Mattress Removal in Portland, Oregon
$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 Portland
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 Portland. 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 Portland?
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 Portland
Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.
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 Portland?
- • 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 Portland pick up mattresses?
Portland Bureau of Planning & Sustainability (BPS) manages waste services through franchise haulers like Waste Management, Republic Services, and Recology, but offers no scheduled bulk pickup program. Despite paying $42-59 monthly for residential waste services under Oregon Metro regulations, Portland's 652,503 residents must arrange separate pickup for furniture and appliances. DEQ (Oregon Department of Environmental Quality) requires proper disposal of electronics and appliances containing refrigerants.
City program details: Portland Bureau of Planning & Sustainability (BPS) Waste Management Program. Frequency: Weekly recycling/compost, bi-weekly garbage through franchise haulers. Wait: No scheduled bulk pickup service. Fees: {'20 gallon': '$42.15/month', '35_gallon': '$46.75/month', '60_gallon': '$52.25/month', '90_gallon': '$58.90/month', 'extra garbage': '$7.50/bag', 'extra yard waste': '$4.50/bag', 'holiday tree': '$6.00/tree', 'appliance pickup': '$45-75/item'}
Metro South Transfer Station (2001 Washington St, Oregon City) and Metro Central Transfer Station (12040 N Marine Dr) charge $20-30 per cubic yard plus gas and bridge tolls. 1-800-GOT-JUNK Portland prices start at $169 minimum with $200-500+ typical loads. Junk King Portland runs $179-600+ while College Hunks Hauling Junk averages $150-450. Local Portland haulers on Thumbtack/Craigslist range $100-325 with 1-3 week waits across Hawthorne, Pearl District, Alberta Arts District, and Division neighborhoods.
Dropcurb picks up mattresses same-day in Portland for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
$42-59 monthly doesn't include bulky items.
Portland residents across Pearl District, Hawthorne, Alberta Arts District, and Division pay substantial monthly waste fees through BPS franchise haulers but get zero scheduled bulk pickup. The comprehensive-looking service excludes furniture, appliances, and electronics — requiring separate $45-75/item pickup or trips to Metro transfer stations.
$20-30
per cubic yard at Metro stations
no scheduled
bulk pickup program
652K
environmentally conscious residents
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 Portland residents choose Dropcurb for mattress removal
At $79, Dropcurb saves money vs. Metro transfer stations when factoring in truck rental ($50-90/day), gas ($15-25), bridge tolls ($2-4), and time off work. Skip 1-800-GOT-JUNK's $169+ minimums, Junk King's $179+ rates, and College Hunks' $150+ pricing. Same-day pickup beats 1-3 week waits for local Portland haulers across Sellwood-Moreland, Woodstock, Irvington, and Foster-Powell neighborhoods.
Serving Pearl District, Sellwood, Hawthorne, Beaverton, Alberta Arts District, Woodstock, and 4 more neighborhoods in Portland.
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