The Legal Way to Stay Clean and Compliant

Garden Waste Removal – What You Need to Know

At Wayland Properties, we specialise in removing green garden waste—from hedge trimmings and grass cuttings to branches and leaves. But whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, or property manager, it’s important to know that you’re still legally responsible for where your waste ends up, even if someone else removes it.

Unfortunately, fly-tipping is on the rise. If your garden waste is found dumped somewhere illegally, and it’s traced back to you, you could be fined up to £5,000—regardless of who actually did the dumping.

Why a Waste Carrier Licence Matters

Anyone who removes and transports waste professionally—including garden waste—must have a waste carrier licence issued by the Environment Agency. This legal requirement applies to everyone from landscapers to gardeners and clearance businesses.

At Wayland Properties, we’re fully licensed and registered to carry green waste. That means your garden cuttings will be taken to a registered disposal site—not dumped illegally in the countryside.

What Counts as Green Waste?

We remove all types of natural garden waste, including:

• Grass, leaves, and weeds

• Hedge trimmings

• Small branches and twigs

• Plant cuttings and dead foliage

We don’t remove soil, rubble, or general household rubbish—just clean, green waste.

Protect Yourself – Use a Licensed Carrier

Before you let anyone remove garden waste from your property:

• Ask to see their waste carrier licence

• Check their registration on the Environment Agency’s website

• Avoid unlicensed operators – even if they’re cheaper

It’s simply not worth the risk.

Need Green Waste Removed? We Can Help

If your garden’s looking a bit overgrown or you’ve just finished a tidy-up, Wayland Properties offers fast, reliable green waste collection at competitive rates. We’re licensed, professional, and committed to responsible disposal.

Get in touch today to book your collection or ask any questions—we’re happy to help.