Curbside GuideHow to get rid of a mattress in Santa Clara, CA
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Call Mission Trail Waste Systems at 408-727-5365 to book an on-call bulky pickup for the mattress.
- Pickup Yes
- Bag Not mentioned by the City
- Cost The City's page doesn't list th…
- Appointment Yes
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- Curbside
- Yes, for a fee, through the City's On-Call Bulky Item Collection Program for single-family homes and townhomes (up to three bulky items plus two one-cubic-yard debris bags). The free 2026 Annual Cleanup Campaign, which also took mattresses, ran in April and May.
- Bag rule
- Not mentioned by the City.
- Cost / fines
- The City's page doesn't list the price. Call Mission Trail Waste Systems at 408-727-5365 for pricing and eligibility.
- Appointment
- Yes. Call Mission Trail Waste Systems, the City's franchise hauler, at 408-727-5365. Not all HOAs participate.
- Tip
- Items go at the front curb of your home. The City's Environmental Day events also accept mattresses. Questions: Public Works, 408-615-3080, or [email protected].
Official source: www.santaclaraca.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 Santa Clara?
Call Mission Trail Waste Systems at 408-727-5365 to book an on-call bulky pickup for the mattress.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Santa Clara?
Not mentioned by the City.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Santa Clara?
The City's page doesn't list the price. Call Mission Trail Waste Systems at 408-727-5365 for pricing and eligibility.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Santa Clara?
Yes. Call Mission Trail Waste Systems, the City's franchise hauler, at 408-727-5365. Not all HOAs participate.