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How to get rid of a mattress in Plano, TX
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Quick answer
Put the mattress at your collection point, within 6 ft of the alley or curb, by 7 AM on your monthly bulky waste day and no more than five days early. If you need it gone sooner, book a Special Paid Collection ($10 per cubic yard, $20 minimum) at 972-769-4150.
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- Curbside
- Yes. Mattresses and box springs are accepted in Plano's monthly bulky waste collection on your assigned bulky waste day.
- Bag rule
- The City doesn't say. If it isn't obvious the mattress is trash, label it "bulky waste."
- Cost / fines
- The City lists no separate fee for the monthly bulky pickup. If you need a pickup on a different day, or your pile is bigger than 6 x 4 x 4 ft, book a Special Paid Collection: $10 per cubic yard ($20 minimum), billed on your City utility bill.
- Appointment
- No. Set it out for your monthly bulky waste day. Find your day on the City's collection map or call 972-769-4150.
- Tip
- Put it out no earlier than five days before and no later than 7 AM on your bulky day. Keep it within 6 ft of the alley or curb and at least 2 ft from carts, fences, vehicles and gas meters. Piles can be up to 6 ft x 4 ft x 4 ft.
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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 Plano?
Put the mattress at your collection point, within 6 ft of the alley or curb, by 7 AM on your monthly bulky waste day and no more than five days early. If you need it gone sooner, book a Special Paid Collection ($10 per cubic yard, $20 minimum) at 972-769-4150.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Plano?
The City doesn't say. If it isn't obvious the mattress is trash, label it "bulky waste."
How much does mattress disposal cost in Plano?
The City lists no separate fee for the monthly bulky pickup. If you need a pickup on a different day, or your pile is bigger than 6 x 4 x 4 ft, book a Special Paid Collection: $10 per cubic yard ($20 minimum), billed on your City utility bill.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Plano?
No. Set it out for your monthly bulky waste day. Find your day on the City's collection map or call 972-769-4150.