Mattress Removal in Arlington, Virginia
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 Arlington
Curb it
Place your mattress at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.
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Select your item, see the exact price ($79), and pick your day. 60 seconds.
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A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Arlington. 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 Arlington?
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 Arlington
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 Arlington?
- • 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 Arlington pick up mattresses?
Junk removal in Arlington starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup, no in-person estimates. Arlington County provides weekly curbside collection and special bulk pickups, but bulky items require scheduling a separate collection and the $13.85M program budget is stretched across 238,000+ residents.
City program details: Arlington County provides weekly curbside recycling, trash, and organics collection for single-family homes, duplexes, and some townhouses. Special collections available for large bulky items, large quantities, appliances, heavy metal, and unbundled brush. Trash/recycling program is self-supporting at $13.85M annual budget funded by user fees.
Arlington provides weekly curbside trash/recycling/organics collection. Bulky items require scheduling special collection — separate from regular pickup. The county changed its trash collection contractor for FY2026 at a program cost of $13.85M funded entirely by user fees. E-CARE events at Wakefield HS handle electronics and hazardous waste but run only a few times per year. LoadUp starts at $79 per item, TurboHaul offers cubic-yard pricing, and the average Arlington junk removal job costs $226-$237 according to Homeyou. 1-800-GOT-JUNK operates via the Alexandria franchise and requires in-person estimates.
Dropcurb picks up mattresses same-day in Arlington for $79 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.
Monthly fees keep adding up, plus bulk item charges.
Arlington's fee structure means paying monthly whether you use the service or not, then paying extra for bulk items when you do need pickup. Those charges compound quickly for anyone dealing with renovations or moves.
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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 Arlington residents choose Dropcurb for mattress removal
Arlington's special bulk collection must be scheduled separately from regular pickup. E-CARE events for electronics run only a few times per year. Federal workers and contractors need disposal on 48-hour notice. Dropcurb picks up same-day for $79 flat from Crystal City to Ballston — no scheduling call, no waiting for the next E-CARE event.
Serving Crystal City, Ballston, Clarendon, Pentagon City, Rosslyn, Courthouse, and 2 more neighborhoods in Arlington.
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