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How to get rid of a mattress in Honolulu, HI
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Quick answer
Schedule a Bulky Item appointment online or at 768-3200, then place the mattress on the curb fronting your property (not blocking the sidewalk or driveway) after 6 p.m. the night before and by 6 a.m. on the appointment day. Apartment residents: use your building's common pickup spot.
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- Curbside
- Yes, by appointment. The City and County of Honolulu (Department of Environmental Services) collects furniture and mattresses through its Bulky Item appointment service.
- Bag rule
- Not specified by the City for mattresses. Follow the instructions on your appointment.
- Cost / fines
- No fee listed by the City for bulky item appointments. Up to 5 bulky items per appointment for single-family homes and for each unit in multi-unit buildings; one appointment per address per month (Waikiki: weekly).
- Appointment
- Yes. Book online through the City's Bulky Item appointment tool (honolulu.sanstar.net) or call 768-3200. List each item and quantity; only items on the appointment are collected. Set items out no earlier than 6 p.m. the evening before and by 6 a.m. on your appointment day.
- Tip
- Can't wait? Residents can drop mattresses off as regular refuse at City convenience centers (daily 7 a.m.-6 p.m.) or transfer stations, 2 loads per day, in a sedan, SUV, pickup or minivan. Closest to town: Ke'ehi Transfer Station, 606 Middle St (Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 7 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sun).
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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 Honolulu?
Schedule a Bulky Item appointment online or at 768-3200, then place the mattress on the curb fronting your property (not blocking the sidewalk or driveway) after 6 p.m. the night before and by 6 a.m. on the appointment day. Apartment residents: use your building's common pickup spot.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Honolulu?
Not specified by the City for mattresses. Follow the instructions on your appointment.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Honolulu?
No fee listed by the City for bulky item appointments. Up to 5 bulky items per appointment for single-family homes and for each unit in multi-unit buildings; one appointment per address per month (Waikiki: weekly).
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Honolulu?
Yes. Book online through the City's Bulky Item appointment tool (honolulu.sanstar.net) or call 768-3200. List each item and quantity; only items on the appointment are collected. Set items out no earlier than 6 p.m. the evening before and by 6 a.m. on your appointment day.