Curbside GuideHow to get rid of a mattress in Arlington, TX
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Set the mattress at the curb by 7 a.m. on your regular collection day. It goes out with the weekly bulky pickup (up to 2 cubic yards), no wrap needed.
- Pickup Yes
- Bag Not required
- Cost Free with weekly collection, up…
- Appointment No
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- Curbside
- Yes. Mattresses and box springs go out with weekly bulky item collection on your regular collection day. The City's Action Center confirmed this by phone on November 4, 2026.
- Bag rule
- Not required. The Action Center said mattresses don't need to be wrapped.
- Cost / fines
- Free with weekly collection, up to 2 cubic yards of bulky items a week (about the size of a washer and dryer). For more than that, call Republic Services at 817-317-2000 to schedule a special collection for a fee.
- Appointment
- No. Bulky items are collected each week on your collection day. Set them out by 7 a.m.
- Tip
- The City says each bundle or item must weigh less than 50 pounds. You can also use one of your free or discounted visits to the Arlington Landfill, 800 Mosier Valley Road, Euless. Questions: Action Center, 817-459-6777.
Official source: www.arlingtontx.gov
Helpful supplies
- Mattress disposal bag — 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.
FAQ
How do I get rid of a mattress in Arlington?
Set the mattress at the curb by 7 a.m. on your regular collection day. It goes out with the weekly bulky pickup (up to 2 cubic yards), no wrap needed.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Arlington?
Not required. The Action Center said mattresses don't need to be wrapped.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Arlington?
Free with weekly collection, up to 2 cubic yards of bulky items a week (about the size of a washer and dryer). For more than that, call Republic Services at 817-317-2000 to schedule a special collection for a fee.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Arlington?
No. Bulky items are collected each week on your collection day. Set them out by 7 a.m.