Mattress & Furniture Disposal Services

Eco-friendly mattress recycling and furniture removal with donation when possible

Same-day and next-day pickup available

Up to 90% of materials recycled

Donation to charity when items are usable

Includes box springs, bed frames, sofas

Typical Price Range
$50-$200
per item

Comprehensive Mattress & Furniture Removal

We provide convenient, eco-friendly mattress and furniture disposal services for homes and businesses.

Mattress Removal: All sizes (twin, full, queen, king, California king), box springs, bed frames, adjustable bases, futons, crib mattresses, water beds, memory foam, same-day pickup available.

Furniture Removal: Living room (sofas, recliners, chairs, tables), bedroom (dressers, nightstands, armoires), dining room (tables, chairs, buffets), office furniture, outdoor patio furniture.

Eco-Friendly Disposal: Up to 90% recycled - foam into carpet padding, steel springs into new steel, wood frames into mulch, fabric for rags/insulation. Prioritize recycling over landfill.

Mattress & Furniture Disposal Costs

Mattress Pricing: Single mattress: $75-$150, Mattress + box spring set: $100-$200, King mattress: $100-$150, Crib mattress: $50-$75.

Furniture Pricing: Sofa: $100-$200, Loveseat: $75-$125, Recliner: $75-$100, Dining set: $100-$200, Dresser: $75-$125, Full bedroom set: $200-$400.

What Affects Price: Item size, quantity, stairs (+$25-$75 per flight), difficult access, location, same-day service, weekend pickup.

What's Included: Labor to load, transportation, disposal fees, basic disassembly, sweeping after removal.

Mattress Recycling & Environmental Impact

The Problem: 20-40 million mattresses discarded annually, each occupies 23-40 cubic feet, takes 80-120 years to decompose, many landfills refuse or charge premium.

Bye Bye Mattress Program: California, Connecticut, Rhode Island have FREE recycling via EPR laws. $10.50-$16.50 fee when buying new funds free disposal later.

Recycling Process: Steel springs (95-100% recovery) → new steel products. Foam (85-90% recovery) → carpet padding, insulation. Wood (80-90% recovery) → mulch, fuel. Fiber (60-70% recovery) → rags, insulation.

Environmental Benefits: One mattress recycled saves 23-40 cubic feet landfill space, prevents 65 lbs CO2 emissions, conserves 9 gallons oil equivalent.

Disposal Options Comparison

Professional Removal (Our Service): $75-$200, convenient, same-day available, recycling ensured, no lifting. Best for anyone unable to move items, values convenience.

Charity Donation: FREE, helps charity, tax deduction, but items must be good condition, 1-2 week wait, may cancel. Best for good furniture, charitable people.

Curbside Bulk Pickup: FREE to $25, very cheap, but scheduled days only (may wait weeks), must move to curb yourself. Best for tight budget, can wait.

Self-Haul: $10-$50 fee + truck rental ($80-$150) = $90-$200 total, you control timing, but requires truck, heavy work, drive time. Best for DIY-ers, combining trips.

Retailer Take-Back: Usually FREE with new purchase, very convenient, timed with delivery, but only when buying new. Best for anyone buying new mattress/furniture.

Preparing for Pickup

Mattress Prep: Don't wrap in plastic (makes recycling harder) unless contaminated, remove all bedding, stand on side, disassemble bed frame if separate, place in accessible location, inform about any contamination (bedbugs, fluids).

Furniture Prep: Empty all drawers/cabinets, disassemble easy pieces (table legs, mirrors), remove cushions from frames, clear pathways, measure doorways, check for pests, reserve elevator if needed.

Access Prep: Reserve elevator (24-48 hours notice), arrange parking, prop open doors, clear pets, notify building management.

Items Requiring Special Handling: Waterbeds (must drain), Sleep Number beds (deflate), appliances (Freon removal), pianos (special equipment), hot tubs (empty, disconnected).

We CANNOT Take: Severe bedbug infestation, hazardous materials, asbestos items, Freon-filled appliances, construction materials.

Smart Purchasing for Longevity

Mattress Lifespan: Innerspring: 7-10 years, Memory foam: 8-10 years, Latex: 10-15 years (longest), Hybrid: 7-10 years, Futons: 5-8 years.

Furniture Longevity: Solid wood: 15-30+ years (heirloom), Quality upholstered: 10-15 years, Particleboard: 3-7 years, Leather: 15-25 years with care.

Buy for Longevity: Quality over cheap (one $1,000 solid wood dresser lasts 25+ years vs. three $300 particleboard dressers), check construction (solid wood vs. veneer, dovetail joints, 8-way springs), warranties (10+ years for mattresses), modular/repairable designs.

Eco-Friendly: Organic certifications (GOTS, GOLS), CertiPUR-US foam, FSC-certified wood, recyclable materials, natural materials better than synthetic.

Retailer Take-Back: Mattress Firm (free), Costco (free), Ashley Furniture ($99.99), IKEA (varies). Ask at purchase about removal - often free or nominal.

Used Buying: Furniture generally fine (inspect for pests), AVOID used mattresses (hygiene concerns, bedbugs, illegal in some states, no warranty).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does mattress removal cost?

Single mattress: $75-$150. Mattress and box spring set: $100-$200. King-size: $100-$150. Includes pickup, loading, transportation, and eco-friendly recycling. Same-day service available. CA, CT, RI have FREE state recycling programs (Bye Bye Mattress).

Can I donate a mattress to charity?

Most charities do NOT accept mattresses due to hygiene regulations. Exceptions: some furniture banks accept clean, unstained, undamaged mattresses under 5 years old. Furniture in good condition is widely accepted by Salvation Army, Habitat ReStores, Goodwill.

Are mattresses recycled or thrown away?

80-90% of mattress materials are recycled: steel springs → new metal, foam → carpet padding, wood → mulch/fuel, fabric → rags. CA, CT, RI have FREE state-funded mattress recycling (Bye Bye Mattress program). We prioritize recycling over landfill.

Do you handle stairs?

Yes, we handle stairs. Additional fee may apply ($25-$75 depending on flights and difficulty). Narrow stairs or tight turns may require extra labor. Measure large items versus stairway width to ensure fit. Elevators preferred when available.

What if my mattress has bedbugs?

You MUST disclose bedbugs. Infested mattresses require: sealed plastic wrapping, disposal at approved facilities, cannot be recycled, higher fees ($50-$100 extra). Some services may decline severe infestations. Never hide infestation - it spreads pests.

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