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The best waste companies in Leeds
Leeds has some of the most reviewed rubbish removal firms in the country, and a council that gives every household one free bulky waste collection a year. This page brings our five Leeds rankings together, so you can choose the right firm, or the free council option, for the job in hand.
Number 1 in Leeds / by service
| Service | Number 1 | Our score | Full ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skip hire | Aireborough Skip HireYeadon, North West Leeds | Leeds skip hire top 5 | |
| House clearance | The Waste TeamLeeds | Leeds house clearance top 5 | |
| Junk clearance | Leeds Junk & Rubbish RemovalLeeds | Leeds junk clearance top 5 | |
| Office clearance | Clearance and Clean UpCity West Business Park, Leeds | Leeds office clearance top 5 | |
| Garage clearance | Leeds Junk & Rubbish RemovalLeeds | Leeds garage clearance top 5 |
Scores are out of 10 and use a separate weighting for each service. Checked 3 November 2026.
Best skip hire in Leeds
Aireborough Skip Hire ranks first for skip hire in Leeds. The standout skip firm in Leeds.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aireborough Skip HireYeadon, North West Leeds | 4.9 (103) | |
| 2 | Bill Dyson Skip HireYeadon, North West Leeds | 4.6 (285) | |
| 3 | Skelton SkipsCross Green, East Leeds | 4.4 (43) |
Also in our top 5: Ramsey Skip Hire and Forge Skip Hire.
See the full Leeds skip hire top 5Best house clearance in Leeds
The Waste Team ranks first for house clearance in Leeds. A perfect 5.0 from 762 Google reviews is the strongest record in Leeds.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Waste TeamLeeds | 5.0 (762) | |
| 2 | Orange ClearanceLeeds | 5.0 (63) | |
| 3 | Clearance and Clean UpLeeds team (head office Deepcar, Sheffield) | 4.9 (150) |
Also in our top 5: Ted's Waste Services and Emmaus Leeds.
See the full Leeds house clearance top 5Best junk clearance in Leeds
Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal ranks first for junk clearance in Leeds. 4.9 from more than 1,300 Google reviews, a published carrier number and the clearest price list we have seen in any city, including VAT and stairs charges.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leeds Junk & Rubbish RemovalLeeds | 4.9 (1,316) | |
| 2 | Clearance and Clean UpLeeds team (head office Deepcar, Sheffield) | 4.9 (150) | |
| 3 | The Waste TeamLeeds | 5.0 (762) |
Also in our top 5: Ted's Waste Services and Orange Clearance.
See the full Leeds junk clearance top 5Best office clearance in Leeds
Clearance and Clean Up ranks first for office clearance in Leeds. The most complete commercial offer in Leeds: a published waste licence and hazardous waste licence, CHAS accreditation, DBS checked staff, WEEE compliance certificates and office clearances from a single room to multiple floors.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clearance and Clean UpCity West Business Park, Leeds | 4.9 (150) | |
| 2 | Leeds Junk & Rubbish RemovalLeeds | 4.9 (1,316) | |
| 3 | The Waste TeamLeeds | 5.0 (762) |
Also in our top 5: Orange Clearance and Office Clearance Team.
See the full Leeds office clearance top 5Best garage clearance in Leeds
Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal ranks first for garage clearance in Leeds. By far the most reviewed firm in Leeds, with garage clearance as a listed service, the clearest published prices in the city, a published carrier number and membership of the council's accredited waste carrier scheme.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leeds Junk & Rubbish RemovalLeeds | 4.9 (1,316) | |
| 2 | Clearance and Clean UpCity West Business Park, Leeds | 4.9 (150) | |
| 3 | The Waste TeamLeeds | 5.0 (762) |
Also in our top 5: Ted's Waste Services and Orange Clearance.
See the full Leeds garage clearance top 5Ranked for more than one service / Leeds
These Leeds firms made our top 5 in more than one category. Ranking well across different jobs is a good sign of a consistent, well run business, but always check the full entry for the service you need.
- Clearance and Clean Up: 3rd for house clearance, 2nd for junk clearance, 1st for office clearance, 2nd for garage clearance
- Orange Clearance: 2nd for house clearance, 5th for junk clearance, 4th for office clearance, 5th for garage clearance
- The Waste Team: 1st for house clearance, 3rd for junk clearance, 3rd for office clearance, 3rd for garage clearance
- Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal: 1st for junk clearance, 2nd for office clearance, 1st for garage clearance
- Ted's Waste Services: 4th for house clearance, 4th for junk clearance, 4th for garage clearance
What it costs in Leeds
Published prices from the firms in our Leeds rankings, plus the council skip permit fee. Most firms quote individually, so always get at least two written prices that include VAT.
