Do I need to bag or wrap my mattress?

No. Just place it at the curb. Lean it against a wall or lay it flat. Our haulers handle it from there.

Can you pick up a mattress today?

Yes. Book before noon and your mattress is picked up by 8:00 PM the same day. No appointment window needed.

What happens to my mattress after pickup?

Mattresses are taken to licensed facilities. Recyclable materials like steel springs, foam, and fabric are separated when possible.

Can you pick up a mattress and box spring together?

Yes. Your first mattress is $79 (includes pickup fee). The box spring is an additional $29. Total for a mattress + box spring set: $109. Add both items in the cart.

What if my mattress is too heavy for me to move?

Dropcurb is curbside-only — we need the mattress at the curb, driveway, or alley. Most people can slide a mattress to the curb solo, but if you need help, ask a neighbor or friend for the last few feet. If you physically cannot move it at all, a full-service company like 1-800-GOT-JUNK can carry it out for $150–400+.

Hauler loading curbside junk into pickup truck in a neighborhood

Mattress Removal in San Diego, 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 San Diego

Curb it

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

Book it

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

Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in San Diego. 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 San Diego?

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

5 ways to get rid of a mattress in San Diego

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 San Diego?

• 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 San Diego pick up mattresses?

San Diego's 1.38 million residents navigate the WasteFreeSD directory system where wait times and fees vary by provider. The decentralized approach creates confusion and inconsistent service quality.

City program details: Bulky Item Collection Program. Frequency: On-demand through WasteFreeSD directory. Wait: Varies by provider. Fees: Varies by provider - many charge fees

Miramar Landfill charges $25-50 per load for self-haulers, 1-800-GOT-JUNK operates at their standard $150-$600+, and the WasteFreeSD directory providers charge varying fees with inconsistent availability.

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

WasteFreeSD directory varies by provider. Good luck.

San Diego's decentralized system forces residents to research providers, compare pricing, and hope for availability. The directory approach creates complexity where simplicity should exist.

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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 San Diego residents choose Dropcurb for mattress removal

Dropcurb simplifies San Diego's confusing disposal landscape with flat $79 same-day pricing. No WasteFreeSD directory research, no Miramar Landfill trips, no provider lottery.

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