Grab Hire in Chessington
Grab hire provides direct collection for projects producing piles of soil, rubble, concrete or green waste in Chessington. J&J Franks works with homeowners, contractors, developers and commercial customers across the KT9 area, clearing material from garden projects, refurbishment work, ground preparation and site clearances. Residential roads and properties can have restricted access, but the grab arm can load over suitable walls and fences where conditions allow.

Grab Lorry Services and Aggregate Supply in Chessington
J&J Franks helps Chessington customers manage bulk waste, transport loose materials and source aggregates for ongoing work. From a single garden clearance to phased construction activity, our services support the practical demands of the project.
Tipper Hire
Tipper hire provides an effective way to transport bulk materials for projects in Chessington. J&J Franks supplies tipper vehicles for suitable excavated waste, soil, hardcore and aggregate deliveries, supporting construction, landscaping and groundwork requirements. We will discuss the load, access and collection or delivery arrangements before booking.
Grab Hire
Our grab hire lorries remove loose, accessible materials using a hydraulic arm that loads directly into the collection vehicle. This avoids the need to load a skip by hand and is well suited to soil, hardcore, concrete, brick, tarmac and green waste. Grab hire is regularly used for landscaping, demolition, driveway work and construction projects where material is ready for collection.
Muck Away
Our muck away service removes suitable inert and non-hazardous excavation waste from groundwork, trenching, landscaping and site preparation projects. Grab or tipper collection can be arranged according to the material, how it is loaded and the conditions on site. Waste acceptance remains subject to assessment.
Quarry Products
J&J Franks supplies primary aggregates and recycled aggregates to projects across Chessington, including sharp sand, building sand, ballast, crushed stone, MOT Type 1, recycled crushed concrete, recycled Type 1, 6F5, recycled sand and mixed recycled aggregates. These products are commonly used for groundwork, landscaping, surfacing and construction.
Topsoil
Screened topsoil is supplied for planting, turfing, levelling and garden improvement projects in Chessington. It is often used after excavation or hard landscaping to create a suitable surface for the next stage of work. Topsoil deliveries can be arranged alongside grab hire, tipper hire or aggregate supply where required.

What Can I Put in a Grab Lorry?
- Accepted
- Additional Cost
- Restricted
Soil
A common material for landscape gardeners to dispose of.
Concrete
That is dry and ideally broken up to be loaded by hand.
Hardcore
Broken concrete, rubble or crushed stone from construction and demolition.
Brick
Whole or broken bricks from site clearance or masonry work.
Tarmac
Uplifted road surfacing material from driveways or paths.
Green Waste
Garden debris like branches, cuttings and turf from landscaping.
Plasterboard
Insulation
Small volumes of timber or plastics
Asbestos
Paint
Chemicals
Electricals (WEEE)
Gas Canisters
Hazardous substances

How Much Can a Grab Lorry Carry?
A grab lorry is designed to remove high volumes of loose material in one collection and can carry up to 16 tonnes where suitable. Its grab arm reaches up to 7 metres, allowing material to be loaded over suitable walls and fences when direct access into a property is restricted. Road access, the material position and safe loading arrangements must be confirmed before collection.
Muck Away Grab Hire for Chessington Projects
Muck away is a practical choice when excavation work has created a stockpile of suitable spoil, soil, stone or rubble. It is often used for garden excavations, foundation work, driveway preparation and larger landscaping schemes. J&J Franks will assess the waste type and loading setup to establish whether a grab lorry or tipper vehicle is the right option.
Why Choose J&J Franks for Grab Hire in Chessington?
With over 80 years of experience, J&J Franks supports domestic, commercial and construction customers throughout Chessington, Kingston and the wider KT postcode area. Our grab hire service offers a straightforward way to clear bulk waste without relying on a skip, with materials taken to licensed facilities through appropriate disposal or recovery routes. We also provide grab hire in Kingston, grab hire in Surbiton and grab hire in Epsom.
Contact us to discuss your collection requirements.




