Mattress Removal in New York City, New York
Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.
You have five realistic options for getting rid of a mattress: city bulk pickup (free but slow), donation (if it's in good condition and stain-free), self-haul to the dump ($30–80), curbside pickup through Dropcurb ($79, same day), or traditional junk removal ($150–600+). Most used mattresses can't be donated due to hygiene regulations, which makes disposal the main challenge.
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How mattress removal works in New York City
Curb it
Place your mattress at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
Book it
Select your item, see the exact price ($79), and pick your day. 60 seconds.
Gone
A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in New York City. You get a text when it's done.
No strangers in your home. No scheduling a 4-hour window. No being home.
How much does mattress removal cost in New York City?
Mattress removal costs $79 through Dropcurb — that's the pickup fee with your first mattress included. Each additional mattress is +$29. A mattress + box spring set is $109. Traditional junk removal companies charge $150–$400+ because they send a crew into your home. City bulk pickup is free but often requires a 2–9 week wait and plastic wrapping.
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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+
5 ways to get rid of a mattress in New York City
Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.
How to prepare your mattress for pickup
- ✓ Lean against a wall or lay flat at the curb. No need to wrap or bag.
- ✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
- ✓ No need to be home
When do you need mattress removal in New York City?
- • New mattress arriving, old one needs to go
- • Moving out — mattress won't fit in the new place
- • Estate cleanout with multiple mattresses
- • Apartment complex requiring mattress removal before move-out
Does New York City pick up mattresses?
Junk removal in NYC starts at $79 with Dropcurb. DSNY offers free bulk pickup through the 311 app, but waits of 5-10 business days leave items sitting on the curb — a code violation risk in many neighborhoods. NYC also bans e-waste from curbside trash entirely.
City program details: NYC Bulk Item Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 5-10 business days. Fees: free for residents
DSNY bulk pickup is free but requires a 311 request and 5-10 business day wait. Mattresses must be sealed in a bag. CFC appliances (fridges, AC units) need a separate request. E-waste is banned from curbside trash — residents must find SAFE Disposal events or drop-off sites. Taskrabbit junk haulers start at $40/hour. 1-800-GOT-JUNK charges $150-$600+ across all five boroughs. LoadUp starts at $79/item.
Dropcurb picks up mattresses same-day in New York City for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
NYC's free bulk pickup takes 5-10 days. Your building won't wait that long.
In a city of 8.3 million where building supers enforce curb rules and neighbors file complaints, leaving items outside for two weeks isn't just inconvenient — it can mean fines. Whether you're in a Park Slope brownstone or an Astoria walk-up, DSNY's timeline doesn't match NYC urgency.
5-10 days
DSNY bulk pickup wait
8.3M
Residents sharing DSNY capacity
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What happens to your mattress after pickup
Mattresses are recycled at licensed facilities where steel springs, foam, and fabric are separated and processed individually. Springs are melted down for scrap steel, foam is shredded for carpet padding or industrial use, and clean fabric is repurposed. Mattresses in good condition (no stains, no structural damage) are donated to local shelters and charities when possible. Items that can't be recycled or donated are disposed of at permitted solid waste facilities.
Why New York City residents choose Dropcurb for mattress removal
Dropcurb's $79 per item skips the 311 queue and gets items gone same-day. No mattress bag requirement, no separate CFC request, no hunting for e-waste events. We match LoadUp's price with curbside-only simplicity — no strangers in your apartment.
Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island, Financial District, and 3 more neighborhoods in New York City.
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