Binman explains real reason they check inside your bin before taking it

NewsPropertyPropertyThere are some strict rules you must followMia O'Hare Senior Spare Time Journalist09:46, 06 Aug 2026A refuse collector has revealed the real reason they look inside bins before emptying them. If you're an early riser on collection day, you may well have noticed your wheelie bin being inspected before it's taken away.‌Bin workers will open the lid and have a look inside before deciding whether to wheel it over to the lorry or leave it on the kerb with a note. Now, one binman has shed some light on why they take the time to check each bin before emptying it.‌Ashley, who shares tips and advice on his No. 1 Binman TikTok account, received a comment from a follower querying why bin workers carry out these checks.‌The frustrated commenter argued that bins ought to be collecte