How to get rid of a mattress in Waterbury (2026 local guide)
We looked for every way to get rid of a mattress in and around Waterbury and listed them all below — pickup and recycling, city curbside collection, drop-off sites, junk removal companies, store haul-away and donation — with what each one costs and the page we took it from.
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut · 29 options, 9 free · checked Sep 22, 2026
Mattresses can be recycled in Waterbury — 3 of the drop-off options recycle or reuse rather than landfill, and you can book a recycling pickup online with our Waterbury mattress recycling partner.
Researched from each provider's own pages and approved for publication by Tim Sumerfield, who has worked in mattress recycling for over a decade. How we check these listings
6 ways to get rid of a mattress in Waterbury
Everything we could find for this city. Click any one of them for the full details.
- 1A Bedder World Mattress Recycling — Waterbury (our Waterbury mattress recycling partner)Easily book a curbside or in-home pickup for mattress recycling throughout Waterbury$125
- 2City curbside pickup in WaterburyBook a date with the city and leave it at the curbFee not published
- 3Drop-off options near Waterbury3 places that take mattresses, nearest 4 miles awayFree
- 4Junk removal options serving Waterbury4 national companies that come to your doorQuoted by address
- 5Store haul-away options in Waterbury20 retailers remove the old mattress on deliveryFree at 8
- 6Donation options in Waterbury2 charities checked, 1 will not take a mattressFree
Also on this page: Connecticut rules · common questions · what to check first
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Want your mattress picked up and recycled in Waterbury?
Use our Waterbury mattress recycling partner, A Bedder World.
A Bedder World is a curbside and in-home mattress pickup service, recycling mattresses for homes and businesses throughout Waterbury. They take it from the curb or carry it out of any room, and you book online and see the full price before you confirm.
- All 50 states covered
- 1M+ mattresses recycled
- 90% of materials recovered
Metro areas in all 50 states; book online. Small-town and rural coverage not stated.
$125a mattress · $155 with a box spring
See the price for WaterburyRun by the founder of this site. Every other option here is listed so you can compare.
Prices, conditions and sources
Curbside or inside pickup; stairs and long carries cost extra. Owned by the operator of this site.
$125 — Single mattress, per national FAQ.
$155 — Mattress and box spring set, per national FAQ.
$10 extra — Each flight of stairs.
Not confirmed: Per-city price may differ from the national FAQ.
Not confirmed: Recycling outcome per market not independently verified.
A Bedder World states it serves homes and businesses, listing bulk removal for hotels, apartments and commercial customers alongside residential pickup. Source
A Bedder World states it covers 1,000+ cities across all 50 states, with next-day pickup available. Source
A Bedder World states it removes the mattress from anywhere on the property, so pickup is from the curb or from inside the home. Source
A Bedder World states 90% of mattress materials are recovered and commits to sending none to landfill. Source
A Bedder World states it has recycled more than 1 million mattresses. Source
2City curbside pickup in Waterbury
Waterbury’s own collection service takes the mattress from outside your home. You normally have to book a date in advance and follow their wrapping rules.
City of Waterbury special bulk pick-up
Waterbury residents on city curbside refuse collection
Conditions and source
Special pick-ups are by appointment only with no more than five items at one time, and an appointment must be made before putting items at the curb; bulk and yard waste are collected on alternate Wednesdays after regular trash; bulky items include couches, mattresses and large furniture; no construction materials
Not confirmed: The bulk pick-up request form does not state whether a fee applies
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
City of Waterbury Bureau of Refuse: bulk pick-up request form and disposal alternatives
Fee not published
Visit siteA Bedder World collects from the curb too, or from any room in the house — see option 1.
3Drop-off options near Waterbury
Places that accept mattresses if you can get it there yourself. Distance is measured from the centre of Waterbury. Some accept residents of their own city or county only, so check before you drive.
Mark Lane Transfer Facility mattress drop-off
Waterbury residents; a valid Connecticut driver's license showing Waterbury residency is the only accepted ID; tenants may bring only their own property, and landlords' materials from properties they do not occupy are charged as business waste
Conditions and source
Clean, dry mattresses are recycled separately from bulky waste while dirty or wet mattresses go in with bulky waste; each household gets two free bulky-waste dumps a year; summer hours (Mar 1-Nov 30) Tue-Sat 7am-3pm and winter hours (Dec 1-Feb 29) Mon-Fri 7am-3pm, with vehicles on the scale by 2:30 pm
- $30 — mattress or box spring, each
- Plus $28.75 — surcharge: each additional bulky-waste dump beyond the two free per household per year, first 500 pounds ($0.0575 per pound thereafter)
Not confirmed: The page does not make clear whether the $30 per-mattress charge applies from the first drop-off or only after the two free annual bulky dumps are used
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
$30
Visit siteNearest
Middlebury Transfer Station mattress drop-off
Middlebury residents only, with a current Transfer Station permit; commercial waste is not accepted
Conditions and source
Clean, dry mattresses and box springs are free through the town's recycling program; wet and/or stained mattresses do not qualify for the recycling program and are charged per item; open Tuesday-Friday 7 am-2:45 pm and Saturday 7:30 am-3:15 pm, closed Sunday, Monday and state holidays
- $0 — clean, dry mattress or box spring under the town's recycling program
- $50 — wet and/or stained mattress or box spring, each, because it does not qualify for the recycling program
Not confirmed: The Bye Bye Mattress locator's entry for this site differs from the town page on both address and residency restriction
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Free–$50
Visit siteCheapest
City of Middletown Recycling Center — free mattress drop-off (Bye Bye Mattress)
Listed under "Free drop-off for public/residents". Town transfer stations in Connecticut normally require proof of town residency; the locator entry does not state the rule for this site.
