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Mattress Recycling in Delano, CA

Delano’s franchise hauler STRR (661-725-0265) offers on-call bulky item collection, for a per-item fee, up to three times a year. Its bulky waste definition includes mattresses.

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

5 ways to get rid of a mattress in Delano

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · DelanoNo 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.

  2. Roberts Lane Transfer Station (Kern County)County service · Kern CountyKern County residentsFree
    How it works

    Kern County Public Works site at 1900 Roberts Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93308 (Oildale CDP, unincorporated Kern County). Hours: Monday and Thursday 5–8 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.–2 p.m.

    Cost & rules
    • Residential loads only.
  3. 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.
  4. Delano bulky item collection (South Tulare-Richgrove Refuse)Pickup service · DelanoDelano residentsFees apply
    How it works

    Under its 2023 franchise agreement with the City of Delano, South Tulare-Richgrove Refuse (STRR, 912 High St., 661-725-0265) provides on-call bulky item collection for a per-item fee, up to three times a year.

    Cost & rules
    • On-call: request from STRR (661-725-0265); up to three collections a year at per-item rates (amounts not published in the text of the agreement).
    • No tires, construction debris, spas or items too heavy for two people.
  5. Bena Landfill (Kern County)Drop-off · outside Delano · 2951 Neumarkel Road, BakersfieldKern County residentsFree
    Where

    2951 Neumarkel Road
    Bakersfield, CA 93307

    Hours

    Daily 8 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed major holidays)

    Cost & rules

    Mattresses

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • No charge for residential self-haul; commercial loads pay by vehicle ($14.35 car, $32.28 pickup).

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 Delano: Municipal Solid Waste Franchise Agreement with South Tulare-Richgrove Refuse (2023) (PDF) (opens in new tab) · City of Delano · effective July 1, 2023
    • STRR must provide on-call bulky item collection for a per-item fee, up to three times a year. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The agreement defines bulky waste to include furniture such as chairs, sofas and mattresses, and appliances such as refrigerators, washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bulky waste excludes construction debris, car bodies, tires, spas and items two people cannot handle. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Delano: Refuse & Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of Delano
    • STRR (South Tulare Richgrove Refuse) is at 912 High St., Delano; phone 661-725-0265. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Kern County Public Works: Bena Landfill (Disposal Sites) (opens in new tab) · Kern County Public Works · effective July 1, 2026
    • Appliances, clothing and furniture are no charge for residential loads; commercial loads pay $14.35 per car, $32.28 per pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Non-chargeable residential waste includes large appliances (stoves, refrigerators, washers and dryers) and furniture (sofas, chairs, desks, patio furniture and mattresses). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Waste from outside Kern County is not acceptable at county disposal sites. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Kern County Public Works: Roberts Lane Transfer Station (Disposal Sites) (opens in new tab) · Kern County Public Works
    • The site accepts non-chargeable residential waste only; commercial waste and tires are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances, clothing and furniture are no charge for residents; TVs, monitors and screen devices are no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Non-chargeable residential waste includes large appliances (stoves, refrigerators, washers and dryers) and furniture (sofas, chairs, desks, patio furniture and mattresses). 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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