Curbside GuideHow to dispose of a mattress in Louisville, KY
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Quick answer
Book a Large Item Pickup appointment, then set the mattress out where your garbage is collected after 4 p.m. the day before and by 6 a.m. on your appointment day. Keep it clear of cars, sidewalks and the street. Or drop it off free at the Waste Reduction Center.
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- Curbside
- Yes, by appointment, if you're in the Urban Services District (Metro garbage service). The City lists mattresses and box springs as large items for Large Item Pickup.
- Bag rule
- Not specified by the City. Keep the mattress intact; don't cut it up or set out bags or boxes of small items.
- Cost / fines
- Free. Up to 4 large items per appointment, one appointment per week.
- Appointment
- Yes. Schedule online through MyLouisville (louisvilleky.gov). You get a pending email, then a confirmation email two days before with your date (usually within 5 days). Outside the Urban Services District? Ask your private waste hauler.
- Tip
- Free drop-off: Louisville/Jefferson County residents can bring up to 4 large household items per day to the Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Ave (entrance on Bland St), Tue-Fri 8 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-4:30 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Official source: louisvilleky.gov · louisvilleky.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 Louisville?
Book a Large Item Pickup appointment, then set the mattress out where your garbage is collected after 4 p.m. the day before and by 6 a.m. on your appointment day. Keep it clear of cars, sidewalks and the street. Or drop it off free at the Waste Reduction Center.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Louisville?
Not specified by the City. Keep the mattress intact; don't cut it up or set out bags or boxes of small items.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Louisville?
Free. Up to 4 large items per appointment, one appointment per week.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Louisville?
Yes. Schedule online through MyLouisville (louisvilleky.gov). You get a pending email, then a confirmation email two days before with your date (usually within 5 days). Outside the Urban Services District? Ask your private waste hauler.