Mattresses and box springs are bulky waste. Bulky waste is collected by request only: schedule online or call (706) 613-3501 option 7.[1]
There is no fee for four pickups a year, up to 5 items per pickup. After four pickups, service is on a cost-of-service basis.[1]
Place items neatly at the curb no earlier than 24 hours before your collection date and by 7:00 AM on pickup day.[1]
The program is for single-family detached, duplex and four-plex homes. Depending on your property's zoning, an additional fee may apply.[1]
You can also drop off mattresses and box springs at CHaRM, 1005 College Ave: $10 each, plus a $3 per trip facility fee for Athens-Clarke County residents. No cash; check or major credit card only.[2]
CHaRM is open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and Wednesday noon to 6:00 PM.[2]
12 free scheduled bulk collections a year for single-family residents; household bulk means furniture and appliances, up to 8 cubic yards per collection.[3]
Since Feb 16, 2026, bulk is collected on your regular weekly collection day, but must be scheduled at least one business day ahead: SWS Collection Tool or ATL311 (404-546-0311).[4]
Put items at the front curb no earlier than 7 p.m. the day before (citation risk), 6 ft from carts and yard trimmings.[4]
Cancel by 3 p.m. the day before; a no-show counts against your 12.[4]
Residential customers get weekly bulk waste collection. Mattresses are one of the most common examples of bulk waste.[5]
Fees for compliant bulk waste collection are included in the annual solid waste collection fees. There are no additional removal charges for compliant bulk waste.[5]
Place bulk waste at the curb at 6 a.m. on your day of service, away from carts, mailboxes, parked cars, poles and low limbs. The limit is 10 cubic yards (one 5x5x10 pile) per week.[5]
Mattresses and box springs are bulk items. Put them out with your cart before 7:00 a.m. on your trash day. You don't need to schedule.[6]
Bulk items that take more than 5 minutes are charged a fee under the City Revenue Ordinance.[6]
You can also take bulk items to the City Landfill (1327 Dean Forest Road) or Bacon Park Convenience Center (2609 Skidaway Road) with proof of residency.[6]