Nationwide Fire Extinguisher Disposal Service

Yes Waste provides fire extinguisher collection and recycling in Southampton and across the UK. As a licensed waste carrier, we manage each collection safely and supply the required paperwork, including Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes.

✔️ Licensed and insured hazardous waste carrier
✔️ Collection arranged within an agreed 2-hour time slot
✔️ Uniformed one-person or two-person teams
✔️ Waste Transfer Notes and Consignment Notes supplied
✔️ Recycling carried out at licensed treatment facilities

Our Southampton fire extinguisher disposal service removes the risks of handling hazardous, pressurised extinguishers yourself. We collect, transport, and recycle them securely for peace of mind.
 

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📧 Email: info@yeswaste.com

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What Types Of Fire Extinguishers Do We Collect?

Our Southampton fire extinguisher disposal service covers the main extinguisher types used in offices, warehouses, schools, healthcare facilities, retail units, and industrial premises:

  • Water fire extinguishers
  • Foam fire extinguishers
  • CO2 fire extinguishers
  • Dry powder extinguishers
  • Specialist units

Because extinguishers are pressurised and contain chemical agents, they are classified as hazardous waste under UK law. Businesses in Southampton must use a licensed contractor like Yes Waste for safe disposal and recycling.
 


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Why Choose Us For Fire Extinguisher Disposal

Yes Waste offers dependable fire extinguisher disposal and recycling throughout Southampton. Each extinguisher is dismantled, with plastics, metals, and chemicals separated for recycling. This cuts landfill use and helps businesses meet their environmental responsibilities.

Recycling your fire extinguishers with Yes Waste means you are:

✔️ Meeting hazardous waste disposal regulations
✔️ Reducing environmental impact by diverting waste from landfill
✔️ Supporting sustainability through resource recovery and reuse
✔️ Protecting staff, customers, and the wider community from hazardous substances

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Why Fire Extinguishers Are Hazardous Waste

Fire extinguishers are classed as hazardous waste since they are pressurised and contain chemicals that may cause harm to both people and the environment. Companies in Southampton must use a licensed waste carrier for proper disposal and recycling.

Examples of risks include:

✔️ CO2 extinguishers can cause cold burns when discharged
✔️ Dry powder extinguishers may irritate the eyes, skin and lungs
✔️ Pressurised cylinders are dangerous if damaged or crushed

Choosing Yes Waste ensures compliance with UK legislation and guarantees extinguishers are recycled responsibly.

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“Really efficient service. The team were polite, punctual, and handled everything safely.

Mark J., Southampton

“Yes Waste made extinguisher disposal simple for us. Excellent communication throughout.”

Emma T., Bitterne

Quick and reliable service. All compliance paperwork was provided straight away.

Daniel R., Shirley

Fantastic experience. Everything collected and recycled properly with no issues.”

Sarah K., Portswood

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Frequently Asked Questions For Our Fire Extinguisher Disposal Service Southampton

What areas of Southampton do you cover?
We provide fire extinguisher collection and disposal across Southampton and Hampshire, including:

SO14 – Southampton City Centre, Ocean Village
SO15 – Shirley, Freemantle, Millbrook
SO16 – Bassett, Lordswood, Coxford
SO17 – Portswood, Highfield
SO18 – Bitterne, Thornhill
SO19 – Sholing, Woolston
SO30 – Hedge End, Botley
SO31 – Bursledon, Hamble, Netley
SO32 – Bishops Waltham, Wickham
SO40 – Totton, Marchwood
SO45 – Hythe, Dibden Purlieu

Yes, fire extinguishers are considered hazardous waste because they contain pressurised contents and chemicals that can be harmful if not handled correctly. That’s why a licensed contractor like Yes Waste must carry out the disposal.

Disposing of your fire extinguishers with us is simple:

  • Book a collection – Call or email our team to arrange a time slot that works for you.
  • We collect – Our uniformed team arrives, loads your extinguishers, and issues all necessary paperwork.
  • We recycle – Your units are taken to a licensed facility where they are dismantled and recycled safely.

Absolutely. We supply Waste Transfer Notes and Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes for every collection, ensuring your business remains fully compliant with UK environmental regulations.

Once collected, fire extinguishers are dismantled at a licensed facility. Metals, plastics, and other materials are separated for recycling, with as little as possible sent to landfill.

We collect water, foam, CO2, dry powder, and wet chemical extinguishers. If you have specialist or less common types, let us know and we’ll confirm collection.

Most collections can be booked within 24–48 hours. We’ll agree a time slot that suits you and provide updates when our team is on the way.

Improper disposal of fire extinguishers is unsafe, illegal, and can put your staff at risk. Using a licensed service like Yes Waste ensures compliance, protects the environment, and guarantees safe recycling of materials.

Yes, our waste carriers licence number is: CBDU117809

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