Wheelie bin cleaning: DIY vs professional

Wheelie bin cleaning: DIY vs professional

Should you clean your wheelie bin yourself or use a professional bin cleaning service? Both options can work. The choice usually comes down to time, effort, convenience and how regularly you want your bin cleaned. DIY cleaning means waiting until the bin is empty,...
Can I clean my wheelie bin with a garden hose?

Can I clean my wheelie bin with a garden hose?

No, you can’t clean your wheelie bin with a garden hose. You can rinse it. But the better question is: will a quick rinse give your bin the proper clean it needs? A hose can remove loose dirt and some residue. However, food waste, grease, bacteria and organic material...
Is your wheelie bin actually clean?

Is your wheelie bin actually clean?

Your wheelie bin is empty after collection day. But is it actually clean? There is an important difference between empty and clean. Rubbish collection removes your household waste, but food residue, grease, liquids, organic material and importantly bacteria remain...
How often should you clean your wheelie bin?

How often should you clean your wheelie bin?

There is no single answer for every household. It depends on what goes into your bin, how often rubbish is collected and the weather conditions. Households that regularly dispose of food waste, meat, fish or pet waste will benefit from more frequent cleaning, because...
Is professional wheelie bin cleaning worth it?

Is professional wheelie bin cleaning worth it?

You can clean your own wheelie bin. The real question is whether you want to. Cleaning a bin properly can mean dealing with dirty water, unpleasant smells, stubborn residue and the time it takes to scrub the bottom, sides, lid and rim. It is also one of those...
How to clean a wheelie bin properly

How to clean a wheelie bin properly

Cleaning a wheelie bin sounds simple — until you are faced with sticky residue, unpleasant smells and grime that has built up over time. The best time to clean your bin is after rubbish collection, when it is empty. Remove any remaining waste and pay attention to the...