At Steve’s Garden Services, we take pride in disposing of garden waste legally and responsibly. Due to changes introduced by Norfolk County Council on 1 November 2024, our disposal pricing has been updated. This post explains what’s changed, why it matters, and how we continue to support eco-friendly gardening across Norwich and surrounding areas.

Licensed and Compliant Waste Carriers

We hold a registered Carrier, Broker, Dealer – Lower Tier Licence, which means:

• We’re authorised to transport and manage garden waste professionally
• All waste is taken to a registered disposal site
• We issue waste transfer notes for full traceability

Check our licence on the Environment Agency register

Why This Matters

Hiring a licensed service protects you from potential fines and ensures:

• Waste is not fly-tipped or mishandled
• The disposal process follows UK environmental regulations
• Your green waste is recycled or composted where possible

New Garden Waste Pricing (Effective 1 November 2024)

Due to updated council pricing and handling requirements, our waste disposal costs are:

• Half Load (under 50%): £73 + £25 handling = £98
• Full Load (over 50%): £146 + £25 handling = £171

This covers:

• Booking and time at authorised facilities
• Manual handling and transport costs
• Legal documentation (waste transfer notes)

See full pricing on Norfolk County Council’s site

Environmentally Responsible Practices

We aim to minimise landfill and maximise recycling:

• All green waste is separated and taken to authorised composting or recycling centres
• We avoid landfill wherever possible
• Waste handling complies with latest environmental standards

Your Legal Responsibility

If you hire a business to dispose of garden waste, you must ensure:

• They are licensed waste carriers
• You receive a waste transfer note
• The waste is taken to a legal, licensed facility

By working with us, you’re covered.

Learn more about your legal duty of care

Alternatives for High-Volume Waste

For larger-scale waste or regular collections, other options may be worth exploring:

• Trade waste collection services via local district councils
• On-site skips or green waste bins
• Shared collection plans with neighbours

Explore disposal alternatives