- Skip hire
- Aireborough, Skelton and Forge all offer online booking with prices shown once you enter your postcode. More
- House clearance
- Clearance and Clean Up publishes a volume-based price guide online. Others quote after a visit or from photos. More
- Junk clearance
- Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal publishes full prices including VAT: single items from £45, a three-seat sofa £105, and loads from £65 (about 10 bags) to £450 (about 80 bags). More
- Office clearance
- None of our Leeds top 5 publish office clearance prices. Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal publishes domestic prices only. More
- Garage clearance
- Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal publishes prices including VAT: single items from £45 and loads from £65 (about 10 bags) to £450 (about 80 bags). More
- Skip permit
- No fee is published; the council confirms the licence fee once an application is received.
Council bulky waste and charity options in Leeds
Leeds City Council gives each household one free collection of up to five items per financial year, then charges £30 per collection. Emmaus Leeds offers a free 'cherry pick' collection of reusable furniture and a paid full clearance. See the details.
Skip permits: Leeds City Council. Applications must come from a skip company registered with Leeds City Council, by email. Applications received before 9am on a weekday are usually reviewed the same day. Permit details.
Which service do you need?
- Skip hire: renovations, garden overhauls and heavy waste such as rubble and soil, where you load it yourself over several days.
- House clearance: emptying a whole property after a bereavement, a sale or a move, often with reuse and donation of furniture.
- Junk clearance: a few bulky items or a room of rubbish, collected quickly with the team doing the lifting.
- Office clearance: commercial furniture, IT and confidential waste, with the paperwork your business needs.
- Garage clearance: garages, sheds and lock-ups, including tools, bikes and awkward items.
- Only a few items? Check the council option above first, as it is often the cheapest.
Hiring a waste company in Leeds
Leeds City Council runs an accredited waste carrier scheme, and only registered skip companies can apply for a skip licence. Several of our Leeds firms cover Bradford, Wakefield and the rest of West Yorkshire as well.
Whoever you choose, you have a legal duty of care for your waste. Ask for the firm's waste carrier number and check it on the Environment Agency public register, get a written price, and ask for a receipt or waste transfer note that names the company. If your waste is fly-tipped by an unlicensed collector, you can be fined.
Waste removal in Leeds / FAQs
How much does waste removal cost in Leeds?
It depends on the service and the volume. For rubbish collections: Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal publishes full prices including VAT: single items from £45, a three-seat sofa £105, and loads from £65 (about 10 bags) to £450 (about 80 bags). For skips: Aireborough, Skelton and Forge all offer online booking with prices shown once you enter your postcode. See each ranking for more detail.
Can I get rubbish removed for free in Leeds?
Leeds City Council gives each household one free collection of up to five items per financial year, then charges £30 per collection. Emmaus Leeds offers a free 'cherry pick' collection of reusable furniture and a paid full clearance. Household waste recycling centres are also free for residents taking their own household waste.
Do I need a permit for a skip in Leeds?
Only if the skip goes on the road or pavement. No fee is published; the council confirms the licence fee once an application is received. Applications must come from a skip company registered with Leeds City Council, by email. Applications received before 9am on a weekday are usually reviewed the same day.
How do I check that a waste company is licensed?
Ask for its waste carrier registration number and search for it on the Environment Agency public register. A genuine firm will give you the number straight away and provide a receipt or waste transfer note for your waste.
Who is the best waste company in Leeds?
It depends on the job. Our number 1s in Leeds are Aireborough Skip Hire for skip hire, The Waste Team for house clearance, Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal for junk clearance, Clearance and Clean Up for office clearance and Leeds Junk & Rubbish Removal for garage clearance. Clearance and Clean Up, Orange Clearance and The Waste Team each appear in 4 of our Leeds rankings, more than any other firms.
Useful guides for Leeds
How Much Does Rubbish Removal Cost in the UK?
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How Can I Get Rid of Household Rubbish for Free?
Free ways to get rid of household rubbish in the UK, from recycling centres to council allowances, charities and take-back.
Do I Need a Permit to Put a Skip on the Road?
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How Do I Check a Company's Waste Carrier Licence?
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