Licensed and insured, covering Sussex
Rubbish removal & collection
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 collection
Rubbish collection across Worthing and Sussex
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 has a way of building up. A few bags after a clear-out, an old chair that will not fit in the car, a broken bed frame in the garage, the leftovers from a DIY weekend. Before long the side passage is full and the bins are overflowing. Our rubbish removal service is designed for exactly that: we come to you, load everything ourselves, and take it away in one visit.
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.
Really good service. Competitive price and left the site clear. I liked the good communication e.g. pictures of the finished job as I couldn't be at home as I was working. Great job and I would use them again.
A Star customer, Customer review
We take household rubbish, bulky items, garden waste, furniture, electricals and light building waste, often all in the same load. Everything is sorted as we go and taken to licensed waste facilities, where metal, cardboard, timber, electricals and green waste are recycled. You get your space back, and you know your rubbish has been dealt with properly.
Reviewed by Jordan, owner of A Star Waste ManagementLast updated 27 September 2026. Licensed waste carrier based in Worthing.
What we take
If it is part of a rubbish collection job, we can almost certainly take it. These are the most common items:
- 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.
Your legal duty of care, made simple
Householders have a legal duty to make sure their waste goes to someone authorised to carry it. If rubbish you have paid someone to remove ends up fly-tipped, it can be traced back to you, and you can be fined. The safest check is to ask for the carrier's registration and look them up on the Environment Agency's public register.
A Star Waste Management is a licensed, insured waste carrier. We take everything to authorised facilities and we are happy to show our credentials before we start. Be wary of anyone offering to take rubbish away for cash with no questions asked, as the cost of a fly-tipping fine far outweighs any saving.
Before and after
Rubbish collection: real results
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BeforeAfterBeforeAfterBeforeAfterHow it works
Four simple steps from first message to a clear space.
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.
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.
We load and sweep
Our team arrives on the agreed day, carries everything out, loads the van and sweeps up behind us.
Responsible disposal
Waste goes to licensed facilities to be sorted and recycled where possible. Businesses get a waste transfer note.
What affects the price
Every job is quoted individually from photos. These are the factors that make the difference:
How much space the waste takes up in the van is the biggest factor.
Heavy materials such as rubble, soil and tiles cost more to dispose of.
Fridges, sofas, mattresses and tyres carry extra disposal costs.
Stairs, long carries and dismantling take more time.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Super helpful! I sent a message on WhatsApp on the weekend and got a reply the same day with a price. They came and collected 2 days later and all was left clean and tidy. Really efficient. Would highly recommend.
Local service
Rubbish collection near you
We provide rubbish collection across the Sussex coast. Choose your town for local details, access tips and area-specific FAQs.
Questions
Rubbish collection FAQs
Can't see your question? Call 01903 962 492 or message us on WhatsApp.
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.
Will you take things from inside the house?
Yes. We collect from any room, loft, garage, shed or garden, not just the kerbside. Just tell us about stairs and access when you get in touch.
Do I need to be there?
Not necessarily. If the rubbish is accessible, for example on a drive or in an unlocked garage, we can collect while you are out and send you photos of the finished job.
Is it cheaper than a skip?
For most household clear-outs, yes, because the loading is included and you do not need a permit or space for a skip. For very large, ongoing building projects, a skip may suit better, and we will tell you honestly.
Can you take a single item?
Yes. We collect single items, although for one piece of furniture the council bulky waste service may be cheaper. We are happy to advise.
Are you licensed?
Yes. We are a licensed and insured waste carrier and all waste goes to authorised facilities.
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