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How to get rid of a mattress in Newark, NJ
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Quick answer
Wrap the mattress fully in plastic and set it out on your zone's bulk day (Zone A: 1st Wednesday, Zone B: 2nd Wednesday), or schedule a mattress pickup with DPW (973-733-3644) for your Ward's day. Limit 3 mattresses.
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- Curbside
- Yes. Covered mattresses go out on your zone's monthly bulk day (Zone A: 1st Wednesday, Zone B: 2nd Wednesday), up to 3 mattresses and 10 bulk items total. The City also does mattress pickups by Ward day (Central Mon, East Tue, North Wed, South Thu, West Fri).
- Bag rule
- Required. Only covered mattresses are picked up; City ordinance requires mattresses to be covered in plastic before disposal (to stop bed bugs and disease).
- Cost / fines
- Free. More than 10 bulk items must be removed by a private hauler at the owner's expense the same day; violations can be fined.
- Appointment
- For a mattress pickup on your Ward day, schedule through Newark DPW (customer service 973-733-3644, [email protected]). Bulk day needs no appointment, just your zone's Wednesday.
- Tip
- You can also drop off mattresses at a DPW service center, Monday–Saturday 8 AM–3 PM: 61 Verona Ave. (North), 244 S. 12th St. (West/Central), 99 Earl St. (South), 29 Waydell St. (East).
Official source: dpw.newarknj.gov · dpw.newarknj.gov · dpw.newarknj.gov
Helpful supplies
- Mattress disposal bag Required here — 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 Newark?
Wrap the mattress fully in plastic and set it out on your zone's bulk day (Zone A: 1st Wednesday, Zone B: 2nd Wednesday), or schedule a mattress pickup with DPW (973-733-3644) for your Ward's day. Limit 3 mattresses.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Newark?
Required. Only covered mattresses are picked up; City ordinance requires mattresses to be covered in plastic before disposal (to stop bed bugs and disease).
How much does mattress disposal cost in Newark?
Free. More than 10 bulk items must be removed by a private hauler at the owner's expense the same day; violations can be fined.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Newark?
For a mattress pickup on your Ward day, schedule through Newark DPW (customer service 973-733-3644, [email protected]). Bulk day needs no appointment, just your zone's Wednesday.