Curbside GuideHow to dispose of a mattress in El Paso, TX
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Quick answer
Call Environmental Services at 915-212-6000 to book a paid special pickup ($35 for up to 5 cubic yards), then put the mattress at the curb by 6 AM on your pickup day. Or drop it at a Citizen Collection Station with a pass, your water bill and matching ID.
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- Curbside
- Only as a paid Special Collection. Mattresses and box springs are accepted bulky items.
- Bag rule
- Not specified by the City.
- Cost / fines
- $35 for up to 5 cubic yards, plus $7 for each additional cubic yard; tax added.
- Appointment
- Yes. Call Environmental Services at (915) 212-6000 (Mon–Fri, 7 AM–2 PM). Put it at the curb by 6 AM on your pickup day, at least 5 feet from carts, mailbox, fence, parked cars and other obstructions, without blocking the sidewalk.
- Tip
- Or take it to one of five Citizen Collection Stations (Tue–Sat 8 AM–4 PM). You need a station pass, a current water bill and an ID with the matching address; limit 4 visits a month.
Official source: www.elpasotexas.gov · www.elpasotexas.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 El Paso?
Call Environmental Services at 915-212-6000 to book a paid special pickup ($35 for up to 5 cubic yards), then put the mattress at the curb by 6 AM on your pickup day. Or drop it at a Citizen Collection Station with a pass, your water bill and matching ID.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in El Paso?
Not specified by the City.
How much does mattress disposal cost in El Paso?
$35 for up to 5 cubic yards, plus $7 for each additional cubic yard; tax added.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in El Paso?
Yes. Call Environmental Services at (915) 212-6000 (Mon–Fri, 7 AM–2 PM). Put it at the curb by 6 AM on your pickup day, at least 5 feet from carts, mailbox, fence, parked cars and other obstructions, without blocking the sidewalk.