Certain items cannot be uplifted through the bulky uplift service provided by West Lothian Council. Here's a summary of those unsuitable items and their proper disposal alternatives based on published council information:
| Unsuitable Items | Disposal Alternative |
|---|---|
| General refuse bags | Separate waste and recycle, store until disposed of properly. |
| Cast iron washing poles with concrete bases | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Cement | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Supermarket trolleys | Contact the retailer for uplift. |
| Garage doors | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Garden rollers | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Glass panels/Internal doors | Uplifted by the installing company. |
| Safes | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Baths, Toilets, Bathroom Suites | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Branches | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Grass clippings or other organic garden waste | Place in your brown bin. |
| Gas cylinders and motor oil (households only) | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Clinical or hazardous waste (households only) | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Storage heaters, electric heaters, gas appliances (may contain asbestos) | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Tyres | Contact local specialist waste contractors. |
| Wardrobes (over 6ft) | Contact local waste contractors or charities. |
| Sheds | Dismantle and take to a recycling centre. |
| Fence panels (over 6ft) | Bring to a recycling centre or contact waste contractors. |
If you have items that fall into these categories, consider reaching out to local charities or using platforms like Facebook Marketplace for passing them on to those in need.
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