Curbside GuideHow to dispose of a mattress in San Diego, CA
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Quick answer
Take it, unbagged, to the City's free Mattress Collection Site at 5161 Convoy St (east side of the Miramar Landfill entrance), Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM. There is no curbside pickup. It must be dry and free of bed bugs.
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- Curbside
- No — the City does not offer curbside or bulky item pickup.
- Bag rule
- Must NOT be bagged or boxed — mattresses in plastic bags or cardboard boxes are not accepted for recycling.
- Cost / fines
- Free drop-off, no limit (Bye Bye Mattress program). Landfill fees may apply if brought with other waste.
- Appointment
- No — drop off Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM at the Mattress Collection Site, 5161 Convoy St (Miramar Landfill entrance). Closed weekends.
- Tip
- Wet, severely damaged, soiled or bed-bug-infested mattresses are not accepted for recycling and must go in the trash.
Official source: www.sandiego.gov · getitdone.sandiego.gov
FAQ
How do I dispose of a mattress in San Diego?
Take it, unbagged, to the City's free Mattress Collection Site at 5161 Convoy St (east side of the Miramar Landfill entrance), Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM. There is no curbside pickup. It must be dry and free of bed bugs.
Does my mattress need to be bagged in San Diego?
Must NOT be bagged or boxed — mattresses in plastic bags or cardboard boxes are not accepted for recycling.
How much does mattress disposal cost in San Diego?
Free drop-off, no limit (Bye Bye Mattress program). Landfill fees may apply if brought with other waste.
Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in San Diego?
No — drop off Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM at the Mattress Collection Site, 5161 Convoy St (Miramar Landfill entrance). Closed weekends.