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Fully Licensed Collection
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Responsible Processing
Safe disposal and
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose DME Tyres?
- What makes DME Tyres different from other waste collectors?
At DME Tyres Ltd, we combine over 40 years of industry experience with a commitment to the highest standards of compliance, service, and environmental care. What sets us apart is:
- Nationwide mainland coverage with a large, modern, GPS-tracked fleet
- Well-trained, expert, and experienced team delivering a consistently high standard of service
- Full Environment Agency site licence and waste carrier licence
- Safe and secure tyre storage, in line with our full site licence and ISO 14001:2015 environmental accredited management system
- WAMITAB qualified staff ensuring technical compliance
- Active members of the Tyre Recovery Association and Responsible Recycler Scheme
- PAS107 quality accredited products, ensuring the highest recycling standards
- Proven track record, having processed over 120 million tyres to date
When you work with DME Tyres, you’re choosing a company that is professional, reliable, and trusted across the UK — not just another waste collector.
Compliance & Responsibility
- Why is it important to use a fully licensed facility like DME Tyres Ltd instead of just anyone?
Using a fully licensed facility ensures tyres are managed in line with strict environmental and safety standards. Large piles of tyres are a serious fire hazard, and once ignited, they can burn for days, weeks, or even months, releasing toxic black smoke that is harmful to both people and the environment.
It is vital to check that any tyre collector or processor you use is fully licensed — not just holding a waste carrier licence. You remain legally responsible for your tyres even after they leave your premises. Some unethical operators illegally stockpile tyres beyond legal limits or dump them on roadsides, leaving taxpayers or landowners to foot the cleanup bill.
Your responsibility doesn’t end when the tyres are collected. The Environment Agency can trace waste back to you, and if your tyres are found with an unlicensed operator, you could face prosecution.
At DME Tyres Ltd, our Burntwood facility is a fully licensed Environment Agency site, equipped with fire prevention systems, engineered hardstanding, sealed drainage, and strict site security. This means your tyres are stored in safe, controlled, and fully compliant conditions, protecting your business from risk while helping to safeguard the environment.
Collections & Service
- What areas do you cover?
We provide collections UK-wide across the mainland, giving customers nationwide coverage they can rely on.
- How quickly can you collect my tyres?
Tyre collections are generally completed within 7–10 working days once booked in. However, we always do our best to accommodate customer needs and arrange collections as quickly as possible.
- Do you offer regular scheduled collections?
Yes — we can arrange regular scheduled collections, provided you meet the minimum collection requirement (50 car tyres or 20 truck tyres).
- How much do you charge for collections?
Tyres are charged per tyre + VAT. Prices vary depending on several factors, including:
- The size of the tyre (car, truck, agricultural, industrial, etc.)
- Whether the tyre is on or off a rim
- Your location and the type of collection required
For an accurate price, please contact our transport team with your requirements.
- What is the minimum number of tyres you will collect?
Our minimum collection is 50 car tyres or 20 truck tyres. This keeps our service efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible.
- What happens if I don’t meet the minimum number of tyres?
We may still be able to collect, but you will be charged for the minimum amount. Contact us to discuss your options.
- I have a large quantity of tyres, do you have a maximum amount you can take?
We do not have a maximum amount of tyres we can collect. As we hold a full Environment Agency site licence, we are authorised and equipped to handle collections of any size safely, legally, and responsibly.
- I have a number of garages nationwide, can you collect regularly from all of them?
Yes — that’s not a problem for us. Our expert and experienced team can manage regular collections across multiple sites (mainland UK), ensuring a reliable and professional service nationwide.
- Can I deliver my tyres to you?
Yes — you can deliver tyres directly to our site. Contact us for more information on how to arrange this.
- What types of tyres do you collect?
We collect any kind of tyres — including car, van, truck, motorbike, motorsport, agricultural, and industrial tyres — and we accept them on or off rims. No other waste types are accepted.
Payments & Documentation
- How do I make payment?
Payment is usually made over the phone by card, via BACS, or in cash at the point of collection when the waste transfer document is exchanged. You can also apply to open an account by completing a credit application form.
- Do you provide waste transfer notes?
Yes — every collection comes with a waste transfer note, a legal document proving your tyres have been collected and disposed of in full compliance with UK environmental law.
- Can you provide proof of recycling?
Yes — we can provide proof of recycling on request, ensuring you have a clear audit trail for compliance or environmental reporting.
Our Vehicles
- Do you have your own fleet of vehicles?
Yes — we operate a large fleet of GPS-tracked HGVs and vans, all equipped with up-to-date satnav communication systems. This ensures our drivers stay connected and collections are carried out efficiently and reliably.
Experience, Compliance & Recycling
- How experienced are you?
DME Tyres Ltd has been collecting and recycling waste tyres for over 40 years, processing well over 120 million tyres to date.
- Are you licensed to handle waste tyres?
Yes — we are a fully licensed and permitted waste carrier with a full site licence, authorised by the Environment Agency.
- What accreditations and memberships do you hold?
- ISO 14001:2015 environmental accredited
- WAMITAB qualified staff ensuring technical compliance
- Active members of the Tyre Recovery Association (TRA)
- Participants in the Responsible Recycler Scheme (RRS)
- PAS107 quality accredited products
- How we store tyres safely
All tyres are taken to our fully licensed Environment Agency site in Burntwood, where they are stored securely before recycling or treatment. The site has strict security, fire prevention, and environmental protection measures in place.
- Why is tyre recycling important?
Waste tyres don’t biodegrade and stockpiles can quickly become a serious fire hazard. When burned, tyres release toxic fumes that are harmful to both people and the environment. Recycling prevents this risk, reduces landfill, and gives tyres a second life in products such as sports surfaces, road materials, and fuel alternatives.
- How are my tyres processed?
At our licensed site, we operate an industrial shredder to safely and efficiently process waste tyres. Once shredded, tyres can be:
- Recycled into PAS107 accredited, high-spec products for use worldwide
- Used in pyrolysis for material recovery
- Repurposed for cement incineration — reducing CO₂ compared to fossil fuels
- Used in construction projects, reducing demand for sought after natural resources such as stone aggregate
This ensures tyres are given a second life in a safe, legal, and environmentally responsible way.
How to Book In
Booking a collection with DME Tyres Ltd is quick and simple. You can:
- Call us on 01543 677758 (Option 1 for Transport)
- Book in through the tyre collection portal on our website
- Email us at sales@dmetyres.co.uk
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