Top 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Disposing Bulky Junk in Singapore

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Bulky junk is more than just big furniture or appliances — it’s also a big headache if you don’t dispose of it the right way.

From missed pickups to $10,000 fines, disposing of junk in Singapore isn’t as simple as dragging it downstairs. But the good news? Most mistakes are easily avoidable if you know what to look out for.

Here are the top 7 mistakes to avoid when disposing bulky junk that people make — and how you can skip the stress.

1. Assuming the Town Council Will Take Everything

Town councils only remove:

• Up to 3 items/month

• Non-electrical, non-hazardous junk

• Items you bring to the pickup point

They don’t handle fridges, washing machines, or stairs — and definitely not 5-piece wooden wardrobes.

2. Trying to Sell Junk That’s Beyond Saving

Sure, we all want to make a few bucks. But if your sofa is scratched, your fridge is leaking, or your mattress has stains — it’s junk, not treasure.

Don’t waste time waiting for Carousell no-shows.

3. Leaving Items at the Void Deck (or Stairwell)

This one’s serious: dumping bulky items in common areas is illegal under Singapore law.The fine? Up to $10,000 — even for a single mattress.

Save your wallet. Get help from a registered team like us.

4. Booking Disposal Too Late

We get many frantic calls from people moving tomorrow, facing renovation deadlines or tenancy handovers.

Pro tip: book disposal 3–5 days ahead, especially if you're in a condo or walk-up flat.

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5. Not Checking Lift Access (Or Assuming “It’ll Fit”)

Your fridge may not even fit in the lift.Or worse — there's no lift access at all.

At Junk Value, we handle stairs, tight corners, and bulky dimensions. But most town councils won’t.

6. Letting the Junk Sit for Weeks (Or Months)

Clutter attracts:

• Dust mites

• Cockroaches

• Termites (especially in wooden wardrobes)

Worse: it becomes visual noise and emotional baggage. Out of sight ≠ out of your life.

7. Hiring Random “Freelancers” Online Without Credentials

That $30 “pickup guy” you found on Facebook? He may just dump your stuff illegally — and you’ll never get a receipt.

✅ Junk Value is a registered, reliable Singapore service with traceable removal and NEA-compliant disposal.

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