Broken TV Resale in Singapore: Common Myths vs Reality

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If you’ve got a broken or spoilt TV at home, chances are someone has said this to you:

“Still can sell one lah.”

Let’s be real. In Singapore’s resale market, a broken TV almost never has resale value—and believing otherwise often wastes time, space, and money.

Here’s the truth about broken TV resale, the common myths, and what you should do instead.

Spoilt TV For Sale. Buyers anyone?

Myth 1: “Someone Will Buy It for Parts”

Reality: This was maybe true 10–15 years ago. Today, it’s extremely rare.

Modern TVs:

• Have integrated panels

• Use model-specific components

• Are cheaper to replace than repair

Most technicians don’t buy broken TVs for parts because:

• Panels are fragile and costly

• Internal boards vary by model

• Labour costs exceed the TV’s value

In short: Parts buyers are almost non-existent for spoilt TVs.

Myth 2: “Repair It First, Then Sell”

Reality: Repairing a TV in Singapore is usually more expensive than buying a used one.

Typical repair costs:

• Screen issues: ❌ Not worth fixing

• Power board / motherboard: $150–$400

• Labour + diagnosis: $80–$120

Even after repair, buyers will ask:

• “Got warranty?”

• “Why spoil before?”

• “Any dead pixels?”

Most will still negotiate the price down to peanuts.

Myth 3: “Put Online, No Harm Trying”

Reality: Listing a broken TV often leads to:

• Zero replies

• Time-wasting chats

• Buyers ghosting after asking

“what’s the lowest?”

Meanwhile, the TV:

• Takes up space

• Collects dust

• Becomes harder to move later

For HDB flats and condos, space is money.

Myth 4: “Scrap Dealer Will Pay Me”

Reality: Most scrap dealers do not buy broken TVs.

Why?

• Low metal value

• High disposal cost

• Screens require proper e-waste handling

At best, you might be offered $0. At worst, you’re asked to pay to get it taken away.

The Reality: Broken TVs Have Disposal Value, Not Resale Value

In Singapore, a spoilt TV is:

• ❌ Not a resale item

• ❌ Not a donation item

• ❌ Not worth repairing (most cases)

But it does have a proper disposal path.

The Smart Option: Proper TV Disposal & E-Waste Recycling

Instead of chasing buyers who don’t exist, the practical choice is to:

• Dispose of the TV responsibly

• Clear space immediately

• Avoid illegal dumping fines

• Ensure safe e-waste recycling

This is where professional bulky item removal makes sense.

How Junk Value Helps

At Junk Value Recycling, we handle broken TV disposal the right way:

Whether it’s:

• A cracked screen

• TV won’t power on

• Old plasma or LED TV

• Multiple electronics to clear

We remove it quickly and legally.

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📍 Serving HDBs, condos & landed homes islandwide

Final Word: Don’t Let Myths Cost You Time

A broken TV isn’t an “asset waiting for the right buyer.”It’s clutter waiting for the right decision.

Skip the myths. Clear it properly. Move on faster.