Conditions and source
The Mattress Recycling Council's Bye Bye Mattress locator page lists this site under 'Free drop-off for public/residents'. Connecticut town transfer station; hours and any resident permit requirement are not published on the locator entry.
Not confirmed: Hours and resident permit rules not published on the locator entry.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Bye Bye Mattress: Find a Location - full directory of collection sites and events
Free
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4Junk removal options serving Waterbury
Companies that come to your home and carry the mattress out, so you need no vehicle. The prices below are starting prices unless stated — stairs, box springs and extra items add to them.
1-800-GOT-JUNK? mattress removal
Franchise network; coverage varies by ZIP (some ZIPs not serviced).
Conditions and source
In-person estimate before work; single items priced by size, minimum charge applies (amount not published). Donates or recycles where possible.
Not confirmed: Coverage varies by ZIP.
Not confirmed: No published mattress price.
Not confirmed: Recycling/donation not guaranteed per job.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ask provider
Visit siteCollege HUNKS mattress removal
Franchise network; coverage varies by ZIP.
Conditions and source
Free estimate at start of job; price depends on location and job. Mattress recycled or disposed of; few donation centers take mattresses.
Not confirmed: Coverage varies by ZIP.
Not confirmed: No published price.
Not confirmed: Recycling vs landfill not stated per location.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ask provider
Visit siteJunk King mattress disposal
100+ franchise locations in U.S. and Canada; coverage varies by ZIP.
Conditions and source
Free onsite/photo/phone estimate; pricing varies by location. Works with local recyclers and donation partners.
Not confirmed: Coverage varies by ZIP.
Not confirmed: No published mattress price on primary pages.
Not confirmed: Per-location recycling outcome not stated.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ask provider
Visit siteThe other 1 companies
The Junkluggers mattress removal
Franchise network; find a local Junkluggers; coverage varies by ZIP.
Conditions and source
Free up-front estimate; most locations offer same-day pickup. Donates/recycles/repurposes when possible.
Not confirmed: Coverage varies by ZIP.
Not confirmed: No published price.
Not confirmed: Disposal of non-reusable mattresses not described.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ask provider
Visit site5Store haul-away options in Waterbury
If you are replacing the mattress, the shop will often take the old one when they deliver. Usually one old mattress per new one, and only if it is dry and clean. Connecticut law requires some of them to offer this; those come first.
- IKEA
- Ask provider
- Mattress purchase with delivery in California, Connecticut, Oregon or Rhode Island. Arranged via IKEA customer service; state recycling fee charged at purchase. Source
- Casper
- Free
- Casper mattress order with In-Home Delivery & Setup ($249), continental US; one used mattress per mattress ordered. Sanitary condition judged on site; box springs must be removable intact. Source
- Purple
- Free
- Non-California: free with Rejuvenate mattresses; $200 add-on for select Essentials/Restore mattresses. Mattress only (no box springs); unsanitary mattresses may be refused. Source
- Raymour & Flanigan
- Free
- New mattress purchase with delivery; free with mattress set of $500+. Safe, sanitary, free of rips and tears. Source
The other 15 retailers
- Rooms To Go
- Free
- New mattress with full service delivery. Not heavily soiled; not with Doorway Delivery. Source
- Saatva
- Free
- New Saatva mattress with white glove delivery; select removal at checkout; continental US. Clean, undamaged mattress/foundation only; no adjustable bases, frames, waterbed or Sleep Number bases. Source
- Sam's Club
- Free
- Select mattresses with White Glove Delivery; free White Glove for Plus members buying online; not PR/AK/HI. Haul-away on request; biohazard items refused. Source
- Tempur-Pedic direct
- Free
- Mattress (not TEMPUR-Cloud), power base or foundation bought directly from Tempur-Pedic; like-for-like. Adult 18+ present; bedding removed; unsanitary/heavily soiled items may be refused. Source
- Amazon
- $79.99
- Purchased with an eligible mattress; available in select cities. One mattress or box spring; no bodily fluids or bed bugs; adult present. Source
- Avocado Green Mattress
- Ask provider
- Avocado In-Home Delivery & Setup order in select areas; must buy the equivalent item. Subject to local health regulations; no bed frames/furniture. Source
