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Mattress Removal in Alameda, California

Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.

You have five realistic options for getting rid of a mattress: city bulk pickup (free but slow), donation (if it's in good condition and stain-free), self-haul to the dump ($30–80), curbside pickup through Dropcurb ($79, same day), or traditional junk removal ($150–600+). Most used mattresses can't be donated due to hygiene regulations, which makes disposal the main challenge.

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How mattress removal works in Alameda

1

Curb it

Place your mattress at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.

2

Book it

Select your item, see the exact price ($79), and pick your day. 60 seconds.

3

Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Alameda. You get a text when it's done.

No strangers in your home. No scheduling a 4-hour window. No being home.

How much does mattress removal cost in Alameda?

Mattress removal costs $79 through Dropcurb — that's the pickup fee with your first mattress included. Each additional mattress is +$29. A mattress + box spring set is $109. Traditional junk removal companies charge $150–$400+ because they send a crew into your home. City bulk pickup is free but often requires a 2–9 week wait and plastic wrapping.

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Pickup fee$79
First mattressIncluded
Each additional mattress+$29
Book mattress pickup — $79

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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+

5 ways to get rid of a mattress in Alameda

Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.

MethodCostSpeedEffortBest for
City bulk pickupFree2–9 weeksSchedule weeks ahead. Many cities limit mattress pickups or require bagging. Some exclude mattresses entirely.You're not in a hurry and your city accepts mattresses curbside
Donation (Habitat ReStore, Salvation Army)Free1–2 weeksMust be in excellent condition — no stains, tears, or sagging. Most charities reject used mattresses for hygiene reasons.Mattress is nearly new and a charity will accept it
Self-haul to dump$30–80Same dayNeed a truck or SUV. Mattresses are awkward to transport — you'll likely need to strap it to the roof or fold it into a van.You have a truck and don't mind wrestling a mattress into it
Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, etc.)$150–600+2–3 daysMust be home for in-person estimate. Crew enters your home. Volume-based pricing means you pay for truck space, not individual items.Mattress is upstairs and you physically cannot move it
Dropcurb$79Same dayLean mattress against a wall or lay flat at the curb. Book online in 60 seconds. A local hauler picks it up the same day.You want it gone today without the hassle

How to prepare your mattress for pickup

  • Lean against a wall or lay flat at the curb. No need to wrap or bag.
  • ✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
  • ✓ No need to be home

When do you need mattress removal in Alameda?

  • New mattress arriving, old one needs to go
  • Moving out — mattress won't fit in the new place
  • Estate cleanout with multiple mattresses
  • Apartment complex requiring mattress removal before move-out

Does Alameda pick up mattresses?

Same-day junk removal in Alameda starts at $79 with Dropcurb, and you can get instant pricing online before you book. Alameda has about 77,238 residents spread across neighborhoods like Bay Farm Island, the East End, and the West End, where move-outs, remodels, and HOA pressure create frequent bulky-item headaches. Book in about 60 seconds, stage items curbside, and get photo-confirmed pickup without waiting at home for an estimate window.

City program details: Alameda County Industries provides one on-call bulky item collection day per household/unit per year at no additional charge for eligible residential customers, with collection capped at up to 3 cubic yards and up to 3 bulky items (each up to 150 lbs). Additional volume, extra cleanup days, construction/demolition debris, tires, and hazardous waste are excluded or charged separately.

Alameda County Industries gives eligible residential customers one free on-call bulky pickup day per year, but each setout is capped at 3 cubic yards and 3 bulky items, with a 150-pound limit per single item and strict exclusions for construction debris and hazardous waste. In practice, that leaves a gap for households handling larger cleanouts, estate turnover, or same-week deadlines. Alameda County also routes restricted materials through HHW pathways, so residents often need a faster paid option when municipal limits do not fit the job.

Dropcurb picks up mattresses same-day in Alameda for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.

One annual free bulky pickup is useful, but not enough for many real cleanouts.

Alameda households can use a city-linked on-call bulky pickup, but the program is limited to one day per year with caps on volume, item count, and weight. Residents facing fast move deadlines, renovation debris overflow, or HOA cleanup pressure often outgrow those limits quickly. They then need a paid option that can arrive this week, not next month.

1 day/year

free on-call bulky pickup per eligible household/unit

3 cubic yards

municipal setout volume limit per pickup

$79

Dropcurb starting price in Alameda

What happens to your mattress after pickup

Mattresses are recycled at licensed facilities where steel springs, foam, and fabric are separated and processed individually. Springs are melted down for scrap steel, foam is shredded for carpet padding or industrial use, and clean fabric is repurposed. Mattresses in good condition (no stains, no structural damage) are donated to local shelters and charities when possible. Items that can't be recycled or donated are disposed of at permitted solid waste facilities.

Why Alameda residents choose Dropcurb for mattress removal

Dropcurb fills the timing and sizing gap Alameda residents run into with annual municipal bulky pickup limits. Pricing starts at $79, checkout is instant, and service is curbside, so there is no in-home quote appointment and no waiting around for a multi-hour arrival window. Local haulers complete the job and confirm pickup with photos.

Serving West End, Central Alameda, East End, Bay Farm Island, Harbor Bay, Gold Coast, and 2 more neighborhoods in Alameda.

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