Bulk Item Disposal: Grand Rapids vs Wyoming

How do I get rid of a mattress or old couch in Kent County?

Self-haul it to a county DPW facility or arrange a special pickup with a private hauler. A mattress or box spring is $20 each as of January 1, 2026.

Are appliances and electronics free to drop off?

Electronics, non-refrigerant appliances, and scrap metal are free at county facilities. Appliances containing refrigerant are $20 each, and CRT monitors are $4-$6 for residents.

How do I get rid of a couch or mattress in Wyoming, MI?

Call your licensed hauler (Advanced Disposal, Arrowaste, Kamps Wood Shavings & Refuse Disposal Inc., Republic Services, or Waste Management) and arrange a bulk pickup under your service contract - typically 48-72 hours advance scheduling, 2-3 items per pickup, and a fee per item beyond the contract allowance. Mattresses and box springs usually must be wrapped in plastic for bedbug mitigation. The City of Wyoming does NOT operate a separate citywide curbside bulk-pickup program, so the hauler is your only curbside option. You can also haul items yourself to the Kent County North or South Recycling & Waste Center for a per-item fee.

Will my Wyoming, MI hauler pick up my old refrigerator or freezer?

Not without a refrigerant-evacuation certification under EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act (40 CFR Part 82). Federal law requires certified evacuation of refrigerant from refrigerators, freezers, window air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and water coolers before disposal. Arrange evacuation through a certified HVAC technician, a licensed scrap dealer, or an appliance retailer at point of sale; with the certification sticker attached, your hauler can take the unit on a scheduled bulk pickup. Alternatively, drop off at the Kent County North or South Recycling & Waste Center, which accepts appliances with and without freon for a fee.

Where do I take old paint, motor oil, or pesticides in Wyoming, MI?

To the SafeChem drop-off at the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant, 2350 Ivanrest Avenue SW, Mondays 1-3 p.m. and Thursdays 7-9 a.m. - no appointment needed. SafeChem accepts automotive fluids (max 20 gallons used motor oil per visit, containers no larger than 5 gallons), solvents, oil-based paints, pesticides, photo chemicals, ammunition, and fireworks. NOT accepted: explosives, propane tanks, biological waste, water-based (latex/acrylic) paints, controlled substances, radioactive material, and alkaline batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, 9V) which have not been accepted since January 1, 2016. SafeChem is free for all Kent County residents.