
At Movix, we handle the safe removal and disposal of all types of electrical waste, which can be divided into several categories:
Large Domestic Appliances: Washing machines, dishwashers, cookers, microwaves, refrigerators, and freezers.
Small Domestic Appliances: Irons, toasters, clocks, vacuum cleaners, and similar items.
Lighting Equipment: High-intensity discharge lamps, fluorescent tubes (both straight and compact).
Electrical Tools: Power tools like saws, drills, electric lawnmowers, and sewing machines.
Toys & Leisure Equipment: Items like game consoles, electric trains, and running machines.
IT & Telecommunications Equipment: Laptops, desktops, phones, calculators, and copiers.
Consumer Electronics: Stereos, radios, TVs, video cameras, musical instruments, and batteries.
Automatic Dispensers: Including money dispensers and hot drink machines.
Monitoring & Control Equipment: Thermostats, heating regulators, smoke detectors.
Medical Devices: Analysers, medical freezers, cardiology equipment, and dialysis machines (non-infected).
If you have any of these items that need to be removed, we’re here to help. Trust Movix for responsible disposal and recycling of electrical waste, ensuring minimal environmental impact and compliance with all regulations.
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Liquid Waste Disposal
At Movix, we offer comprehensive liquid waste disposal services, handling both hazardous and non-hazardous waste with the utmost care. We manage a wide range of liquid waste, ensuring safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible disposal. Here’s a breakdown of the types of liquid waste we accept:
Landfill Leachate: Produced when rainwater seeps through waste at landfills, this liquid can contain ammonia and traces of heavy metals. We handle and safely dispose of landfill leachate at our treatment facilities.
Animal and Dairy Waste: Residues from animal remains and expired dairy products, as well as the effluent produced during the cleaning of farming equipment, can be processed at our specialised treatment centres.
Domestic Liquid Waste: We handle waste from cesspools, chemical toilets, and septic tanks, ensuring proper disposal of waste generated from various household activities.
Industrial Waste: Industrial operations often generate hazardous liquids, such as solvents, paints, biofertilisers, and process waste. We have the expertise to manage and dispose of these substances safely.
Hygiene Waste: Drain water produced by commercial cleaning operations may contain soaps, cosmetics, and cleaning agents. These substances are complex to treat but are handled efficiently at our facilities.
Movix is committed to managing liquid waste responsibly and in accordance with environmental regulations, ensuring safe disposal and recycling wherever possible.
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Industrial Rubbish Removal Services
At Movix, we offer comprehensive industrial rubbish removal for businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re dealing with large-scale projects or smaller tasks, our professional team is equipped to handle it all efficiently and responsibly.
Our services include:
Stripping and Demolition: We can assist with stripping-out jobs, including removing suspended ceilings, stud walls, and lifting heavy machinery.
Workshop and Facility Clearances: From emptying self-storage units to clearing entire workshops and shops, we ensure a smooth and thorough clean-up.
Machinery Removal: We specialise in the safe and efficient removal of industrial machinery.
General Rubbish Removal: Our team can take away shelving, office furniture, partitions, workbenches, electrical goods, wood, metals, and more.
Hazardous and Liquid Waste: We also handle liquid waste, including ink and hazardous materials, with eco-friendly disposal (subject to an eco charge).
Movix aims to recycle up to 99% of the waste we collect, ensuring responsible disposal and minimal environmental impact.
Our flexible services are cost-effective, and we can offer same-day, early, and late pickups. Whether you need a quick removal or multiple collections, we tailor our services to meet your needs. With a fleet of Luton vans, grab lorries, and skips, we provide a solution for every requirement.
For a quick, reliable, and affordable quote, contact our friendly office team today!
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White Goods Removal
At Movix, we offer convenient and eco-friendly removal and recycling services for white goods and electrical items in London. Whether it's large appliances like microwaves, fridges, dishwashers, washing machines, or smaller electrical devices such as irons, blenders, or vacuum cleaners, we handle it all.
How Our Service Works:
Contact Us: Request a free quote by filling out the form on our website, sending an email, or calling us directly.
Get a Quote: Send us a photo or a description of the items you want to remove, and we'll provide a quote.
Make an Appointment: Choose a convenient time and date. If you contact us before 10 a.m., we may even be able to schedule same-day removal.
Removal: Our professional team will arrive at your location, collect the items, and load them onto our van—hassle-free.
Recycling: We transport all collected items to a nearby recycling facility, ensuring they are disposed of responsibly and sustainably.
With Movix, it's easy to get rid of your old appliances and electronics. Simply let us know what needs to go, and we'll take care of the rest, from collection to recycling. You can trust us to handle your waste responsibly, ensuring that your unwanted items are not sent to landfill but are recycled for reuse.
