Bags, junk and bulky items loaded and taken away, usually from a few photos and a single visit. Covering Portslade-by-Sea, Portslade Old Village, Mile Oak and Easthill and the rest of BN41.
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Rubbish removal Portslade
Local rubbish removal in Portslade
Send a few photos, get a clear price, and we load it all and take it away. No skip, no tip runs, no carrying it yourself.
Rubbish removal in Portslade works the same way wherever you are in BN41: you send a few photos, we send back a price, and our team turns up to load everything and take it away. Portslade is around nine miles east of our Worthing base, roughly twenty-five minutes via the A27 or the A259 coast road. That means we can usually offer a collection within days, not weeks.
We collect from homes, flats, gardens and businesses across Portslade-by-Sea, Portslade Old Village, Mile Oak, Easthill and Foredown. Whether it is a few bags from a clear-out, a garage full of junk or a mixed load of furniture and garden waste, it all goes in one visit, loaded by us and taken to licensed facilities.
Can't speak highly enough of this service. They were speedy, efficient and polite. Above all they were very reasonably priced. Thankyou so much guys I will be happy to recommend you to friends and neighbours.
Ann Arch, Google review
Most rubbish collections start with a WhatsApp message. You send a few photos of what needs to go and where it is, we reply with a price, and we agree a day. Many of our customers are collected within a day or two of first getting in touch, and our Google reviews regularly mention quick replies and next-day collections, though it always depends on the diary that week.
Reviewed by Jordan, owner of A Star Waste Management Last updated 27 September 2026. Licensed waste carrier based in Worthing.
Local knowledge
Rubbish removal in Portslade: what we know locally
Every town has its own quirks. These are the things that shape rubbish removal jobs in Portslade.
Homes in Portslade
Lower Portslade is mainly Victorian and Edwardian terraces around Boundary Road, Station Road and the streets between the railway and the harbour. Portslade Old Village has flint cottages and period houses, while the roads climbing to Mile Oak and Easthill are mostly post-war semis, bungalows and some council-built estates. Each brings its own access considerations, and we plan for them when we price.
Parking and access
Parts of Portslade near the Boundary Road and Station Road shops sit inside Brighton & Hove controlled parking zones, and the terraced streets can be tight. We check parking rules for your road and pick a loading point that keeps things legal and quick.
Council services and us
Brighton & Hove City Council runs a chargeable bulky waste service and household waste recycling sites for residents. They are useful for occasional items. When you need a mixed load cleared and carried out for you, on a set day, we are the quicker route.
Flats and apartments
There are converted flats in many of the older terraces and several low-rise blocks around the town. Stairs, narrow landings and awkward turns are common, so we bring the right number of people and dismantle bulky items where needed to get them out safely.
What we take in Portslade
Every rubbish removal job in Portslade is different, but these are the items we collect most often:
Black bags and loose household rubbishThe results of a clear-out, spring clean or house move.
Bulky itemsChairs, tables, wardrobes, bed frames, mirrors and rugs.
Sofas and armchairsHandled separately because of the rules on upholstered seating.
MattressesSingle, double and king-size, including divans and toppers.
Electricals and white goodsTVs, microwaves, washing machines, fridges and freezers.
Garden wasteCuttings, branches, turf, pots and old garden furniture.
Cardboard and packagingBoxes from a move or a delivery, flattened or not.
Light DIY wasteOld carpets, doors, timber, tiles and bagged rubble.
Garage and shed junkBikes, tools, toys, paint tins (dried out) and storage boxes.
Toys, books and bric-a-bracWe set reusable items aside where possible.
Metal and scrapOld radiators, shelving, pipes and garden furniture.
Mixed loadsMost collections are a mixture, and that is fine.
Needs a specialist or special handling
AsbestosMust be removed by a licensed specialist. We cannot take it.
Gas bottles and fire extinguishersReturn to the supplier or use a specialist route.
Liquid paint, oils and chemicalsNot accepted in general loads; dried-out tins are fine.
Clinical and medical wasteNeeds a specialist clinical waste service.
Tyres and car batteriesAsk us first, as these go through separate channels.
The detail
What a rubbish collection actually involves
On the day, we arrive in a tipper van with enough people for the job. We check with you exactly what is going and what is staying, then we carry everything out to the van. That includes items in lofts, garages, sheds, back gardens and upstairs rooms, not just what is waiting at the kerb. If something needs taking apart to get it out, such as a wardrobe or a bed frame, we dismantle it.
Once everything is loaded we sweep up, so the driveway, passage or room is left tidy. If you cannot be there, we can collect from an agreed spot and send you photos of the finished job. Payment is straightforward, and you will have a clear record of what was taken.
Why people choose a man-and-van collection over a skip
A skip seems simple until you add up what it involves. You need space for it, and if it goes on the road you need a permit from the highway authority. You then have to fill it yourself, stay within the rules on what can go in it, and wait for it to be collected. Meanwhile, neighbours sometimes add their own rubbish.
With a collection, you pay for the waste we take, and the loading is included. There is nothing sitting on your drive, no permit to arrange, and the job is usually done in an hour or two. For most household clear-outs that is quicker and cheaper, and several of our reviewers have said exactly that.
How rubbish removal in Portslade works
Portslade is around nine miles east of our Worthing base, roughly twenty-five minutes via the A27 or the A259 coast road. Here is how a typical rubbish removal job in Portslade works:
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Send us photos
WhatsApp a few pictures of the waste and the route to the road, or call 01903 962 492. Tell us your postcode and when suits you.
