Mattress Recycling in Peoria, IL
Mattresses are bulky waste in Peoria: set them out with weekly trash, or haul them free (one load a week) to the Peoria Transfer Station with proof of county residence.
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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
Before you go
- 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 rules
- 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 (8)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- City of Peoria: Bulky Waste (opens in new tab) · City of Peoria
- Bulky waste collection is unlimited in Peoria and its fee is included in the annual bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Typical bulky waste: furniture (couches, tables, chairs, desks, end tables, entertainment centers), mattresses, building materials, carpet. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Set bulky waste out after 3 p.m. the day before and by 6 a.m. on pickup day; calling GFL (309-688-0760) is optional. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Peoria County: City / County Landfill (opens in new tab) · Peoria County
- Peoria County residents may dispose of one load of residential refuse per week at no cost; accepted items include couches, sofas, chairs, mattresses and desks. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Loads must be tarped or tied down and weigh less than 580 pounds; proof of Peoria County residence is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Proof of residence (Illinois driver's license or ID, or picture ID with a Peoria County address) is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Peoria County: Sustainability and Resource Conservation (opens in new tab) · Peoria County
- Peoria Transfer Station is now the only location for the weekly free load program; its self-serve recycling dumpsters are open to all county residents. 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.
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