Stericycle UK Reviews 734

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, helpfulness, and friendly demeanor, often highlighting individual team members for their exceptional service. The customer service is frequently described as efficient, reliable, and quick to respond, with many people appreciating the smooth and easy resolution of their requests. The overall service provided is seen as excellent, with consumers noting the promptness and effectiveness of their interactions. However, some customers also noted issues with communication regarding collection dates and times, with a few experiencing missed collections and difficulties in resolving these problems. A small number of people expressed dissatisfaction with the overall service, citing poor communication and a lack of control over transport issues.

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Customer service

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Service

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Based on these reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We switched from Initial to Stericycle last year. We haven't had any issues with the service and the Customer services team is also efficent and reliable. I had to contact them about our scheduled co... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Deborah Blood assisted me and she was extremely helpful on both occasions. She was very friendly and I feel like she went above and beyond for me. She wasn't sure on her answers but what I appreciate... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trevor is (and always has been) fantastic and always a pleasure to see on his collection days. Always calls ahead - professional and friendly! Thank you Abigail in Customer Service was super hel... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Daniele got my email address added to their system so I can receive invoices to our Account department email. This will help avoid missed invoices when other staff members are off sick

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Company details

  1. Waste Management Service
  2. Business to Business Service

Written by the company

Stericycle is a leading global provider of specialist clinical waste management. Through safe, responsible and sustainable products and services, Stericycle helps our customers remain compliant while protecting the health and well-being of the people and communities they serve. In doing so, Stericycle is shaping a healthier and safer world for everyone, everywhere, every day.


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4.3

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

734 reviews

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Generally poor experience

We've had a poor experience with Stericycle. There seems to be a lack of communication between the office and the drivers doing the collections. We've had numerous dates booked in for collections with no one turning up. I've literally just had to re-arrange a collection from two weeks ago as no one turned up, despite them calling me to confirm the date. We also get charged for collections we haven't booked. One of the 'classic' situations with them is that the driver will arrive and say that he is picking up a much smaller number of items than we actually booked (e.g. we need 75 bags of waste collecting and he only has 30 on his job sheet). When told that the collection is actually much larger, they say they can't fit it onto the truck!
I've given two stars as the customer service team are friendly and helpful, and do try to sort out the problems when they arise. The trouble is, it just keeps happening.

15 April 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you for your feedback, Chris. I’m very sorry to hear about your experience and the dissatisfaction you’ve described. I’d really like to understand more about what has happened so we can investigate this properly and make sure it’s addressed. Please could you send me your account details privately, and I will look into this as a priority.
Many Thanks
Kelly
E: supportuk@stericycle.com

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I spoke to Dean Storey and he was very…

I spoke to Dean Storey and he was very helpful and professional and answered all my questions and sent me follow up information I needed.
He is a credit to your Customer Service Team.

15 April 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re really glad Dean was able to help and answer all your questions. We’ll make sure your comments are shared with him and the wider team. Thanks Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Deborah has gone above and beyond

Deborah has helped me today with my schedule, she’s called back a couple of to keep me up to date and I feel she has gone above and beyond for me today! I really appreciate your support and hope to deal with Deborah in the future. Thankyou. Jade xx

31 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you for your lovely feedback, Jade. We’re so pleased to hear that Deborah went above and beyond to support you and kept you updated throughout the day. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to her and look forward to assisting you again in the future. Regards Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful Customer Services

A gentleman by the name of Dean helped me with my query today. He was very helpful, professional & courteous. Everything was sorted out very easily and communicated updates by phone and email. Thank you Dean.

26 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you for your kind feedback Tracey. We’re pleased to hear that Dean provided helpful, professional, and courteous service. We’ll be sure to pass on your comments to him and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Regards Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very efficient service

A very efficient service, I dealt with Christopher Hughes who was extremely helpful and friendly, very professional.

19 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you for your 5* review Mrs Jones, your lovely comments have been passed on to Christopher and the wider team. Regards Kelly

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Recently complained about appalling…

Recently complained about appalling service, by Stericycle Feb 2026. I cancelled my contract. I did so in writing as per their request had an email today to inform me that they have just taken a payment by direct debit for the service that I cancelled …. This company is absolutely terrible. Use them at your peril you will be charged for collections that never happened. You won’t get any information as to when collections will be happening and you will get no satisfaction when you complain… Can’t recommend enough to use any other company other than these.

26 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Good afternoon Savina, Thank you for your feedback, I am sorry for any dissatisfaction you may have experienced. I will email you explaining the charges, which we previously discussed. Kind Regards Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful

They were quick to reply,and helped me with my queries without any unnecessary fuss.
Thanks Kelly.

19 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you for your 5* review Steven, your kind comments have been passed on to Kelly and the wider team. Many Thanks

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dean was very helpful and patient thank…

Dean was very helpful and patient thank you for making this a good experience

17 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you so much for your 5* review, It is great to hear how helpful and patient Dean was, your comments have been passed to him and the wider team. Thanks again. Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service today

The agent I spoke to today was really helpful and was able to answer my query and send through the relevant information I needed during our phone call.
I had previously emailed two members of staff and had no response so it was great to get it sorted.

