Mattress Disposal & Removal in Lee County, FL
Old mattress taking up space in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, or Bonita Springs? Get it picked up and hauled away — same day in most cases, from $75.
Why Mattress Disposal Gets Complicated
Mattresses are bulky, awkward, and most regular trash haulers won’t take them. Your city or county may offer curbside bulk pickup, but there are rules — size limits, scheduling requirements, and items that sit at the curb too long can draw HOA fines or code-enforcement notices. And if there’s a bed-bug issue, most donation centers and recyclers will turn the mattress away entirely.
That’s where a dedicated pickup makes life easier. A local hauler can grab the mattress (and box spring, frame, or headboard) right from the bedroom, load it, and have it gone the same day — no dragging it to the curb, no waiting for a scheduled bulk day, no worrying about the rules.
Your Options for Getting Rid of a Mattress
Several paths work depending on the mattress condition, your timeline, and how much lifting you want to do.
Full-Service Pickup
The easiest route. A local hauler picks up the mattress from wherever it sits — bedroom, garage, curb — and takes it away. Typical cost: $99–$150 for a single mattress, often less when combined with other items. Same-day and next-day available across SW Florida.
Curbside Bulk Pickup (City/County)
If you’re inside Fort Myers or Cape Coral city limits, bulk items including mattresses can usually go curbside on your regular trash day or by scheduling a bulk pickup — check your city’s solid-waste page for size limits and rules. Unincorporated Lee County also offers bulk pickup within a few business days of your regular collection.
Donate It
If the mattress is clean and in good condition, local organizations accept donations. Habitat for Humanity ReStore and similar charities will sometimes arrange pickup for furniture in usable condition. A gently-used mattress gets a second life instead of landfill.
Self-Haul to the Transfer Station
You can load the mattress yourself and drop it off at the Lee County transfer station. There’s a disposal fee based on weight. This is the cheapest option if you have a truck or trailer and the time to make the trip.
How It Works
Tell us what’s going
A quick call or a few photos.
Get an upfront price
You approve it before anything moves.
It’s hauled away
A local crew loads up and sweeps the spot clean.
Mattress Removal in Lee County: Local Options
Lee County residents have several disposal paths — here’s how each one works locally.
Lee County Bulk Pickup: Unincorporated Lee County residents can schedule curbside bulk pickup through their waste hauler (Waste Pro, Waste Connections, or FCC) for $13.25 per item. You’ll need to move the mattress to the curb yourself and wait for the next available collection day — typically within 3–5 business days.
Buckingham Landfill Drop-Off: The Lee County Solid Waste Facility at 10500 Buckingham Road in Fort Myers accepts mattresses at the residential drop-off area. Fees are weight-based. Open Monday through Friday, 6 AM – 6 PM, and Saturday 6 AM – noon. Closed Sundays and holidays.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore: The Fort Myers ReStore (4210 Fowler St) accepts clean, stain-free mattresses in good condition. Free pickup may be available for qualifying donations. The Naples location (5430 Yahl St) operates similarly for Collier County residents.
Full-Service Junk Removal Pickup: The fastest option — a local crew picks up the mattress from wherever it sits (bedroom, garage, storage unit) and handles loading, hauling, and proper disposal. Typical cost in Lee County: $75–$150 per mattress. Same-day pickup is available across Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, and Bonita Springs. See our mattress disposal cost guide for detailed pricing by mattress type.
What About Bed Bugs, Stains, or Damaged Mattresses?
Condition matters for disposal options — here’s what to know for each situation.
Bed Bug Mattresses
Donation centers and recyclers won’t accept mattresses with bed-bug infestations. A junk-removal pickup is usually the only practical option — the mattress gets wrapped and hauled directly to the landfill. If you’re dealing with an active infestation, mention it when you call so the crew comes prepared.
Water-Damaged or Moldy
Storm-soaked or mold-damaged mattresses can’t be donated or recycled. After a hurricane or flood, getting these out quickly matters for health — mold spreads fast in SW Florida’s humidity. Same-day pickup keeps the problem from getting worse.
Just Old and Worn Out
Most mattress pickups fall into this category. Even if it’s too worn to donate, the materials (steel springs, foam, fabric) can sometimes be separated for recycling. Either way, a full-service pickup gets it out of your house in under an hour.
