How to safely package your waste
You must properly package your asbestos waste before attending your booking slot. As per HSE guidelines, asbestos waste must be double bagged and taped securely in UN approved asbestos packaging, using a red inner bag with asbestos warnings and a clear outer bag.
You can buy approved asbestos waste bags online and from various DIY stores.
We won't accept waste in split or torn packaging.
Failure to follow this guidance may result in your waste being refused.
We only accept asbestos where:
Waste disposal terms and conditions
- Residents must follow the guidance on safely packaging their waste. Failure to do so may result in refusal of waste.
- This service is for the acceptance of bonded white (chrysotile) household asbestos only. It does not permit the disposal of any other type of asbestos nor business or trade waste.
- You can dispose of 1 bag of asbestos per visit (max 20kg).
- When you arrive at the recycling centre for your pre-booked slot, please report to the weighbridge and seek guidance from a member of staff.
- You must be able to carry your waste from your vehicle and place it in the designated skip.. Under no circumstances will site staff provide assistance in handling asbestos waste.
- Booking slots are 30 minutes so please arrive promptly. Site staff reserve the right to refuse disposal for late arrivals.
- This service is available for Hertfordshire residents only. Please bring proof of address to your booking.
- You must make bookings in advance. No waste will be accepted on site without a prior booking.
- If you are visiting in a van or trailer, you will need a van permit.
- You must follow the recycling centre site customer rules at all times. Failure to do so may result in your waste being refused.
- This service can be used only once per household within a 12 month period.
The asbestos home collection service ended on 21 February 2025.