How to get rid of a mattress in Chattanooga (2026 local guide)
We looked for every way to get rid of a mattress in and around Chattanooga 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.
Hamilton County, Tennessee · 30 options, 8 free · checked Sep 22, 2026
Chattanooga has a mattress recycling option — book a recycling pickup online with our Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga
Everything we could find for this city. Click any one of them for the full details.
- 1A Bedder World Mattress Recycling — Chattanooga (our Chattanooga mattress recycling partner)Easily book a curbside or in-home pickup for mattress recycling throughout Chattanooga$125
- 2City curbside pickup in ChattanoogaBook a date with the city and leave it at the curbFee not published
- 3Drop-off options near Chattanooga4 places that take mattresses, nearest 7 miles awayFree–$30.50
- 4Junk removal options serving Chattanooga4 national companies that come to your doorQuoted by address
- 5Store haul-away options in Chattanooga20 retailers remove the old mattress on deliveryFree at 8
- 6Donation options in Chattanooga2 charities checked, 1 will not take a mattressFree
Also on this page: Tennessee rules · common questions · what to check first
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Want your mattress picked up and recycled in Chattanooga?
Use our Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga. 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 ChattanoogaRun 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 Chattanooga
Chattanooga’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 Chattanooga bulk trash collection
Chattanooga residents who live at the address requesting service, or whose relative lives there. Not offered to businesses, apartment complexes or landlords, and limited to twelve collections at a single property in any consecutive twelve-month period.
Conditions and source
Mattresses are on the acceptable bulk trash list. Collection follows a rotating four-week area schedule; set bulk trash at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on the Monday of your collection week, at least five feet from other stationary objects, as near as practicable to a public street in front of the residence, not blocking roadways, sidewalks, drainage ditches or catch basins, and not mixed with household items or other materials. Requests and questions go to (423) 643-6311.
Not confirmed: The city's page publishes no price for bulk trash collection.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
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 Chattanooga
Places that accept mattresses if you can get it there yourself. Distance is measured from the centre of Chattanooga. Some accept residents of their own city or county only, so check before you drive.
Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center — 1400 West 57th Street mattress drop-off
City of Chattanooga residents only, proving residency with a driver's license showing a Chattanooga address (or a utility bill for new residents) and holding valid Hamilton County tags; commercial tags, contractors, businesses and landlords are not allowed. Use is limited to 12 times per calendar year.
Conditions and source
Mattresses are in the acceptable materials list. Maximum 8 bags per visit, and no load may exceed a standard truck bed; no tandem axle trailers, dump bodies or trucks larger than a standard pickup. Open Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays and on the thirteen listed holidays. Garbage, brush, electronics, cardboard, car parts, pallets and hazardous materials are not accepted.
Not confirmed: No fee and no free-of-charge statement appears on the page.
Not confirmed: The page does not say what happens to mattresses after drop-off.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Fee not published
Visit siteChattanooga Refuse Collection Center — 4276 Airport Road mattress drop-off
City of Chattanooga residents only, proving residency with a driver's license showing a Chattanooga address (or a utility bill for new residents) and holding valid Hamilton County tags; commercial tags, contractors, businesses and landlords are not allowed. Use is limited to 12 times per calendar year.
Conditions and source
Mattresses are in the acceptable materials list. Maximum 8 bags per visit, and no load may exceed a standard truck bed; no tandem axle trailers, dump bodies or trucks larger than a standard pickup. Open Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays and on the thirteen listed holidays. Garbage, brush, electronics, cardboard, car parts, pallets and hazardous materials are not accepted.
Not confirmed: No fee and no free-of-charge statement appears on the page.
Not confirmed: The page does not say what happens to mattresses after drop-off.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Fee not published
Visit siteChattanooga Refuse Collection Center — 4500 North Access Road mattress drop-off
City of Chattanooga residents only, proving residency with a driver's license showing a Chattanooga address (or a utility bill for new residents) and holding valid Hamilton County tags; commercial tags, contractors, businesses and landlords are not allowed. Use is limited to 12 times per calendar year.