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Get a clear price
We reply with a fixed quote based on what we can see. No hidden extras, no pressure, and no obligation to book.
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We load and sweep
Our team arrives on the agreed day, carries everything out, loads the van and sweeps up behind us.
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Responsible disposal
Waste goes to licensed facilities to be sorted and recycled where possible. Businesses get a waste transfer note.
What affects the price of rubbish removal in Portslade
We quote every job individually from photos, so you know the cost before we arrive. The main factors are:
Volume
How much space the waste takes up in the van is the biggest factor.
Weight
Heavy materials such as rubble, soil and tiles cost more to dispose of.
Item types
Fridges, sofas, mattresses and tyres carry extra disposal costs.
Access and labour
Stairs, long carries and dismantling take more time.
Time on site
A quick load from the drive is quicker than clearing several rooms.
How to prepare
Group the rubbish together if you can, but do not worry if it is spread around the house or garden. We will collect it from where it is.
Tell us about stairs, lifts, narrow passages or a long walk from the road when you send photos.
Mark anything that is staying, and keep valuables, paperwork and keys out of the way.
Let us know if any sofas or armchairs are included, as they need separate disposal.
Check parking: if your street has permit bays, tell us so we can plan where to load.
If you will not be home, tell us where the rubbish is and how we can access it.
Responsible disposal
Where your Portslade waste goes
Every load is taken to licensed waste transfer and recycling facilities. We separate metal, cardboard, timber, garden waste and electricals as we load so that they can be recycled, and set aside furniture and household items that are still usable where we can. Upholstered seating is kept apart for the specialist disposal it now requires.
Whoever takes your waste, check they are a registered waste carrier. Householders have a legal duty of care, and if waste you paid someone to remove is fly-tipped it can be traced back to you. We are licensed and insured, take every load to authorised facilities, and are always happy to show our credentials.
Portslade, BN417 miles from our Worthing base
Coverage
Rubbish removal across Portslade
We provide rubbish removal in every part of Portslade, including Portslade-by-Sea, Portslade Old Village, Mile Oak, Easthill, Foredown, Boundary Road, Station Road, Fishersgate border and the harbour side. Portslade is around nine miles east of our Worthing base, roughly twenty-five minutes via the A27 or the A259 coast road.
Portslade-by-Sea
Portslade Old Village
Mile Oak
Easthill
Foredown
Boundary Road
Station Road
Fishersgate border
the harbour side
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Real results from our team
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Driveway rubbish collectionBagged rubbish collected from a driveway, with our vans parked behind.
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Household waste collectionBags and bins cleared from a brick corner.
Saw one of there trucks driving through Worthing, called the number today. Sent a picture of what we needed clear. They came back straight away with a price and were able to pick it all up on the same day. Really friendly team and great service. Will definitely be using this company again.
HHannah FielderGoogle review
Arranged via WhatsApp, great pricing and all rubbish cleared professionally and efficiently. Staff were friendly and polite. Highly recommended, much cheaper than getting a skip and loading it yourself.
AAlanGoogle review
A Star Waste Management provided a prompt and straightforward service from start to finish. Communication was clear, collection was arranged at a convenient time, and the waste was removed efficiently with no mess left behind. Polite, professional, and easy to deal with.
CCheckatrade customerCheckatrade review
We used this company for the first time today, very responsive to messages and hard working guys. Cleared all rubbish we requested to be removed and we highly recommend them to anyone wanting a fast service, very reasonable price which saved us paying more for a skip! Will definitely be using them again.
AA Star customerCustomer review
Absolutely brilliant service, highly recommend. They saved me in a last minute fudge up and were an absolute delight, super quick job and great personalities, thanks lads
We cover Portslade every week. Portslade is around nine miles east of our Worthing base, roughly twenty-five minutes via the A27 or the A259 coast road. Send photos on WhatsApp and we will offer the earliest slot we have, which is often within a day or two.
Do you collect rubbish from inside Portslade homes, not just the kerb?
Yes. We collect from any room, loft, garage, shed or garden in Portslade, and carry everything out to the van ourselves.
Is your service better value than the Brighton & Hove City Council bulky waste collection?
For one or two items the council service can be cheaper. For mixed loads, several items or anything that needs carrying out of the property, a single visit from us is usually quicker and better value.
Is Portslade covered even though it is in Brighton & Hove?
Yes. We cover all of Portslade, including Portslade-by-Sea, the Old Village, Mile Oak and Easthill. It is about twenty-five minutes from our Worthing base.
Do I need a parking permit for your van?
Usually not. We park legally as close as possible. If your road is inside a controlled parking zone, tell us when you get in touch and we will plan the loading point or discuss visitor permit options with you.
How much does rubbish removal cost?
It depends on how much there is, how heavy it is, and how easy it is to reach. The quickest way to get an exact price is to send us a few photos on WhatsApp. We give a clear quote before we start, with no hidden extras on the day.
How quickly can you collect?
We often collect within a day or two, and sometimes the same day, but it depends on the diary. Tell us how urgent it is and we will give you our earliest slot.
Do I need to bag everything up?
No. Bagging loose items helps, but we will load loose rubbish, bulky items and mixed waste as it is.
WhatsApp a few pictures of what needs to go and the route to the road. We reply with a clear, fixed quote, usually the same working day, and collections are often possible within a day or two.