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title: Contaminated fuel collection in Freckleton | Lancashire
url: https://cityfuel.services/contaminated-fuel-collection/freckleton/
publisher: City Fuel Services Ltd
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# Contaminated fuel collection in Freckleton

In brief

For contaminated fuel collection in Freckleton, tell us what got into the fuel and roughly how much. We collect from tanks, bowsers, IBCs and drums around the PR4 district and agree terms after assessment. Call [07950 582635](tel:+447950582635) or [send an enquiry](https://cityfuel.services/enquiry/).

**Contaminated fuel collection in Freckleton: key facts**

| Material | Fuel with water, AdBlue, oil, coolant or sludge |
| --- | --- |
| What decides value | How much fuel is left, and what the contamination is |
| Payment | Rebate for light contamination; charge for heavy |
| Location | Freckleton, Lancashire, England |
| Nearest postcode districts | [PR4](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/pr4/) (about 2 miles), [FY8](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/fy8/) (about 5 miles), [FY4](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/fy4/) (about 7 miles) |
| Distance from Droylsden | About 35 miles north-west, in a straight line |
| Paperwork | Hazardous waste consignment note |

## Contaminated fuel collection in Freckleton: what we collect

- AdBlue drained with the fuel
- Engine, gearbox or hydraulic oil mixed in
- Sediment and rust from old tanks and drums
- Water from rain, condensation or worn seals

## Sites around Freckleton

Sites near Freckleton are covered as part of Lancashire. The nearest postcode districts are PR4, FY8 and FY4, and these neighbouring places are on our list too.

- [Warton (PR4) less than a mile](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/warton-lancashire/)
- [Hall Cross about 1 mile](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/hall-cross/)
- [Warton Bank about 1 mile](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/warton-bank/)
- [Bryning about 1 mile](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/bryning/)
- [Kellamergh about 1 mile](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/kellamergh/)
- [Newton with Scales about 2 miles](https://cityfuel.services/waste-fuel-collection/newton-with-scales/)

## Describing contaminated fuel in Freckleton

Photos of the containers and of a settled sample speed things up for sites around Freckleton, and they help us bring the right equipment.

Waste fuel from Freckleton is hazardous waste under the Environment Agency's rules for England. Each load moves on a hazardous waste consignment note, and producers keep their copies for three years.

## Questions about contaminated fuel collection in Freckleton

### Do I need to test the fuel first?

No. A description, photos and a look at a sample in a clear jar are enough for us to start.

### What is diesel bug?

A growth of bacteria and fungi where water meets diesel. Tanks around Freckleton that have stood with water in them are where it usually turns up.

### Will contaminated fuel from Freckleton always cost me money?

Not always. Fuel with a little water or another material can still have recoverable value. Sludge, tank bottoms and heavy diesel bug usually carry a charge.

**Official guidance:** [GOV.UK: hazardous waste rules for England](https://www.gov.uk/dispose-hazardous-waste); [GOV.UK: digital waste tracking](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/digital-waste-tracking-check-if-you-need-to-report-the-waste-you-receive).

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City Fuel Services Ltd, Fairfield Road, Droylsden, Manchester M43 6AX. Call 07950 582635 or send an enquiry at https://cityfuel.services/enquiry/.