Victorian houses and side access
Many Lewisham houses are Victorian terraces with narrow side passages and small gardens. Loading can be awkward, so send a photo of the access route, and tell us if items must be carried through the house or down a side path.
Flats above shops in Catford and Lewisham
Town centre shops often have flats above them, with shared stairs and bin areas. If you are clearing a flat or a shop unit, tell us the trading hours and the back-door access, so the work does not disturb customers.
Gardens, sheds and garden waste
Sydenham and Forest Hill have many family gardens. Garden clearances often include old sheds, fencing, bagged green waste and garden furniture. Tell us which items are green waste and which are building waste, as they are handled differently.
Before you book a collector
- Check our registered waste carrier licence, CBDU553283, on the GOV.UK register.
- Send clear photos of everything to be removed, plus your postcode.
- Ask for a receipt that shows what was collected and where it went.
- Tell us about hazardous items, such as asbestos or paint, before the day.
Bulky waste and the council
Lewisham Council can collect some bulky household items. Check its website for the current rules and any charges. If you need the job done sooner, or the council cannot take an item, a licensed collector can help.
Where we work in Lewisham
We cover Lewisham, Catford, Deptford, Brockley, Forest Hill and Sydenham, plus Hither Green and the surrounding streets.
Read our Lewisham page or the garden waste removal service.