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Waste Oil Collection
Having a waste oil collection service can save your company money, benefit the environment, and provide peace of mind by ensuring compliance with all relevant waste oil disposal standards.
Under UK law, hazardous waste must be stored and disposed of safely and correctly. Movix offers a professional waste oil collection service, catering to businesses across London, ensuring that waste oils are handled in accordance with all legal requirements.
What Types of Oils Do We Collect?
Diesel and Gas Oil
Used Cooking Oil
Lubricating Oil
Medium and Light Fuel Oils
Electrical Insulation Oil
Kerosene
Gearbox Oil
Cooking Oil
Waste Cooking Oil
Waste Engine Oil
As London’s leading oil waste disposal specialists, we are committed to responsible recycling, with up to 99% of your waste being recycled whenever possible. Let us help your business maintain its environmental credentials while safely managing waste oil disposal.
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Waste Cooking Oil Collection Service
Disposing of waste cooking oil correctly is essential to protect the environment and avoid legal issues. Pouring leftover oil down the drain or throwing it away with general waste can cause blockages, foul odours, and harm to the local ecosystem. Improper disposal can also result in legal consequences.
At Movix, we provide a reliable and fast cooking oil collection service for businesses of all sizes, from restaurants and hotels to hospitals, schools, and more. We ensure your used cooking oil is stored in sealed containers and collected by licensed professionals who transport it to authorised facilities for recovery or disposal.
We collect all vegetable cooking oils and some animal fats, including beef drippings. However, we cannot process fat from floor grease traps, but this can be collected with food waste for energy generation. Please note, we do not accept motor or engine oils.
Ensure your waste cooking oil is disposed of responsibly with our trusted collection service—helping your business stay eco-friendly and compliant with regulations.
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Disposing of unwanted paint properly is essential to maintain a safe and environmentally responsible site. At Movix, we offer quick, efficient, and compliant paint removal services. Our expert team ensures all paint is removed and disposed of according to the Environmental Protection Act 1990, guaranteeing responsible handling of this potentially hazardous waste.
How it Works:
Order Your Clearance: Contact us for a no-obligation quote at a time that works for you. We offer flexible scheduling, including same-day collections and multiple pickups if needed.
We Collect Your Waste: Our professional team arrives to safely remove the paint and any other related waste from your site.
Waste Transfer: The collected waste is transported to a nearby authorised transfer station for safe disposal and recycling.
Whether you're managing a construction site, redecorating, or handling excess paint from a business, Movix is here to help you dispose of paint responsibly, keeping your site clean, safe, and compliant with regulations.
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Disposing of plasterboard can be tricky, especially since it has been prohibited from going to landfill since 2007. At Movix, we specialise in the responsible recycling and disposal of plasterboard, ensuring it is processed in compliance with regulations. Our experienced team will handle all the sorting and removal, making the process quick, efficient, and hassle-free.
How it Works:
Order Your Clearance: Simply contact us to request a no-obligation quote, and we'll schedule a time that suits you. We offer flexible scheduling, including same-day pickups and multiple collections if needed.
We Collect Your Waste: Our expert team will safely remove plasterboard from your site, ensuring all materials are properly sorted and handled.
Waste Transfer: The collected plasterboard is taken to an authorised recycling facility, where it is processed in line with environmental standards.
At Movix, we make plasterboard disposal easy and cost-effective. Whether you are working on a construction project, a renovation, or managing waste from a commercial property, we take the responsibility off your hands so you can stay focused on your work. Call today for a quick and competitive quote.
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Wood waste is a common byproduct of activities such as logging, branch pruning, construction, demolition, and timber processing. It includes uprooted and non-uprooted tree stumps, discarded trees, and materials from industries like furniture production, sawmills, pulp and paper mills, plywood mills, and particleboard mills.
Much of this waste originates from urban areas, where there is significant development and timber processing. As cities grow and industries expand, the amount of wood waste continues to increase.
At Movix, we are committed to the responsible disposal and recycling of wood waste. Over the years, many companies have embraced sustainable practices by properly disposing of and reusing wood waste whenever possible. Our team is fully licensed, insured, and compliant with industry regulations, including CSCS, PPE, Waste Transfer Notes (WTNs), and other required documents. We are happy to provide copies of these upon request.
We offer a commercial waste collection service that works with large construction companies, as well as businesses from various industries that produce timber and pallet waste. Whether you're in construction, manufacturing, or any other industry that generates wood waste, we can help clear your site quickly, efficiently, and responsibly. Contact us for a reliable, eco-friendly solution for your wood waste disposal needs.
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Hazardous Waste Disposal
Hazardous waste includes a wide range of materials that can pose a risk to both human health and the environment. This includes items such as acids, solvents, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, pressurised cylinders, oils, adhesives, liquid waste, and even low-level radioactive materials.
