Bed frame removal, taken apart for you.
Metal frames, wooden beds, headboards, bunk beds and platform beds. A local crew disassembles it, carries every piece out and hauls it all away in one trip.
How it works
Three steps. No heavy lifting.
Describe the bed, pick a time, and the crew handles the bolts, the rails and the carrying.
Tell us about the bed
Frame type, size and whether the mattress and headboard go too.
Pick a pickup window
Same-day in most areas when you book early. In-home or curbside.
Get the room back
The crew takes it apart, carries it out and recycles what it can.
What's included
Bed frame haul away, bolts and all
Bed frames rarely leave in one piece. Rails need unbolting, slats come loose, and that solid wood headboard weighs more than it looks. JunkHaulAwayPros sends a crew with the tools to break the bed down, carry each piece out and leave nothing behind but a clear floor.
- Disassembly included. Bolts, brackets and center supports removed on site.
- Headboards and footboards. Wall-mounted or attached, they go in the same trip.
- Slats and hardware. Every loose piece is collected so nothing gets left in the closet.
- Mattress add-on. Take the mattress and box spring at the same time.
You don't need to find the original Allen key or remember how it went together. Crews handle metal frames, wooden sleigh beds, storage beds with drawers and even daybeds with trundles.
Every style of bed
Headboards, bunk beds and platform frames
Simple metal rails or an heirloom four-poster, it all goes. Wood, metal, upholstered and particleboard frames are fine, whether the bed is sturdy or held together with tape.
Metal frames
Adjustable steel rail frames of any size.
Wooden beds
Sleigh beds, panel beds and four-posters.
Platform beds
Low frames with built-in slats or storage drawers.
Bunk & loft beds
Taken down level by level, ladders included.
Headboards
Upholstered, wood, metal and wall-mounted styles.
Daybeds & trundles
Frames plus the pull-out bed underneath.
Canopy beds
Posts and canopy rails removed before carrying.
Kids' beds & cribs
Cribs, toddler beds and novelty frames.
Swapping the whole bed? Add the mattress, box spring and nightstands, and the bedroom can be emptied in a single visit.
Common reasons
When people book headboard and frame removal
A bed frame often outlasts several mattresses, but it eventually gets replaced too. Here's why people usually reach out.
Upgrading the bed size
Going from a full to a queen or king means the old frame no longer fits.
Squeaks and wobbles
Stripped bolts and cracked slats make a frame more trouble than it's worth.
Kids grew up
Bunk beds, cribs and toddler beds give way to bigger furniture.
New bedroom set
Clear the old frame before the new one is delivered and assembled.
Moving out
Bulky frames are a hassle to take apart, pack and reassemble.
Cleaning out a guest room
Turning a spare bedroom into an office or gym starts with removing the bed.
A closer look
Out with the old bed, in with the new
A new bed is one of the most satisfying upgrades in a home, but the old frame usually stands in the way. Delivery teams often won’t remove existing furniture, and taking apart a frame that’s been bolted together for years can turn into an afternoon of stripped screws and lost hardware.
Timing the removal around delivery keeps things simple. Scheduling the pickup a day before the new bed arrives gives you an empty room to clean, rearrange or paint. Scheduling it the same day works too, as long as the old frame is out before the delivery crew starts assembling the new one.
It’s also a good moment to look at the rest of the bedroom. Old nightstands, mismatched dressers and worn rugs can go in the same pickup, making room for a coordinated set or a fresh layout. Mattresses and box springs are often replaced along with the frame, and they can all leave together.
Once removed, frames are sorted by material. Steel rails and hardware go to scrap recyclers, solid wood can be reused or recycled and upholstered headboards are donated when they’re in good shape. Only what can’t be recovered goes to disposal.
On pickup day
What to expect when the crew arrives
Most bed frame pickups are quick, even with disassembly. The crew arrives with tools, breaks the frame down and carries it out piece by piece. Here's how the visit goes.
A heads-up first
You'll know your arrival window ahead of time, so you can plan the rest of your day around it.
A quick walkthrough
Point out what's going and what's staying. The crew checks the easiest route out of the house.
Careful removal
Background-checked pros protect floors and walls, take items apart if needed and carry everything out.
Swept and sorted
The area gets a quick sweep, and everything is sorted for donation, recycling or disposal.
Two ways to book
Inside or at the curb: your call
Schedule whichever pickup style fits your day. Both end with the bed frame gone; the difference is who takes it apart and carries it outside.
In-home pickup
The crew comes into the bedroom, disassembles the frame and carries every piece out. It's the best choice for heavy wood beds, bunk beds and anything upstairs.
Curbside pickup
If you've already taken the frame apart, leave the pieces in the garage or by the driveway. You don't need to be home when the crew stops by.
For curbside pickups, bundle loose slats and bag small hardware so nothing gets scattered across the driveway before the crew arrives.
