Recycling and Sustainability at Storage Erith
At Storage Erith, we believe that convenient storage should go hand in hand with responsible environmental practice. Our site is designed as an eco-friendly waste disposal area, helping customers dispose of unwanted items in a way that supports recycling, re-use and low-carbon transport. From carefully managed rubbish removal to our partnerships with local transfer stations and charities, we are committed to reducing the impact of storage-related waste across Erith, Bexley and the wider South East London area.
Our Recycling Percentage Target
We are working towards a minimum 85 percent recycling and recovery rate for all waste handled through our eco-friendly waste disposal area. This target includes items that are directly recycled, repurposed, or passed on for re-use through local partners, as well as materials recovered at licensed facilities.
To help reach this goal, we encourage customers to separate items at the point of drop-off whenever possible, following the familiar borough approach to waste separation. Many residents in Erith and the surrounding Bexley area are already used to sorting paper and cardboard, plastics, metals, glass, and small electricals for council collections. We mirror that approach on site, signposting clearly how to place recyclable and non-recyclable materials so that as little as possible ends up as general waste.
Eco-Friendly Waste Disposal Area
Our eco-friendly waste disposal area is specifically designed to make responsible recycling simple while you access your storage unit. Clearly labelled points help you separate cardboard from plastic packaging, metal fixtures from timber, and re-usable household items from true rubbish. By reducing contamination at this early stage, we increase the proportion that can be recycled and help local facilities process materials more efficiently.
We regularly review the waste streams that pass through our site, adjusting the layout, signage and guidance in line with local authority recommendations and industry best practice. This means the way we manage items such as mixed plastics, composite materials and bulky furniture can evolve as new recycling options become available in the area.
Sustainable Rubbish Removal Services
When larger clear-outs are needed, our sustainable rubbish removal area and services provide a convenient, lower-impact option. Whether you are decluttering a home, clearing an office, or moving out of a unit, our team can help sort items into different recycling categories and prioritise re-use wherever possible.
Instead of treating everything as general waste, we separate out clean cardboard, paper archives, metal shelving, broken electricals and other materials. These are then directed to appropriate local facilities, reducing landfill use and supporting the borough-wide aims for higher recycling and lower emissions. Where we do handle non-recyclable waste, it is transported in a way that minimises unnecessary journeys and supports energy recovery where available.
Local Transfer Stations and Recycling Facilities
Storage Erith works closely with licensed local transfer stations and recycling facilities that serve Erith, Bexley and neighbouring boroughs. By taking waste to nearby, fully regulated sites, we cut down on transport distances and ensure materials are handled in line with strict environmental standards.
These transfer stations are equipped to sort, bale and process a wide range of materials including mixed cardboard and paper, plastics, scrap metals, wood, green waste and certain types of construction and demolition waste. Where possible, recyclable streams are separated further at these sites before being forwarded to specialist reprocessors. Our goal is that the majority of items leaving Storage Erith are on a clear route to recycling or recovery, not simply being moved from one bin to another.
Partnerships with Charities and Re-Use Organisations
Not everything that leaves a storage unit needs to be recycled; many items still have a useful life left in them. To prevent good quality belongings from being thrown away, Storage Erith maintains partnerships with local charities, social enterprises and re-use projects that can accept furniture, household goods, books, clothing and other items in good condition.
When you are clearing a unit, our team can advise which types of items are typically accepted by these organisations, helping you prioritise donation over disposal. By linking our sustainable rubbish removal area to local re-use outlets, we extend the life of products, support community projects and reduce the demand for new resources. This approach plays an important part in reaching our 85 percent recycling and recovery target by capturing the value of re-usable goods.
Low-Carbon Vans and Smarter Transport
Transport makes up a significant share of the environmental impact associated with storage and rubbish removal. That is why we are focused on operating a low-carbon van fleet wherever practicable and continuously reviewing our vehicle choices as cleaner technology develops.
Our sustainable rubbish removal services are planned to reduce unnecessary mileage and combine collections where possible. By minimising empty runs and choosing efficient routes to local transfer stations and re-use partners, we can reduce fuel use and associated emissions. Over time, our aim is to increase the proportion of low-emission and hybrid vehicles in use for collections and on-site operations, further supporting cleaner air in and around Erith.
Supporting Local Recycling Habits
Residents and businesses in Erith and the wider Bexley area are already familiar with separating recycling from general waste through borough kerbside collections. Storage Erith builds on these existing habits by echoing similar colour coding and signage in our eco-friendly waste disposal area. This makes it easier to know where to place cardboard boxes from moves, plastic wrapping, metal fixtures, glass items or unwanted textiles when visiting your unit.
We also encourage responsible handling of specific materials, such as small electrical items and batteries, which often require specialist recycling routes. By providing clear information on site about what can and cannot go into each stream, we help reduce contamination and ensure that as many materials as possible are recovered safely.
Our Ongoing Commitment
Sustainability at Storage Erith is an ongoing commitment, not a one-off project. We track our performance against our recycling percentage target, review our relationships with local transfer stations and charities, and listen to customer feedback on how our eco-friendly waste disposal and sustainable rubbish removal areas can be improved.
By choosing Storage Erith, you are supporting a local business that places recycling, re-use and low-carbon transport at the heart of its operations. Whether you are using a unit for home, business or student storage, we invite you to make use of our on-site facilities and join us in reducing waste and protecting the environment for the Erith community and beyond.
