How to get rid of a mattress in Allentown, PA

Last updated: November 5, 2026

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Wrap the matching mattress and box spring in plastic and set them out as your one bulk item on the second trash night of your week (5–10 p.m.).

✓ Last verified: 2026-11-05

Curbside: Yes. On the second collection night of your week (Wed/Thu/Fri), residents may set out 1 bulk item — a matching mattress and box spring set counts as that item and must be wrapped in plastic.
Bag rule: Required — mattress and box spring matching set must be wrapped in plastic.
Cost / fines: No separate fee listed within the 1 bulk item limit on the second collection night.
Appointment: No. Place out between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. on your second collection night. Remove emptied containers within 12 hours.
Tip: Electronics, metal/appliances, tires, concrete and pianos are not collected as bulk — call the Recycling Office at (610) 437-8729 for options. Report misses to [email protected].

Mattress disposal bag Required here — A sealed plastic bag keeps the mattress clean and is required for curbside pickup in some cities.
Moving straps or a furniture dolly — Makes it easier to carry a heavy mattress down stairs and out to the curb.

Wrap the matching mattress and box spring in plastic and set them out as your one bulk item on the second trash night of your week (5–10 p.m.).

Required — mattress and box spring matching set must be wrapped in plastic.

No separate fee listed within the 1 bulk item limit on the second collection night.

No. Place out between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. on your second collection night. Remove emptied containers within 12 hours.