Curbside GuideHow to dispose of a mattress in Detroit, MI
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Quick answer
Put the mattress at the curb in front of your home on your scheduled bulk day, in its own pile, up to about 2 cubic yards of bulk per pickup. Or take it free to a DPW drop-off yard with your ID.
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- Curbside
- Yes. Mattresses go out with curbside bulk pickup on your trash day (DPW lists bulk among the services picked up weekly).
- Bag rule
- Not specified by the City.
- Cost / fines
- No separate fee listed for curbside bulk (limit about 2 cubic yards, roughly 2 stoves). Over the limit? DPW paid pickup is $40 per cubic yard: (313) 876-0004.
- Appointment
- No. Find your bulk day at detroitmi.gov/webapp/find-your-waste-pickup-schedule or text your street address to (313) 800-7905 for reminders. Place items at the curb in front of your home, never in vacant lots or alleys.
- Tip
- Free drop-off for Detroit residents with ID (up to 1,000 lbs of bulk per day): Southfield Yard (12255 Southfield), Davison Yard (8221 W. Davison) and J. Fons Yard (6451 E. McNichols).
Official source: detroitmi.gov · detroitmi.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 Detroit?
Put the mattress at the curb in front of your home on your scheduled bulk day, in its own pile, up to about 2 cubic yards of bulk per pickup. Or take it free to a DPW drop-off yard with your ID.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Detroit?
Not specified by the City.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Detroit?
No separate fee listed for curbside bulk (limit about 2 cubic yards, roughly 2 stoves). Over the limit? DPW paid pickup is $40 per cubic yard: (313) 876-0004.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Detroit?
No. Find your bulk day at detroitmi.gov/webapp/find-your-waste-pickup-schedule or text your street address to (313) 800-7905 for reminders. Place items at the curb in front of your home, never in vacant lots or alleys.