Curbside GuideHow to get rid of a mattress in Springfield, MA
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Buy two bulk stickers ($16), seal the mattress in a plastic mattress bag, then call 311 or (413) 736-3111 to schedule pickup.
- Pickup Yes
- Bag Required
- Cost $16 per mattress or box spring …
- Appointment Yes
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- Curbside
- Yes, by appointment for trash-fee customers. Mattresses and box springs need two bulk stickers each ($16 per unit as of Feb. 4, 2025). All mattresses and box springs must be sealed in plastic mattress bags or they will not be picked up.
- Bag rule
- Required. Seal the mattress or box spring in a plastic mattress bag. New-mattress plastic bags can be reused if they are 100% sealed with duct tape. Bags are sold at Lowe's, Home Depot, Walmart, Amazon and other retailers.
- Cost / fines
- $16 per mattress or box spring (two $8 stickers). Other bulk items are $8 each (one sticker).
- Appointment
- Yes. Call 311 or (413) 736-3111 to schedule. Bulk pickup is by advance phone request only.
- Tip
- Bulk collection is only for residents and properties that pay the City's annual trash fee. Buy stickers at Big Y stores in Springfield (and East Longmeadow, Ludlow, Longmeadow, West Springfield) or at the City Clerk's Office, 36 Court Street. The bag rule continues indefinitely until DPW rescinds it.
Official source: www.springfield-ma.gov · www.springfield-ma.gov
Helpful supplies
- Mattress disposal bag Required here — 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 Springfield?
Buy two bulk stickers ($16), seal the mattress in a plastic mattress bag, then call 311 or (413) 736-3111 to schedule pickup.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Springfield?
Required. Seal the mattress or box spring in a plastic mattress bag. New-mattress plastic bags can be reused if they are 100% sealed with duct tape. Bags are sold at Lowe's, Home Depot, Walmart, Amazon and other retailers.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Springfield?
$16 per mattress or box spring (two $8 stickers). Other bulk items are $8 each (one sticker).
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Springfield?
Yes. Call 311 or (413) 736-3111 to schedule. Bulk pickup is by advance phone request only.