Want free? Try the city. Buying new? Ask for haul-away. Spotless bed? Try donation or rehome. Want a set time and guaranteed reuse or recycling? See option 4.
1) City bulk pickup (free)
Live at an eligible Austin address? Book a free on-demand bulk pickup with Austin Resource Recovery. Use the Austin Recycles app or the city site, then place your mattress at the curb early on your date. It’s free, but slots can be limited and mattresses usually go to a landfill. If you want guaranteed reuse or recycling, see option 4.
2) Retail haul-away (new bed)
Many stores remove your old mattress at delivery. Ask if haul-away is included and if the old bed is recycled. Clear the path so the crew can move fast.
3) Donation pickup (spotless)
Like-new beds may qualify for free charity pickup. Think hotel-clean: no odors, no tears, tags on. Schedules fill up and drivers decline items that don’t pass checks.
Check Salvation Army rules →
4) Ex-Mattress Recycling Austin
We keep beds in the loop. Price is simple: $99 for one mattress (any size) — that’s a $69 base to come to you, plus $30 for the mattress. Add $20 per box spring. Examples: one mattress = $99; two mattresses = $129; one mattress + one box spring = $119.
We reuse or recycle every mattress. Light stains are okay. We can’t take soaked, heavily soiled, torn, or bed-bug items.
5) Rehome online (reuse first)
If it’s truly nice, reuse beats recycling. Wash the cover, shoot bright photos, and post with clear pickup times. Meet in daylight.
List on Asherfield → · List on Facebook Marketplace →
6) Greater Austin recyclers (directory)
See local drop-offs and vetted removal pros across Greater Austin.
7) Private haulers (same-day)
Want a set time without the wait? Book a private hauler. Many offer real-time pricing and same-day slots. Ask if they recycle or donate, and check for access fees.
8) DIY break-down (tools & safety)
Handy with tools? Cut the cover, peel foam, roll springs, and bundle wood. Steel can go to scrap; clean foam can become pet beds; fabric usually goes in the trash. Wear eye protection and gloves.
9) TDS landfill (last resort)
Have a truck and no other option? Drive to the TDS landfill in Creedmoor. Pay the posted gate rate, unload, and go. It’s fast, but it’s a landfill. Bring tie-downs and check hours.
10) Austin Community Landfill (last resort)
North Austin drop-off. Expect posted fees, safety rules, and set hours. Use only if reuse or recycling won’t work.
Find vetted, eco-friendly pros near you →
People also ask
- Is city pickup really free? Yes, for eligible Austin addresses. You must schedule in advance.
- Can I guarantee reuse or recycling? Yes. Choose Ex-Mattress or a recycler from the directory.
- What if my mattress isn’t like new? Try Ex-Mattress or a listed recycler. Most charities do not take used beds.
- Is dumping illegal? Yes. Use legal options to avoid fines and protect waterways.
Why some still pick Ex-Mattress
No truck. No time. Stairs or tight spaces. A set 2-hour window. A promise that your bed won’t hit a dump. You pay a clear base and a small item fee. Your wallet stays green — and so does Austin.
Nearby guides
Pflugerville mattress disposal · Donate a mattress in Austin
