Mattress Recycling in Allen, TX
Mattresses go out on Allen's monthly bulk Saturday, or to an NTMWD transfer station (two loads a month).
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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.
Texas rules
- TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
- Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
More Texas rules (3)
- Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
- Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
- If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (14)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Solid Waste Facilities (opens in new tab) · North Texas Municipal Water District
- Residents of Allen, Frisco, McKinney, Melissa, Plano and Richardson can drop off waste twice a month with a city utility bill showing solid waste service. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Acceptable Waste Policy (PDF) (opens in new tab) · North Texas Municipal Water District
- Listed residential waste is accepted at no charge to member city residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residents can dispose of household waste twice a month. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Acceptable waste includes mattresses and furniture. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulky Item Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Allen Community Services
- Picked up automatically on the assigned Saturday. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Items must weigh under 150 pounds. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted: furniture, appliances, mattresses and box springs, grills and televisions. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Do-It-Yourself Disposal (opens in new tab) · City of Allen Community Services
- Allen residents can dispose of up to two loads of household trash a month at NTMWD facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Permitted items include furniture, mattresses and box springs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective September 16, 2026
- TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective August 3, 2026
- Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
- If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Checked October 26, 2026.
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