Rubbish Removal Maida Vale Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions govern the provision of rubbish removal and waste collection services by Rubbish Removal Maida Vale to domestic and commercial customers in the United Kingdom. By booking or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before placing an order.
1. Definitions
In these Terms and Conditions, the following expressions shall have the meanings set out below:
1.1 Service means any rubbish removal, waste clearance, junk collection, garden waste removal, bulky item collection, or associated services provided by Rubbish Removal Maida Vale.
1.2 Customer, you or your means the individual or business booking or using the Service.
1.3 We, us or our means Rubbish Removal Maida Vale as the service provider.
1.4 Booking means a confirmed request for our Service made by you via telephone, email, online form, or any other agreed communication channel.
1.5 Waste means any items, materials, rubbish, junk, or refuse that you ask us to collect and dispose of as part of the Service, excluding any prohibited or hazardous items defined in these terms or under applicable law.
1.6 Site means the property, premises, or location where the Service is to be carried out.
2. Scope of Service
2.1 We provide rubbish removal and waste collection services for domestic and commercial customers, including but not limited to household clearances, office clearances, garden waste collection, and removal of bulky or unwanted items.
2.2 The specific scope of work, including the estimated volume or weight of Waste to be removed, will be agreed at the time of Booking or during an initial on-site assessment.
2.3 Our Service includes the loading of Waste from the agreed collection point, transport of the Waste, and disposal or recycling at authorised facilities in compliance with applicable waste regulations.
2.4 We reserve the right to refuse to handle any item that we reasonably believe to be unsafe, illegal, or outside the agreed scope of Service.
3. Booking Process
3.1 You may request a quote and make a Booking by telephone, email, or via any online enquiry form we make available from time to time.
3.2 When making a Booking, you must provide accurate and complete information regarding the type, approximate quantity, and location of the Waste, together with details of access to the Site and any parking or loading restrictions.
3.3 Any quote provided before an on-site assessment is an estimate only and is based on the information you give. We reserve the right to revise the quoted price if the actual volume, weight, type of Waste, or Site conditions differ from those described.
3.4 A Booking is considered confirmed only when we have acknowledged acceptance of your request and provided a collection date and time window. We may do this verbally or in writing.
3.5 We will use reasonable efforts to arrive within the agreed time window. However, all arrival times are estimates, and we shall not be liable for delays caused by traffic, weather, accidents, or other circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
4. Customer Obligations
4.1 You must ensure that we have safe and reasonable access to the Site and to the Waste to be collected. This includes providing any necessary entry codes, keys, or instructions in advance of the Service.
4.2 You are responsible for ensuring that parking is available for our vehicle close to the Site. Any parking charges, permits, or penalties arising from the performance of the Service may be added to your final invoice.
4.3 You warrant that you are the owner of the Waste or are otherwise authorised to arrange its removal and disposal.
4.4 You must ensure that the Waste presented for collection does not include any prohibited items, including but not limited to hazardous substances, chemicals, asbestos, medical waste, clinical waste, gas cylinders, explosives, or any other materials subject to specialist disposal regulations, unless explicitly agreed in writing in advance.
4.5 If our operatives reasonably believe that any items are prohibited, dangerous, or not as described, we may decline to collect those items or cancel the Service, and you may still be liable for a call-out charge.
5. Pricing and Payments
5.1 Our charges are typically based on the volume and type of Waste collected, the labour involved, the time on Site, and any additional disposal fees or surcharges that may apply.
5.2 We will provide an estimate at the time of Booking based on the information you provide. The final price will be confirmed on Site once our team has inspected the Waste and assessed the work required.
5.3 Unless otherwise agreed, payment is due immediately on completion of the Service. We may accept payment by cash, debit card, credit card, or other methods notified to you at the time of Booking.
5.4 For commercial customers or repeat business customers, we may agree alternative payment terms in writing. Where credit terms are agreed, invoices must be paid in full by the due date stated. Late payments may incur interest and administrative charges.
5.5 All prices quoted are exclusive of any applicable taxes unless otherwise stated. Where applicable, value added tax will be charged at the prevailing rate.
6. Cancellations, Rescheduling and Waiting Time
6.1 You may cancel or reschedule your Booking by giving us notice by telephone or email.
6.2 If you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled collection time, no cancellation fee will normally be charged.
6.3 If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice, or if we arrive at the Site and are unable to carry out the Service due to lack of access, prohibited items, or your failure to be present where required, we reserve the right to charge a cancellation or call-out fee to cover our costs.
6.4 If we need to cancel or reschedule your Booking due to operational reasons, adverse weather, vehicle breakdown, staff illness, or any other cause beyond our control, we will notify you as soon as reasonably possible and offer an alternative date. We will not be liable for any consequential loss or inconvenience arising from such cancellation or rescheduling.
6.5 Where our team is kept waiting on Site for reasons outside our control, we may charge a reasonable hourly or part-hourly waiting time fee.
