Have a garage full of junk, old furniture you’ve been meaning to get rid of, or a mattress taking up space? Here’s a FREE service Sedgwick County residents should know about!
Sedgwick County offers free bulky waste disposal vouchers that let residents drop off up to 1,000 pounds of qualifying trash at no cost. There’s also a separate free voucher for disposing of mattresses and box springs!
I love sharing money-saving services like this because getting rid of bulky items can be expensive, especially when you’re cleaning out a garage, basement, or storage room.
The best part? You don’t need to wait for a special cleanup weekend. Sedgwick County currently lists both voucher programs on its website.
How to Get a Free Sedgwick County Bulky Waste Voucher
If you live in Sedgwick County, you can request a voucher to dispose of up to 1,000 pounds of qualifying bulky waste for free.
Here’s how to get yours:
- Call Sedgwick County Environmental Resources at 316-660-7200.
- Ask for a free bulky waste disposal voucher.
- Follow the county’s instructions for receiving and using your voucher.
- Take your qualifying items to the designated transfer station within 30 days.
The vouchers are available to Sedgwick County residents, not businesses.
My tip: Before loading up your vehicle, make sure you’ve received your voucher and understand its requirements. I would hate for you to haul everything across Wichita only to find out you can’t use it!
What Can You Throw Away With the Free Trash Voucher?
This is a great opportunity to get rid of larger items that won’t fit in your regular trash cart.
According to Sedgwick County, acceptable bulky waste includes:
- Old furniture
- Rugs and carpeting
- Countertops
- Toilets, vanities, and showers
- Tree limbs
- Large appliances that do not contain refrigerant
- Swing sets
If you’ve been putting off a garage cleanup or home improvement project because of disposal costs, this could help!
What Is NOT Accepted With the Bulky Waste Voucher?
The county specifically excludes:
- Tires
- Mattresses
- Liquids
- Hazardous materials
Mattresses have their own free voucher program, which I’ll explain below.
If you’re unsure whether an item qualifies, call Environmental Resources before loading it.
Where to Use Your Free Sedgwick County Trash Voucher
The bulky waste voucher is accepted at:
Waste Connections Transfer Station
4300 W. 37th St. N., Wichita, KS
Days: Tuesday through Saturday
Cost: Free for up to 1,000 pounds of qualifying bulky waste with an approved voucher.
Important: Everyone entering the transfer station must wear a high-visibility vest.
That’s one detail I don’t want anyone to miss! Make sure you have a high-visibility vest before heading out.
Vouchers are valid for 30 days, so plan your cleanup and disposal trip accordingly.
You Can Also Get a FREE Mattress Disposal Voucher!
Here’s another freebie that could save you money!
Sedgwick County has a separate program allowing residents to dispose of up to two mattresses or box springs at no cost.
This is especially helpful if you’re replacing a bed, cleaning out a guest room, or getting rid of an old mattress.
How to Get a Free Mattress Disposal Voucher
- Call Sedgwick County Environmental Resources at 316-660-7200.
- Request a mattress disposal voucher.
- Follow the instructions provided by the county.
- Take your qualifying items to Brooks Landfill within 30 days.
You can dispose of a maximum of two items. Mattresses and box springs of any size are accepted.
Where to Drop Off Mattresses for Free in Wichita
Brooks Landfill
4100 N. West Street, Wichita, KS
Days: Monday through Saturday
Cost: Free for up to two mattresses or box springs with an approved voucher.
Important: You must unload your own items. Staff do not provide unloading assistance.
My tip: If you’re bringing a heavy mattress, plan ahead and bring someone who can help you unload it.
Free Sedgwick County Trash Voucher vs. Mattress Voucher
| Bulky Waste Voucher | Mattress Voucher | |
|---|---|---|
| What you can dispose of | Qualifying bulky waste | Mattresses and box springs only |
| Free allowance | Up to 1,000 pounds | Up to 2 items |
| Drop-off location | Waste Connections Transfer Station | Brooks Landfill |
| Available days | Tuesday–Saturday | Monday–Saturday |
| Voucher validity | 30 days | 30 days |
| How to request | Call 316-660-7200 | Call 316-660-7200 |
Both programs are for Sedgwick County residents, not businesses.
