When the trampoline has had its last bounce
Few garden items take up as much space as a trampoline. When the kids grow out of it, or years of weather have taken their toll, it often stays put simply because getting rid of it feels like a project in itself. The frame, springs, poles and netting all need taking apart before anything can be moved. That's the situation for Lesley in Sheffield, who has an old trampoline that's ready to go.
The job
Lesley needs one large item removed:
- An 8ft round garden trampoline, including the frame, mat, springs, safety net enclosure and poles, and the access ladder
The trampoline is outside at ground level, so there are no stairs or tight indoor spaces to deal with. The challenge is the dismantling. Trampolines are held together by dozens of tightly tensioned springs, and the enclosure poles and netting are fixed to the frame with bolts and clips. Taking it apart without the right tools and know-how can be slow, frustrating and even risky, as springs can snap back under tension.
Rather than tackle it alone, Lesley requested a no-obligation quote through Rubbish.com and was matched with a local waste carrier. For a job like this, a man-and-van garden clearance service makes the most sense: the team will have the tools and experience to take the trampoline apart safely, and the van will have room for every piece in a single trip.
How the collection will go
Once the job is booked, our local partner will arrive with the tools needed to take the trampoline apart. They'll remove the safety net and poles, release the springs, separate the mat and break down the frame into manageable sections before loading everything onto the van. With good ground-level access, the whole job is expected to be completed in a single visit.
Where an old trampoline goes
A trampoline is made from several materials, and much of it can be recycled. The galvanised steel frame, legs, poles and springs can all go for scrap metal recycling, which recovers valuable steel. The jumping mat and safety net are usually made from synthetic fabrics and are sorted separately, while foam padding and plastic covers go for recycling where possible or responsible disposal.
In Sheffield, residents can take household waste to one of the city's five free household waste recycling centres, as set out on Sheffield City Council's page on disposing of household waste yourself. But a dismantled trampoline's long frame sections and poles rarely fit in a car, and there's still the job of taking it apart first, so a collection that includes dismantling is often the simpler option.
Whoever takes your waste away, it's worth checking they're a registered waste carrier. Householders have a duty of care for their waste, and using an authorised collector helps make sure it isn't fly-tipped.
Getting rid of a trampoline in Sheffield?
If you have an old trampoline, climbing frame or other garden play equipment to clear in Sheffield or the wider S5 area, booking a collection with dismantling included saves you the time, tools and effort.
A few tips to help it go smoothly:
- Mention the size. Trampolines range from 6ft to 16ft and beyond, so give the diameter when you ask for a quote.
- Say if it has an enclosure. Safety nets and poles add to the dismantling time.
- Clear the area around it. Moving garden furniture and toys out of the way gives the team room to work.
- Check access. Let the carrier know if the route from the garden to the van is narrow or has steps.
Lesley's quote, provided by local waste carrier
M&O Rubbish, shows how even an awkward garden item can be dismantled and cleared quickly and responsibly in one visit.
