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How to get rid of a mattress in San Bernardino, CA
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Quick answer
Call Burrtec at 909-804-4222 a week before your trash day, list the mattress, and set it out on the date they give you. Two free pickups a year, up to 5 items each.
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- Curbside
- Yes. Mattresses are on the City's list of bulky items that Burrtec picks up at the curb.
- Bag rule
- The City's bulky-item page doesn't list a bag rule for mattresses.
- Cost / fines
- Free. Every San Bernardino resident gets two free bulky-item collections a year, up to 5 items each time.
- Appointment
- Yes. Call Burrtec at 909-804-4222 at least one week before your regular collection day with a list of items, and they'll give you a pickup date.
- Tip
- The pickup doesn't take concrete, rock, dirt or construction debris. The City also holds free Community Dump Days with Burrtec.
Official source: www.sanbernardino.gov
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 San Bernardino?
Call Burrtec at 909-804-4222 a week before your trash day, list the mattress, and set it out on the date they give you. Two free pickups a year, up to 5 items each.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in San Bernardino?
The City's bulky-item page doesn't list a bag rule for mattresses.
How much does mattress disposal cost in San Bernardino?
Free. Every San Bernardino resident gets two free bulky-item collections a year, up to 5 items each time.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in San Bernardino?
Yes. Call Burrtec at 909-804-4222 at least one week before your regular collection day with a list of items, and they'll give you a pickup date.