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How to get rid of a mattress in Madison, WI
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Quick answer
Submit a Large Item Work Order on cityofmadison.com and choose a set-out Sunday. Put the mattress at the curb that Sunday, 4 ft from obstructions and off the sidewalk. Crews pick it up that week. You can also drop it off free at a City drop-off site with proof of residency.
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- Curbside
- Yes, by work order. Mattresses are on the City's list of large items. Submit a Large Item Work Order online before you set it out.
- Bag rule
- The City doesn't say.
- Cost / fines
- The City charges fees only for the items on its fee list, and mattresses aren't on it. You can also drop a mattress off free at a City drop-off site (East: 4602 Sycamore Ave; West: 402 South Point Rd; Central: 1504 Quann-Olin Pkwy). Bring proof of Madison residency.
- Appointment
- Yes. Complete the Large Item Work Order online and pick a set-out Sunday. Crews collect it during the following work week.
- Tip
- Set it out on the Sunday you picked, not earlier or later. Keep it 4 ft from obstructions, out of the street, and off the sidewalk. Items must be under 8 ft long. Properties with more than 8 units don't get large-item collection (since Jan 1, 2025). Drop-off hours run Mon 7:30–2:30, Tue and Thu 7:30–7, Fri 7:30–2:30, Sat 9–4 (closed Wed) through Dec 3, 2026. From Dec 4 they're Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 7:30–2:30. Questions: [email protected].
Official source: www.cityofmadison.com · www.cityofmadison.com · www.cityofmadison.com
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 Madison?
Submit a Large Item Work Order on cityofmadison.com and choose a set-out Sunday. Put the mattress at the curb that Sunday, 4 ft from obstructions and off the sidewalk. Crews pick it up that week. You can also drop it off free at a City drop-off site with proof of residency.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Madison?
The City doesn't say.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Madison?
The City charges fees only for the items on its fee list, and mattresses aren't on it. You can also drop a mattress off free at a City drop-off site (East: 4602 Sycamore Ave; West: 402 South Point Rd; Central: 1504 Quann-Olin Pkwy). Bring proof of Madison residency.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Madison?
Yes. Complete the Large Item Work Order online and pick a set-out Sunday. Crews collect it during the following work week.