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A grab lorry is a lorry fitted with a hydraulic crane (grab arm) used to load and remove waste like soil, hardcore and rubble, or to deliver and place aggregates.
Usually around 12–16 tonnes depending on the material and legal weight limits.
Typically around 6–8 metres from where the lorry is parked, depending on access and safe setup.
Often no — a grab lorry can load directly, which saves space and multiple collections.
Yes, as long as access allows and everything can be reached safely.
Soil, clay, hardcore, rubble, concrete, green waste and other agreed materials. If you’re unsure, send a photo.
Sometimes — it depends what’s mixed. We’ll confirm before booking to avoid disposal issues.
Yes — waste is handled responsibly and taken to licensed facilities where material is recycled where possible.
Often yes if the grab can safely reach over without risk. Photos help us confirm.
Yes — broken concrete/rubble can usually be removed. Tell us roughly how much and if there’s any reinforcement.
Yes — we can supply and place aggregates including MOT Type 1, crushed concrete, hardcore, sharp sand, building sand and topsoil (subject to availability).
Sometimes — depends on height, distance and safe reach. Send a photo and we’ll advise.
Often yes — for example, remove spoil and deliver MOT Type 1. We’ll plan the best way for your job.
We can place where practical using the grab arm. For full spreading/finishing you may still need manual work/plant depending on the job.
Often yes, but access is key. Send photos/video and we’ll confirm quickly.
Yes — we need safe room to park and operate the grab arm. We’ll advise if anything looks tight.
If the lorry needs to stop on a public highway in a restricted area, you may need a permit. We’ll advise during quoting.
Same-day or next-day is often possible depending on workload and location.
Weekend bookings may be available by arrangement.
Pricing depends on material type, quantity, access, distance and disposal requirements. The quickest way is to send your postcode and photos on WhatsApp.
Postcode, material type (soil/hardcore/rubble etc.), rough quantity, and access notes. Photos help a lot.
Yes — WhatsApp is the fastest way to send details and get a quick response.
Yes — we regularly work with builders, groundworkers, landscapers and commercial sites.
We’re based in Milton Keynes and regularly cover surrounding counties, typically within around a 90 mile radius depending on the job.
Yes — larger jobs and planned work can often be booked further out. Send your postcode and we’ll confirm.
