Box Spring Recycling in Summit, IL
Box springs sealed in plastic go out with Summit’s weekly LRS bulk collection.
See all 2 optionsChecked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
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.
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.
- Summit residential waste collection (opens in new tab) · Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS)
- Up to two bulk items per service day, each under 75 lb. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Mattresses and box springs must be sealed in a plastic mattress cover and taped shut. Checked October 26, 2026.
“Checked” means we read the official page on that date. Things can change, so call before you go.
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