Contaminated fuel collection in Lewisham
In brief
Contaminated fuel collection in Lewisham: City Fuel Services collects petrol, diesel and gas oil holding water, AdBlue, oil, coolant or sludge from commercial sites, about 165 miles from our Droylsden site. Lightly contaminated loads can still earn a rebate; heavy contamination usually carries a charge. 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 | Lewisham, Lewisham, England |
| Nearest postcode districts | SE13 (less than a mile), SE4 (about 1 mile), SE3 (about 1 mile) |
| Distance from Droylsden | About 165 miles south-east, in a straight line |
| Paperwork | Hazardous waste consignment note |
Contaminated fuel collection in Lewisham: what we collect
- Sediment and rust from old tanks and drums
- Water from rain, condensation or worn seals
- Diesel bug: the slime and sludge that block filters
- AdBlue drained with the fuel
Sites around Lewisham
Lewisham sits within our London coverage. Its nearest postcode districts are SE13, SE4 and SE3, and these neighbouring places are on our list as well.
- St Johns, Lewisham less than a mile
- Blackheath, Lewisham less than a mile
- Lee, Lewisham less than a mile
- Hither Green less than a mile
- Ladywell, Lewisham less than a mile
- Blackheath Park about 1 mile
Describing contaminated fuel in Lewisham
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.
In England, where Lewisham is, waste fuel is hazardous waste regulated by the Environment Agency. You complete your part of the consignment note on the day and keep it with your records for three years.
Questions about contaminated fuel collection in Lewisham
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 Lewisham that have stood with water in them are where it usually turns up.
Will contaminated fuel from Lewisham 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; GOV.UK: digital waste tracking.