Why we hate fly tipping!
As huge lovers of the countryside, the team at County House Clearance absolutely hate to see fly tipping in the South West of the UK. Our headquarters is situated in the heart of Somerset, with nothing but green fields, a countryside pub and beautiful winding lanes.. at least 95% of the time the lanes are beautiful anyway!
The other 5% of the time, on the very rare occasion, illegal fly tippers and unscrupulous ‘Waste Removal’ companies dump hard working, paying customers’ waste in lay-bys, field entrances and even in the middle of the road!
Old furniture, confidential paperwork, bedding and building waste has been found dumped in some of the most picturesque positions in the Somerset countryside. But why do they do it? Who is responsible? And what does it mean for professionally operating, environmentally conscious Waste Removal Companies like County House Clearance?
Why do people Fly Tip?
People Fly Tip because it is free! It is a simple, incredibly lazy way of removing waste with no cost.
Rogue traders advertise with competitive prices to entice customers in. Professional waste removal companies have to pay to dispose of the waste they collect, any one without morals can simply make more money by dumping this waste illegally, bypassing any potential cost incurred for disposal. Fly tippers are lazy, morally corrupt and operate with complete disregard for the beauty & intricacy of the natural world.
Is Fly Tipping Illegal?
Absolutely. 100%. Fly Tipping is without a doubt illegal. Fly tipping costs the British tax payer millions and millions of pounds a year. Councils around the UK, from Somerset to Shropshire, Ilminster to Inverness are burdened with the costs of removing illegally dumped waste year on year. Just think where that money could be spent!
How do I make sure my waste isn’t Fly Tipped?
We have seen the embarrassment of unsuspecting victims on Social Media. Confidential information dumped in a lay-by, old mattresses and furniture recognised by a friend online! Not only is it embarrassing, its also criminal!..
The best way to ensure your waste doesn’t get you in trouble is to ensure your waste removal specialist operates legally and with professional practice. Will they leave a business card? Are they registered with the environment agencies in your area? Are they local to you and insured? If the answer to this is yes, you are likely to be in safe hands!
If you are concerned, ask them where they are taking your waste. A professional company will always answer honestly and recycle as much as possible.
If you are looking for a professional, polite and tidy waste removal specialist in Somerset, Dorset or Devon, get in touch with Tim on the number below.