Curbside GuideHow to get rid of a mattress in Berkeley, CA
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Call Zero Waste at (510) 981-7270 to schedule a mattress recycling pickup, or drop up to 2 mattresses free at the Berkeley Transfer Station.
- Pickup Yes
- Bag Not required
- Cost Curbside mattress pickup is fre…
- Appointment Yes
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- Curbside
- Yes — separate mattress recycling pickup (not regular bulky waste). Single-family homes: 2 pickups/year, up to 2 mattresses each. Multi-family (1–9 units): 2 pickups/year, up to 4 mattresses each.
- Bag rule
- Not required. Avoid requesting pickup on a rainy day — wet mattresses may not be recyclable.
- Cost / fines
- Curbside mattress pickup is free for eligible residential properties. Drop-off of up to 2 mattresses at the Berkeley Transfer Station is free for California residents (commercial customers pay a fee).
- Appointment
- Yes. Property owner calls (510) 981-7270; schedule Mon–Wed for a Thursday pickup. Set out by 7 a.m. at the curb (not on private property).
- Tip
- Regular bulky waste pickup will not take recyclable mattresses. Not accepted for mattress recycling: infant mattresses, air mattresses, toppers, futon frames, or excessively wet/moldy/soiled/bed-bug items.
Official source: berkeleyca.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 Berkeley?
Call Zero Waste at (510) 981-7270 to schedule a mattress recycling pickup, or drop up to 2 mattresses free at the Berkeley Transfer Station.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Berkeley?
Not required. Avoid requesting pickup on a rainy day — wet mattresses may not be recyclable.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Berkeley?
Curbside mattress pickup is free for eligible residential properties. Drop-off of up to 2 mattresses at the Berkeley Transfer Station is free for California residents (commercial customers pay a fee).
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Berkeley?
Yes. Property owner calls (510) 981-7270; schedule Mon–Wed for a Thursday pickup. Set out by 7 a.m. at the curb (not on private property).
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