Mattress Disposal Costs in Southwest Florida
Pricing varies by how you handle it:
- City/county curbside bulk pickup: Free for residents (check your city’s rules for scheduling and limits)
- Self-haul to the transfer station: $30–$80 depending on weight and any other items you bring
- Full-service junk removal pickup: Typically $99–$150 for a single mattress. Mattress + box spring combos usually run $109–$175. Adding a bed frame, headboard, or other bedroom furniture often makes the per-item cost lower since the load is already happening.
No hidden fees — you get an upfront quote before anything moves. Request a free quote and know the price before you commit.
For a deeper look at pricing across all junk-removal jobs, see our Junk Removal Cost Guide.
Why SunCoast Haulers
Getting rid of a mattress shouldn’t take half your weekend.
- Same-day and next-day pickup across Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Naples, and beyond
- We grab it from wherever it is — bedroom, garage, curb, storage unit
- Box springs, frames, headboards, and pillows can go at the same time
- Upfront pricing before anything gets loaded
- Donated or recycled when condition allows — landfill is the last resort
Related Services
Mattress disposal is just one piece. See what else can go in the same load.
Furniture & Appliance Removal
Couches, recliners, dressers, washers, dryers — cleared out and hauled away.
Junk Removal
Full cleanouts, garage clears, and everything-must-go jobs across SW Florida.
Estate Cleanout
Whole-home cleanouts handled with care — probate, downsizing, inherited property.
What Can’t Go in the Trash
Which items are banned from regular trash in SW Florida, and how to handle each one.
Mattress Disposal Cost Guide
Detailed pricing by mattress type, free alternatives, and what affects the cost in SW Florida.
Lee County Landfill Guide
Hours, fees, and drop-off locations for the Buckingham facility — DIY mattress disposal option.
Areas We Serve
Mattress pickup and disposal available across Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Naples, Bonita Springs, Punta Gorda, North Fort Myers, Estero, Marco Island, and throughout Lee, Collier, and Charlotte counties.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does mattress removal cost in Southwest Florida?
A full-service pickup typically runs $99–$150 for a single mattress. Mattress-and-box-spring combos are usually $109–$175. City and county curbside bulk pickup is free for residents, though scheduling rules and size limits apply.
Can I put a mattress out with regular trash?
Not with your regular trash pickup — mattresses are classified as bulk items. Most Lee County and Collier County cities allow curbside bulk pickup on a scheduled basis. Check your city’s solid waste page or call to schedule. For a faster solution, a junk-removal pickup can usually happen the same day.
Do you take mattresses with bed bugs?
Yes. Mattresses with bed-bug issues can’t be donated or recycled, but a junk-removal crew can wrap and haul them to the landfill. Mention the situation when you call so the team arrives prepared.
What sizes and types do you take?
All sizes — twin, full, queen, king, California king. All types — innerspring, memory foam, hybrid, futon mattresses, crib mattresses. Box springs, adjustable bases, bed frames, and headboards can go in the same pickup.
Can I donate my mattress instead of throwing it away?
If the mattress is clean, stain-free, and structurally sound, donation is a great option. Local charities and resale stores accept mattresses in good condition — some even arrange pickup. If it’s too worn, stained, or damaged to donate, a junk-removal pickup is the simplest alternative.
How do I dispose of a mattress in Lee County, Florida?
Lee County residents have several options: schedule a curbside bulk pickup through your waste hauler for $13.25 per item (you move it to the curb), drop it off at the Buckingham Landfill (10500 Buckingham Rd, Fort Myers — Mon–Fri 6 AM–6 PM, Sat 6 AM–noon), donate it to Habitat for Humanity ReStore if it’s in good condition, or schedule a junk-removal pickup for same-day removal from wherever the mattress sits — typically $75–$150.
How much does 1-800-Got-Junk charge for mattress removal?
National franchise haulers like 1-800-Got-Junk typically charge $98–$148 to remove a single mattress in the Fort Myers/Cape Coral area, based on published volume-based pricing. SunCoast Haulers coordinates local mattress removal from $75, with upfront pricing before anything gets loaded.
Can I get rid of a mattress for free in Lee County?
A few free-or-low-cost routes exist: Lee County bulk pickup (a $13.25 sticker from your waste hauler is the only cost — you move the mattress to the curb), Habitat for Humanity ReStore donation (Fort Myers: 4210 Fowler St) if the mattress is clean and in acceptable condition, or a curbside charity pickup if a local group is running a furniture drive in your neighborhood. You can also post it as “free” on Facebook Marketplace — mattresses in the Fort Myers/Cape Coral area often get claimed within hours. None of these are same-day, so if timing matters more than saving a few dollars, a paid pickup from $75 is usually faster.