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The best waste companies in Manchester
Greater Manchester covers ten boroughs, and many of its best waste firms are based just outside the city centre in Stockport, Tameside, Salford and Trafford. This page brings our five Manchester rankings together, so you can see the leading firms for every type of job at a glance.
Number 1 in Manchester / by service
| Service | Number 1 | Our score | Full ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skip hire | Sheridan SkipsNewton Heath, North Manchester | Manchester skip hire top 5 | |
| House clearance | The Rubbish RemoversDukinfield, Tameside | Manchester house clearance top 5 | |
| Junk clearance | The Rubbish RemoversDukinfield, Tameside | Manchester junk clearance top 5 | |
| Office clearance | WasteXpressNorthern Quarter, Manchester | Manchester office clearance top 5 | |
| Garage clearance | The Rubbish RemoversDukinfield, Tameside | Manchester 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 Manchester
Sheridan Skips ranks first for skip hire in Manchester. Family-run with its own recycling facility in north Manchester, Sheridan combines strong reviews (4.7 from more than 230 on Google and 4.4 from 170 on Trustpilot) with the clearest pricing in the city.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sheridan SkipsNewton Heath, North Manchester | 4.7 (232) | |
| 2 | Kenny Waste ManagementLittle Hulton, Salford | 4.4 (415) | |
| 3 | J Dickinson & SonsBlackrod, Bolton | 4.6 (311) |
Also in our top 5: Salford Skips and Cheadle Skip Hire.
See the full Manchester skip hire top 5Best house clearance in Manchester
The Rubbish Removers ranks first for house clearance in Manchester. One of the largest review records of any clearance firm in our UK research, 4.9 from 933 Google reviews, plus 5.0 from 49 Which? Trusted Traders reviews.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Rubbish RemoversDukinfield, Tameside | 4.9 (933) | |
| 2 | Cheadle House ClearancesStockport | 5.0 (124) | |
| 3 | WasteXpressNorthern Quarter, Manchester | 5.0 (242) |
Also in our top 5: Stockport House Clearances and Grace Clearance Services.
See the full Manchester house clearance top 5Best junk clearance in Manchester
The Rubbish Removers ranks first for junk clearance in Manchester. 4.9 from 933 Google reviews, Which? Trusted Trader status (5.0 from 49) and a published carrier number.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Rubbish RemoversDukinfield, Tameside | 4.9 (933) | |
| 2 | WasteXpressNorthern Quarter, Manchester | 5.0 (242) | |
| 3 | Same Day Rubbish RemovalsBredbury, Stockport | 5.0 (1,200) |
Also in our top 5: Salvage Savers and RHM Waste Removal.
See the full Manchester junk clearance top 5Best office clearance in Manchester
WasteXpress ranks first for office clearance in Manchester. A city centre firm with a dedicated office clearance service, a published carrier number, £5 million public liability cover and 5.0 from 242 Google reviews, several of them from office clearances.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WasteXpressNorthern Quarter, Manchester | 5.0 (242) | |
| 2 | The Rubbish RemoversDukinfield, Tameside | 4.9 (933) | |
| 3 | Restore DatashredTrafford Park, Greater Manchester | Not found |
Also in our top 5: Stockport House Clearances and ORS UK.
See the full Manchester office clearance top 5Best garage clearance in Manchester
The Rubbish Removers ranks first for garage clearance in Manchester. The largest review base in Greater Manchester, an upper tier carrier licence, Which? Trusted Trader status and over 95% recycled or diverted, with garage, shed and loft clearances among its core services.
| Pos | Company | Our score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Rubbish RemoversDukinfield, Tameside | 4.9 (933) | |
| 2 | WasteXpressNorthern Quarter, Manchester | 5.0 (242) | |
| 3 | Cheadle House ClearancesCheadle, Stockport | 5.0 (124) |
Also in our top 5: Stockport House Clearances and Grace Clearance Services.
See the full Manchester garage clearance top 5Ranked for more than one service / Manchester
These Manchester 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.
- The Rubbish Removers: 1st for house clearance, 1st for junk clearance, 2nd for office clearance, 1st for garage clearance
- WasteXpress: 3rd for house clearance, 2nd for junk clearance, 1st for office clearance, 2nd for garage clearance
- Stockport House Clearances: 4th for house clearance, 4th for office clearance, 4th for garage clearance
- Cheadle House Clearances: 2nd for house clearance, 3rd for garage clearance
- Grace Clearance Services: 5th for house clearance, 5th for garage clearance
What it costs in Manchester
Published prices from the firms in our Manchester rankings, plus the council skip permit fee. Most firms quote individually, so always get at least two written prices that include VAT.
- Skip hire
- Sheridan Skips publishes the clearest prices in the city: £180 for 2 yard, £230 for 4 yard and £310 for 8 yard, including VAT. More
- House clearance
- None of our Manchester top 5 publish a price list. Most offer free quotes, often from photos, priced by volume and weight. More
- Junk clearance
- None of our Manchester top 5 publish a price list; most quote from photos, priced by volume and weight. More
- Office clearance
- None of our Manchester top 5 publish office clearance prices; most quote from a visit or photos. More
- Garage clearance
- None of our Manchester top 5 publish a price list; most give free quotes from photos. More
- Skip permit
- £42 per permit, valid for up to 7 days.
Council bulky waste collections in Manchester
Manchester City Council gives each household one free collection of up to three large items a year. After that it costs £27 for up to three items or £54 for four to six. See the details.
Skip permits: Manchester City Council. Your skip company applies for you. Operators must be registered with the council and hold at least £10 million public liability cover. Salford, Trafford, Stockport and the other Greater Manchester boroughs run their own schemes and fees. 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 Manchester
Skip permits are issued by each borough, so a skip in Salford or Stockport follows different rules and fees from one in Manchester itself. Several firms appear in more than one of our Manchester rankings, which is a good sign of a consistent, well run business.
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 Manchester / FAQs
How much does waste removal cost in Manchester?
It depends on the service and the volume. For rubbish collections: None of our Manchester top 5 publish a price list; most quote from photos, priced by volume and weight. For skips: Sheridan Skips publishes the clearest prices in the city: £180 for 2 yard, £230 for 4 yard and £310 for 8 yard, including VAT. See each ranking for more detail.
Can I get rubbish removed for free in Manchester?
Manchester City Council gives each household one free collection of up to three large items a year. After that it costs £27 for up to three items or £54 for four to six. Household waste recycling centres are also free for residents taking their own household waste.
Do I need a permit for a skip in Manchester?
Only if the skip goes on the road or pavement. £42 per permit, valid for up to 7 days. Your skip company applies for you. Operators must be registered with the council and hold at least £10 million public liability cover. Salford, Trafford, Stockport and the other Greater Manchester boroughs run their own schemes and fees.
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 Manchester?
It depends on the job. Our number 1s in Manchester are Sheridan Skips for skip hire, The Rubbish Removers for house clearance, The Rubbish Removers for junk clearance, WasteXpress for office clearance and The Rubbish Removers for garage clearance. The Rubbish Removers and WasteXpress each appear in 4 of our Manchester rankings, more than any other firms.
Useful guides for Manchester
How Much Does Rubbish Removal Cost in the UK?
Real published UK prices for rubbish removal, skips and single items, plus the extra charges to watch for.
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?
Yes, a skip on a public road needs council permission. Here is who applies, what it costs in major cities and what happens if it is missed.
How Do I Check a Company's Waste Carrier Licence?
Check a waste carrier on the Environment Agency, SEPA or NRW register in a few minutes, with tips on what to look for.