Business Details
17 Years
experience
Sustainable Waste Management Solutions in Melton Mowbray
Established in 2009, Melton Waste & Recycling is a family-owned business headquartered in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. We specialise in comprehensive waste management solutions, serving private individuals, businesses, and industries across Melton Mowbray, Grantham, Oakham, and surrounding areas. Our services include trade waste collections, paper and cardboard recycling, glass and plastic recycling, clinical waste incineration, confidential document destruction, and WEEE waste disposal. We prioritise environmental sustainability by diverting 100% of commingled waste from landfill through recycling initiatives, including the Melton Mowbray BID Scheme, which prevents 300 tonnes of waste annually from entering landfills. Our team provides tailored waste management strategies, offering containers of various sizes to meet client needs while ensuring compliance with regulations such as GDPR and the WEEE Regulations 2013.With over 15 years of combined experience in waste management, our sister company Thomas Tankers supports our operations, enabling us to deliver cost-effective, reliable, and environmentally responsible services. We work closely with sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and education, providing weekly collections and one-off disposal solutions. Our commitment to reducing carbon footprints drives continuous innovation in recycling processes and client education. Transparency, professionalism, and customer satisfaction underpin our approach, ensuring clients receive auditable, secure, and efficient waste management services. As a locally rooted business, we pride ourselves on understanding regional waste challenges and delivering solutions that align with community and environmental goals.
Services
Trade Waste Collection
Paper Recycling
Glass Recycling
Plastic Recycling
Clinical Waste Incineration
Confidential Waste Disposal
WEEE Waste Disposal
Liquid Waste Disposal
Commingled Recycling
BID Scheme Collections
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of combined experience in waste management and recycling.
- Our services include 100% landfill-diversion recycling initiatives like the Melton Mowbray BID Scheme.
- We provide GDPR-compliant confidential waste destruction and WEEE disposal.
- Tailored solutions for businesses in healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and education.
- Weekly collections and container options to suit businesses of all sizes.
Associations and certifications
- GDPR 2018
Services
Trade Waste Collection
We provide scheduled and one-off trade waste collections for businesses, ensuring compliant disposal of non-recyclable materials. Our services cater to industries including retail, healthcare, and manufacturing, with container sizes tailored to business needs. Collections operate five days a week, diverting waste to appropriate facilities while maintaining cost-efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Clinical Waste Incineration
Specialised incineration services for clinical and veterinary waste, adhering to strict health and safety regulations. We ensure secure, hygienic disposal of hazardous materials from healthcare facilities, laboratories, and veterinary practices. Our processes prevent environmental contamination while maintaining full traceability and compliance with statutory requirements for biohazardous waste.
Commingled Recycling
Our 100% landfill-diverted commingled recycling service collects mixed dry waste streams, including paper, plastics, and metals. Partnering with the Melton Mowbray BID Scheme, we offer weekly collections for local businesses, reducing disposal costs by incentivising source segregation. This initiative prevents 300 tonnes of recyclables annually from entering landfills, supporting circular economy goals.
Confidential Waste Disposal
GDPR-compliant confidential waste disposal for documents and digital media, including shredding and incineration. We provide auditable destruction processes with certification, ensuring sensitive business information remains secure. Services suit offices, financial institutions, and public sector organisations requiring certified data elimination to protect against breaches and regulatory penalties.
WEEE Waste Disposal
Responsible disposal of end-of-life electrical and electronic equipment under the WEEE Regulations 2013. We handle items with plugs or batteries, including computers, appliances, and industrial electronics. Our recycling processes recover valuable materials while preventing hazardous components from contaminating the environment, ensuring compliance with UK waste legislation and sustainability targets.
People
James Colclough
BID Scheme Coordinator
Manages the Melton Mowbray BID Scheme, coordinating weekly commingled waste collections for local businesses. Advocates for sustainable waste practices and landfill reduction through community engagement and recycling incentives.
Questions
What waste services does Melton Waste & Recycling offer?
We provide trade waste collections, paper/cardboard recycling, glass/plastic recycling, clinical waste incineration, confidential document destruction, WEEE disposal, and liquid waste management.
How does Melton Waste ensure environmental sustainability?
We divert 100% of commingled waste from landfill through recycling initiatives like the Melton Mowbray BID Scheme, reducing carbon footprints annually.
Are your waste disposal services GDPR-compliant?
Yes, our confidential waste incineration services adhere to GDPR 2018 regulations, ensuring secure data destruction with audit trails.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across Melton Mowbray, Grantham, Oakham, Leicestershire, and Rutland, offering tailored waste solutions for local businesses and residents.
Can businesses access regular waste collections?
Yes, we offer weekly commingled waste collections under the Melton Mowbray BID Scheme and flexible one-off services for other waste streams.
Reviews (1)
Caroline Stevens
Jul 05, 2020
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Positive:Value
These guys a great for commercial waste removal. Simple invoicing system , good value and always timely with collections. Really friendly and helpful office staff who are great to deal with.
These guys a great for commercial waste removal. Simple invoicing system , good value and always timely with collections. Really friendly and helpful office staff who are great to deal with.