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How to get rid of a mattress in Scottsdale, AZ
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Quick answer
Find your Brush and Bulk week, then set the mattress out with your bulk pile (separate from green waste) up to 3 days before that Monday. Alley homes: your side of the alley along your property line. Questions: Solid Waste, 480-312-5600.
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- Curbside
- Yes. Mattresses are on the accepted list for Scottsdale's monthly Brush and Bulk collection, for residents who pay for City residential collection.
- Bag rule
- Not required. The City doesn't ask you to bag or wrap mattresses.
- Cost / fines
- Included with City residential collection service.
- Appointment
- No. Collection runs during your scheduled monthly Brush and Bulk week (Monday to Friday); check your week on the City's collection map and schedule.
- Tip
- Put items out no sooner than 3 days before the Monday of your collection week. The crew comes once that week and won't come back for piles set out after your street is done. Keep piles under 10 ft long, 6 ft wide and 4 ft tall, at least 4 feet from containers, meters, hydrants and walls.
Official source: www.scottsdaleaz.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 Scottsdale?
Find your Brush and Bulk week, then set the mattress out with your bulk pile (separate from green waste) up to 3 days before that Monday. Alley homes: your side of the alley along your property line. Questions: Solid Waste, 480-312-5600.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Scottsdale?
Not required. The City doesn't ask you to bag or wrap mattresses.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Scottsdale?
Included with City residential collection service.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Scottsdale?
No. Collection runs during your scheduled monthly Brush and Bulk week (Monday to Friday); check your week on the City's collection map and schedule.