12 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Hi Sharon, Thank you for your great review, We’re glad to hear our agent was able to help and resolve your query during your call. We’re sorry your earlier emails went unanswered, but we’re pleased everything was sorted in the end. Thank you for letting us know. Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a refreshing change

What a refreshing change - proper professional customer service - very friendly and knowledgeable person on the other end of the telephone - Dean what a credit to the company you are
We had a one-off enquiry which is a little complicated but Dean took all the details and was very understanding and said someone from the Team would be in touch to quote for our requirements lovely lad ! If the service from the company is as good as Dean was on contact then we are sorted

11 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Hi Christine, Thank you so much for your kind words - we really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Your comments have been shared with Dean and the wider team, and we look forward to working with you. Thanks again, Kelly

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Total lack of management control and customer service

An urgent collection of clinical waste was agreed with the customer services team because the sales executive failed to respond to calls and emails. It is impossible to talk to anybody with authority in this company. On the day of collection we were emailed to say the collection was rebooked for the following week with no explanation of why. Fortunately there are other companies in this space that could help us solve the problem. Stericycle refused to take any responsibility for their errors

5 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Good afternoon, Thank you for your feedback. I am very sorry for the confusion caused surrounding your urgent collection request. We acknowledge the delay in response and your comments are being used to improve our internal process. I have reached out to you following an account review. If you would like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact me on 0333 240 4400 (option 1).
Kind Regards
Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Suzie was attentive

Suzie was attentive, supportive and went above and beyond to resolve my concern. very high standard of customer service.

4 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Hi William, Thank you for you 5* review and lovely comments. We are pleased to know that Suzie demonstrated a high standard of customer service and resolved your concern effectively. Your comments will be passed on to her and the wider team. Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

spoke to dean storey

spoke to dean storey, really helpful

4 March 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Hi Dawn, Thank you for your lovely feedback, its great to hear Dean was so helpful. If there’s anything more you need or if we can assist further, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great efficient service

Likeable man. Very helpful. This was a Head Office response to ending collection of used sharps.

20 February 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Hi Pete,
Thanks for your feedback! Glad to hear you had great service and found our colleague helpful. If you need anything else, just let us know.
Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Following a telecon yesterday with Suzanna Bell

Following a telecon yesterday with Suzanna, where i requested more stock of Tubs & Bags. Suzanna listened, took note, and actioned my request with the transport dept. She then called my today to confirm & keep me up to date with the arrangements.
Very professional, very helpful.

24 February 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Hi Simon, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! Really glad to hear Suzanna was able to get everything sorted for you and keep you in the loop. If there’s anything more you need or if we can assist further, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for your kind words!
Kelly

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sharps waste disposal

In the past, I had several negative experiences with other sharps disposal companies, especially Divert. I searched for quotes and found Stericycle; their customer service is personal, quick to respond, and genuinely cares about their clients, especially the support staff member called Dean. Their transit and depot teams have been smooth to work with, and any required adjustments were quickly addressed. They have a great follow-up system and collection reminders. So far, everything has been positive, but I will monitor their consistency over time before finalising this review.

13 February 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I’m really pleased to hear you found the support provided to you both helpful and personal and that your requests were resolved quickly. Please don’t hesitate to reach out again if you need further assistance.
Kind Regards
Paula

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Effective Customer service team

I am happy with the customer service of Stericycle. Their response is quick and effective. Dean and Pearl are the one I worked with and both of them are fantastic.

18 February 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I’m really glad to hear you are happy with the service provided and that your request was resolved quickly. Please don’t hesitate to reach out again if you need further assistance.
Kind Regards
Paula

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Solution focussed

Dean was very helpful with my query today. Professional and solution focussed when dealing with the issue of a full bin and (hopefully) an earlier collection. Thank you

13 February 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I’m really glad to hear you found the support helpful and that your request was resolved quickly. Please don’t hesitate to reach out again if you need further assistance.
Kind Regards
Paula

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and my request was…

Very helpful and my request was resolved quickly

12 February 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I’m really glad to hear you found the support helpful and that your request was resolved quickly. Please don’t hesitate to reach out again if you need further assistance.
Kind Regards
Kelly

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shocking Service

If I could give this company a review of -1000 I would. They are absolutely shocking and don't know what the meaning of service is!!! I have had numerous collection issues and spent hours on the phone to resolve the same problem over and over again and they just cant get it right. Their drivers obviously don't care about the job they are doing and the customer service has no control over the transport business. They are useless. They have cost me money on a number of occasions from issues with their drivers. I keep on spending valuable time that I don't have trying to resolve this ongoing issue with zero results. I wish I had never engaged with this company.

11 February 2026
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thank you for your feedback, and I’m really sorry to hear about the issues you’ve experienced. If you could please send me your account details or your reference number, I can review the concerns you’ve raised so we can understand what has gone wrong and get this resolved for you.
Many thanks,
Kelly
E: supportuk@stericycle.com

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