Nationwide Fire Extinguisher Disposal Service

Yes Waste provides fire extinguisher collection and recycling services across York and throughout the UK. As a registered waste carrier, we ensure all collections are managed safely and issue the required legal 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 York fire extinguisher disposal service removes the risks of handling pressurised containers yourself. We collect, load, and recycle everything securely for your peace of mind.
 

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📧 Email: info@yeswaste.com

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What Types Of Fire Extinguishers Do We Collect?

Our York fire extinguisher disposal service covers the main extinguisher types used in offices, warehouses, schools, healthcare facilities, retail, 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 legislation. Businesses in York 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 delivers a reliable fire extinguisher disposal and recycling service across York. Each extinguisher we collect is dismantled, with metals, plastics, and chemicals separated for recycling. This reduces landfill and helps businesses stay compliant with environmental responsibilities.

Recycling your fire extinguishers with Yes Waste means you are:

✔️ Meeting hazardous waste disposal requirements
✔️ Reducing landfill waste by recycling wherever possible
✔️ Supporting sustainability through reuse of materials
✔️ 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 and contain chemicals that can pose risks to both people and the environment. Businesses in York 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 can be dangerous if damaged or crushed

Using Yes Waste guarantees compliance with regulations and ensures extinguishers are recycled safely.

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Excellent service from start to finish. The team were friendly, professional, and provided all the paperwork we needed.

Rachel T., York

We had several extinguishers across multiple sites. Yes Waste handled everything smoothly and efficiently.

Simon P., Haxby

The process was simple to arrange and the collection was carried out exactly as agreed.

Laura G., Acomb

Great communication and quick turnaround. I’d happily recommend Yes Waste to other local businesses.

James K., Clifton

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Frequently Asked Questions For Our Fire Extinguisher Disposal Service York

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

YO1 – York City Centre
YO10 – Heslington, Fulford
YO23 – Dringhouses, Copmanthorpe, Bishopthorpe
YO24 – Acomb, Holgate, Woodthorpe
YO26 – Poppleton, Upper Poppleton, Nether Poppleton
YO30 – Clifton, Skelton, Rawcliffe
YO31 – Heworth, Huntington, Layerthorpe
YO32 – Haxby, Wigginton, Strensall, New Earswick
YO41 – Dunnington, Stamford Bridge
YO42 – Pocklington, Elvington
YO60 – Sheriff Hutton, Strensall (part)
YO61 – Easingwold, Huby, Stillington

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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