Updated October 2026
Lucas Heights is one of the Shire's smallest residential areas: a compact pocket of family homes next to Barden Ridge, with bushland close by. Much of the postcode is bush and non-residential land, so the rubbish removal work here is ordinary family-home work in a quieter corner. Garages fill up, gardens on the bush edge keep producing prunings, and homes bought as the area grew are now reaching renovation and downsizing age.
The rubbish removal crews we work with cover Lucas Heights on their Menai and Barden Ridge runs. They load everything themselves and take it away in one visit.
Common jobs in Lucas Heights
- Garage and shed clean-outs in established family homes
- Green waste from gardens backing onto bushland
- Old furniture, mattresses and whitegoods
- Downsizing and pre-sale clear-outs
What it costs
Guide pricing only: small loads start from around $70 to $150 for a minimum callout, and a full garage or house clear-out can run into four figures. Volume and access set the price, and most homes here have straightforward driveway access. The cost guide explains how load volumes are measured so any quote is easy to check.
The crew loads it all, so there is no skip on the driveway and no lifting for you.
Frequently asked questions
Do crews come out to Lucas Heights regularly?
Yes. It sits next to Barden Ridge on the regular Menai district run, so lead times are the same as the rest of the Shire, often a day or two.
Can green waste and household junk go in one pickup?
Yes. Mixed loads are common. Say what is in the pile when you ask for a quote so the price allows for it.
What about tyres and chemicals?
Tyres can be taken for a per-tyre fee. Chemicals cannot go on a general truck, but a Community Recycling Centre takes household paint and chemicals free.