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Your waste disposal queries answered
As trusted Cheshire waste removal and recycling experts, Burgess & Sons operates a wide range of services that see our trained professional team working across the region. We’re proud of a reputation for safe, clean working practices, and as we’re licensed waste carriers with many years’ experience, you can always expect a fast, efficient service.
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Which areas does Burgess & Sons cover?
We’re mainly a Greater Manchester waste disposal company, covering Stockport and the surrounding Cheshire area. However, we’ll happily consider cover all areas; please telephone for a quotation.
Is there any commercial and domestic waste you will not take?
While we’re a licensed waste carrier, Burgess & Sons is not licensed to remove asbestos or any oil-based products. However, we’ll be happy to put you in touch with a trusted hazardous waste carrier; just ask us for recommendations.
Can I pay for waste disposal services by credit card?
Yes – we accept all major credit and debit cards. Depending on the amount there may be a small surcharge.
Can you dispose of my settee or carpet?
Happily! We can visit your property to clear and dispose of all types of furniture, both domestic and commercial. Take a look at our services page if you’d like to see what we cover.
I have white goods that need removing – can you take them from outside my property?
If you need items, such as fridges, freezers ovens or cookers, collecting, but can’t be on-site, it’s possible to pay in advance by credit card. We’ll aim to collect the goods within one to two days from outside the property. And, if you need assistance with removing from inside the property, we’ll be happy to oblige.
We've had a house fire and we need it clearing as soon as possible. Is this a service you can provide?
We have a special team ready for such catastrophes such as a fire or flooding, and we’ll work closely with your insurance company and yourselves to ensure a speedy resolution.
My brick wall has fallen down. Can you help?
We have many solutions and ideas and will work with you and your insurance company to find the best and most suitable solution.
I rent a property that has recently been vacated. The tenants have left it in a terrible state – can you clean and empty it for me?
Certainly – Burgess & Sons specialises in full house clearance and void properties. If necessary, we can also carry out a deep clean.
What's the charge for removing an old lounge carpet?
Usually this depends on the size and weight of the carpet. Please ring us for a no-obligation estimate.
My garden shed is rotten and starting to collapse. Can you help?
With garden sheds – and any other derelict structures – it may be the case that we do a site visit first. This will allow us to assess the situation and allows us to give you an accurate quote for the shed’s removal and disposal.
Someone has fly-tipped waste on my property. Can you remove the rubbish?
Burgess & Sons is regularly contacted by homes, businesses and landlords about fly-tipping. As registered waste carriers, the safe removal of these goods won’t be a problem. Contact us for a free quotation.
We're about to downsize our home and have had a huge de-clutter. We're now looking to get rid of a wide range of junk. Can you help?
Yes. Not only can we supply you with boxes and packaging you might need, but we can dispose of any furniture you may not want.
I've just had a new kitchen/bathroom fitted but the workmen have left all the old fittings. Can you remove this for me?
We can collect any size of kitchen or bathroom suite and typically require only two days’ notice. We’ll work out prices in line with demand and area.
I live on the 5th floor and need some furniture removing. Can you help?
Not a problem – our well trained staff will be happy to help. Ring or email us for a quotation.
My granny has bequeathed to me a beautiful upright piano, but she lives 60 miles away. Can you collect and deliver it to my house?
Our teams are trained in UK-wide piano removals – please ring for a quote.
Our central Manchester office has a quantity of old computer monitors, towers, photocopiers and telephone systems. Can you collect and dispose of them for me?
We will visit your offices in Manchester and give you a quotation for the removal of the equipment and all necessary paper work i.e., duty of care for disposal in line with the WEEE directive.
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I'm an electrical contactor and I have a quantity of fluorescent tubes that need disposing of. Can you dispose of these?
Yes. We collect from factories, shops and offices and dispose of them in the appropriate manner.

