A cracked lid, a seized castor or a split body does not always mean you need a new bin. Here is how to decide whether to repair or replace a commercial bin, and where to find the parts.
Replacing a household bin? Bins for your home are usually provided by your local council, so check its website first. This guide is for businesses, sites and organisations that own their own containers.
Repair or replace?
| Problem | Usual fix |
|---|---|
| Broken or missing lid | Replace the lid |
| Worn or broken castors | Replace the castors |
| Lost or broken lock | Replace the lock |
| Rusted or worn steel container | Consider refurbishment |
| Split plastic body | Replace the bin |
| Bin no longer the right size | Replace the bin, or add a second one |
Stop using any bin that is unsafe to move or lift, and ask your waste collector if you are unsure whether they will still empty it.
Replacement wheelie bins and containers
If the body is beyond repair, match your old bin’s capacity and lifting type so that it still works with your collector’s vehicle. We supply:
- 240L and 360L plastic wheelie bins
- 240L steel wheelie bins
- 660L plastic containers
- 1100L SULO Citybac containers, with replacement lid and body options
- Steel containers from 500L to 1280L
Replacement bin lids
A new lid is often the quickest fix. We sell 240L wheelie bin lids in a choice of colours, as well as lids for trade waste containers, front-end loaders, rear-end loaders and skips. To find the right one, check your container’s capacity and how its lid fits, then browse our bin lids.
Castors, locks and spare parts
We also supply castors, locks, drain plugs and other bin spare parts to help keep containers in service.
Refurbish instead of replacing
If you run a number of steel containers, refurbishment can extend their life and reduce the need for new ones. Our bin refurbishment service covers repairs and restoration. If you would like to know more about the condition of your fleet, ask us about a waste container audit.
Not sure what you have?
Send us a photo of the bin along with any markings or measurements, and our team can help you identify the right replacement or part.
