Before you throw away an item that's still usable, please first find out whether someone else could use it - great ways to get rid of items locally include:
- Lichfield reuse and recycle facebook group - simply list your item with a few photos and people then message to say they want it - and arrange to collect it.
- Free to collect Tamworth facebook group - simply list your item with a few photos and people then message to say they want it - and arrange to collect it.
- Gumtree - list an item for free
- Freegle - list an item for free
- You can also list items for free or for a small charge on places like Facebook Marketplace
Please only book a scrap metal collection if your item can't be used by someone else and you live in/your property is in Lichfield District or Tamworth Borough.
Key facts
You can book a scrap metal or bulky collection up to a month in advance online.
- The first item costs £19 and every extra item costs £8.
- You can book up to four items on any one bulky collection and up to two items on any one scrap collection.
To book, please make sure you have your credit or debit card handy.
| Service | Type of items we can collect | Max length | Limitations | |
| Bulky waste items | Beds, sofas and furniture etc | 75 inches/ 190cm | Must be able to be moved by two people. | Book a bulky waste collection |
| Scrap metal items | Dishwashers, fridges, freezers and sofas with metal mechanisms etc | 75 inches/ 190cm | Must be able to be moved by one person. | Book a scrap metal collection |
Please leave the item(s) outside your property before 6am on the day of collection (in the same place you leave your bins) - we are sorry but we cannot collect items from inside your property.
Please remember to take a note of your collection day when you have booked it, as payment is non-refundable, so you need to remember to put your items out on time.