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Mattress Removal in Lakewood, California

$79 Flat Rate for Single Items

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 Lakewood

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 Lakewood. 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 Lakewood?

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

✓ Price guaranteed before you book. No surprises, no hidden fees.

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

5 ways to get rid of a mattress in Lakewood

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 Lakewood?

  • 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 Lakewood pick up mattresses?

Lakewood operates Large Item Pickup twice yearly with 2-3 week scheduling waits for $30 per collection. Pierce County Transfer Station provides alternative disposal for residents with transportation.

City program details: Lakewood Bulky Item Collection. Frequency: 2 times per year per household. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: free for residents

Lakewood Center and Tillicum residents can schedule Large Item Pickup twice per year for $30 per collection. Pierce County Transfer Station charges $20-50 per load for immediate disposal but requires manual loading.

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

Large Item Pickup: twice yearly, weeks of waiting.

Twice-yearly service creates 6-month gaps between opportunities, plus 2-3 weeks scheduling delay when service is available. Moving schedules and appliance failures don't align with this rigid timing.

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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 Lakewood residents choose Dropcurb for mattress removal

$79 vs $30 plus 2-3 weeks waiting makes sense when you need immediate service. Lakewood's twice-yearly limit creates long gaps that Dropcurb fills with unlimited same-day pickups.

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