Responsible disposal
Bed frame disposal that makes sense
Bed frames break down into simple materials, which makes them easy to recover. Sturdy wooden beds and quality headboards in good condition are offered to local charities and furniture banks first.
Steel rail frames are recycled as scrap metal. Wood slats and frames are reused or recycled when practical, and upholstered headboards or particleboard pieces that can't be recovered are disposed of at an approved facility.
Disassembly
Stripped bolts and stubborn frames
Bed frames get tightened, re-tightened and sometimes glued over the years. Old bolts strip, brackets rust and wooden pegs swell, which makes taking the bed apart the hardest part of getting rid of it.
Crews bring the tools to work through rusted hardware and break down frames that weren't designed to come apart easily. Bunk beds are taken down from the top, and heavy headboards are carried out separately to protect walls and doorways.
If the bed is unusually large, built into the wall or assembled in a room with a narrow door, let us know when you book. A photo helps the crew bring exactly what they need.
Book bed frame removalQuick prep
A little prep goes a long way
The crew handles the disassembly, so prep is minimal. A few small steps keep your things safe and the visit short.
- Strip the bedding. Remove sheets, pillows and blankets you want to keep.
- Clear under the bed. Pull out storage bins, shoes and anything stashed underneath.
- Empty storage drawers. Platform beds with drawers should be emptied first.
- Make room around it. Give the crew space on all sides to work on the frame.
Weighing your options
Should you take it apart yourself?
Taking a bed apart sounds simple until a bolt won't turn or a slat cracks. Heavy wood frames and headboards still need two people to carry, and metal rails are long and awkward to fit in a car. Most curbside trash programs won't take a frame unless it's broken down and bundled, and scrap yards or landfills mean another trip.
| Task | Doing it yourself | With a crew |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting & stairs | You and whoever you can recruit | Handled by trained pros |
| Transportation | Borrow or rent a truck or trailer | Truck arrives with the crew |
| Finding a drop-off | Call around about charities, landfills and city rules | Sorted for donation, recycling or disposal |
| Time | Often half a day or more | Usually under an hour on site |
| Risk | Strained backs, scuffed walls, dented doorframes | Floors and walls protected |
A simple metal frame you can fold up and carry yourself is an easy DIY job. Solid wood beds, bunk beds and anything heavy or upstairs are much easier with a crew.
Residential
Clearing out more of the house?
See all 33 home services, from furniture and appliances to garage, basement and estate cleanouts.
Explore residential servicesCommercial
Need this for a business?
Pickups for offices, rentals, job sites and property managers, scheduled around your hours.
Explore commercial servicesOther things we haul away
Bed Frame Removal FAQ
Bed frame disposal questions
Don't see your question? Send us a note and we'll get back to you within one business day.
Do I need to take the bed frame apart before pickup?
No. Disassembly is included with in-home pickup. The crew will remove the mattress, unbolt the rails, take off the headboard and footboard, and collect the slats and hardware. You only need to take it apart yourself if you've chosen curbside pickup, since the crew won't be coming inside. Either way, mention the bed type when you book so they bring the right tools. Keeping bolts and brackets together in a bag helps if you've already taken part of it apart.
Can you remove a bunk bed or loft bed?
Yes. Bunk beds and loft beds are taken down carefully from the top level first, with ladders, guard rails and desks removed along the way. Crews carry each section out separately to protect walls and stairways. Mattresses from each bunk can go in the same pickup. If the bed is bolted to a wall, let us know when you book so the crew can plan for it. Loft beds with built-in desks or dressers are disassembled in sections for safe carrying.
Will you take the headboard if it's mounted to the wall?
In most cases, yes. Wall-mounted headboards attached with standard brackets or cleats can be taken down and hauled away. The crew won't patch or paint the wall afterward, so you may see small screw holes. If the headboard is built into the wall or part of custom cabinetry, mention it when you book and we'll let you know what's possible. The crew will take care around nearby walls and decor while taking the headboard down.
Can you take the mattress and box spring too?
Yes. Most people clear the whole bed in one visit. Mattresses, box springs, foundations, toppers and adjustable bases can all go along with the frame. Many mattresses are sent to recycling facilities where available, so steel springs and foam can be recovered. Add everything to your request so the crew has enough room on the truck for the full set. Adjustable bases should be unplugged ahead of time so they can be carried out right away.
What happens to a metal bed frame after pickup?
Metal frames are among the easiest furniture to recycle. Steel rails, bolts and brackets are sent to scrap metal recyclers, where they're melted down and reused. Ornate iron or brass beds in good condition may be donated instead. Wood components, upholstered headboards and particleboard parts are sorted separately and recycled or disposed of properly depending on their condition. Old wooden frames in good condition are often welcome at furniture banks and charities.
Ready when you are
Make space for the new bed.
Tell us what's going and a local crew will haul it away, often the same or next day.
Book your bed frame pickup