Disposal of Fridge and Freezers
Your weekly refuse collection service does not include the
removal of fridges or freezers from your property.
All fridges or freezers contain either CFC's
(chlorofluorocarbons) or other gases that may damage the ozone
layer and increase global warming and are now classified as special
waste. This is due to the very technical methods used in
breaking them up and recycling or disposing of the parts. It
is an extremely expensive operation.
How do I dispose of my Fridge/Freezer properly?
Please ensure that your old units are properly disposed of
by:
Taking the unit to the local KCC Recycling site
Sites at Manston Road, Margate and Sandwich Road,
Richborough
Pay a local Registered Waste Carrier to remove
it.
It is your responsibility to ensure that the company
employed is properly registered with the local Environment
Agency - 0800 807060 - ask the question and obtain a
receipt, its your proof that the waste was disposed of
legally.
Pay Thanet District Council to remove it
We offer a regular chargeable collection service.
- £20.00 for large fridge or freezer unit
- Additional charge of £15.00 per item if
collection is required from back garden or inside the property
Appointments are arranged as soon as
possible once we have received payment.
Phone: Waste & Recycling on 01843 577115 or
e-mail: amenities@thanet.gov.uk.