There are some things that last a long time.

Our homes are expected to last for generations, for example. Our cars, if we’re lucky, should last up to 200,000 miles. And our mattresses will last, on average, between 7 to 10 years. But, despite their relative longevity, mattresses eventually need to be replaced.

And that means mattress disposal is required for the old ones.

Mattress Removal is Not an Easy Task

Buying a new mattress can be fun for many people, especially those looking to finally replace that old bed that went well past it’s “7 to 10 years” of useful life! It can be somewhat exciting to find and buy a new mattress that promises comfortable, supportive, and restful sleep again.

So, how do you know it’s time for a new mattress?

Consumer Affairs offers five signs to watch for:

It’s uncomfortable

The most obvious sign that it’s time to look into a new mattress is whether or not your mattress is actually comfortable.

You wake up in pain

Another glaring reason to replace your mattress is that you wake up with aches and pains. When you routinely wake up in pain after sleeping, there is generally only one common denominator — your mattress.

You’re tired throughout the day

If you are waking up and making your way through the day feeling drowsy, you may need to get a new mattress.

It’s dirty

Maybe your mattress has held up well over the past 20 years. However, mattresses tend to absorb a lot of dirty things. Unless you are up for a rigorous DIY cleaning, a full replacement may be your best bet.

The mattress is deformed

If you and your partners’ body imprints are highly defined, and there is a visible peak in between the two sides, your mattress is no longer able to function as intended.

Again, acquiring a new mattress is simple enough, aside from having to decide among all the available options. And most of the time, your replacement mattress will be delivered for you and even set up on your bed.

Unfortunately, old mattress disposal is never quite so easy. 

Yes, in California, retailers must offer to take your old one back for free if you buy your new mattress from them. But if you simply find a used mattress somewhere or have one given to you that’s in much better shape than your current mattress, what do you do?

The majority of the time you will be managing that task yourself. Especially if you haven’t purchased a new mattress but are simply getting rid of one or two that you no longer need in your home. Maybe your last child has left home, or perhaps you’re downsizing and need to rid yourself of some beds and other furniture.  

And, as we all know, mattresses are heavy, awkward, bulky, and often next to impossible to haul anywhere by yourself. And even with two people it is a burdensome chore (no pun intended!)

This is why Junk King San Diego specializes in mattress disposal.

Planning for Old Mattress Disposal

We understand, too, that there are several potential options for disposing of your old mattress. But, before we look at these, let’s just make it very clear that the one way you should never get rid of your unwanted mattress is to simply dump it in an empty lot, field, or shoulder of a backroad somewhere. 

Not only is that illegal in California and in San Diego County, it’s both disrespectful to your fellow San Diegans and unsightly. 

Okay, off the soapbox and on to mattress removal options. 

Essentially, you have three options when it comes to used mattresses. 

Donate It

You can try to donate your mattress if it is clean, in good condition, and has been thoroughly treated. If you are unable to find a thrift shop or non-profit group that will take your mattress, you can simply give it away to a friend, neighbor, or family member.

Recycle It

Another option is to take the mattress to a suitable recycling facility. Online organizations such as ByeByeMattress.com can provide you with resources to make that happen. But that means loading, hauling, and unloading that old mattress! San Diego residents can use the following locations:

• Otay Landfill – 1700 Maxwell Rd., Chula Vista, CA 91911

Residents can drop-off up to five old mattresses for free per day.

• El Cajon Transfer Station – 915 O’Conner St., El Cajon, CA 92020

Drop-off is free and available for city residents only, no businesses.

Call for Help

You have a few choices for this kind of service in the San Diego area. However, you will want to find a vendor that has a solid reputation, can guarantee that your old mattress will end up being either donated or recycled and doesn’t charge by weight. 

So, call us biased, but we firmly believe that at Junk King San Diego, we are your number one choice when it comes to mattress disposal. 

Why Junk King San Diego for Mattress Disposal?

Junk King San Diego is equipped to provide you with efficient, safe, and eco-friendly mattress removal service. In fact, everything we do is designed to make the whole process easy for you.

Our professional and experienced mattress removal team has the resources and the personnel required to quickly and easily haul off that mattress – and bed frame, too, if you want – all without causing any damage to any part of your home on the way out.

And, best of all, we do all the heavy lifting, so there’s no need for you to carry that old mattress out to the curb. 

In addition, Junk King San Diego is a certifiably green junk removal operation and guarantees to make sure that your mattress is disposed of at a proper recycling facility so that it doesn’t end up in a landfill creating potential harm to our ecosystem.

Another good reason to choose Junk King San Diego is our commitment to fair and transparent pricing.

That simply means that what we say we’ll charge is all you will pay. No added fees. No hidden charges. And we offer free estimates so you can know what to expect for pricing even before you call and book an appointment.

Get Fast and Easy Mattress Disposal from Junk King San Diego

Junk King San Diego specializes in residential junk removal and this includes taking care of mattress disposal. Available throughout the entire San Diego area including Lemon Grove, Chula Vista, Alpine, and Ramona.

And not only do we take care of residential junk removal, but we also handle all types of commercial junk and other junk disposal services, as well. This all means that you can rely on Junk King San Diego to make all your junk removal needs green, easy, and affordable including old mattress removal.

So, give us a call today and tell us where your old mattress is that needs to be removed – along with any other junk from your home or workplace!

And remember that you can always get a free estimate from us:

• Online
• By text
• By phone
• Or on-site

And we will always give you a written estimate. So, if you like our price, we can often provide same-day junk removal or set up a time that works best with your busy schedule.

You can rest assured that on-demand junk removal in San Diego will be both eco-friendly and affordable when you call Junk King San Diego.

So, are you ready to get rid of your backyard junk? It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3.

You simply point and we’ll haul your old mattress and other junk items into our large, red truck for one simple price and with no hidden fees.

Contact us today. You can make an appointment by booking online or by calling us at 1.888.888.JUNK (5865).