My Tips Before You Head to the Dump
If you’re planning a big cleanup, here are a few things I’d do first:
- Call for your voucher before loading anything.
- Separate mattresses from other bulky waste because they go to different locations.
- Check the accepted-item lists so you don’t bring something that isn’t covered.
- Bring a high-visibility vest if you’re visiting the Waste Connections Transfer Station.
- Make sure you can unload your items, especially at Brooks Landfill.
- Use sturdy contractor bags for smaller debris that qualifies under the voucher.
- Plan your trip within the voucher’s 30-day validity period.
And one more thing: Before throwing something away, consider whether it could be donated, sold, or recycled instead.
Where to Take Hazardous Waste in Wichita
Paint, chemicals, and other hazardous materials are not covered by the bulky waste voucher.
If you have those items, check out my Free Household Hazardous Waste Facility in Wichita article for another local resource that may help.
Don’t Miss These Free Sedgwick County Disposal Programs
I love finding free services that make everyday life a little easier and more affordable. If you’ve been putting off cleaning out your garage, getting rid of old furniture, or replacing a mattress, these vouchers are worth checking out.
To request either voucher, call Sedgwick County Environmental Resources at 316-660-7200.
For the latest details, accepted items, and program requirements, visit the official Sedgwick County Special Events and Disposal Vouchers page.
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says none are available.
Oh no, are they out already?? I just saw it and signed up for a coupon this morning. I wonder if some other media outlet shared about the coupons before me. A whole bunch of people go sign up for it and then they run out…
Looks like ALL the TV news stations ran a story about it. Sorry. 🙁
Hey! They’re back, Lori. I checked again this morning (Monday, Sept. 20 at 8:33 a.m.) and the coupon link is there.
https://ssc.sedgwickcounty.org/couponrequest/
You might check next year before you list acceptable items, this year it states on coupon that mattresses and box springs not accepted.
Okay. Got it. It’s just that if I wait to share until I’ve gotten my coupon, then some people won’t find out until the coupons are already gone. But I’ll see if I can’t find the list of acceptable items next year and check it against what I have from previous years.
I did add a note that acceptable items may change from year to year.
Darn, I didn’t know they were limited! Where can I find out how much it costs to dump a load?
Yeah, darn! I think they charge by the pound, and my husband says you can call them to find out how much that is. There are a few different landfills; I think the Sedgwick County site (the same one that had the coupon) has a list of them. I’ll see if I can find that link…
Here it is: https://www.sedgwickcounty.org/environment/transfer-stations/
I guess only one of the two transfer stations is currently open, and there’s a phone number on that page.
why can I not order the voucher/coupon it is saying none are available
Well, it may be possible that they’re out of coupons now. I’ll double-check and see if I can find anything out…
Okay, yes. I am seeing that they are all out of the coupons.
When should a person watch for the couple? I thought Aug it didn’t show. Then they were all gone this year and last year???
This time they seemed to go really fast. I try to watch for them beginning in late summer, and this time they released the coupon on or around August 1, if I remember correctly.
In past years it has been later (maybe September?). I don’t know anything about their planning process or how many coupons they have. I just keep an eye out for it and share when I see it!
Thanks for the info. I will be sure to check back Aug. 1. I need to do some late ‘spring’ cleaning & used one of these coupons a couple years ago. Saving that $20 is a nice benefit.
Is this a one time trip to use the coupon or can you use it several times until the limit is hit for your address?
That’s a good question, but I’m not really sure. The coupon may have more information when you receive it – we got one last year, but I honestly can’t remember what it said.
I may be able to find out, so I’ll edit the post above if I get more info!
Hi Glenda. I heard back from the folks at Sedgwick County. The coupon is good only for one trip, so you might want to find a friend with a truck if you have a small vehicle.
The good news is that it’s usually good for a few months, so you don’t have to make a run as soon as you get the coupon.