How to get rid of a mattress in Meridian, ID

Last updated: November 7, 2026

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Schedule a free bulky pickup online or at 208-345-1265, then set the mattress at the curb by 6 a.m. on your trash day with about 3 feet of clearance.

Pickup Yes
Bag Not stated as required for matt…
Cost Up to 10 free bulky-item pickup…
Appointment Yes

✓ Last verified: 2026-11-07

Curbside: Yes — schedule bulky-item pickup through Republic Services. The City's Bulky Item Trash Pickup page says objects too large for the trash cart — such as couches, mattresses, and appliances — qualify.
Bag rule: Not stated as required for mattresses. Smaller non-furniture items must go in tightly closed plastic bags inside a box or personal container.
Cost / fines: Up to 10 free bulky-item pickups per calendar year for single-family households with Republic trash-cart service. Refrigerant appliances (fridges, A/C) are $77.36 per item on the utility bill.
Appointment: Yes — complete the City Bulky Item Form online or call Republic Services at 208-345-1265. Place items at the curb by 6 a.m. on your normal trash day (unless Republic says otherwise), at least 3 feet from carts and other objects.
Tip: Unaccepted: e-waste, TVs, tires, HHW, construction debris, pianos, hot tubs, and more (see City page). Questions: Republic 208-345-1265 / [email protected]; City Solid Waste 208-898-5500 / [email protected].

Official source: www.meridiancity.org · www.meridiancity.org

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 Meridian?

Schedule a free bulky pickup online or at 208-345-1265, then set the mattress at the curb by 6 a.m. on your trash day with about 3 feet of clearance.

Does my mattress need to be bagged in Meridian?

Not stated as required for mattresses. Smaller non-furniture items must go in tightly closed plastic bags inside a box or personal container.

How much does mattress disposal cost in Meridian?

Up to 10 free bulky-item pickups per calendar year for single-family households with Republic trash-cart service. Refrigerant appliances (fridges, A/C) are $77.36 per item on the utility bill.

Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Meridian?

Yes — complete the City Bulky Item Form online or call Republic Services at 208-345-1265. Place items at the curb by 6 a.m. on your normal trash day (unless Republic says otherwise), at least 3 feet from carts and other objects.