Brentwood

Essex residents can request a collection of asbestos, if the asbestos is from their own household.

A subsidised collection is available for each household in Essex, every financial year.

Garden waste, raw fruit and vegetables, paper, cardboard, and straw or sawdust from vegetarian pet bedding (such as rabbits and guinea pigs) can be composted at home. Find out more about home composting and how to buy a subsidised bin.

Give to family or friends.

Make some money from things you no longer need or want by selling online or at a bootsale.

Many charity shops accept good quality items. Please check with specific shops for which items they accept.

Find a local charity shop through the Charity Retail Association.

Many opticians have recycling points inside their stores for recycling old glasses and hearing aids.

Find an opticians near you.

Supermarkets and retailers often have recycling collection points in-store for a range of materials. Please check your local store information.

There are several furniture reuse organisations operating throughout the county.

They may be able to accept larger items such as furniture, white goods and electrical items. They may even be able to collect from you.

Lighthouse Furniture Project has been vetted and approved by Trading Standards under the Buy with Confidence scheme to ensure that they operate in a legal, honest and fair way.

Find out if you can donate your item. A free collection may also be available.

Give it to people in your community through an online network.