Request a larger bin

How to request a larger bin for your household.

Apply for a larger or extra bin for your household needs

You can apply for a bigger or extra bin if you have a large household, young children in nappies or your household produces extra waste due to medical needs. 

Find out if you qualify

We provide a standard 180 litre bin to all households. You may already have a 240 litre bin from the previous district's scheme, this is the same size as a garden waste bin.

Please check what bin you have before you contact us. The size is usually listed on the lid or lip of the bin.

If do not already have a 240 litre bin or if you already have a 240 litre bin and need a bigger one you might qualify depending on your situation.

Qualifying for a 240 litre bin

To qualify for a 240 litre bin your household must have:

  • five or more people permanently living there
  • four or more people permanently living there, including one child (0 to 3 years) in full-time disposable nappies
  • three or more people permanently living there, including two or more children (0 to 3 years) in full-time disposable nappies
  • someone permanently living there with a diagnosed health condition resulting in more medical waste (a medical note is required)

Qualifying for a bin with more capacity than 240 litres

To qualify for a bin with more capacity than 240 litres, your household must have:

  • six or more people permanently living there
  • five or more people permanently living there, including one child (0 to 3 years) in full-time disposable nappies
  • four or more people permanently living there, including two or more children (0 to 3 years) in full-time disposable nappies
  • someone permanently living there with a diagnosed health condition resulting in significantly more medical waste (a medical note is required)

You must have proof of each person permanently living in the household. 

The details you give us will help us calculate which bin size you qualify for.

An online form will be available soon. In the meantime, please contact us. 

Request a bin swap in Allerdale

If you currently have a small (120 or 140 litre) bin you can request to swap to a larger (180 litre bin) as part of the upcoming waste changes in Allerdale.

Request a bin swap

Contact us

We are happy to offer advice and support if needed. 

Contact our customer service team on 0300 373 3730.

Find useful guidance on what you can recycle.