Recycling bin setup in Exeter
Professional recycling bin setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Recycling bins everywhere but nothing organized? I'll set up a clear system with proper labels so everyone knows what goes where. Simple changes that actually get used.
Why Recycling Never Works
You bought the bins. Stuck them in the corner. Put different bags in them. And now... nobody knows which is which, half the recycling's contaminated, and the whole thing's a mess.
Sound familiar?
💡 Pro tip: A recycling system only works if it's easier to use than just chucking everything in one bin. That means clear labels and sensible placement.
What Actually Helps
🔧 Proper Organization
| ❌ What Doesn't Work | ✅ What Does |
|---|---|
| Unlabeled identical bins | Clear labels on everything |
| Hidden in a cupboard | Easy access where you need it |
| Too complicated (12 categories) | Simple system (3-4 bins max) |
| "Everyone should just know" | Visual reminders that work |
What I Can Set Up
📦 Kitchen Recycling
- Sort your bins sensibly (plastic/glass/paper/food)
- Add clear labels that match council collection
- Position them where you actually use them
- Dividers in larger bins if needed
📦 Outside Bins
- Organize wheelie bins properly
- Labels so everyone knows what's what
- Set up a system for garden waste/general/recycling
- Match to your collection schedule
📦 Both Together
- Inside bins that match outside system
- Same labels, same colors, no confusion
- Easy to empty small bins into big ones
Pricing Guide
| What You Need | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen bins only | 30 mins | £60 |
| Outside bins organized | 30 mins | £60 |
| Full inside + outside setup | 45 mins | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For You If...
✅ Nobody knows which bin is for what
✅ Recycling contaminated because people guess wrong
✅ Good intentions but the system doesn't work
✅ Want it simple and actually sustainable
Why Choose Us for Recycling bin setup in Exeter?
Clear labels so nothing goes in wrong bin
Organized system that actually gets used
Matches your council's collection rules
Makes recycling easier for the whole family
What to Expect
Step 1: See What You've Got
I check your current bins and space. Ask about your council collection (what they take, how often). Work out what system makes sense for your household.
Step 2: Organize & Label
Arrange bins logically - recycling where you open deliveries, food waste near the cooking area. Add clear labels everyone can understand.
Step 3: Quick Tour
Show you the system, explain what goes where, make sure it makes sense. Adjust anything that feels awkward.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to organize it yourself? Here's how:
🔧 What you'll need
- Your existing bins
- Labels (printed, chalkboard, or just masking tape and marker)
- Maybe some small bins for inside if you only have wheelie bins
📐 Setting up a system
- Check your council website - what do they actually collect?
- Match your bins to those categories (usually 3-4 max)
- Put bins where you naturally create that waste (cardboard by front door, food waste by sink)
- Make labels VERY clear - pictures help more than words
- Test it for a week and adjust what doesn't work
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Too many categories (nobody will remember 8 different bins)
- Hiding bins where they won't get used
- Tiny labels that are hard to read
- Making it complicated ("clean food waste only" - just say "food waste")
💡 Pro trick: Put your general waste bin furthest away and recycling bins closest. People are lazy - use that. Make recycling the easier option and it'll actually happen.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Council just changed the rules? That happens. Relabelling is quick - I can come back and update everything, or you can do it yourself if you kept it simple.
Big family? You might need multiple small bins in the kitchen that all empty into the same wheelie bin outside. I can set that up - means less running outside to empty bins.
Small kitchen? Stack bins, use slim-profile ones, or put most recycling straight outside and just keep a small one inside. Plenty of ways to make it work in tight spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does recycling bin setup actually involve?
I organize your bins sensibly - whether that's outdoor wheelie bins, kitchen recycling containers, or both. Add labels if you want them, set up dividers in larger bins, and arrange everything so it's actually easy to use. If you've been meaning to get organized but never got round to it, this is that.
Do you supply the bins and labels?
I can work with what you've got, or advise what to buy and pick it up for you. Most people already have the bins from the council - they just need organizing and labelling properly. Labels I can make on the spot or you can buy nice printed ones.
Will this actually make my family recycle more?
Can't promise miracles, but a clear system helps. When everyone knows what goes where without having to think about it, they're more likely to do it. Label 'cardboard' and put it by where you open deliveries - much better than expecting people to walk to the other end of the kitchen.
Our council keeps changing what we can recycle - will I need to redo everything?
Fair point. That's why I use labels you can easily change - either write-on wipe-off or printed ones you can replace. The bin organization stays the same, just swap the label when rules change.
Can you set up recycling inside and outside?
Yes - that's usually the most sensible approach. Small bins in the kitchen for daily use, organized wheelie bins outside for when you empty them. I'll set it up so the inside bins match the outside ones - same labels, same system.
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