Waste Wood Haulage & Recycling Services
Transform your timber waste into valuable resources with our specialist wood recycling service. We help construction companies, manufacturers, and landscapers manage wood waste sustainably and cost-effectively.
SH Smith Haulage provides comprehensive waste wood collection and recycling services across London and the South East. Our dedicated service ensures your timber waste is transported efficiently to approved recycling facilities and biomass plants, supporting both your environmental goals and the circular economy.
What We Classify as Waste Wood
We handle all grades of waste wood, from clean off-cuts to processed timber materials. This includes:
Grade A: Clean, untreated timber – pallets, packing cases, and construction off-cuts
Grade B: Lightly treated wood – furniture, joinery waste, and manufacturing scrap
Grade C: Demolition wood – construction timber and panel products
Grade D: Hazardous treated wood – requires specialist handling and disposal
Our timber waste disposal service is ideal for construction sites, demolition projects, manufacturing facilities, and landscaping companies.
Our Waste Wood Collection & Recycling Process
We’ve developed an efficient system to handle your wood waste from collection to recycling or recovery.
Site Assessment: We evaluate your waste wood volume and type to recommend the most efficient wood waste collection schedule
Specialist Collection: Our modern walking floor trailers provide clean, efficient loading and transport of bulk wood materials
Sustainable Processing: We deliver to licensed wood recycling facilities and biomass plants for processing into new products or energy
Full Documentation: We provide complete waste transfer notes and recycling evidence for your environmental compliance records
Why Choose Our Waste Wood Haulage Service?
Sustainable Waste Solutions
By choosing our waste wood to biomass service, you’re contributing to renewable energy production and reducing landfill waste. We prioritize recycling routes that support the circular economy.
Cost-Effective Disposal
Our bulk haulage service offers significant savings compared to skip hire or mixed waste disposal, making it the most cost-effective wood waste solution for large volumes.
Expert Wood Classification
Our team understands the different wood grades and their appropriate disposal routes, ensuring compliant handling and maximizing recycling opportunities.
Advanced Fleet Capability
Our purpose-built walking floor trailers are specifically designed for handling bulky wood waste efficiently, reducing handling time and site disruption.
Where Your Wood Waste Goes
We ensure your waste wood is processed at the most appropriate facilities:
Biomass Plants: Clean wood converted into renewable energy
Recycling Facilities: Processed into panel boards and new wood products
Composting Sites: Chipped wood used in landscaping and soil improvement
Licensed Processors: Specialist treatment for contaminated wood materials
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Testimonial
What Did They Say?
Switching to Smith Haulage for our Dry Mixed Recyclables was a game-changer. Their walking floor trailers mean we have no more waiting on site for manual unloading. The onboard weighers ensure we’re always getting the most efficient load possible, which has genuinely improved our bottom line. A truly professional operation.
John Porter
Logistics Manager, London Recycling Centre
As a large construction firm, plasterboard disposal is a constant headache. Smith Haulage takes that stress away. Their drivers are knowledgeable, their paperwork is always flawless, and I never have to worry about compliance issues. They are the most reliable haulier in our supply chain, bar none.
Sarah Chen
Site Director, Crestview Construction
We use Smith Haulage for all our waste streams – general, food, and green. Their 24/7 availability has saved us during peak seasons more than once. They’re not just a haulage company; they’re a vital partner in helping our business run smoothly and sustainably.