Licensed Fire Extinguisher Disposal In Lichfield

Yes Waste offers fire extinguisher collection services for businesses across Lichfield, covering offices, schools, shops, warehouses, and healthcare sites. Every extinguisher we collect is taken to an authorised recycling facility, with Hazardous Waste Consignment Notes supplied to prove legal compliance.

✔️ Fully licensed and insured contractor
✔️ Collections arranged within a 2-hour slot
✔️ Friendly, uniformed collection staff
✔️ Hazardous Waste paperwork supplied
✔️ Units processed at approved recycling centres

By using Yes Waste, Lichfield businesses can be confident extinguishers are disposed of safely, legally, and with minimal disruption.
 

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📧 Email: info@yeswaste.com

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What Fire Extinguishers Do We Collect In Lichfield?

We collect the main types of extinguishers used by businesses and organisations across Lichfield, including schools, offices, industrial premises, and retail units:

  • Water fire extinguishers
  • Foam fire extinguishers
  • CO2 fire extinguishers
  • Dry powder extinguishers
  • Specialist extinguishers (case by case)

Because these items are pressurised and contain chemicals, UK law requires businesses to use a licensed waste carrier. Yes Waste provides a fully compliant collection and recycling service across Lichfield.
 


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Why Lichfield Businesses Choose Yes Waste

Our approach goes beyond just removing extinguishers – we make sure as much as possible is recycled. Cylinders, valves, and casings are separated into different materials, helping to cut down landfill use and support sustainability.

Working with Yes Waste means:

✔️ Peace of mind that your disposal meets legal standards
✔️ Reduced environmental impact through recycling
✔️ Materials recovered for reuse where possible
✔️ Safe removal of hazardous and pressurised units

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Why Fire Extinguishers Are Hazardous Waste

Fire extinguishers are classified as hazardous waste because they are under pressure and often filled with chemical contents. If they are not disposed of properly, they can cause harm to people and the environment.

Common risks include:

✔️ CO2 extinguishers release freezing gas which can cause burns
✔️ Dry powder extinguishers can irritate the lungs, skin, and eyes
✔️ Cylinders may rupture violently if dropped or crushed

Yes Waste ensures all extinguishers collected in Lichfield are handled safely, in line with UK regulations.

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Yes Waste made extinguisher disposal easy – punctual, professional, and efficient.”

Martin R., Lichfield

Great service with all the compliance documents we needed. Highly recommended.

Fiona W., Burntwood

The collection team were polite and quick. Everything recycled properly

James T., Shenstone

Fantastic communication and reliable service. We’ll definitely use Yes Waste again.

Laura K., Fradley

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Frequently Asked Questions For Our Fire Extinguisher Disposal Service Lichfield

What areas of Lichfield do you cover?
We provide fire extinguisher collection and disposal across Lichfield and surrounding Staffordshire areas, including:

WS13 – Lichfield City, Streethay, Fradley
WS14 – Stowe, Whittington, Huddlesford
WS7 – Burntwood, Chase Terrace, Boney Hay
WS9 – Aldridge
B74 – Little Aston
DE13 – Alrewas, Barton-under-Needwood
WS15 – Armitage, Handsacre, Rugeley

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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