Collections
If you have larger items to donate Moray Waste Busters offers a van collection service.
We can uplift up to 5 items free of charge in the local area (Forres, Nairn, Elgin) Outwith this area please contact us for more information.
If you have more than 5 items to collect, please specify during the booking to ensure there is enough space in the van or check if our House Clearance service would be more suitable.
Our van is always busy so it’s wise to book 1-2 weeks in advance.
What can we collect?
Items must be in good, resalable condition. Sofas and upholstered furniture must still have a fire safety label attached and be clean, in good condition, with no significant signs of wear or damage.
We do not accept donations of used mattresses, large household appliances such as fridges or washing machines, large wall units, pianos, general waste, or items left outside.
To request a collection, please fill in the form below or call us on 01309 676056, Monday to Friday, 9am – 3.30pm
We might request you to email photographs of your items to verify they comply with current reuse legislation.
Furniture Collection Request
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT DONATING UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE
New POPs regulations now apply to donated upholstered furniture such as sofas, office chairs, footstools, and futons.
WHAT ARE POPs?
‘Persistent Organic Pollutants’ (POPs) are toxic chemicals previously used in the manufacture of soft furnishings. POPs do not break down and, in high concentrations, can be harmful to humans and animals. If they accumulate in landfills, they can damage the environment and, if not disposed of properly, pose health risks to waste management workers. Items containing POPs therefore cannot be sent for recycling or landfill disposal and must instead be separated from general waste and incinerated.
WHICH ITEMS CONTAIN POPs?
- Sofas
- Sofa beds
- Armchairs
- Kitchen and dining room chairs
- Stools and foot stools
- Home office chairs
- Futons, bean bags and, floor and sofa cushions
- Electrical recliner chairs
(Manufactured before 2019)
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR MORAY WASTE BUSTERS
Furniture that meets specified criteria can be accepted, deemed suitable for reuse, and considered low risk.
Items must be in good reusable condition.
- no rips, tears
- cat scratches
- heavy wear
- smoke free.
We might request photos of any items you want us to collect, as our van team cannot transport anything that doesn’t meet the criteria for their safety.
If we are unable to collect your items, please contact the Moray Council Bulky Uplift Service on 0300 1234565.
Deliveries
We provide our customers with a free local delivery service for larger items bought in our shop. Please ask a staff member in store for assistance.
Too good to throw away?
Pass it on to Moray Waste Busters.
