"No One Will Collect My Old Sofa"— What You Can Do About It
- lisa A
- Jul 2
- 3 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
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"No One Will Collect My Old Sofa"— What You Can Do About It
Tried listing your sofa on Carousell? Contacted your Town Council? WhatsApp-ed a few collectors? If you’ve done all this and still can’t get rid of your old couch, you’re not alone.
In Singapore, hundreds of bulky furniture items go uncollected every week. Here’s why your sofa might be one of them — and what you can do about it.
1. Poor Condition = Instant Rejection
Let’s be real: no one wants to pick up junk. Collectors and buyers alike will turn down sofas that show the following:
Torn fabric or cracked leather
Sunken cushions or saggy foam
Water damage, mould or pet odours
Broken frames, missing legs, or peeling laminate
Unless it’s practically new, your used sofa likely won’t qualify for resale or reuse. Check out our sofa disposal page to see what qualifies for collection or recycling.
2. High Labour & Transport Costs
Even if your sofa still looks okay, logistics can kill the deal. Why?
Many junk collectors operate solo or in pairs — large sofas need at least two people
Condo units or HDB blocks without lift access usually come with extra charges or refusals
Hauling bulky furniture requires proper trucks, trolleys, and moving straps most freelancers don’t own
With our residential junk removal services, Junk Value handles the entire job — from dismantling to lifting and disposal — safely and legally.
3. There’s Little to No Demand for Used Sofas
The truth is, very few people in Singapore buy secondhand sofas — especially large or worn-out ones.
Here’s what might still sell:
Branded items (IKEA, Castlery, King Koil, etc.)
Sofas less than 2 years old
Clean, odourless, stain-free, and still structurally sound
But even then, reselling is slow and unreliable. You’re better off using our bulky item disposal services to clear space immediately.
4. Illegal Dumping = Heavy Fines
Don’t leave your old couch at the void deck or staircase landing.
In Singapore, abandoning furniture is illegal dumping — and can result in fines or Town Council complaints. If you're in a pinch, we offer same-day sofa removal for urgent situations.
✅ What You Can Do Instead
Need to clear out fast? We’ve got you.
Get a quick, clear quote with no guesswork
We collect from all housing types, including condos and walk-ups
Choose a time that works for you — even same-day pickups
Disposal is safe, legal, and often includes light dismantling
We also handle more than just sofas — check out our full range of services:
🛋️ Don’t Get Stuck with Junk
Disposing of bulky furniture in Singapore can be tricky — but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. If you’ve been turned away by multiple collectors, it’s not your fault. It’s just that the standards for reuse and resale have changed.
Clear space the smart way: Book Junk Value’s Sofa Disposal Today.
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