Hospital Bed Disposal in Singapore: How to Do It Right
- Junk Value
- Aug 29
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 28
In Singapore, more families are bringing hospital beds into their homes to care for elderly parents, loved ones with mobility issues, or patients recovering from surgery. These beds offer comfort, safety, and essential support — but once they are no longer needed, the question becomes:
Hospital Bed & Regular Bed Disposal Differences
Disposing of a standard bed frame or mattress can usually be done through Town Council bulky item collection or simple private disposal services. Hospital bed disposals, however, comes with additional challenges:
Hospital beds are built for stability, often made of solid metal frames. They can weigh two to three times more than a standard bed, making them impossible to move without proper manpower and equipment.
Mechanical and Electrical Components
Many hospital beds are electric or semi-electric, equipped with motors, wiring, hydraulic systems, and adjustable mechanisms. These need special handling and often fall under e-waste regulations in Singapore
Hospital beds usually come into households during periods of need, but they don’t stay forever. Some of the most common scenarios we see include:
Recovery – The patient has recovered and no longer requires specialised support.
Upgrading or Moving – When families move to a new home or renovate, they often need to clear out bulky items like hospital beds.
Bed Malfunction – With repeated use, electrical components or mechanical parts may fail, making the bed unsafe or unusable.
End of Life Situations – After the passing of a loved one, families may wish to remove the bed quickly to restore the living space and move forward.
Some families attempt DIY hospital bed removal — but this usually ends in frustration or injury. Here’s why engaging a professional like Junk Value is the better choice:
Safe Removal – Our trained team handles dismantling, lifting and transporting hospital beds without damaging your property or causing injuries.
Proper Recycling – We comply with NEA’s regulations and ensure electrical components are responsibly processed as e-waste.
Time-Saving – Same-day or next-day disposal is available, which is crucial when you are moving house or preparing for handover.
Peace of Mind – You won’t have to worry about legal or environmental breaches, hidden costs, or logistical headaches.
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