Yes Waste provides fire extinguisher collection and disposal across Cardiff, supporting offices, schools, shops, warehouses, and healthcare sites. All extinguishers are taken to licensed recycling facilities, with Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes issued for proof of compliance.
✔️ Licensed and insured waste contractor
✔️ 2-hour booking slots
✔️ Professional, uniformed collection teams
✔️ Full Hazardous Waste paperwork supplied
✔️ Units processed at approved recycling centres
By choosing Yes Waste, Cardiff businesses can be confident their extinguishers are collected quickly, safely, and in line with regulations.
📧 Email: info@yeswaste.com
📝 Or complete our enquiry form to arrange your Cardiff collection today.
We collect and recycle all common extinguisher types used in Cardiff’s shops, schools, offices, and industrial facilities:
Since extinguishers are hazardous and pressurised, they must be disposed of by a licensed contractor. Yes Waste provides safe, compliant collection services across Cardiff and South Wales.
We don’t just collect extinguishers – we recycle them wherever possible. Cylinders, valves, and casings are dismantled into recyclable materials, helping reduce landfill and supporting sustainability.
Working with Yes Waste means:
✔️ Confidence your disposal is fully compliant
✔️ Lower environmental impact through recycling
✔️ Recovery of reusable metals and components
✔️ Safe handling of pressurised hazardous extinguishers
Fire extinguishers are treated as hazardous waste because they are stored under pressure and may contain chemicals. If they are not disposed of correctly, they can cause risks to both people and the environment.
Risks include:
✔️ CO2 extinguishers discharge freezing gas that can cause burns
✔️ Dry powder can irritate skin, lungs, and eyes
✔️ Cylinders may rupture or explode if dropped or damaged
Yes Waste ensures all extinguishers collected in Cardiff are managed safely and disposed of in line with UK regulations.
Excellent service – our extinguishers in Cardiff were collected quickly and with full paperwork.
Rhys M., Cardiff
The collection was on time and the staff were very professional.
Carys J., Penarth
Easy to arrange and the process was explained clearly.
Gareth T., Caerphilly
Reliable and compliant service. Would recommend to other local businesses
Megan L., Barry
What areas of Cardiff do you cover?
We provide fire extinguisher disposal across Cardiff and surrounding South Wales areas, including:
CF10 – Cardiff City Centre, Butetown
CF11 – Canton, Grangetown
CF14 – Llanishen, Rhiwbina
CF23 – Rumney, Penylan
CF64 – Penarth, Dinas Powys
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:
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
