Curbside GuideHow to get rid of a mattress in Carrollton, TX
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Wrap the mattress in plastic and put it at the front curb between 6 p.m. the night before and 6:30 a.m. on your trash day.
- Pickup Yes
- Bag Yes
- Cost Included for up to 3 cubic yard…
- Appointment No for weekly collection
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- Curbside
- Yes. Mattresses count as bulk and are collected weekly on your regular trash day, at the street curb in front of your home (not the alley).
- Bag rule
- Yes. The City says to wrap old mattresses in plastic.
- Cost / fines
- Included for up to 3 cubic yards of bulk a week. Pickup on another day costs extra (call 972-466-4950).
- Appointment
- No for weekly collection.
- Tip
- Set out no earlier than 6 p.m. the evening before and no later than 6:30 a.m. on collection day; early set-outs can be fined. Keep it 3 feet from carts, mailboxes, meters, fences and cars, with 16 feet of overhead clearance. Missed pickup: 972-466-4950.
Official source: www.cityofcarrollton.com
Helpful supplies
- 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.
FAQ
How do I get rid of a mattress in Carrollton?
Wrap the mattress in plastic and put it at the front curb between 6 p.m. the night before and 6:30 a.m. on your trash day.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Carrollton?
Yes. The City says to wrap old mattresses in plastic.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Carrollton?
Included for up to 3 cubic yards of bulk a week. Pickup on another day costs extra (call 972-466-4950).
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Carrollton?
No for weekly collection.