When was the last time you compared your waste and recycling contract? If it’s been more than a year or two, you could be missing out on strata waste cost savings, improved service options and more sustainable outcomes.
For strata, facility and property managers, waste services are often one of the larger recurring costs – but unlike insurance or energy providers, they tend to fly under the radar when it comes to regular reviews.
Taking time to assess your current waste and recycling arrangement every 12 to 24 months can help ensure you’re still getting value for money, meeting your site’s changing needs, and complying with evolving regulations.
Keep your pricing competitive
Waste industry pricing can shift with fuel costs, landfill levies, material recovery rates and local collection logistics. What may have been a competitive price two years ago may now be well above market rates. Comparing providers ensures your contract remains aligned with current pricing and service standards.
Better services, tailored for your site
Reviewing your waste plan isn’t just about cost – it’s an opportunity to reassess whether the bins, collection schedule and recycling options are still fit for purpose. Maybe your site needs a more frequent pickup, a move towards organics separation, or a tailored solution for bulky items or e-waste. Wanless can help audit your needs and refine your services accordingly.
Don’t put profits in the wrong bin
Part of our waste audit includes ensuring you have the right bin sizes, collection frequency and access for your site. Using the wrong size bin or too many collections can drive up costs unnecessarily, and too little capacity can lead to overflows and compliance issues. Make sure there’s enough clearance for waste trucks to safely reach the bins, especially in tight driveways, loading docks, or underground car parks. We’ll help you ensure that larger bins like skips aren’t blocking emergency exits or tenant parking and have a safe drop-off and pick-up point.
Sustainability and compliance matters
More strata and property portfolios are seeking greener outcomes, whether that’s reducing landfill, cutting carbon emissions, or meeting ESG goals. A contemporary waste management partner like Wanless can provide accurate reporting, recycling tracking, and the ability to support sustainability frameworks or certifications like NABERS Waste.
Why partner with Wanless?
At Wanless, we work with property managers, owners’ corporations and facilities teams across Australia to provide smarter waste and resource recovery solutions. We’re transparent on pricing, proactive in our service, and focused on helping our clients reduce both costs and environmental impact.
And here’s the kicker – we often find savings of 20% or more! This can translate into thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars each year, depending on the size of the site. So, if you haven’t reviewed your waste contract in a while, now’s the perfect time. Our friendly team can provide a no-obligation waste audit and pricing comparison to help you make an informed decision.
Let’s talk waste – and how to do it better.
Contact Wanless today to book your site assessment or get started with a pricing review.