How to get rid of a mattress in Cape Coral (2026 local guide)
We looked for every way to get rid of a mattress in and around Cape Coral 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.
Lee County, Florida · 31 options, 9 free · checked Sep 22, 2026
Mattresses can be recycled in Cape Coral — 1 of the drop-off options recycle or reuse rather than landfill, and you can book a recycling pickup online with our Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral
Everything we could find for this city. Click any one of them for the full details.
- 1A Bedder World Mattress Recycling — Cape Coral (our Cape Coral mattress recycling partner)Easily book a curbside or in-home pickup for mattress recycling throughout Cape Coral$125
- 2City curbside pickup in Cape CoralBook a date with the city and leave it at the curbFee not published
- 3Drop-off options near Cape Coral4 places that take mattresses, nearest 6 miles awayFrom $5
- 4Junk removal options serving Cape Coral4 national companies that come to your doorQuoted by address
- 5Store haul-away options in Cape Coral20 retailers remove the old mattress on deliveryFree at 8
- 6Donation options in Cape Coral2 charities checked, 1 will not take a mattressFree
Also on this page: Florida rules · common questions · what to check first
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Want your mattress picked up and recycled in Cape Coral?
Use our Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral. 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 Cape CoralRun 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 Cape Coral
Cape Coral’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 Cape Coral curbside bulk waste collection
Cape Coral residential collection customers; nonresidential waste is not accepted. The city contracts collection to Waste Pro.
Conditions and source
Bulk waste is collected on the same day as garbage, recycling and yard waste, with the day looked up through the city's 'Check Your Trash Day' tool. Mattresses are explicitly listed as acceptable bulk waste under furniture. A single item may not weigh more than 150 pounds; carpet must be cut into sections no longer than 4 feet and bundled at 40 pounds or less. Items must be placed within 3 feet of the road, must not be stacked, and anything that fits in a trash bin belongs in the bin. Collection starts at 5 a.m. Monday-Friday from May 1 to September 30 and 6 a.m. from October 1 to April 30. 'Move-Outs' must be scheduled separately and a fee may be imposed.
Not confirmed: The page publishes no per-item or per-pickup charge for routine bulk waste and does not state that it is free.
Not confirmed: No per-collection item or volume cap is published, and no wrapping rule or disposal outcome is stated.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Fee not published
Visit siteSt. Vincent de Paul Cape Coral free donation pickup
Donors in Cape Coral, North Fort Myers and Fort Myers; donors elsewhere are asked to call to confirm whether they fall within the pickup radius. Mattresses and box springs over seven years old cannot be accepted.
Conditions and source
Free pickup of gently used furniture, appliances and household goods, arranged on 239-573-0217. All donated items must be gently used, clean and in working condition.
Not confirmed: The page does not state a size or quantity limit for pickups.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store Cape Coral donation guidelines
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store Cape Coral donate and free pickup
Free
Visit siteA Bedder World collects from the curb too, or from any room in the house — see option 1.
3Drop-off options near Cape Coral
Places that accept mattresses if you can get it there yourself. Distance is measured from the centre of Cape Coral. Some accept residents of their own city or county only, so check before you drive.
Cape Coral Bulk Waste Drop-Off Site mattress drop-off
Cape Coral residents only — the city calls it 'an optional complementary service for residential use only' and says proof of residency may be required.
Conditions and source
Open Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Accepted: bulky items over 50 pounds such as furniture, mattresses and carpet; white goods; horticultural waste (pruned branches under 4 inches diameter, leaves, grass clippings); wheels and tires. Not accepted: regular garbage and recyclables, construction and demolition debris, household chemicals and paint, vehicle components other than wheels and tires, and branches over 4 inches diameter or 6 feet long.
Not confirmed: No fee is published and the page does not say drop-off is free of charge.
