List every component
Write down the mattress size, number of foundations, frame material, headboard, footboard, side rails, slats, storage drawers, and any bench or nightstand that will also be removed. Powered adjustable bases should be named separately because their steel frames and motors change the handling plan.
Use the manufacturer’s connection points
Photograph brackets and connections before taking anything apart. Use the manufacturer’s instructions where available. Do not improvise around powered mechanisms or wall-mounted pieces. If the connection is unclear, leave it for assessment.
Keep hardware controlled
Place retained bolts, washers, pins, and brackets in a labeled bag. Do not hide them in drawers or wrap them loosely in bedding. Tape can damage finished surfaces, so fasten the bag only where it will not mark the furniture.
Clear the path before lifting starts
Remove bedding, rugs that can slip, cords, and loose objects. OSHA identifies overexertion and awkward material handling as common injury sources; a clear route and an accurate item description support a safer plan.
Use this checklist
Choose the next step that fits the item
Albuquerque residential customers can check the city’s current large-item pickup rules for eligible curbside furniture. If the job needs indoor carry-out, stairs, disassembly, or a coordinated item list, prepare those details before requesting private removal.
Review the bed & bed frame removal service page or open the estimate planner.
Sources checked October 22, 2026: City of Albuquerque large-item pickup; OSHA materials-handling guidance; U.S. EPA reuse and repair guidance. These sources describe public programs and general safety principles, not HeritageHaul service acceptance.