Nationwide Fire Extinguisher Disposal Service

Yes Waste provides fire extinguisher collection and recycling services across Portsmouth and nationwide. As a licensed waste carrier, we ensure every collection is carried out safely and provide the correct 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 Portsmouth fire extinguisher disposal service removes the risks of dealing with hazardous, pressurised extinguishers. 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 Portsmouth fire extinguisher disposal service covers the main extinguisher types used in offices, schools, warehouses, 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 contents, they are classed as hazardous waste under UK law. Businesses in Portsmouth must use a licensed contractor like Yes Waste for safe collection and recycling.
 


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Fire Extinguisher Disposal Portsmouth

Why Choose Us For Fire Extinguisher Disposal

Yes Waste provides a reliable fire extinguisher disposal and recycling service across Portsmouth. Every extinguisher we collect is dismantled, with metals, plastics, and chemicals separated for recycling. This helps reduce landfill and ensures businesses remain compliant with hazardous waste regulations.

Recycling your fire extinguishers with Yes Waste means you are:

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

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Why Fire Extinguishers Are Hazardous Waste

Fire extinguishers are hazardous waste because they are pressurised containers and contain chemicals that can be harmful if mishandled. Businesses in Portsmouth must use a licensed waste carrier for safe 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

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

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The team were excellent – quick collection and everything handled safely.”

Daniel J., Portsmouth

“Yes Waste made extinguisher disposal really simple. Full paperwork was provided.

Emily K., Southsea

“We had multiple extinguishers removed from our warehouse. The team were efficient and polite.

Paul B., Cosham

“Brilliant service from start to finish. Highly recommended.”

Rachel L., Portchester

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Frequently Asked Questions For Our Fire Extinguisher Disposal Service Portsmouth

What areas of Portsmouth do you cover?
We provide fire extinguisher collection and disposal across Portsmouth and the wider Hampshire area, including:

PO1 – Portsmouth City Centre, Old Portsmouth
PO2 – North End, Hilsea
PO3 – Copnor, Anchorage Park
PO4 – Southsea, Eastney
PO5 – Southsea, Somerstown
PO6 – Cosham, Drayton, Farlington, Paulsgrove
PO7 – Waterlooville, Denmead
PO8 – Horndean, Clanfield
PO9 – Havant, Bedhampton
PO10 – Emsworth
PO16 – Portchester, Fareham

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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