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Waste Transfer Notes for Construction Sites

Construction sites generate tonnes of controlled waste every week. Every load that leaves your site needs a compliant waste transfer note. QWTN lets you create one in 60 seconds, on your phone, for free.

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Sound familiar?

The paperwork pain

Paper notes get lost on site

Wet, torn, or left in the van — gone when you need them for an EA inspection.

Form-filling takes too long

Writing out the same company details, addresses, and EWC codes by hand on every collection.

EWC code confusion

Is it 17 09 04 or 17 01 07? Picking the wrong code can mean a non-compliant note.

Fines up to £50,000

Missing or incorrect waste transfer notes can result in prosecution and unlimited fines.

How QWTN helps

Built for Builders

EWC Code Lookup

Search 800+ codes — find 17 09 04 (mixed construction waste) in seconds.

Templates & Saved Clients

Save your regular waste types and customers. Fill a note in seconds, not minutes.

Works on Your Phone

Fill out a WTN from the cab, the site, anywhere. No printer, no clipboard.

Carrier Verification

Check a carrier is EA-registered before you hand over your waste.

Season Tickets

One note covers 12 months of the same regular collection. Perfect for ongoing demolition contracts.

2-Year Cloud Storage

Legally required retention handled automatically. Find any note in seconds.

Quick reference

Common EWC Codes

17 09 04Mixed construction & demolition waste

17 01 07Concrete, bricks, tiles (mixtures)

17 02 01Wood

17 08 02Gypsum-based construction materials (plasterboard)

See all construction & builders EWC codes

Simple pricing

Plans that fit your operation

Solo

£12/month

One-person operations

Recommended

Carrier

£29/month

Teams up to 5

Fleet

£69/month

Unlimited team

All plans include a free trial. One-off notes are always free, no account needed.

Learn more

Construction Site Waste Management: A Complete UK Guide

Construction and demolition generates a third of all UK waste. This guide covers your legal obligations, waste transfer note requirements, EWC codes, and how to manage construction waste compliantly.

Waste Transfer Notes for Demolition Projects: A Practical Guide

Demolition projects generate large volumes of mixed waste requiring careful documentation. This guide covers waste transfer note requirements specific to demolition, including asbestos, mixed waste, and multi-contractor sites.

EWC Codes Explained: How to Classify Your Waste Correctly

European Waste Catalogue codes are 6-digit numbers used to classify waste on transfer notes. This guide explains how the system works, how to find the right code, and the most common codes for UK businesses.

Stop risking fines on your building sites

Create your first compliant WTN in 60 seconds — free.

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No sign-up needed for one-off notes · 2-year cloud storage · DEFRA 2026 ready