Mattress Removal on Martha's Vineyard
How to Get Rid of an Old Mattress Without the Headache
Getting rid of a mattress on Martha's Vineyard isn't as simple as leaving it next to the trash.
Massachusetts prohibits mattresses and box springs from being disposed of or transported for disposal as ordinary trash. Since November 1, 2022, mattresses have been subject to the state's waste disposal ban.
That means you need to use an appropriate recycling, reuse, donation, or collection option.
Here are your realistic choices.
Option 1: Handle It Yourself
If you have a truck, a way to safely secure the mattress, and don't mind doing the work, handling it yourself can be the least expensive option.
The important part is checking your town's current rules before you load up the mattress.
Depending on where you live, you may need to check:
Whether mattresses are accepted
Whether box springs are handled separately
Current fees
Hours of operation
Whether a permit, sticker, or other requirement applies
Where mattresses should be dropped off
Martha's Vineyard has several different waste facilities and municipal systems, so don't assume the rules are the same everywhere.
Option 2: Reuse or Donate It
A mattress in excellent condition may have a reuse or donation option, but don't count on this being available.
Organizations may have restrictions based on:
Age
Stains
Damage
Hygiene
Bed bugs
Overall condition
Current storage capacity
Always call before loading the mattress into your vehicle.
If it isn't accepted, you'll still need another disposal option.
Option 3: Ask About Haul-Away When Buying a New Mattress
Some mattress retailers offer removal when you purchase a replacement.
However, this isn't something we'd assume is available for every Martha's Vineyard delivery.
Before purchasing, ask:
Do you remove the old mattress?
Do you service my Vineyard address?
Do you remove it from inside the house?
Are stairs included?
Is there an additional charge?
Does the service include the box spring?
Get the details before the new mattress arrives.
Option 4: Have the Mattress Removed
If you don't have a truck, don't want to wrestle a mattress down the stairs, or simply want the job gone, hiring a local removal service is usually the easiest option.
Better Call Bosko can remove mattresses from:
Bedrooms
Second floors
Basements
Garages
Storage areas
Rental properties
Tight spaces
Homes with stairs
Multi-item cleanouts
You don't need to drag it outside first.
How it works
1. Send us a photo
Text a photo of the mattress and tell us where it is.
2. Tell us the location
Let us know if it's upstairs, downstairs, in a garage, in a rental, or somewhere else.
3. Get a clear quote
We'll tell you what the job will cost before the work begins.
4. We remove it
We'll handle the lifting, loading, and removal.
5. You're done
No truck rental. No wrestling with a mattress. No figuring out how to transport it yourself.
What About the Box Spring?
Box springs are subject to the same Massachusetts disposal ban as mattresses.
If you're getting rid of a mattress and box spring together, let us know when requesting your quote.
That way we can account for everything that needs to be removed.
What If the Mattress Is Upstairs?
That's not a problem.
Mattresses can be awkward to move through narrow hallways, staircases, doorways, and tight bedrooms.
You don't need to move it downstairs before we arrive.
We'll handle the removal from wherever it is.
Mattress Removal for Rental Properties
If you're a property manager, realtor, landlord, or homeowner preparing a rental for the next tenant, mattress removal is often part of a larger turnover.
We can combine mattress removal with other work such as:
Furniture removal
Junk removal
Garage cleanouts
Storage cleanouts
Light tear-outs
Furniture assembly
Moving heavy items
General cleanup and hauling
If you're trying to get a property ready for the next tenant, you can send us photos of everything that needs to go and we'll help you figure out the job.
What About Chappaquiddick?
Yes, we service Chappaquiddick.
If you're on Chappy, let us know when requesting your quote so we can account for the additional logistics involved with getting equipment and a vehicle where they need to go.
Can I Just Leave the Mattress Next to the Trash?
No.
Massachusetts has banned mattresses and box springs from disposal or transport for disposal as ordinary trash.
Don't leave one next to a dumpster, trash barrel, or roadside pickup unless your local program has specifically instructed you to do so.
Check with your local waste facility or arrange an appropriate removal option.
What Happens to the Mattress After We Remove It?
The goal is not simply to move the mattress from your house to somewhere else.
Mattresses need to be handled through an appropriate disposal or recycling channel.
Where the mattress ultimately goes can depend on its condition and the disposal or recycling options available at the time.
We'll handle the removal and transportation so you don't have to figure out the logistics yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does mattress removal cost on Martha's Vineyard?
It depends on the mattress, how many items you're removing, where the mattress is located, and the amount of work involved.
The easiest way to get an accurate price is to send us a photo and the location of the mattress.
Do you remove mattresses from inside the house?
Yes.
You don't need to move the mattress outside before we arrive.
Do you remove box springs too?
Yes. Let us know if you're removing both the mattress and box spring when requesting your quote.
Can you remove multiple mattresses?
Yes.
If you're clearing out a rental, estate, guest rooms, or an entire property, send us photos of everything that needs to go.
Do I need to be home?
Not necessarily.
If we can access the property and you've provided clear instructions, we can often complete the removal without you being there.
Do you remove mattresses from rental properties?
Yes.
We regularly handle removal work associated with property turnovers and cleanouts.
Do you service all of Martha's Vineyard?
Yes. We serve Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, Edgartown, West Tisbury, Chilmark, Aquinnah, and Chappaquiddick.
Need a Mattress Gone?
Don't guess about disposal rules. Don't rent a truck just to move one mattress. And don't spend your afternoon trying to get a bulky mattress down a staircase.
Send us a photo.
We'll take a look, tell you what the job involves, and give you a clear quote before we start.
Text or call: (970) 376-8687
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