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Mattress Recycling in Los Banos, CA

Book a Mid Valley bulky collection for mattresses, or take up to 10 free to the Billy Wright Landfill (Merced County residents).

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

5 ways to get rid of a mattress in Los Banos

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Los BanosNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $95.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your mattress and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Billy Wright Landfill (Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority)County service · Merced CountyFree
    How it works

    Regional landfill at 17173 South Billy Wright Road, outside Los Banos, open Monday–Saturday 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m., (209) 826-1163. Merced County residents (not businesses) can drop off household batteries, liquid paint and electronic devices at no cost during normal hours, and up to 10 mattresses/box springs free. Tires are $3 (passenger) or $7 (truck) each; refrigerated appliances carry an $18 per-item charge.

    Cost & rules
    • Stack neatly in the mattress area; $5 each beyond 10 or if not stacked.

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  3. Highway 59 Landfill (Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority)County service · Merced CountyFree
    How it works

    Regional landfill at 7040 North Highway 59, Merced, CA 95348, open Monday–Saturday 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Takes household paint, batteries and electronic devices at no cost from Merced County residents (not businesses), up to 10 mattresses/box springs free from residents, and refrigerated appliances for $18 each.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Each mattress/box spring beyond 10 per load$5
    • Up to 10 free from residents; stack in the designated mattress area. Businesses pay $5 each.

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  4. Bye Bye Mattress California (Mattress Recycling Council)Nonprofit service · CaliforniaCalifornia residentsFree
    How it works

    California mattress stewardship program run by the Mattress Recycling Council with CalRecycle oversight. Mattresses and box springs (foundations) used in California can be dropped off at no additional cost at more than 240 participating permanent sites and about 100 events a year; check the Bye Bye Mattress locator and contact the site first.

    Cost & rules
    • Mattresses used in California, any condition or age; a futon mattress that separates from its frame counts. Not covered: crib or bassinet mattresses, sofa beds, air mattresses or water beds without upholstery, stripped mattresses, out-of-state units.
    • Check acceptable items and contact the location before you go.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  5. Los Banos Bulky Item Collection Service (Mid Valley Disposal)Pickup service · Los BanosLos Banos residentsCost not listed
    How it works

    Los Banos single-family and multi-family residents can book up to 4 on-call bulky item collections a year with Mid Valley Disposal ((209) 270-5100), each up to 3 cubic yards or 6 large items. Accepted: appliances, couches, mattresses, e-waste, tires and extra bagged trash; wait for confirmation before setting items out.

    Cost & rules
    • Request online or at (209) 270-5100 and wait for confirmation before setting items out.

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Before you go

  1. Count each piece separately: mattress, box spring and topper can be priced differently.
  2. Check for moisture, mold or bed bugs; many recyclers refuse damaged bedding.
  3. Confirm per-piece pricing and whether wrapping or an appointment is required.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of Los Banos / Mid Valley Disposal: Bulky Item Collection Service flyer (PDF) (opens in new tab) · City of Los Banos
    • Residents can arrange up to 4 bulky collections a year, up to 3 cubic yards or 6 large items each, at no additional charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted items include old appliances, couches, mattresses, electronic waste, tires and extra bagged trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • On-call bulky collection is for single-family and multi-family residents, year round. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Wait for Mid Valley to confirm your request before placing items at the curb. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority: Landfills (opens in new tab) · Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority
    • Billy Wright and Highway 59 landfills accept up to 10 mattresses and box springs from residents free. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Stack mattresses in the designated area to avoid a $5 penalty each; loads over 10 are charged $5 per mattress. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority
    • Certain HHW is taken during normal hours at no cost from Merced County residents only, not businesses. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority
    • Certain HHW is accepted during normal hours at no cost from Merced County residents only; not from businesses. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Landfills (opens in new tab) · Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority
    • The landfills accept up to ten mattresses and box springs from residents for free; $5 each beyond ten. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Loads with more than 10 mattresses/box springs are charged $5 per additional unit. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
    • DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
    • It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
    • CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bye Bye Mattress: Mattress Disposal in California (opens in new tab) · Mattress Recycling Council
    • Bye Bye Mattress lets you drop off an old mattress at no additional cost at participating locations. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Before going, check acceptable items and contact the location with questions. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Businesses can drop off units at no cost at participating locations, but unit limits may apply and an appointment may be required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Businesses with at least 100 mattresses can arrange a pickup through the Commercial Volume Program. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • When a new mattress is delivered, California law requires the retailer to offer to take back your old mattress at no additional cost (delivery fees may still apply; the retailer has up to 30 days and may refuse a mattress that poses a health or safety risk). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Some local governments provide free bulky item pickup; Bye Bye Mattress keeps a directory and notes which recycle with the program. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bye Bye Mattress: What's Accepted/Unaccepted in California (opens in new tab) · Mattress Recycling Council
    • Mattresses and foundations (box springs) used and discarded by California consumers, individuals or businesses, qualify for no-cost drop-off in any condition and of any age. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • In California a futon mattress that separates from its frame counts as a mattress. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Not covered: bed frames, air mattresses without upholstery, crib and bassinet mattresses, cushions, futon frames, sofa beds, water beds without upholstery, pillows, sleeping bags, stripped mattresses and out-of-state units. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Out-of-state mattresses and foundations (not from a California consumer or not used in California) are excluded. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bye Bye Mattress: California Retailer Pick Up FAQ (opens in new tab) · Mattress Recycling Council
    • Retailers may refuse to pick up a contaminated mattress; the recycling fee is not refunded in that case. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattress Recycling Council: California program (opens in new tab) · Mattress Recycling Council
    • California's mattress recycling fee changed to $18.00 on April 1, 2026. Checked October 26, 2026.

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