Jet Washing: Recycling and Sustainability Commitments

At Jet Washing we embed sustainability into every pressure-cleaning job. Our jet washing and pressure washing services prioritise an eco-friendly waste disposal area and a dedicated, sustainable rubbish gardening area where green waste, inert materials and recoverable debris are separated on site wherever possible. We aim to go beyond compliance: our operations follow boroughs' approach to waste separation, separating glass, paper, food waste, garden waste and mixed recycling so that what we remove from driveways and public spaces is handled responsibly.

Our recycling and green service approach

Every pressure-wash crew is trained to identify reusable materials and segregate waste at source. We use a layered approach that combines on-site sorting, transfer to local facilities and partnerships with community reuse networks. Our goal is not only clean surfaces after jet-washing or power washing, but also to leave a positive environmental legacy. We recognise that sustainable cleaning means responsible disposal and reuse.

Recycling percentage target

To measure progress we set an ambitious recycling percentage target: 75% diversion from landfill by 2028 across all collections associated with our jet-washing operations. This includes recyclable packaging, segregated construction residue from pressure-wash jobs, and organics from garden waste. The target aligns with regional borough targets for increased separation and encourages continuous improvement in our collection and processing routes.

Local transfer stations and civic amenity integration

We coordinate closely with local transfer stations and civic amenity sites to ensure materials are processed at the right facility. Our logistics plan uses designated local transfer stations for:

• Mixed dry recycling (paper, cardboard, tins and plastics)
• Glass and clean ceramics
• Green waste for composting or anaerobic digestion
• Inert aggregates diverted to construction recycling streams

By routing separated loads to the nearest approved transfer station, our jet-wash teams reduce haul distances and handling, and support borough-level waste separation strategies. This integration helps borough councils maintain high-quality recycling streams, improves material recovery rates and supports the circular economy.

Our crews are briefed on local variations — for example, some boroughs request food waste in separate caddies while others emphasise garden waste bins — and we adapt our on-site segregation to match each local authority's scheme. This flexibility improves recycling capture and reduces contamination in collected materials.

Partnerships with charities and community reuse

We maintain active partnerships with local charities and social enterprises that accept reusable items salvaged during cleaning or clearing tasks. Items suitable for reuse — such as furniture, intact garden tools, plant pots and building materials — are diverted to:

• Furniture and household charities that refurbish and redistribute items to households in need
• Community gardens and allotment projects that take soil, compostable matter and planters
• Tool libraries and repair cafes which extend product life through repair and reuse

These partnerships create social value while cutting waste. We also support community-led rubbish gardening areas by donating compost and mulch produced from collected green waste to local planting initiatives, helping convert cleared sites into thriving green spaces.

Sustainable gardening practices are central: mulching, composting and establishing rain gardens are simple, scalable ways to keep green waste in local cycles and reduce transport emissions.

Low-carbon vans and fleet emissions reduction

Our low-carbon vans and logistics are a visible part of our sustainability plan. The fleet transition includes electric vans for urban jobs, plug-in hybrids for longer runs and route optimisation software to minimise mileage. These measures are projected to reduce fleet emissions by up to 40% within three years compared to our 2023 baseline. Vehicle choices and telematics also lower local air pollution in dense borough areas.

Operationally, we pair low-emission vehicles with responsibly chosen consumables: biodegradable detergents, water-saving nozzles for pressure-wash equipment, and closed-loop water systems on selected sites. Combining equipment efficiencies with low-carbon transport multiplies the environmental benefit of each cleaning assignment.

Our operational practices emphasise accountability and transparency. We maintain waste transfer notes, conduct regular environmental audits, and report progress against our recycling target. Staff receive ongoing training in waste segregation, spill prevention and low-impact site setup to ensure every jet-washing or power washing job reduces harm while maximising resource recovery.

Actions you’ll see on site

On-site commitments include:

• Segregation stations for recyclables, organics and landfill-bound residues
• Immediate donation of reusable items to partnered charities
• Routing sorted materials to designated local transfer stations to cut cross-borough haulage
• Use of low-carbon vans and optimised routes to lower emissions

Whether called Jet Washing, jet-washing, pressure-wash or power washing, our sustainability promise is the same: minimise waste, maximise reuse, and reduce carbon. By combining practical on-site measures, strong local partnerships and a greener fleet, we aim to make every cleaning job part of a circular, low-carbon neighbourhood solution.