Tipper Van - Rubbish Removal and Waste Clearance Prices in Elephant and Castle, SE1
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22/11/2024
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Terms and Conditions for Waste Disposal Elephant and Castle
These Terms and Conditions set out the basis on which Waste Disposal Elephant and Castle provides waste collection and related services to domestic, commercial and other customers in the United Kingdom. By placing a booking, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
1. Definitions
In these Terms and Conditions, the following expressions have the meanings set out below:
Customer means the person, business or organisation requesting the services.
Company means Waste Disposal Elephant and Castle, the provider of the services.
Services means the waste collection, removal, loading, transportation, recycling, disposal and related services provided by the Company.
Waste means any rubbish, refuse, junk, furniture, appliances, construction waste or other materials agreed to be collected by the Company, excluding prohibited items.
Prohibited Items means any waste that the Company is legally or operationally unable to collect, including but not limited to hazardous, clinical, chemical or specialist waste unless expressly agreed in writing.
2. Scope of Services
The Company provides waste collection and disposal services, including scheduled and one-off collections, to customers located within its service area, including Elephant and Castle and surrounding neighbourhoods. The precise services to be provided, including the nature and volume of Waste to be removed and the location of the collection, will be agreed at the time of booking.
The Company reserves the right to amend, extend or limit the services offered from time to time, including geographic coverage, without prior notice. Any ongoing bookings already accepted will not be affected by such changes.
3. Booking Process
Bookings may be made by telephone, email, online form or other communication channels made available by the Company. When making a booking, the Customer must provide accurate and complete information about:
1. The collection address and access details
2. The type, approximate quantity and condition of the Waste
3. Any special handling requirements or potential risks
4. Preferred collection dates and times
Upon receiving the Customer’s request, the Company will provide a quotation or an estimate based on the description of the Waste and the services requested. The booking is only confirmed when the Company has accepted the Customer’s request, either verbally or in writing, and provided a confirmed date and time window for the collection.
The Company may require photographs or additional information regarding the Waste or the collection location before confirming the booking. The Customer is responsible for ensuring that all information supplied is accurate. The Company is not liable for any delays, additional costs or failure to perform the services where information supplied by the Customer is incomplete or inaccurate.
4. Access and Site Conditions
The Customer must ensure that the Company’s staff and vehicles have safe, suitable and unobstructed access to the collection point at the agreed time. This includes arranging any necessary parking permissions, permits or access codes.
If the Company cannot safely access the site or the Waste due to obstructions, unsafe conditions, incorrect address details or other issues outside the Company’s control, the Company may at its discretion:
1. Charge a wasted journey fee
2. Re-arrange the collection at an alternative time, which may be subject to additional charges
3. Refuse to carry out all or part of the services
The Customer must inform the Company in advance of any known access issues, including restricted headroom, narrow entrances, stairs, lack of lift access, or other conditions that may affect the safe and efficient collection of the Waste.
5. Waste Categories and Prohibited Items
The Customer is responsible for ensuring that the Waste presented for collection matches the description provided at the time of booking. The Company reserves the right to inspect the Waste on arrival and to adjust the price accordingly if the volume, weight or type of Waste differs materially from the original description.
Prohibited Items include, without limitation, asbestos, clinical or medical waste, toxic substances, chemicals, solvents, oils, fuels, gas bottles, pressurised containers, explosives, radioactive materials, and any other waste that is hazardous or for which the Company does not hold the necessary licences or facilities.
If Prohibited Items are presented for collection without prior written agreement, the Company may refuse to remove those items and may charge a call-out fee or additional handling charges. The Customer retains full responsibility for such items.
6. Pricing, Estimates and Quotations
Prices may be quoted as fixed prices or as estimates based on the information provided by the Customer. Where a fixed price is given, it is based on the assumed volume, type and accessibility of the Waste. If on arrival the situation is materially different, the Company may amend the price before commencing the work.
Where an estimate is provided, the final price will be calculated on the actual volume, weight, labour and disposal costs incurred. Any changes to the agreed services requested by the Customer during the visit may result in additional charges.
All prices are stated in pounds sterling and may be subject to VAT or other applicable taxes. The Company reserves the right to update its pricing at any time. Price changes will not affect bookings already confirmed, unless changes are required due to inaccurate information provided by the Customer or due to additional services requested.
7. Payments and Invoicing
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, payment is due on or before completion of the services. The Company may accept various forms of payment, including cash, card payments and bank transfer, subject to change from time to time.
For commercial Customers, the Company may agree to provide services on account, subject to credit checks and agreed payment terms. In such cases, invoices are payable within the period stated on the invoice. Failure to pay on time may result in:
1. Suspension or withdrawal of services
2. Late payment interest and charges in accordance with applicable UK legislation
3. Recovery costs, including reasonable legal fees and collection agency charges
The Customer must ensure that all payments are made in full without set-off, deduction or counterclaim, unless required by law.
