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Mattress Disposal in California

Mattress Disposal in California

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1. Retailer Take Back: 1-855-229-1691 (Customer Support) 2. Republic Services – East Los Angeles Transfer Station: 6:00AM to 2:30PM Mon-Fri (Drop Off Location) 3. Technical Assistance: 1-855-494-8400 (Customer Support) 4. Commercial Volume Program: (707) 394-8620 (Arrange Pickup) None
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In California, there are options for mattress disposal. Retailers are required to offer to take back old mattresses at no additional cost. Curbside pick-up and drop-off locations are also available. Recycling mattresses is encouraged to create new products. Illegal dumping is illegal and steps can be taken to prevent it. Taking care of your mattress will prolong its life.
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Unwanted Mattress? You’ve got options!

Are you a: Household Business
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Retailer Take Back

If you are having your mattress delivered, California law requires your retailer to offer to take back your old mattress at no additional cost. A few things to know:
  • Delivery or set up fees for the products being delivered may still apply.
  • The retailer has up to 30 days to take back your old mattress.
  • The retailer may refuse to pick up the old mattress if it poses a health or safety risk.
If you believe your retailer is not complying with this law, please let us know.
call 1-855-229-1691
(M-F 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern).
View answers to frequently asked questions here.

Curbside Pick Up

Some local governments may provide a free bulky item pickup. Find out if you live in an area with this benefit. Those that recycle mattresses with MRC’s Bye Bye Mattress are noted.
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Drop It Off

Drop off your old mattress at no additional cost at participating locations. Then your mattress can be recycled into hundreds of new products.
Location

Republic Services – East Los Angeles Transfer Station

(4 miles)
Drop Off Limit: 2 units maximum for residential and commercial vehicles
Service Type: Free drop-off for businesses, Free drop-off for residents
Hours: 6:00AM to 2:30PM Mon-Fri
State Residents Only
Before you go,view acceptable and unacceptable items and contact the location with any questions.
Need technical assistance?
(M-F 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern)

Business

We work with mattress retailers, hotels, hospitals, universities, military bases and more! We’re experienced working with contracted service providers too.

Drop It Off

Drop off units at no cost at participating locations. Unit limits may apply and an
appointment may be required. Contact the desired location for more details.
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Pick Up

If you have at least 100 mattresses, you can arrange for a pickup with our Commercial Volume Program.
For retailers that are accumulating at least 100 mattresses monthly, we can provide a collection container with scheduled, recurring pickups.
To arrange a pickup or for more information:

12,000,000 mattresses recycled.

Learn how to recycle yours.

Why Recycle?

There are plenty of benefits that come with recycling your mattress. From the environmental impact to the money you can save, mattress recycling is a simple action that goes a long way.

Illegal Dumping

Dumping a discarded mattress in a back alley or in a park is not only just plain ugly but it is illegal. There are a number of steps you can take to prevent illegally dumped mattresses.

Mattress Care

Plain and simple, keeping your new mattress clean and fresh will prolong its life. Follow these tips to keep your mattress in good condition.