Contaminated fuel collection in Northam (EX39)
In brief
Contaminated fuel collection in Northam (EX39) starts with a description: what got into the fuel, how much, and what it is stored in. From that we assess what value is left and confirm a rebate or a charge before we collect. 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 | Northam, Devon, England |
| Nearest postcode districts | EX39 (about 2 miles), EX33 (about 5 miles), EX31 (about 7 miles) |
| Distance from Droylsden | About 190 miles south-west, in a straight line |
| Paperwork | Hazardous waste consignment note |
Contaminated fuel collection in Northam (EX39): 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 Northam (EX39)
Northam (EX39) sits within our Devon coverage. Its nearest postcode districts are EX39, EX33 and EX31, and these neighbouring places are on our list as well.
- Diddywell less than a mile
- Westward Ho! less than a mile
- Buckleigh less than a mile
- Silford less than a mile
- Appledore (EX39) about 1 mile
- Orchard Hill about 1 mile
Describing contaminated fuel in Northam (EX39)
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 Northam (EX39) 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 Northam (EX39)
Can you take fuel with AdBlue in it?
Yes. Tell us it is there and roughly how much; AdBlue is mostly water, so it reduces the recoverable fuel in a load from Northam (EX39).
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 Northam (EX39) that have stood with water in them are where it usually turns up.
Official guidance: GOV.UK: hazardous waste rules for England; GOV.UK: digital waste tracking.