Mattress & Box Spring Disposal

Dispose of Mattresses and Box Springs Properly

1. Schedule a Pickup

• Call the Department of Neighborhood Services at (518) 434-CITY (2489) to schedule a curbside mattress pickup. Mattresses must be scheduled in advance for collection.

2. Prepare Your Mattress and Box Spring

• Remove all bedding, including sheets, pillows and mattress covers.
• Wrap the mattress and box spring in heavy-duty plastic bags or hypoallergenic mattress covers at least .8mm thick.
• Avoid leaving the mattress and box spring outside before the scheduled pick-up date.

3. Place the Mattress at the Curb

• Place the wrapped mattress and box spring on the curb after 4:30pm the night before your pickup.
• Ensure the mattress and box spring do not obstruct sidewalks or roadways.

PLEASE NOTE: This program is only available to residents who are part of the City of Albany's Waste and Recycling Collection Program. If the City of Albany does not collect your trash, you will need to contact your landlord or property manager.

Why the Change?

• Prevent the spread of bed bugs and other pests.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in our neighborhoods.
• Protect public health and the well-being of those collecting the waste.

Free Mattress and Box Spring Bags Available!

Cover your mattresses and box springs with mattress bags provided free of charge by the City of Albany. Bags are available at the following locations:

• The Department of General Services 
  1 Richard J Conners Blvd, Albany, NY 12204
• The Department of Neighborhood Services
  200 Henry Johnson Blvd, Albany, NY 12210
• City Hall
  24 Eagle Street, Albany, NY 12207

Helpful Tip: When you buy a new mattress, you can often get rid of your old one hassle-free! Many mattress companies offer removal and disposal services as part of your purchase.

Click Here for the full City Code.