The Ultimate Guide to Mattress Disposal in Charleston (2025)

Getting a new mattress is exciting—until you realize you have to get rid of the old one. If you live in Charleston, you might be tempted to drag it to the curb and hope for the best. Don't do it.

Most municipal trash services in the Lowcountry will not pick up mattresses with regular garbage. Leaving one on the sidewalk can result in fines and creates an eyesore for your neighborhood.

Why Are Mattresses So Hard to Toss?

Mattresses are bulky, hard to compress, and jam up landfill machinery. Plus, they are made of materials that take decades to decompose. That's why many cities have strict rules about them.

Option 1: Donation (The Best Route)

If your mattress is less than 5 years old, has no stains, and no structural damage, donation is a great option. Organizations like Habitat for Humanity ReStore or local shelters may accept them. Always call ahead—hygiene laws are strict.

Option 2: Recycling

Did you know up to 80% of a mattress can be recycled? The steel springs, foam, and wood frames can all be repurposed. Unfortunately, there are very few direct-to-consumer mattress recycling centers in SC.

Option 3: The Easy Way (EcoDump)

This is where we come in. EcoDump Junk Removal specializes in mattress removal. We don't just dump them; we inspect every mattress to see if it can be donated or recycled.

We handle the heavy lifting (so you don't scratch your walls or hurt your back) and ensure it's disposed of responsibly.

How to Prepare for Pickup

• Strip the bed of all linens and pillows.
• Clear a path to the door.
• If it has bed bugs, please let us know in advance so we can take safety precautions.

Need that old mattress gone today? Schedule your mattress pickup with EcoDump and sleep easy tonight.