Box Spring Recycling in Stockton, CA

Box springs are accepted at Stockton's annual drive-thru recycling events; San Joaquin County's Lovelace and North County sites take up to ten per trip free for residents.

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

5 ways to get rid of a box spring in Stockton

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · StocktonNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $95.00
How it works
Book online, set out your box spring 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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North County Recycling Center and Sanitary LandfillCounty service · San Joaquin CountyOpen to everyoneFree
How it works
San Joaquin County site at 17720 E. Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240 (unincorporated San Joaquin County). Hours: Monday–Sunday 7 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day).
Cost & rules
Fees
Additional mattress or box spring $20
- No-charge limits require proof of San Joaquin County residency; no cash (cards or business checks).
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Lovelace Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer StationCounty service · San Joaquin CountyOpen to everyoneFree
How it works
San Joaquin County site at 2323 E. Lovelace Road, Manteca, CA 95336 (unincorporated San Joaquin County). Hours: Monday–Sunday 7 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day).
Cost & rules
Fees
Additional mattress or box spring $20
- No-charge limits require proof of San Joaquin County residency; no cash (cards or business checks).
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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
- Box springs (foundations) used in California, any condition or age.
- Check acceptable items and contact the location before you go.
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City of Stockton Drive-Thru Recycling Events (annual, by council district)City service · StocktonStockton residentsCost not listed
How it works
Republic Services and Waste Management hold a drive-thru recycling event in each Stockton council district every year (8 a.m.–noon) for appliances, e-waste, mattresses, box springs and up to five tires. Bring proof of Stockton residency; check the City page for the next date.
Cost & rules
- Held once a year in each council district, 8 a.m.–noon; bring proof of Stockton residency and stay in your vehicle. Check the City page for dates.
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Fees
Additional mattress or box spring	$20

Fees
Additional mattress or box spring	$20

Before you go

Don’t assume a box spring is priced like a mattress; ask separately.
Tell the operator if it’s a split (two-piece) box spring; some charge per piece.
Check for moisture, mold or bed bugs before you go.

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California rules

Retailers must collect the recycling fee on all mattress and box spring purchases. Source: Bye Bye Mattress: California Retailer Pick Up FAQ (opens in new tab)
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. Source: DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab)

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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. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
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. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Source: CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

San Joaquin County: North County Recycling Center and Sanitary Landfill price sheet (effective January 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division · effective January 1, 2026
- Proof of San Joaquin County residency is required for special waste at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Mattresses or box springs: residents up to ten per trip at no charge; additional units $20 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Additional mattresses or box springs are $20.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
San Joaquin County: Lovelace Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station price sheet (effective January 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division · effective January 1, 2026
- Proof of San Joaquin County residency is required for special waste at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Mattresses or box springs: residents up to ten per trip at no charge; additional units $20 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Additional mattresses or box springs are $20.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Stockton: Clean City Initiative (Drive-Thru Recycling Events) (opens in new tab) · City of Stockton Public Works
- Republic Services and Waste Management hold drive-thru recycling events in each City Council District annually, 8 a.m. to noon. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Participants must bring ID or verification that they live in the City of Stockton. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted: appliances including refrigerators, washers, dryers, microwaves; e-waste like TVs and computer monitors; mattresses and box springs; up to five tires without rims. 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.
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.
- A box spring, also called a foundation, is the fabric-covered base that supports the mattress. 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 must collect the recycling fee on all mattress and box spring purchases. Checked October 26, 2026.

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