Curbside GuideHow to dispose of a mattress in Denver, CO
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Bag and wrap the mattress, then set it out by 6 a.m. on your Large Item Pickup day (every 9 weeks, same day as trash), at least 2 feet from carts, cars and poles. Up to 5 large items per pickup.
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- Curbside
- Yes — Large Item Pickup every 9 weeks on your regular trash day; up to 5 large items and 10 bags per address.
- Bag rule
- Required — mattresses and box springs must be bagged and wrapped.
- Cost / fines
- Included with City trash service. Private transfer stations take mattresses for a fee.
- Appointment
- No — follow your Large Item Pickup schedule (Denver Trash and Recycling app or online lookup).
- Tip
- Setting large items out outside your scheduled pickup counts as illegal dumping.
Official source: www.denvergov.org
FAQ
How do I dispose of a mattress in Denver?
Bag and wrap the mattress, then set it out by 6 a.m. on your Large Item Pickup day (every 9 weeks, same day as trash), at least 2 feet from carts, cars and poles. Up to 5 large items per pickup.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Denver?
Required — mattresses and box springs must be bagged and wrapped.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Denver?
Included with City trash service. Private transfer stations take mattresses for a fee.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Denver?
No — follow your Large Item Pickup schedule (Denver Trash and Recycling app or online lookup).