- Bob's Discount Furniture
- Ask provider
- New mattress/foundation delivered via BOBtastic White Glove Delivery. Safe and sanitary condition. Source
- Costco
- Ask provider
- Costco mattress delivery in select areas; one-for-one like item. Not damaged, soiled or infested; ready at delivery; additional fees may apply. Source
- Helix Sleep
- $219
- Helix order with In-Home Setup & Removal selected at checkout; contiguous 48 states. Stained/soiled items may be refused. Source
- Living Spaces
- Ask provider
- Full Service Delivery; request at checkout. Stained/soiled mattresses not eligible. Source
- Macys
- $25
- Macy's mattress with White Glove ($125) or Room of Choice ($75) delivery; one-for-one. No stained, soiled or bed-bug items; no frames/adjustable bases/furniture. Source
- Mattress Firm
- Ask provider
- Mattress ordered for delivery from Mattress Firm; one-for-one. Box spring removed only if new order includes one; no wet, unsanitary or infested bedding; no furniture. Source
- Mattress Warehouse
- $29.99
- With delivery of a new purchase; add before delivery date. Mattresses/box springs only; stained items excluded. Source
- Resident (Nectar, DreamCloud)
- $199
- Nectar or DreamCloud order with paid White Glove Delivery, where offered. Removal at the provider's discretion; may be unavailable in some areas; CA/RI/CT add a state-mandated fee. Source
- Sleep Number
- Ask provider
- With a Sleep Number bed delivery: included with Ultimate delivery ($350) or added for $100 with Premium/Doorstep; one disposal per Smart Bed delivered. Adult 18+ present; no bed bugs/extreme soiling; Doorstep customers must put the old bed outside. Source
6Donation options in Waterbury
Most charities will not take a used mattress. These are the ones we checked, including the ones that say no.
- The Salvation Army (satruck.org): accepted-items list includes 'Mattresses' and beds; also says local ordinances and need vary by location and to call 1-800-SA-TRUCK to confirm what a local center accepts. Source
- Doesn’t take mattresses. Habitat for Humanity national ReStore guide: 'Mattresses and box springs are not accepted.' Source
Policies vary by branch. Call before you carry one over — we asked each of the big three directly: Goodwill, the Salvation Army and Habitat for Humanity.
Connecticut mattress disposal rules
- Connecticut mattress stewardship program (Public Act 13-42, first in US) run by MRC/Bye Bye Mattress. Residents discard mattresses at no cost via 135+ drop-off sites; 157 communities offer access via transfer stations, public works yards or curbside; 13 towns hold seasonal collection events. Municipal participation is voluntary, so local access varies. Source
- Connecticut recycling fee rises to $19.50 per mattress and foundation sold for use in CT on October 1, 2026 (announced July 1, 2026). Prior fee reported as $16.00 per unit since January 1, 2025. Source
- CT DEEP page (last updated March 2024): point-of-sale fee has funded the program since May 1, 2015; the state does not administer the program or control funds; CGS 22a-905c has DEEP evaluate it. Page calls mattresses problematic for landfills/incinerators but states no disposal ban. Source
Questions people ask about Waterbury
Is there free mattress disposal in Waterbury?
Yes: City of Middletown Recycling Center — free mattress drop-off (Bye Bye Mattress) (185 Johnson St., Middletown, CT); Casper removal with In-Home Delivery & Setup; Havertys complimentary mattress removal. Check eligibility and conditions before you go.
How much does mattress pickup cost in Waterbury?
Published starting prices: A Bedder World mattress pickup from $125. Stairs, box springs, and extra items can add fees.
Will the store take my old mattress when I buy a new one?
Several retailers offer haul-away with a new mattress delivery, usually with conditions: IKEA, Casper, Havertys, Purple, Raymour & Flanigan, Rooms To Go.
Are there state rules for mattress disposal in Connecticut?
Connecticut mattress stewardship program (Public Act 13-42, first in US) run by MRC/Bye Bye Mattress. Residents discard mattresses at no cost via 135+ drop-off sites; 157 communities offer access via transfer stations, public works yards or curbside; 13 towns hold seasonal collection events. Municipal participation is voluntary, so local access varies.
What to check before you go
- Say if the mattress is wet, stained, or has any sign of pests — that is the usual reason one is turned away.
- Ask what the total will be. Box springs, stairs, and extra items are often charged separately.
- Check you qualify. Many sites serve only residents of their own city or county.