Contaminated fuel collection in Haddington (EH41)
In brief
For contaminated fuel collection in Haddington (EH41), tell us what got into the fuel and roughly how much. We collect from tanks, bowsers, IBCs and drums around the EH41 district and agree terms after assessment. Call 07950 582635 or send an enquiry.
| 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 | Haddington, East Lothian, Scotland |
| Nearest postcode districts | EH41 (less than a mile), EH34 (about 5 miles), EH40 (about 5 miles) |
| Distance from Droylsden | About 170 miles north, in a straight line |
| Paperwork | Special waste consignment note |
Contaminated fuel collection in Haddington (EH41): 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 Haddington (EH41)
These are the places around Haddington (EH41) we also collect from. The nearest other town is East Linton, about 6 miles away, and the nearest postcode districts are EH41, EH34 and EH40.
- Huntington, East Lothian about 2 miles
- Bolton, East Lothian about 2 miles
- Camptoun about 3 miles
- Samuelston about 3 miles
- Athelstaneford about 3 miles
- Elvingston about 3 miles
Describing contaminated fuel in Haddington (EH41)
A clear jar and five minutes tell us most of what we need: look for a water layer at the bottom, slime between layers, and a red tint that points to gas oil.
Waste fuel collected in Haddington (EH41) is consigned under Scotland's special waste rules, with a SEPA code on every consignment note.
Questions about contaminated fuel collection in Haddington (EH41)
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 Haddington (EH41) that have stood with water in them are where it usually turns up.
Will contaminated fuel from Haddington (EH41) 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: SEPA: special waste.