Can you put electrical items in a skip?

The short answer

Yes. Electrical items can go in a D J Recycling skip. Just tell us when you book so we can keep them separate for recycling. Loose batteries and vapes must stay out.

Why the type of waste matters

That covers TVs, computers, kettles, washing machines, power tools and most household appliances. We take them out at our yard so the metals and parts can be recovered. Loose lithium batteries and disposable vapes are different, as they can start fires in skips and waste lorries.

What to do before loading

Let us know roughly what electricals you have when you book. Load them near the top where they are easy to lift out, and avoid smashing screens. Take batteries out of devices where you can and keep them out of the skip.

If you are clearing a property, list the main appliances when you ask for a house clearance quote so the price is right first time.

What happens to electricals after collection

Electrical items, from kettles and toasters to TVs and washing machines, are covered by the WEEE rules. We separate them from the general waste so the metals and components are recovered rather than sent to landfill. Fridges and freezers contain gases that must be removed safely, so please mention them when you book.

If you only have one or two small items, West Sussex household waste recycling sites take most electricals from residents, and a working appliance may be welcome at a local charity or reuse group.

If you are clearing a whole property with several appliances mixed in with other waste, tell us when you book and we will confirm the price, so nothing ends up in the wrong place.

Questions about this waste type

Can a fridge go in a skip?

Please tell us first. Fridges and freezers contain gases that must be removed safely, so we confirm the price before one goes in.

Where can I take small electricals in West Sussex?

Household waste recycling sites accept most small electricals from residents, and many shops take back old items when you buy new.