How to Handle Rubbish Removal During a House Move
Moving house is a huge task—even under the best circumstances. Between packing boxes, coordinating movers, and updating your address with a dozen different services, the last thing you want to deal with is piles of unwanted junk.
Yet, if you’ve lived in your home for a while, chances are you’ve accumulated more stuff than you realise. From broken furniture and outdated electronics to long-forgotten junk in the shed, managing rubbish removal during a house move can quickly become overwhelming.
At Amigo Rubbish Removal, we help Sydney locals clear out fast—especially when time is tight and stress is high. In this guide, we’ll show you how to tackle the rubbish side of your move with ease.
1. Start Sorting Early
Moving day sneaks up faster than you think. To avoid a last-minute scramble, start sorting your belongings 2–3 weeks ahead. Create three piles:
- Keep (going to the new home)
- Donate/Sell (still usable but no longer needed)
- Rubbish (broken, old, or unusable items)
Once the “rubbish” pile starts growing, you’ll know exactly how much needs to go—and whether it’s worth booking a same-day pickup with Amigo.
Tip: Focus on large, bulky items early—old furniture, mattresses, and broken appliances take up the most space and are often the hardest to move.
2. Don’t Rely on Council Pickups
It might be tempting to stack your old junk on the kerb and hope the council takes care of it—but this approach rarely works when you’re moving house.
Council cleanups in Sydney are often:
- Slow: You’ll need to book weeks in advance
- Limited: There are restrictions on volume and types of waste
- Unreliable: They won’t collect certain materials like renovation debris, white goods, or oversized furniture
For a stress-free alternative, Amigo Rubbish Removal offers same-day pickups—so nothing gets left behind or delays your move.
3. Avoid the Hassle of Skip Bins
Hiring a skip bin might sound like a good idea, but during a move, it often creates more problems than it solves:
- You’ll need a permit if placing it on the street
- You have to load it yourself—time-consuming and tiring
- You’re paying for a fixed bin size, whether you fill it or not
- You’ll still need to wait for someone to pick it up
Instead, book our professional team to handle all the lifting and disposal for you. We arrive on time, load your rubbish, and leave your property completely cleared out—perfect for end-of-lease situations or pre-sale prep.
4. Clear Sheds, Garages and Outdoor Areas
Outdoor areas are often neglected until the final hours of a move—and they’re where some of the heaviest junk tends to live. Think:
- Old paint cans (not accepted by council pickups)
- Broken lawn furniture
- Rusty tools or gardening gear
- Bits of timber, bricks, or leftover renovation waste
Our crew at Amigo Rubbish Removal is equipped to handle all kinds of bulky waste, especially the type the council won’t touch.
We also offer shed, garage and backyard clearouts, saving you precious time when your moving date is fast approaching.
5. Don’t Move What You’ll Just Throw Out Later
It costs time and money to pack, transport, and unpack belongings. If you already know you don’t need something—don’t bring it along.
Ask yourself: Would I buy this again today? If the answer is no, it might be time to toss it.
Why wait to throw it out at the new place when you can call Amigo and get it gone before the truck even arrives?
6. We Help You Leave the Place Spotless
If you’re a tenant, bond cleaning is a big deal. Leaving rubbish behind can mean forfeiting hundreds of dollars. If you’re a seller, it could impact the buyer’s final walkthrough.
We work with property managers, landlords, and real estate agents across Sydney, and we know how to get a place cleared to professional standards.
With Amigo Rubbish Removal, you won’t have to worry about complaints, re-cleans, or last-minute panic. We get in, get it done, and leave your old place spotless—so you can focus on what’s next.
7. Last-Minute Junk? We’ve Got You Covered
No matter how organised you are, there’s always a little bit of chaos on moving day. That one storage cupboard you forgot. The broken chair you swore you got rid of. The old washing machine that doesn’t fit the new laundry space.
Same-day rubbish removal is ideal for these scenarios. Even if you only realise the problem on the day of your move, give us a call—we’ll do our best to help you out before the movers even finish the job.
Why Choose Amigo Rubbish Removal for Your Move?
- ✅ Same-day pickups across the Sydney metro area
- ✅ No hidden fees, no surprises
- ✅ We load everything—you don’t lift a finger
- ✅ 10% off your first pickup (just mention “Amigo Junk”)
- ✅ Trusted by renters, homeowners and real estate professionals
Our team is friendly, fast, and experienced. We’ve helped thousands of Sydneysiders move out without the mess—and we’d love to help you too.
Book Today and Move Without the Mess
If you’re planning a move and rubbish is part of the picture, don’t wait until the last minute. Contact Amigo Rubbish Removal and let us take care of the dirty work so you can focus on the fresh start ahead.