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About O’Brien Recycling

A Family Business with a Greener Vision

O’Brien Recycling is a proud family-run company based in Ulbster, dedicated to delivering eco-conscious waste management services across Caithness and Sutherland. With strong roots in the local community, we are committed to protecting our environment while supporting homes, businesses, and construction projects with reliable recycling solutions.

Our Story

Founded with a mission to make waste disposal more responsible and sustainable, O’Brien Recycling has grown into a fully licensed recycling and skip hire centre trusted by homeowners, contractors, and commercial clients. What started as a small local service has become a leading name in environmentally responsible waste management.
We believe that recycling isn’t just an option – it’s our responsibility to future generations.

What We Stand For

• Environmental Commitment – We recycle as much material as possible to reduce landfill and protect our landscape.

• Local Values – As a family business, we offer friendly, honest service with community at the heart of everything we do.

• Reliability & Trust – Our customers count on us for fast turnaround times, competitive rates, and dependable service.

• Innovation in Recycling – We continuously improve our processes to increase recycling rates and support a circular economy.

Fully Licensed. Environmentally Committed.

Our recycling centre is fully licensed and regulated, ensuring all waste is handled safely, legally, and with maximum focus on sustainability. Every skip collected and every material dropped off is carefully sorted and processed to minimise environmental impact.

Serving the North of Scotland

From our base in Ulbster, we proudly serve Caithness and Sutherland, offering:

• Skip hire in all sizes

• Drop-off recycling services

• Commercial and construction waste management

• Plant and equipment hire

Our reach may be wide, but our approach is personal – every customer receives the care and attention they deserve.

Our Promise to You

When you choose O’Brien Recycling, you’re choosing more than just a waste service.
You’re choosing:

• A greener future

• A trusted local partner

• A team that genuinely cares about doing the right thing

Get in Touch

Call us on 01955 651315

Email: obrienrecycling@btinternet.com

O’Brien Recycling – Proudly Local. Fully Licensed. Environmentally Focused.