Not confirmed: No quantity limit per visit and no disposal outcome are published.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Fee not published
Visit siteSt. Vincent de Paul Cape Coral mattress donation drop-off
Donors bringing gently used, clean, working items to the store; mattresses and box springs over seven years old cannot be accepted, and mattress toppers are refused outright.
Conditions and source
Donations accepted Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 2023 Del Prado Blvd; the store is open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., closed Sunday and holidays. All donated items must be gently used, clean and in working condition. Also refused: anything with garage sale price stickers, baby cribs and safety seats, built-in appliances, computers, printers and fax machines, and large televisions other than flat screens with stands.
Not confirmed: The guidelines do not say how mattress age is verified or whether a law tag is required.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store Cape Coral donation guidelines
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store Cape Coral donate and free pickup
Fee not published
Visit siteNearest
Lee County Resource Recovery Facility self-haul disposal
Residential and commercial customers disposing of material generated in Lee County; the county states that 'Garbage and debris generated outside of Lee County is not accepted at Lee County facilities.'
Conditions and source
Self-haul disposal at the Buckingham complex, 10500 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers. Municipal solid waste delivered to the waste-to-energy facility is charged at $69.83 per ton with a $15.00 minimum, and the rate schedule carries a $15.00 'CITIZEN BX FLAT RATE' line for citizen loads. Construction and demolition material is $70.25 per ton with a $15.00 minimum, and horticultural waste is $43.92 per ton. Site rules must be reviewed before arrival.
Not confirmed: The rate schedule has no mattress-specific line and the facilities page does not say whether mattresses are accepted, or whether they are combusted or landfilled.
Not confirmed: Hours of operation and any proof-of-residency requirement are not published on the county pages read.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
$15
Visit siteThe other 1 place, further out
Cheapest
Charlotte County Landfill self-haul disposal
No residency restriction is published; waste from outside the county is charged at double the in-county rate ($99.74/ton, $17.00 minimum).
Conditions and source
Open Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; hand-unload customers must arrive 30 minutes before closing. In-county waste $49.88 per ton with a $5.00 minimum (effective October 1, 2026). Scale usage fee $11.78 for weighing boats, trailers and similar. No per-mattress fee is published.
- $5 — Minimum charge for in-county waste; otherwise $49.88 per ton (effective October 1, 2026).
- Plus $17 — Surcharge case: minimum charge for out-of-county waste, which is billed at $99.74 per ton.
Not confirmed: No per-mattress fee.
Not confirmed: Outcome not stated.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Charlotte County, FL — Charlotte County Landfill (Zemel Road)
$5
Visit siteNo way to move it yourself? See pickup services →
4Junk removal options serving Cape Coral
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 Cape Coral
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.
- 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
- Rooms To Go
- Free
- New mattress with full service delivery. Not heavily soiled; not with Doorway Delivery. Source
The other 15 retailers
- 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
- IKEA
- $30
- Mattress or box spring bought in store with in-home delivery, in select markets / ZIP codes in the continental US; not online orders. Removal may be on a different date from delivery. 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 Cape Coral
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.
Florida mattress disposal rules
- Florida DEP publishes a County Recycling Coordinator Listing (PDF/Excel) for finding county contacts; files dated March 14, 2014. No statewide mattress stewardship program or landfill ban found on Florida DEP waste reduction pages as of 2026-09-22; mattress disposal is handled by local governments. Source
Questions people ask about Cape Coral
Is there free mattress disposal in Cape Coral?
Yes: St. Vincent de Paul Cape Coral free donation pickup; 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 Cape Coral?
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: Casper, Havertys, Purple, Raymour & Flanigan, Rooms To Go, Saatva.
Are there state rules for mattress disposal in Florida?
Florida DEP publishes a County Recycling Coordinator Listing (PDF/Excel) for finding county contacts; files dated March 14, 2014. No statewide mattress stewardship program or landfill ban found on Florida DEP waste reduction pages as of 2026-09-22; mattress disposal is handled by local governments.
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.