Mattress Recycling in Chicago Heights, IL

Wrap a mattress in plastic and set it out as your one bulk item on Chicago Heights garbage day; Republic Services picks it up.

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

2 ways to get rid of a mattress in Chicago Heights

Tap an option to see the address, hours, cost and rules.

CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Chicago HeightsNo 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.
Book a pickup →
Chicago Heights weekly bulk item collection (Republic Services)Pickup service · Chicago HeightsCost not listed
How it works
Republic Services, the City's disposal contractor, collects one bulk item per garbage day. Mattresses must be wrapped in plastic; televisions, computer monitors, tires and construction debris are not picked up.
Cost & rules
- Before you go: Wrap the mattress in plastic.
Official page (opens in new tab)

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

Illinois EPA says state and federal law allow household hazardous waste to go out with residential garbage, but taking it to an HHW collection is more protective. Source: Illinois EPA: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab)

Where this information comes from (3)

Checked October 26, 2026

Illinois EPA: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
- Illinois EPA says state and federal law allow household hazardous waste to go out with residential garbage, but taking it to an HHW collection is more protective. Checked October 26, 2026.
Trash Collection & Yard Waste Guidelines (opens in new tab) · City of Chicago Heights
- One bulk item is allowed per garbage day. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Mattresses are picked up but must be wrapped in plastic. Checked October 26, 2026.

“Checked” means we read the official page on that date. Things can change, so call before you go.