Disposing of concrete waste in Wellington isn’t as straightforward as tipping a wheelbarrow into the bin. Unlike general rubbish, concrete is classified as hardfill - it’s heavy, restricted, and subject to strict disposal rules. Get it wrong and you could face sky-high charges or even be turned away.

Before you start loading a trailer or booking a bin, here are some common mistakes and local rules you should know:

• Mixing loads: Facilities and quarries only accept clean concrete — no soil, wood, plastic, or rubbish. Contaminated loads are reclassified as general waste (at a higher cost) or refused entirely.

• Overloading: Concrete is deceptively heavy. Overfilled bins or trailers can be unsafe, uncollectable, and will often incur hefty surcharges.

• Placement rules: Skip bins on public roads in Wellington require a Council permit and safety compliance (reflective markers, no obstruction of traffic). Permits take time and cost extra.

• Illegal dumping fines: Leaving concrete on berms, in reserves, or on building sites without disposal arrangements can result in infringement notices. Councils actively monitor for this.

• Underestimating cost: Because you pay by weight at the tip, even “small” piles can rack up big bills.

Plan ahead, keep your load clean, and choose the right disposal method — it’ll save you stress and money.

Option 1: Tip / Landfill – Pay by Weight 💰

The most obvious route is to take your concrete to the tip. You load up a trailer or ute, drive to the landfill, weigh in, dump, and weigh out.

Pros:

• You control the timing — go when it suits you

• Can be cheapest for small quantities if you already have the transport
  

Cons:

• Depending on the landfill you'll likely Pay by weight — around $250+ per tonne adds up very quickly

• You’ll likely need multiple trips with small loads

• Heavy, manual work — you load it twice

• Damage risk to vehicles or trailers if overloaded

Common mistake: Thinking a trailer of concrete will cost “a few dollars” — it’s often hundreds.

Option 2: Quarry Drop-Off – For Companies Only 🏗️

Quarries can crush clean concrete into new aggregate. It’s cost-effective and eco-friendly — but not open to everyone.

Pros:

• Often cheaper than landfill disposal

• Waste is recycled into construction material

• Good option for large, clean loads

Cons:

• Most quarries only accept loads from registered companies

• Clean loads only — any contamination means rejection

• You must arrange your own transport, and quarries may be further afield

Common mistake: Turning up without an account or with a mixed load — you’ll be turned away and sent to the landfill at full price.

Option 3: Bolt Bins – Built for Concrete 🚀

Here’s the local solution that skips the weight-based surprises. Bolt Bins provides heavy-duty bulk bags designed for concrete, bricks, and rubble — with flat pricing and Wellington-friendly service.

Why it works so well:

• Same-day delivery & pickup: Order before 2pm, get your bag today. When it’s full, we can often collect the same day.

• Flat price: No overweight charges — our service is built around realistic concrete weights.

• Perfect for tricky access: Bags arrive folded, so we can carry them through gates, down driveways, even up steps.

Why Bolt Bins Works Better in Wellington

Wellington’s steep driveways, narrow accessways, and dense suburbs make heavy waste tricky. Bolt Bins is designed for exactly these conditions:

• One price, no guessing

• Flexible placement — ideal for hard-to-reach sites

• Local team who knows the area and can advise on what’s allowed

• Responsible disposal — concrete is taken to the right facilities

How It Works

1. We Deliver: Same-day empty bag drop-off if ordered before 2pm.

2. You Fill: With clean concrete, bricks, or rubble.

3. We Collect: Often same day, with no hidden fees.

Ready to get rid of that concrete pile without the surprises? Book a Bolt Bin today and make concrete disposal in Wellington fast, simple, and stress-free.