Curbside GuideHow to get rid of a mattress in Salinas, CA
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Call Republic Services of Salinas at (831) 775-3840 to schedule your free yearly bulky pickup and set the mattress out as they instruct.
- Pickup Yes
- Bag Not required by the City's page
- Cost One free bulk collection per ye…
- Appointment Yes
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- Curbside
- Yes. The City lists mattresses and box springs as bulky items. Single-family homes get one free bulk pickup per year through Republic Services (2 large items, or up to about 2 cubic yards). Extra pickups have a fee.
- Bag rule
- Not required by the City's page.
- Cost / fines
- One free bulk collection per year for residential customers. Additional bulky pickups incur a fee — call Republic Services of Salinas at (831) 775-3840.
- Appointment
- Yes. Schedule through Republic Services (Bulky Item Pick-Up / (831) 775-3840).
- Tip
- You can also drop bulky items at Salinas Valley Recycles facilities (fees may apply; check the fee schedule), use annual City cleanup events, or rent a debris box from Republic. Donate reusable items when you can.
Official source: www.cityofsalinas.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 Salinas?
Call Republic Services of Salinas at (831) 775-3840 to schedule your free yearly bulky pickup and set the mattress out as they instruct.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Salinas?
Not required by the City's page.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Salinas?
One free bulk collection per year for residential customers. Additional bulky pickups incur a fee — call Republic Services of Salinas at (831) 775-3840.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Salinas?
Yes. Schedule through Republic Services (Bulky Item Pick-Up / (831) 775-3840).