Curbside GuideHow to dispose of a mattress in Baltimore, MD
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Request bulk pickup through 311, mark the mattress "bulk collection" and set it at your regular trash spot by 7 a.m. on pickup day (rear pickup: end of the yard, gate unlocked). Or recycle it at Quarantine Road.
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- Curbside
- Yes. DPW picks up mattresses and box springs as bulk trash, up to 3 bulk items per household per month, on your scheduled bulk Saturday.
- Bag rule
- Not specified by the City. Items must be clearly marked "bulk collection."
- Cost / fines
- No fee listed for up to 3 bulk items a month.
- Appointment
- Yes. Call 311 (or use 311 Online) at least 4 working days before your monthly bulk Saturday with your address, phone number and the items.
- Tip
- Recycle it free: Baltimore City residents can drop off clean, dry mattresses and box springs at the DPW Quarantine Road Landfill Residential Recycling Center, 6100 Quarantine Rd, Mon-Sat 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. You unload it yourself.
Official source: www.baltimorecity.gov · www.baltimorecity.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 dispose of a mattress in Baltimore?
Request bulk pickup through 311, mark the mattress "bulk collection" and set it at your regular trash spot by 7 a.m. on pickup day (rear pickup: end of the yard, gate unlocked). Or recycle it at Quarantine Road.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Baltimore?
Not specified by the City. Items must be clearly marked "bulk collection."
How much does mattress disposal cost in Baltimore?
No fee listed for up to 3 bulk items a month.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Baltimore?
Yes. Call 311 (or use 311 Online) at least 4 working days before your monthly bulk Saturday with your address, phone number and the items.