Stericycle UK Reviews 740

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 exceptional customer service. Many people appreciate the efficiency and reliability of the service, noting quick response times and a smooth overall experience. Consumers frequently mention that their requests are actioned promptly and that the team goes above and beyond to meet their needs. However, some customers also noted issues with contact and response times, with a few experiencing delays in receiving callbacks or responses to collection requests. There were occasional mentions of missed collections and difficulties in reaching individuals with authority within the company.

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Customer service

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Service

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Response time

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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

740 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sharps disposal

Really happy with the service I received of Ollie Williams, he couldn’t have been more helpful

November 19, 2024
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Reply from Stericycle UK

We love hearing feedback like this. Thanks for sharing!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SHOCKING SERVICE!!!

SHOCKING SERVICE!!!
We have used this company for many many years, however having changed driver a few months ago they are now refusing to collect our clinical waste! The property has not changed location nor has there been any alterations to the lay out. Trying to speak to someone who can give an actual true reason for their breech of contract is impossible! They don't care about the SLA and customers are left with no resolve.
"We Strive for Excellence. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional results, challenge the status quo, and constantly innovate" <----- what an absolute joke for values as they clearly do not!
There is apparently NO COMPLAINTS procedure, NOBODY in management to speak with, NO staff who can help other than say I will chase it up for you! You call them and its always the same reply which is as much use as a chocolate teapot! Having to repeat yourself over and over again all to no avail!
I would strongly advice people DO NOT use this company. If I could give minus stars I most definitely would.

November 29, 2024
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Good Afternoon,

Please accept my apologies that you have experienced issues with your services.

We have received your complaint and are currently investigating this further with the relevant teams.

A member of management will be in contact in due course to discuss your concerns further with you.

Kind regards,

Emma Campbell
emma.campbell@stericycle.com

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't take the affordability as a reason to choose them!

This is my first time writing a review for a company as i never feel it is necessary to share my own poor experiences as I understand people make mistakes sometimes, however this has gone too far. I chose Stericycles as it was the most affordable company for sharps bins however the amount of stress it has caused has truly outweighed this! One of the worse experiences I have ever had with a company. Such poor communications, never letting me know when dates or times are being changed on my account, they had my delivery details as being incorrect and never even tried to contact me about this, getting my sharps bin delivered 2 months later than it should have been, they can't seem to even follow my very specific instructions - that if they were followed would avoid so many issues. Being charged incorrect fees from my bank account and not being told and now refusing to give me my money back. The issues have been ongoing for the past 3 months and it just seems to be more and more issues, once one is resolved the next week another one occurs, its ridiculous . I have always had to phone them up to find out the new issue and always find there are even more issues than i am aware of. They have never once contacted me to resolve these issues, i had to be the one to phone and get answers for their mistakes.

A sharps bin delivery and collection should never have this many issues, it is honestly a joke. I would recommend everyone to stay clear of this company and not use the affordability as a reason to choose them.

November 29, 2024
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Good Afternoon Skye,

Can you please send me your account details and some further information so this can be looked into for you.

Kind Regards

Emma Campbell
E: emma.campbell@stericycle.com

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

sharps collection

To arrange collection of our sharps was very easy and the team were very helpful and communicated well

November 27, 2024
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Thanks for the positive feedback. We are glad to hear you are happy with your service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hazardous Waste

Excellent service these past two days from Sarah Morris. She has been such an help. I feel that she went above and beyond her role. I was completely snowed under in work and could not find the answers I needed with regards to Hazardous waste. She sorted this for me and saved me so much work. Thankyou Sarah

November 21, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Megan

Was helped by Megan with some administrative queries.

Really happy with her timely and professional approach.

November 21, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service and support

Susan Smyth was so helpful and went out of her way to highlight the process I was enquiring about. She also sent me further information that was very useful and offered to answer any questions I might have after reading that as well. She couldn't have done more and was an absolute pleasure to speak to.

November 13, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer Service

Excellent customer service. Sarah was able to arrange a waste collection without hours of first contact.

November 14, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The worst and most frustrating company…

The worst and most frustrating company I have ever come across. I never write reviews, but I just have to warn people about this company. They never show up on time, nobody communicates so you have to explain yourself over and over again to different agents. One agent will be apologetic and understanding and then another will be the complete opposite and almost mock the other for their understanding, it’s really bizarre. They continuously turned up when I wasn’t working, which was in notes from the beginning and then charge me extra for it. I tired to leave lots of times but they kept renewing and a charging me when I was with a new company and wasn’t using them. Even chased me a year later for 13.99 that I apparently owed them, even though you could see in my notes what a nightmare I had with them, no gesture of goodwill whatsoever. AVOID!!

October 13, 2024
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Reply from Stericycle UK

Good Afternoon Chloe,

Can you please send me your account details and some further information so this can be looked into for you.

Kind Regards

Emma Campbell
E: emma.campbell@stericycle.com

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Not quite perfect, but getting there!

We've had a few hiccups with our deliveries recently but Sarah Morris in customer services has been really helpful and is doing her best to rectify the problem we've experienced.

November 12, 2024
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