Due to the potential harm these substances can cause, hazardous waste requires special handling and disposal. The management of hazardous waste, including collection, recycling, and disposal, is governed by strict regulations such as the Hazardous Waste Regulations of 2005.
To ensure safe removal and recycling of hazardous waste from homes or offices, we use the latest equipment and procedures. Waste is classified as 'hazardous' when it contains substances or has properties that can harm health or the environment. Not all waste is hazardous, but when it is, it is usually because it is toxic, reactive, ignitable, corrosive, infectious, or radioactive.
Examples of hazardous waste include:
Adhesives
Asbestos
Paints & Solvents
Lead & Pharmaceuticals
Used oils & shop towels
Dental waste & Batteries
Inks & Fertilisers
Aerosol sprays & Antifreeze
Automotive products & Cadmium
Cleaners & Electronics
Fiberglass & Mercury
Metal finishing & Poisons
Thinners & Treated wood
Motor oil & Syringes
Fluorescent bulbs & Brake fluid
Equipment with ozone-depleting chemicals (e.g. refrigerators)
Electrical components like CRTs (e.g. monitors and TVs)
Energy-saving light bulbs and fluorescent tubes
As London’s leading hazardous waste disposal specialists, we ensure that up to 99% of your waste is recycled where possible, in line with our commitment to the environment.
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At Movix, we make home renovation clean-ups quick and easy. Whether you're renovating your kitchen, bathroom, or extending your home, we provide reliable, cost-effective waste removal solutions to keep your project on track.
Our services cover a wide range of materials including:
Old furniture
Hardcore and rubble
Metals
Windows and doors
Paving slabs
Fences and sheds
General renovation debris
We handle it all with flexibility, offering same-day or scheduled pickups to suit your timeline. Let us clear the clutter so you can focus on bringing your vision to life.
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Hygiene Waste Removal
Hygiene waste refers to rubbish generated from toilets, showers, sinks used for cleaning or food preparation, and washing machines used to clean dishes and utensils. This waste can come from various places, such as homes, hotels, restaurants, schools, campsites, and other commercial or industrial facilities, as long as it isn't mixed with industrial waste.
This type of waste is not typically hazardous but can be unpleasant due to its appearance and smell. It is classified as "offensive/hygiene waste" and should be handled with care to reduce any health risks.
In the UK, hygiene waste disposal is strictly regulated to ensure it is collected and disposed of safely. The waste should be managed according to the level of risk it poses to human health.
Types of Hygiene Waste:
Human and animal waste
Stoma and catheter bags
Urinary pads
Nasal secretions
Sputum and vomit
Soiled bedding (from non-infectious sources)
Urine
Non-medical waste (e.g. tattoo or piercing waste)
Nappies and condoms
Single-use medical and veterinary supplies
First-aid plasters
Animal hygiene waste
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At Movix, we offer quick and efficient cardboard waste collection, recycling 100% of the paper waste we collect. In the UK, 12.5 million tonnes of cardboard and paper are consumed annually, making it a significant waste material for businesses. While cardboard waste is often unavoidable for many companies, its disposal doesn’t have to be.
Cardboard is a valuable recyclable material, and most of it can be recycled up to five times before it is shredded and repurposed as animal bedding. By recycling all the cardboard waste we collect, we ensure that it doesn’t end up in landfills. Large volumes of commercial cardboard waste can quickly take up valuable space in your warehouse or yard, but with our professional collection and recycling services, we help businesses manage this waste efficiently.
Why Recycle Cardboard?
Burning cardboard waste is not an eco-friendly option, as it releases harmful gases and pollutants into the air. Many local regulations prohibit the burning of such materials, making recycling the best choice. Cardboard is easy to store, pack, and recycle, offering significant environmental benefits, reducing waste, and ensuring compliance with waste disposal regulations.
Let Movix take care of your cardboard recycling needs, and enjoy the benefits of a cleaner environment, reduced operational costs, and enhanced business reputation.
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Food waste is not only a humanitarian issue but also a significant environmental problem. Discarding food wastes the energy and water used in its production, transport, and packaging. Moreover, as food decomposes, it releases methane, a greenhouse gas more harmful than carbon dioxide.
Examples of food waste from restaurants include:
Raw or cooked meats and fish, including bones and skin
Raw or cooked fruits and vegetables
Dairy products (excluding liquids)
Eggs (including shells)
Pastries, cakes, and bread
Beans, rice, and pasta
Leftover food from plates
Coffee grounds and tea bags
Grass clippings, vegetable scraps, fruit peelings, and weeds
Decomposing leaves, wood chips, twigs, and fireplace ash
Shredded newspaper, cardboard, and paper (which are recyclable)
Out-of-date or moldy food
Cheese and other dairy products
However, some waste should be kept separate and cannot be recycled, including non-food items like diapers, oils, liquid fats, packaging materials, and liquids like milk that may leak during transport and cause spills.