Loft clearance in Bolton
Clearing a loft in Bolton? Here's what the council will and won't do, checked against Bolton Council and Recycle for Greater Manchester pages on 31 October 2026.
- Bolton's bulky crews collect from inside only at ground floor level
- So loft items must be brought down first
- Bags of miscellaneous items and clothing are not collected
- Loose toys are limited to five, not bagged
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The council collection
The council bulky collection terms say items inside must be at ground floor level, so crews will not go up to a loft. You need to get everything down first. It takes items such as suitcases, rugs, lamps, toys (up to five loose, not bagged) and furniture, at £41 for up to five items.
What it will not take
- Bags of miscellaneous items
- Clothing
- Packaging
- Printers, PC monitors and laptops
- Fixtures and fittings
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Lofts can be hot, dusty and poorly lit, and old insulation or boards may need care. If you are not sure what something is, leave it and get advice. A clearance company will bring things down for you.
Rough costs
| Load | Rough private price |
|---|---|
| Small load (a few bags and items) | £60 to £100 |
| Half a van | £150 to £250 |
| Full van | £250 to £400 or more |
Loft full and no way to get it down?
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