How to Dispose of Mattress in Bakersfield, CA
City of Bakersfield (with Kern Refuse) offers curbside bulky pickup for single-family homes and apartments with 4 units or less: up to 2 bulky items per quarter at no additional charge. Call Solid Waste at (661) 326-3114 to schedule. Accepted examples include furniture, mattresses, box springs, major appliances, e-waste (TV/monitor/computer), water heaters, and BBQ grills without propane. Place items curbside before 6:00 a.m. on the appointment day with ~5 ft clearance. City also hosts periodic bulky drop-off events — confirm dates on city notices.
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Local specifics
| Curbside pickup | Yes / organics stream |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | Free — 2 bulky items per quarter by appointment |
| Hazardous rating | Low |
| Nearest facility type | City of Bakersfield curbside bulky pickup |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-10 |
Common questions
Not accepted?
City bulky flyer excludes propane tanks, construction debris, doors/cabinets, carpets, toilets, concrete, spas, pool tables, large AC units, and items over 300 lbs.
Freon?
Drop-off events often exclude items with refrigerant — confirm before hauling freon appliances.
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