8. Cancellations and Rescheduling
The Customer may cancel or reschedule a booking by giving reasonable notice to the Company. Where possible, the Company requests at least 24 hours’ notice prior to the scheduled collection time for cancellations or changes.
If sufficient notice is not given, the Company may charge a cancellation fee or a wasted journey fee to cover costs incurred, including travel and lost time. The level of such fee will depend on the timing of the cancellation and the nature of the booking.
The Company reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a booking in the event of circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to severe weather, traffic incidents, vehicle breakdowns, staff illness, safety concerns or legal or regulatory constraints. In such cases, the Company will use reasonable efforts to notify the Customer and to rearrange the collection at a mutually convenient time. The Company will not be liable for any losses arising from such cancellations or delays.
9. Customer Responsibilities
The Customer is responsible for:
1. Providing accurate information at the time of booking
2. Ensuring safe and adequate access to the collection point
3. Segregating and presenting Waste in accordance with applicable laws and Company instructions
4. Removing personal items or confidential materials that are not to be disposed of
5. Complying with any relevant building, landlord or local council rules relating to waste removal and vehicle access
If the Customer fails to comply with these responsibilities, the Company may be unable to complete the services or may incur additional time and costs. The Company reserves the right to charge the Customer for such additional costs as reasonably incurred.
10. Performance of Services
The Company will use reasonable care and skill in performing the services and will endeavour to complete collections within agreed time windows. Time is not of the essence unless expressly agreed in writing.
The Company may use its own staff, vehicles and equipment or those of trusted subcontractors. The Customer agrees that subcontractors may perform part or all of the services, provided that the Company remains responsible for the overall performance of the contract.
11. Liability and Limitations
Nothing in these Terms and Conditions limits or excludes the Company’s liability for death or personal injury caused by its negligence, for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or for any other liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.
Subject to the foregoing, the Company’s total liability to the Customer arising out of or in connection with the services, whether in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to the total price paid or payable by the Customer for the specific booking giving rise to the claim.
The Company shall not be liable for:
1. Any indirect, consequential or special losses
2. Loss of profits, revenue, business, contracts or anticipated savings
3. Loss of or damage to items inadvertently left in or attached to Waste collected
4. Any damage arising from pre-existing structural defects, poor installation, inherent weaknesses or wear and tear in buildings, fixtures or fittings
The Customer should remove or clearly identify any fragile or high-value items before the services commence. The Company accepts no responsibility for items that the Customer intended to retain but did not separate from the Waste.
12. Insurance
The Company maintains appropriate public liability and employer’s liability insurance in accordance with UK law. Evidence of insurance can be provided to Customers on reasonable request.
13. Compliance with Waste Regulations
The Company operates in accordance with applicable UK environmental and waste management legislation and holds or utilises relevant licences, registrations and permits where required.
The Customer must not request the Company to collect or dispose of Waste in any manner that would breach environmental, health and safety or waste management laws. The Company reserves the right to refuse any instructions that would place it in breach of such regulations.
Where necessary, the Company will arrange for Waste to be transported to authorised facilities for recycling, recovery or disposal. The Company may issue documentation such as waste transfer notes or other records as required by law. The Customer agrees to provide any information reasonably requested for regulatory compliance purposes.
14. Data Protection and Privacy
The Company may collect and process personal data about the Customer, such as contact details and billing information, for the purposes of managing bookings, providing services, processing payments and complying with legal requirements.
The Company will handle personal data in accordance with applicable UK data protection laws. The Company will not sell personal data to third parties and will only share such data with subcontractors, service providers or authorities where necessary for the provision of services or to comply with legal obligations.
15. Complaints and Dispute Resolution
If the Customer is dissatisfied with any aspect of the services, the Customer should notify the Company as soon as possible, providing details of the issue and any supporting information. The Company will investigate the complaint and endeavour to resolve it promptly and fairly.
If a dispute cannot be resolved directly between the parties, either party may seek to use mediation or other alternative dispute resolution methods before commencing legal proceedings, where both parties agree that this is appropriate.
16. Variations to these Terms
The Company may update or amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time. The version in force at the time of the Customer’s booking will apply to that booking. Updated Terms and Conditions will apply to future bookings.
17. Severability
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found by a court or competent authority to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable, that provision will be deemed severed from the remaining provisions, which will continue in full force and effect.
18. Entire Agreement
These Terms and Conditions, together with any written quotation or confirmation provided by the Company, constitute the entire agreement between the parties in relation to the services and supersede any prior understandings, agreements or representations, whether oral or written.
19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them, or with the provision of the services, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
The parties agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions or their subject matter.
