Curbside GuideHow to dispose of a mattress in Los Angeles County, CA
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Quick answer
Call your trash hauler (the number is on your bill) for a free bulky-item pickup, or drop it free at one of about 20 mattress collection centers. Retailers must take your old one free when delivering a new one.
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- Curbside
- Yes — most haulers offer free bulky-item pickup; call the number on your bill.
- Bag rule
- Not specified by County.
- Cost / fines
- Free: bulky pickup, ~20 permanent drop-off collection centers, collection events, and free retailer take-back on new mattress delivery (California law).
- Appointment
- Yes — request a bulky item pickup from your hauler.
- Tip
- Part of the Bye Bye Mattress program.
Official source: cleanla.lacounty.gov
FAQ
How do I dispose of a mattress in Los Angeles County?
Call your trash hauler (the number is on your bill) for a free bulky-item pickup, or drop it free at one of about 20 mattress collection centers. Retailers must take your old one free when delivering a new one.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in Los Angeles County?
Not specified by County.
How much does mattress disposal cost in Los Angeles County?
Free: bulky pickup, ~20 permanent drop-off collection centers, collection events, and free retailer take-back on new mattress delivery (California law).
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Los Angeles County?
Yes — request a bulky item pickup from your hauler.