An accurate household inventory
Start with large pieces and describe boxes or bags afterwards. Mention dense materials rather than estimating solely by bag count. If a room contains furniture to keep, identify it clearly so a photograph is not mistaken for a request to empty the whole space.
A route worth describing
Include the floor, stairs and side entrance. Tell us where loading might be possible and if the space is shared. Avoid placing rubbish outdoors while waiting for a response, particularly where it could obstruct pedestrians or entrances.
Make a small collection request specific
For Plaistow in the Bromley area, a request for a couple of items still needs an itemised description. Name the furniture and explain whether drawers or cupboards contain anything else to remove. Give a rough size for an unusually large piece and mention the floor it is on. A small quantity does not necessarily mean simple access, so include the route rather than assuming a short list establishes the whole job.
A clear photograph is better than an identifiable document
Show the unwanted items and the space around them without including personal paperwork, keys or other private details. If a photograph contains furniture being retained, identify it in the message. Use the collection postcode to establish the correct Plaistow, rather than sending a bill or document to prove the address. The enquiry needs enough information to assess the rubbish and access, not copies of the household’s records.