Mattress Recycling in Harwood Heights, IL
Bag or plastic-wrap a mattress and set it out as your free weekly bulk item in Harwood Heights.
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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)
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Where this information comes from
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.
- Refuse & Landscape Waste Services (opens in new tab) · Village of Harwood Heights
- Residents of single-family homes and buildings up to a 3-flat may set out one large bulk item per week on their garbage day at no extra charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulk items include toilets, mattresses, furniture and large appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Mattresses and box springs must be placed in a mattress bag or wrapped in plastic. Checked October 26, 2026.
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