7. Waste Handling and Regulations
7.1 We will handle, transport, and dispose of Waste in accordance with applicable waste management and environmental regulations in the United Kingdom.
7.2 We will take Waste only to licensed transfer stations, recycling centres, or disposal facilities as appropriate. We will use reasonable efforts to maximise recycling and recovery where practicable.
7.3 Once the Waste has been loaded onto our vehicle and payment has been received or agreed in accordance with our terms, ownership of the Waste transfers to us, and we become responsible for its lawful handling and disposal.
7.4 You must not request or instruct our staff to dispose of any Waste unlawfully. We will not fly-tip or dispose of Waste in any unauthorised location under any circumstances.
7.5 If we discover after collection that any Waste contains prohibited or hazardous materials that were not disclosed at the time of Booking, you will be responsible for any additional costs, fines, or penalties arising from its specialist handling or disposal, as well as any related administrative costs.
8. Damage to Property and Site Conditions
8.1 We will take reasonable care when carrying out the Service. However, you acknowledge that rubbish removal and waste collection can involve the movement of heavy or bulky items through confined spaces, over floors, and around fixtures.
8.2 You are responsible for protecting floors, walls, driveways, lawns, and other surfaces that may be at risk of damage during the Service. Where you request that we carry items over or through areas that appear fragile or at risk, you accept that some risk of damage may be unavoidable.
8.3 We will not be liable for minor cosmetic damage or wear and tear that is reasonably incidental to the performance of the Service, provided we have acted with reasonable care.
8.4 In the event of any material damage directly caused by our negligence, you must notify us in writing as soon as reasonably practicable and in any event within 7 days of the Service. We may request evidence such as photographs or access to inspect the alleged damage. Our liability shall be limited as set out in these Terms and Conditions.
9. Liability and Limitation of Liability
9.1 Nothing in these Terms and Conditions shall exclude or limit our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or for any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.
9.2 Subject to clause 9.1, our total liability to you for any loss or damage arising out of or in connection with the Service, whether in contract, tort, negligence, breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, shall be limited to the price paid or payable for the Service giving rise to the claim.
9.3 We shall not be liable for any loss of profit, loss of business, loss of opportunity, loss of data, or any indirect or consequential loss or damage arising in connection with the Service or these Terms and Conditions.
9.4 We will not be responsible for any items that are removed as Waste if you fail to separate or identify items that you wish to retain. It is your responsibility to check and ensure that any valuables, documents, or other important items are removed from the Waste before collection.
9.5 We shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform our obligations under these Terms and Conditions where such delay or failure results from events, circumstances, or causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to adverse weather, traffic disruption, strikes, accidents, or acts of government or regulatory bodies.
10. Complaints
10.1 If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of the Service, you should contact us as soon as possible, providing full details of your concerns.
10.2 We will acknowledge your complaint and will investigate it promptly and fairly. We may request further information or evidence from you and may arrange a follow-up visit to the Site where appropriate.
10.3 Where we determine that we have not met our obligations under these Terms and Conditions, we may, at our discretion, offer a partial refund, a re-visit, or other appropriate remedy, subject always to the limitations set out in the liability section.
11. Insurance
11.1 We maintain public liability insurance and, where applicable, employer liability insurance at levels that are reasonable for a business providing waste collection and rubbish removal services in the United Kingdom.
11.2 Details of our insurance cover are available on request. Any claim you may wish to pursue under our insurance must be notified to us in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
12. Personal Data and Privacy
12.1 We collect and process personal data that you provide in connection with making a Booking and receiving the Service, such as your name, contact details, address, and payment information.
12.2 We use this information solely for the purposes of administering your Booking, providing the Service, processing payments, and complying with our legal obligations.
12.3 We will keep your information secure and will not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share information with service providers or authorities only where reasonably necessary to deliver the Service or comply with law.
13. Amendments to These Terms
13.1 We may update or amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time to reflect changes in our operations, service offerings, or legal requirements.
13.2 Any changes will take effect when posted or otherwise communicated to you and will apply to Bookings made after that date. The Terms and Conditions in force at the time of your Booking will apply to that particular Service.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
14.1 These Terms and Conditions and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them or the Service (including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
14.2 You and we agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions or the Service.
15. General Provisions
15.1 If any provision or part-provision of these Terms and Conditions is or becomes invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, it shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, lawful, and enforceable. If such modification is not possible, the relevant provision or part-provision shall be deemed deleted. Any such modification or deletion shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
15.2 No failure or delay by us to exercise any right or remedy provided under these Terms and Conditions or by law shall constitute a waiver of that or any other right or remedy, nor shall it prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy.
15.3 You may not assign, transfer, or subcontract any of your rights or obligations under these Terms and Conditions without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations to another organisation, but this will not affect your rights under these Terms and Conditions.
15.4 These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the provision of our rubbish removal and waste collection services and supersede any prior agreements, understandings, or arrangements, whether written or oral.
