Why You Should Clean Your Wheelie Bin: The Truth About Bacteria, Smells & Maggots

Published on 2 September 2025 at 05:19

If your bin smells awful—even right after collection—you’re not alone. Most Cork households deal with the same issue. What many people don’t realise is how quickly bacteria, maggots, and nasty odours can build up inside an unwashed wheelie bin. That’s where we come in.

What’s Really Inside a Dirty Wheelie Bin?

  • Rotting food
  • Leaking liquids
  • Bacteria like E. coli & Salmonella
  • Flies, maggots, and mould

Even if your bin is only half full, once the lid closes, it becomes a warm, damp environment perfect for germs to th

The Risks of Not Cleaning Your Bin

  • Smell: It can stink up your driveway or garden
  • Health: Dirty bins can attract rats, insects, and airborne bacteria
  • Pests: Flies lay eggs, which hatch into maggots in days
  • Neighbours: Nobody wants to smell your bins on a warm day

How Often Should You Clean Your Bin?

We recommend:

  • Monthly cleaning for households
  • Fortnightly cleaning for cafés, takeaways, or apartment blocks
  • One-off cleans after a spill, heatwave, or missed collection

Why Cork Bin Cleaners?

  • We use eco-friendly solutions
  • We’re based in Cork, so we know the area
  • We’re faster, cleaner, and more reliable than anyone else
  • Book in seconds via WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger

Book Your Bin Clean Today

Don’t wait for the next wave of maggots to arrive. Tap below to book your clean.


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