Fish Tank Disposal in Singapore – Junk Value’s Guide to Doing It Right

lisa A
Aug 4
2 min read

Updated: 6 days ago

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Fish Tank Disposal in Singapore – Junk Value’s Guide to Doing It Right

Disposing of a fish tank in Singapore isn’t as simple as leaving it at the void deck and hoping Town Council clears it. Fish tanks are large, fragile, and made mostly of glass—a material specifically excluded from most public bulky-item disposalschemes.

Why You Can’t Leave a Fish Tank at the Void Deck

Town Councils typically offer free removal of up to 3 bulky items per month for HDB residents, but they do not collect glass items due to the safety risks involved. This includes:

Fish tanks (of any size)
Glass cabinets or display shelves
Fragile glass table tops

Leaving such items in common areas can result in fines for illegal dumping under NEA regulations. If the tank breaks and causes injury, the penalties could be even more serious. For a breakdown of other residential junk removal cases, see our blog.

Can Condos Help With Disposal?

In most condominiums, condo junk removal must be handled by a third-party licensed service.

MCSTs do not permit large or breakable items to be left in shared spaces. Some even charge fines for improper disposal or ask residents to arrange for safe removal services like Junk Value.

Why Professional Disposal Makes Sense

Fish tanks are:

Awkward to carry (especially when full or previously sealed)
Prone to cracking or shattering
Often heavy, especially when reinforced with thick glass

Attempting to dump or move one without proper equipment can lead to injury or damage to property. The same applies to other fragile, heavy items like fridges, washing machines, and hospital beds.

How Junk Value Can Help

We offer:

Safe, on-site dismantling of large or fragile tanks
Licensed disposal with proper recycling of glass and plastic components
Same-day or scheduled pickups across Singapore
Condo- and HDB-friendly removal service

Our team is trained to remove bulky or delicate items from tight corridors, lifts, or staircases without damaging your home or common property. We also specialise in removing built-in furniture, massage chairs, and even pianos.

What to Prepare Before Disposal

To speed things up: