With Construction and Demolition waste representing the largest waste stream in Ireland (8 million tonnes annually), and landfill storage nearing capacity, we are encouraged to adopt more circular practices.
If any construction work is being planned in your home, please review the resources available here and prioritise reuse, repurposing and proper waste segregation.
Please do not put construction and demolition waste such as clay, stone, concrete and similar materials in the landfill or recycling waste container. Bring it to a Recycling Centre instead.
Bulky Waste
Bulky waste includes mattresses, beds, and attic or shed clear-outs.
How to dispose of bulky waste:
- Use a permitted waste collector who will come directly to your home to remove bulky waste items on an appointment basis.
- Hire a skip from a permitted waste collector.
- Bring directly to an authorised waste transfer station.
- Bring certain items to a Recycling Centre
When using permitted waste collectors:
- Ensure that the waste collector has a permit for the type of waste they are collecting. Visit the National Waste Collection Permit Office website for a full list of waste collection service providers and what they are permitted to collect.
- Ask to see your waste collector`s waste collection permit.
- Note the time and date of the collection and the licence number of the vehicle.
- Always, always get a receipt.
Please Note: It is a crime to hire an illegal (unpermitted) waste collector or skip operator, and to do so could lead to prosecution.