Rapid Waste Removal

Veteran-owned waste clearance in Plymouth

Rapid Waste Removal Ltd is a waste clearance company based in Plymouth, Devon, established in 2024. It is veteran-owned and operates as a licensed waste carrier (registration CBDU519875). The company serves Plymouth, Plympton, Plymstock, Ivybridge, Saltash and surrounding areas, providing both domestic and commercial clearance services.

The business was founded by Callam Alexander after more than a decade in the British military, including service in the 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery, operational deployments, instructing recruits and supporting NHS hospitals during the pandemic. The team includes Scott, a Staff Sergeant with 22 years in 29 Commando, who works as Team Leader; Jack, a former Babcock employee, as Second-in-Command; and Siobhan as Company Director and Company Secretary.

Clearance services for homes and businesses

The company offers a range of clearance services. For domestic customers, these include house clearances, garden waste removal, furniture and appliance removal, garage clearances and renovation waste. For commercial clients, services cover property portfolios, construction waste, property management, end-of-tenancy clearances, site clearances and warehouse clearances.

Single-item collections are also available, with the website listing mattresses, fridges, sofas, washing machines, sheds and hot tubs as examples. The service is designed to handle mixed waste, garden waste, rubble and soil, with responsible disposal through appropriate facilities. The company states that it sorts waste to support reuse, recycling and responsible disposal.

Rapid Quote: photo-based estimates

Rapid Waste Removal has developed a photo-based estimation tool called Rapid Quote. Customers can upload up to two photos of the waste they need removed, and the system assesses the job to provide an estimate in seconds. The website gives an example estimate of £140–£190 for a mixed garden and rubble load. For an immediate response, the company invites customers to call or use WhatsApp.

The clearance process follows a five-step operational standard: arrive at the agreed time, assess and confirm the price, clear the waste, sweep the area clean, and dispose of waste responsibly. The company emphasises punctuality, straightforward communication and a tidy finish.

Reputation and customer feedback

At the time of writing, the website displays a 5.0 Google rating based on 239 public reviews. Customer testimonials highlight punctuality, efficient shed dismantling and removal, cleanliness, friendly service and good value. The company presents these reviews as evidence of its service standards.

Coverage and operations

Based in Plymouth, the company operates across Plymouth and nearby towns including Plympton, Plymstock, Ivybridge and Saltash. Its collection vehicle supports rapid response for domestic and commercial clearances, handling multiple waste types. The company is registered as a waste carrier with the Environment Agency under registration number CBDU519875.