Curbside GuideHow to get rid of a mattress in Boise, ID
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Quick answer
Call Republic Services at (208) 345-1266 to schedule a free bulky item pickup (up to six items a year), then put the mattress at the curb or in the alley for collection.
- Pickup Yes
- Bag Not required
- Cost Free
- Appointment Yes
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- Curbside
- Yes, by request. Boise's Curb It program lists "mattress/box spring" among the bulky items it collects at the curb or in the alley.
- Bag rule
- Not required. Boise's bulky item guidelines don't ask you to bag or wrap mattresses.
- Cost / fines
- Free. Up to six bulky items are collected per customer per year at no charge, on request.
- Appointment
- Yes. Call Republic Services at (208) 345-1266 to request a bulky item pickup.
- Tip
- Set the mattress at the curb or in the alley, wherever your carts go. A mattress and a box spring may count as two of your six free yearly items. Extra bags of regular trash need one of your five free yearly Overflow Stickers instead.
Official source: www.cityofboise.org
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 Boise?
Call Republic Services at (208) 345-1266 to schedule a free bulky item pickup (up to six items a year), then put the mattress at the curb or in the alley for collection.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Boise?
Not required. Boise's bulky item guidelines don't ask you to bag or wrap mattresses.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Boise?
Free. Up to six bulky items are collected per customer per year at no charge, on request.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Boise?
Yes. Call Republic Services at (208) 345-1266 to request a bulky item pickup.