Our work
Before & After
A recent clearance — cleared, loaded and disposed of responsibly.
Clearances either side of the River Looe
Waste Removal in Looe
Looe is split by the River Looe, with East Looe and West Looe joined by the arched bridge over the harbour. Narrow lanes off Fore Street and Buller Street, plus steep hillsides above Hannafore Point, shape how we plan every collection, from single bulky items to full cottage clearances.
Quayside and Fore Street Access
Vans are sized for the tight lanes around Fore Street and the quayside in East Looe.
Fishermen's Cottage Clearances
We clear small terraced and fishermen's cottages in the old streets of East Looe, carrying items out by hand where vans cannot reach.
Hannafore Hills and Marine Drive
Steep roads around Marine Drive and Hannafore Point mean we plan parking and carrying routes before every West Looe job.
Salt-Damaged Furniture and Fittings
Damp, salt-worn furniture, old fishing gear and worn-out seaside fittings are regular loads for us around the harbour.
Built around Looe's harbour streets
Waste Services for Looe's Cottages, Lets and Quayside Businesses
Fishermen's Cottage Clearances
We empty compact terraced cottages in East Looe's old streets, carrying furniture and boxes down narrow steps and lanes.
Holiday Let Changeovers
We clear abandoned furniture, bedding and bulky leftovers from holiday properties around Hannafore and Marine Drive between summer bookings.
Seaside Garden Waste
We remove hedge trimmings, brambles and green waste from steep gardens on the hillsides above West Looe and the river valley.
Quayside Shop and Café Rubbish
We collect old fittings, packaging and shop clear-outs from businesses on Fore Street and along the quay.
Renovation Rubble Removal
We take away plaster, timber and old kitchens from refurbishments of period buildings around Buller Street and Higher Market Street.
Bulky Furniture and Appliance Pickup
We lift sofas, mattresses and white goods out of upstairs flats and hillside homes across East and West Looe.
Local knowledge of Looe's tight streets
Why Looe Homes and Businesses Call Us
Quick to Reach Both Banks
We can cover East Looe and West Looe on the same day, whichever side of the bridge you are on.
Careful in Historic Streets
We handle items with care around older buildings and tight doorways near Fore Street and Buller Street.
Clear Pricing for Small Homes
Many Looe cottages produce small to medium loads, so our quotes reflect the actual volume rather than a standard van fee.
How a Looe clearance runs
From Your Call to a Clear Cottage in East or West Looe
Tell Us Where You Are
Give us your street, whether it is East Looe, West Looe or Hannafore, and note any steps, slopes or parking limits.
Get Your Free Quote
We give a price range based on what needs to go and how easy the access is around the harbour.
We Load and Carry
Our team carries items out by hand through narrow lanes and steep entrances and loads the van efficiently.
Sorted Disposal
We take waste for sorting and disposal, with reusable items kept out of the waste stream where possible.
Homes that make up Looe
Property Types We Clear Across East and West Looe
Fishermen's and Terraced Cottages
Tightly packed cottages in the old streets of East Looe often have narrow stairs and limited van access.
Holiday and Coastal Properties
Holiday lets and seaside homes around Hannafore and Marine Drive need quick clearances between guests and after seasonal changeovers.
Listed and Historic Buildings
Older buildings around Fore Street and Higher Market Street call for careful handling and protected doorways.
Bungalows and Hillside Homes
Bungalows and family houses on the slopes above the harbour in West Looe often have steep drives and garden waste.
Where we collect around Looe
Covering East Looe, West Looe and the Barbican
East Looe
We collect from the harbourfront, Fore Street and the streets behind the quay on the eastern bank.
West Looe
We work the western bank of the river, including the steep roads leading toward Hannafore Point.
Barbican
We serve the compact harbourside streets of the Barbican, where we plan van positioning around the quay.
A working harbour town under Looe Island
Fishing Heritage and Seaside Streets Shape Every Job
Looe's working harbour, the Banjo Pier and the view across to Looe Island define the town, and the same narrow, tourist-busy streets affect how and when we load.
Historic Buildings Near Higher Market Street
The Old Guildhall Museum and the historic buildings around Higher Market Street mean careful handling and no damage to older frontages during clearances.
Cottages Along Buller Street
Buller Street and neighbouring lanes are lined with small, tightly packed period homes where carrying by hand is often the safest option.
Bridge and Quay Congestion
Traffic over the bridge between East and West Looe slows in summer, so we time collections around peak visitor hours.
Seasonal Holiday Turnover
Summer and the run-up to September's Looe Music Festival bring heavy holiday-let use and changeover waste to the town.
Summer weekends and Looe Music Festival week fill the quay and Fore Street with visitors, so morning collections are usually easiest. Tell us if your clearance involves Buller Street or a steep West Looe lane so we can send the right van and crew.
Clear ranges for Looe-sized loads
What Waste Removal Costs for Looe Cottages and Holiday Lets
| Load size | Typical contents | Indicative range |
|---|---|---|
| Single item pickup | One sofa, mattress or appliance from a cottage or flat | £50 – £110 |
| Small cottage load | A few bags plus several items, roughly a quarter of a van | £90 – £200 |
| Holiday let changeover | Half a van of furniture, bedding and bulky leftovers | £160 – £350 |
| Full cottage clear | Around three-quarters of a van from a small terraced home | £240 – £500 |
| Large clearance | A full Luton van from a bigger house or renovation job | £320 – £650 |
Prices are indicative ranges only and subject to survey. Actual costs depend on volume, waste type, weight, access, labour and disposal requirements. Heavy rubble, soil, hazardous materials and certain bulky items may require separate assessment.
Beyond the harbour
Waste Removal in Villages Around Looe
Pelynt
We serve the village north of Looe, popular with rural households needing garden and bulky waste removal.
Pelynt Waste RemovalDownderry
We cover the coastal village along the road east of Looe, including holiday homes and seaside gardens.
Downderry Waste RemovalReady to clear it?
Ready to Clear Your Looe Property?
Whether you are in a quayside cottage in Looe, a holiday let near Hannafore or a hillside home in West Looe, we are ready to help. Call 07337 643350 or email info@wasteclearancecornwall.co.uk for a free quote. Open Mon–Sat 7am–8pm, Sunday 9am–5pm.
Questions from Looe customers
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cover villages outside Looe such as Pelynt and Downderry?
Yes, we collect from Pelynt and Downderry as well as East Looe, West Looe and the Barbican. Give us your address when you call and we will confirm the details.
How do you dispose of waste collected in Looe?
We sort loads after collection so reusable and recyclable items are kept out of the general waste stream where possible. Anything else is taken to appropriate disposal sites.
Can you remove heavy items from upstairs flats and cottages in the old streets of East Looe?
Yes. Our team carries bulky furniture and appliances down narrow stairs and along tight lanes near Fore Street and Buller Street. Let us know about steps or limited access when you book.
How do I get a quote for a clearance in Looe?
Call 07337 643350 or email info@wasteclearancecornwall.co.uk with your address, a description of what needs to go and any access details for East or West Looe. We will give you a free price range.