Conditions and source
Mattresses are in the acceptable materials list. Maximum 8 bags per visit, and no load may exceed a standard truck bed; no tandem axle trailers, dump bodies or trucks larger than a standard pickup. Open Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays and on the thirteen listed holidays. Garbage, brush, electronics, cardboard, car parts, pallets and hazardous materials are not accepted.
Not confirmed: No fee and no free-of-charge statement appears on the page.
Not confirmed: The page does not say what happens to mattresses after drop-off.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Fee not published
Visit siteThe other 1 place, further out
Cheapest
Birchwood II landfill household garbage disposal
Chattanooga city residents showing a driver's license with the current address or a utility bill may dispose of household garbage free of charge in loads up to pickup truck size; non-city residents pay per bag and then tipping fees.
Conditions and source
Open Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Garbage is $40 per ton with a $30.50 minimum; permitted special waste is $40 per ton with a $95 minimum. Construction and demolition waste, batteries, gas tanks and flammable liquids are not accepted from any user.
- $0 — City residents with proof of residency may dispose of household garbage 'free of charge' in loads up to pickup truck size. The page does not say whether a mattress qualifies as household garbage.
- $30.50 — Minimum charge for garbage, $30.50, which applies once a non-city resident exceeds 15 bags and tipping fees begin.
Not confirmed: The page never names mattresses or box springs, so acceptance and the applicable rate are unknown.
Not confirmed: Whether a mattress falls inside the free household-garbage allowance for city residents is not stated.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Free–$30.50
Visit siteNo way to move it yourself? See pickup services →
4Junk removal options serving Chattanooga
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 Chattanooga
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 Chattanooga
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.
Tennessee mattress disposal rules
- No statewide mattress stewardship program or landfill ban found on TDEC pages as of 2026-09-22; mattress disposal is handled by local governments. Source
- TDEC Materials Management page links a 'Where may I dispose of recycle items near me?' ArcGIS dashboard (arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/f7515b25ca29478a8adc6a9dc8c1f7c1); program supports 95 counties and solid waste planning regions. Source
- The ArcGIS dashboard TDEC links from its Materials Management page is titled "County Recycling Centers". Its correct address is arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/f7515b25ca29478a8adc6a9dc8c1f7c1 — this corrects the partially recorded id in st-tn-102 (the id f7515b25ca29478a8a1b9bd68a4bba51 returns "item cannot be found"). It is the statewide map residents use to find county recycling centers. Source
- TDEC's Waste Management Branch page lists the state's full set of solid waste programs — Solid Waste, Landfill Operators Certification, waste tire hauler, hazardous and medical waste, and Materials Management (Recovered Materials, grants, HHW, waste tires, organics, debris management, BOPAE household batteries/oil/paint/antifreeze/electronics). No mattress program, bulky-waste rule or disposal ban appears. The page also links the Solid Waste Dataviewer (dataviewers.tdec.tn.gov/dataviewers/f?p=19035:34001), which searches facility information, inspection reports, complaints and forms. It notes that, effective August 1, Materials Management moves into TDEC's Division of Stakeholder Engagement with programs and services continuing unchanged. Source
- Mattress Recycling Council's Program States page names exactly four program states — California, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Oregon. Tennessee is not among them, confirming there is no MRC-run mattress stewardship program or Bye Bye Mattress free drop-off network in Tennessee. Source
Questions people ask about Chattanooga
Is there free mattress disposal in Chattanooga?
Yes: Casper removal with In-Home Delivery & Setup; Havertys complimentary mattress removal; Purple In-Home Setup with mattress removal. Check eligibility and conditions before you go.
How much does mattress pickup cost in Chattanooga?
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 Tennessee?
No statewide mattress stewardship program or landfill ban found on TDEC 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.