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Mattress Removal in Lima, Ohio

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 Lima

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 Lima. 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 Lima?

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

5 ways to get rid of a mattress in Lima

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 Lima?

  • 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 Lima pick up mattresses?

Same-day junk removal in Lima, OH starts at $79 with Dropcurb. In a city of about 35,000 residents with many older homes and rental turnovers, waiting on scheduled municipal windows can leave bulky items sitting out longer than you want. Book online in 60 seconds, leave items curbside, and a local hauler handles pickup fast.

City program details: Lima contracts refuse and recycling service to Rumpke. City materials direct residents to place approved containers at the curb and follow pickup-day setout rules. Rumpke guidance for Lima notes weekly curbside service and asks customers to call at least 48 hours ahead for bulky items like mattresses or furniture.

Lima residents rely on city-contracted curbside service through Rumpke, with setout rules and advance notice for bulky pickups instead of true on-demand collection. Rumpke guidance for Lima requests at least 48 hours notice for large-item pickup, which can be a mismatch when you are clearing a move-out or handling a curbside deadline. In Allen County, illegal dumping enforcement references Ohio statutes, so leaving items in alleys, lots, or roadsides can quickly become a compliance issue.

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

Lima cleanouts are urgent, but bulk systems are scheduled.

When you need a couch, mattress, and old TV gone now, a call-ahead bulk flow does not solve same-day pressure. Lima residents handling move-outs, turnover, and curbside notices often need immediate service, not the next available collection window.

48 hrs

Typical advance notice noted for bulky pickups

$79

Dropcurb starting price

35K

Lima city population context

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 Lima residents choose Dropcurb for mattress removal

Dropcurb fills Lima’s speed gap with same-day curbside pickup from $79 and no in-home appointment requirement. You get instant pricing online instead of quote-only uncertainty, plus photo-confirmed completion when the job is done. It is built for fast cleanouts in neighborhoods like Southside Lima, Shawnee, and the Downtown core.

Serving Downtown Lima, Southside Lima, Shawnee, Westgate, Northland, Elida Road Corridor in Lima.

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