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Mattress Removal in Tacoma, Washington

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 Tacoma

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 Tacoma. 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 Tacoma?

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 Tacoma

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 Tacoma?

  • 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 Tacoma pick up mattresses?

Junk removal in Tacoma, WA starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup with instant online pricing. Tacoma offers Call-2-Haul: a free curbside bulk collection service for single-family/duplex residents, available by appointment twice a year. Pierce County transfer stations charge $195.32/ton.

City program details: Tacoma Public Utilities Bulky Waste Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 2-6 weeks. Fees: $25 per pickup

Tacoma Solid Waste Management offers Call-2-Haul — a free curbside bulk collection for single-family homes and duplexes, available by appointment twice per year. Beyond that, residents must hire private haulers or use Pierce County transfer stations. Transfer station rates increased 5.58% on March 1, 2026, to $195.32/ton (plus state refuse tax), with a $39.06 minimum charge for 400 lbs or less. LRI Transfer Stations charge $202.35/ton with a $40.45 minimum per trip, increasing every additional 20 lbs up to one ton. Noxious weeds cost $108.80/ton and Freon appliances cost $68 each at LRI. The Dump-It Dude offers Tacoma junk removal starting at $199 with same-day or next-day service — call (253) 433-8677. Dump Me Junk Removal is known for affordable pricing and frequent same-day availability (recommended on r/Tacoma). G3 Junk Removal serves Tacoma with estate cleanout services (also Reddit-recommended). Junk King Tacoma offers online booking with $20 savings and eco-friendly disposal. Homeyou reports Tacoma junk removal charges two fees — one for type/size of junk and one for truckloads needed. LoadUp specializes in bulk trash pickup in Tacoma for recycling, donation, and proper disposal.

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

Two free pickups a year — then $195/ton at the transfer station.

Tacoma's Call-2-Haul gives you two free curbside bulk pickups annually. Use them up? Pierce County transfer stations charge $195.32/ton ($39.06 minimum) — and that rate jumped 5.58% on March 1, 2026. LRI charges even more at $202.35/ton. With 219K residents and JBLM military families constantly moving, two pickups a year doesn't cut it.

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Free Call-2-Haul pickups

$195.32/ton

Pierce County transfer station rate

219K

Residents sharing limited service

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 Tacoma residents choose Dropcurb for mattress removal

Tacoma's Call-2-Haul is free but only available twice a year. Transfer stations charge $195.32/ton ($39.06 minimum). The Dump-It Dude starts at $199. Dropcurb starts at $79 with same-day pickup — instant online pricing, no appointment limits.

Serving North End, Hilltop, Proctor District, Stadium District, McKinley Hill, South End, and 4 more neighborhoods in Tacoma.

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