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Mattress Recycling in Rockford, IL

Rockford residents can set mattresses out with regular weekly garbage; king mattresses must be folded and taped. Loads over one truck hopper a week carry a bulk surcharge.

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

2 ways to get rid of a mattress in Rockford

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · RockfordNo 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.

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  2. Rockford weekly bulk item collection (Rock River Disposal)Pickup service · RockfordCost not listed
    How it works

    Under the City of Rockford's contract, Rock River Disposal collects bulk items on the regular garbage day, up to one truck hopper (~3 cubic yards) per week; larger volumes carry a bulk refuse surcharge. Questions: 815-965-2489.

    Cost & rules
    • Set out on your regular garbage day; one truck hopper (~3 cubic yards) per week, more is subject to the bulk refuse surcharge in the City fee schedule.
    • Before you go: King-size mattresses must be folded in half and secured, king box springs cut in half; wrap bed-bug-infested items in plastic.

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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 Rockford: Weekly Bulk Item Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Rockford
    • Bulk items are collected on the regular garbage day and are subject to the bulk refuse rates in the City fee schedule. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • King-size box springs must be cut in half and king mattresses folded in half and secured; bed-bug-infested mattresses and furniture must be wrapped in plastic. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Rockford: Weekly Garbage Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Rockford
    • Each home may set out one truck hopper (about 3 cubic yards) per week; more is subject to a bulk refuse surcharge. No need to call ahead. 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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