By WasteFindr Team ·
Everything a UK waste carrier needs to know about WasteFindr - what we do, why we do it, what verification involves, and the exact steps to get listed and start receiving leads.
WasteFindr is a UK directory and lead platform built for licensed waste carriers, skip hire operators, house clearance firms and recycling specialists. If you are weighing up whether to join, this guide walks through exactly what the platform does, why we built it the way we did, and every step involved in getting your business live.
What WasteFindr actually is
WasteFindr connects householders, landlords, letting agents and commercial customers with licensed, verified waste businesses in their area. Customers search by location and service type, compare businesses side by side, and send an enquiry directly to the firms they like.
For your business, that means:
- A public profile page with your services, coverage area, photos, working hours and reviews
- Enquiries (leads) delivered straight to your dashboard and inbox
- A business dashboard with quoting, invoicing and Waste Transfer Note tools
- Verification badges that show customers you are licensed and insured
- Local landing pages that help you get found in the towns and cities you serve
Why we built it
The UK waste sector has a trust problem. Fly-tipping costs councils and landowners millions every year, and a large share of it starts with a householder unknowingly paying an unlicensed operator to "take it away". Meanwhile, legitimate carriers - who pay for their licence, insurance, tipping fees and compliance - are undercut by people with a van and no paperwork.
WasteFindr exists to tilt that balance:
1. Every listed business is checked against the public waste carrier registers. Customers see who is genuinely licensed.
2. Compliance is visible, not buried. Licence status, insurance and accreditation badges sit on your profile where customers actually look.
3. Duty of Care is made easy. Digital Waste Transfer Notes mean the paperwork gets done properly, every job.
Put simply: we want the licensed operator to win the job.
Who can join
WasteFindr is open to UK businesses that legally handle, transport or dispose of waste, including:
- Waste carriers and man-and-van clearance services
- Skip hire and grab hire operators
- House, office and garden clearance companies
- Builders waste and construction clearance specialists
- WEEE, scrap metal and specialist recycling firms
- Sole traders as well as limited companies
The core requirement is a valid Environment Agency (or NRW / SEPA / NIEA) waste carrier registration in your business or trading name.
What you will need before you start
Have these to hand - it makes setup a ten minute job rather than a week-long back and forth:
- Your waste carrier licence/registration number and expiry date
- Public liability insurance certificate (and employers liability if you have staff)
- Company details: trading name, address, contact phone and email
- A logo and a few photos of your vehicles or completed jobs
- The list of services you offer and the towns/postcodes you cover
- Any extra accreditations (SafeContractor, CHAS, ISO, trade body membership)
The steps to get listed
Step 1 - Register your business account
Click the List your Business button and choose the business option. You will enter your name, business email and a password. Passwords must be at least 10 characters with a mix of character types.
Step 2 - Verify your email address
We send a verification link to the address you registered with. You must click it - your account stays dormant until you do, and the onboarding emails will not follow. If it has not arrived within a few minutes, check spam and promotions folders, then contact us and we will resend it.
Step 3 - Complete your business profile
Once verified, you land in your dashboard with a guided setup. Fill in:
- Business name, description and contact details
- Service categories you want to appear under
- Towns, cities and regions you cover
- Working hours and any emergency/out-of-hours availability
- Logo, cover photo and gallery images
- Website and social links
The more complete your profile, the higher you tend to rank in local search results and the more enquiries you receive.
Step 4 - Upload your compliance documents
Upload your waste carrier licence and insurance certificates in the Documents section. Include expiry dates - the platform tracks them and reminds you before anything lapses.
Step 5 - Verification and approval
Our team reviews your submission and cross-checks your licence against the public registers. Straightforward applications are usually approved within one to two working days. If something does not match - a trading name difference, an expired certificate - we email you and tell you exactly what is needed.
Once approved, your profile goes live in the directory and your Verified badge appears.
Step 6 - Choose your plan
New businesses start with a three month free trial so you can test the platform properly before paying anything. You select the plan you want to move on to after the trial. Plans are billed monthly in pounds sterling, with no annual lock-in, and you can change or cancel at any time. Full details are on the Pricing page.
Step 7 - Start working your leads
When a customer enquires, you get an email and a dashboard notification. From the lead you can:
- Review the job details and customer contact information
- Build and send a branded quote as a PDF
- Convert the accepted quote into an invoice
- Issue a digital Waste Transfer Note with on-screen signature capture
- Track everything through to payment
Getting the most out of your listing
- Reply fast. The first business to respond wins a disproportionate share of jobs.
- Ask for reviews. Star ratings are one of the strongest signals customers use.
- Keep documents current. A lapsed licence removes your verified status until it is renewed.
- Widen your service areas sensibly. Cover the places you genuinely travel to - accuracy beats reach.
- Fill in every field. Complete profiles convert far better than sparse ones.
Support while you set up
If you get stuck at any stage, use the Support section in your dashboard or email the team. There is also a built-in Knowledge Base covering profiles, documents, quoting, invoicing, Waste Transfer Notes and billing.
Ready to join?
If you are a licensed UK waste business, getting listed takes minutes and the first three months are free. Register now and start receiving enquiries from customers who specifically want a licensed, verified operator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join WasteFindr?
Any UK business that legally transports or disposes of waste, including sole traders, provided you hold a valid waste carrier registration with the Environment Agency, NRW, SEPA or NIEA in your business or trading name.
How long does approval take?
Most applications are reviewed within one to two working days once your profile and compliance documents are uploaded. If anything needs clarifying we email you with exactly what is required.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. New businesses get a three month free trial. You choose the plan you move onto afterwards, billing is monthly in pounds sterling, and you can change or cancel at any time.
What documents do I need to upload?
Your waste carrier licence or registration certificate and your public liability insurance (plus employers liability if you have staff). Any extra accreditations such as CHAS or ISO can also be added.
What happens when I receive a lead?
You get an email and a dashboard notification with the job details. From there you can send a branded quote, convert it to an invoice, and issue a digital Waste Transfer Note once the job is done.
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