An old mattress is one of the most annoying things to get rid of. It’s too big for regular trash pickup, too heavy to move alone, and most places won’t take it as a donation. Here’s a breakdown of every option available to you in Gadsden and Etowah County.

Option 1 — Check With Your New Mattress Retailer

If you’re buying a new mattress ask the retailer if they offer old mattress removal as part of delivery. Many mattress stores and online mattress companies will haul away your old one when they deliver the new one. This is the easiest option if you’re already buying a replacement — it costs nothing extra or a small fee and they handle all the heavy lifting.

Option 2 — Donate It

If your mattress is in clean, good condition some organizations will accept it. The Salvation Army and Habitat for Humanity ReStore occasionally accept mattresses but policies vary by location and availability. Call ahead before hauling it anywhere. Most organizations will not accept mattresses with stains, tears, or any signs of bed bugs — if there’s any question about condition don’t attempt to donate it.

Option 3 — List It Free on Facebook Marketplace

A clean used mattress listed for free on Facebook Marketplace will move fast. Post clear photos showing the condition and someone will claim it within hours in most cases. The buyer handles pickup which means you need to be home and have it accessible. Works best for mattresses in genuinely good shape — don’t list something you wouldn’t sleep on yourself.

Option 4 — Haul It to the Gadsden Transfer Station

The Gadsden Transfer Station accepts mattresses for disposal. You’ll need a truck or trailer to haul it yourself and there will be a disposal fee based on weight. If you have a vehicle that can handle it and don’t mind making the trip this is a straightforward option. Call ahead to confirm current fees and hours before you go.

Option 5 — Curbside Junk Removal

The fastest option with the least effort is curbside junk removal. Move your mattress to the curb and we haul it away. At Junk Hauler mattress removal starts at $85. No dump run, no renting a truck, no coordinating with strangers. Just get it to the curb and we take care of the rest.

We serve Gadsden, Attalla, Rainbow City, Southside, Hokes Bluff, Glencoe, Guntersville, Albertville, Boaz, Centre, Piedmont, Oxford, Anniston, and surrounding areas within 45 miles of Gadsden. Book online at junkhauler.org/book-online or call (770) 733-7084.

What Not to Do

Don’t leave a mattress on the side of the road or in a dumpster that isn’t yours. Illegal dumping carries fines in Alabama and mattresses left roadside create an eyesore and a liability. Use one of the options above and dispose of it properly.