HDB Renovation Singapore
Complete HDB flat renovation for BTO, resale and executive units. Hacking, carpentry, tiling, electrical and painting — all handled in-house by our own licensed team.
Full HDB Renovation, One Contractor
Renovating an HDB flat means coordinating hacking, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, tiling and painting — often six or seven different trades. Most homeowners end up chasing several contractors, each blaming the other when something slips.
We do it differently. Every trade is handled by our own in-house team. One contract, one project manager, one number to call. If a tiler needs to finish before the carpenter starts, that's our problem to solve, not yours.
Since 2022 we've completed over 35 renovation projects across Singapore — BTO flats in Punggol and Tengah, resale units in Toa Payoh and Bedok, and executive flats island-wide.
What's Included in an HDB Renovation
| Trade | What We Do |
|---|---|
| Hacking & Demolition | Wall removal, floor tile hacking, bathroom strip-out, full debris disposal |
| Masonry & Tiling | Floor and wall tiling, levelling, skirting, kitchen and bathroom finishes |
| Carpentry | Built-in wardrobes, kitchen cabinets, TV consoles, feature walls, shoe cabinets |
| Electrical | Rewiring, DB box upgrade, new points, lighting and cove installation |
| Plumbing | Pipe relocation, sanitary ware installation, water heater fitting |
| Waterproofing | Bathroom and service yard membrane systems before tiling |
| Painting | Full interior repaint with premium paints, ceiling and cove included |
| Aircon | Supply and installation, trunking, drainage |
What Affects Your HDB Renovation Cost
Two 4-room flats can differ by tens of thousands of dollars. Knowing what actually drives the number helps you decide where to spend and where to save.
| Cost Driver | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Carpentry quantity | Almost always the largest single line. Every extra foot run of wardrobe or cabinet adds up quickly |
| Amount of hacking | A resale flat needing full floor and bathroom hacking costs far more than a BTO that needs none |
| Flat size | More floor area means more tiling, painting and electrical points |
| Bathroom scope | A full rebuild with new waterproofing costs several times a surface refresh |
| Material grade | Laminate, tile and countertop choices can swing the total substantially |
| Electrical scope | Older flats often need rewiring and a DB upgrade that newer ones don't |
| False ceiling & lighting | Cove lighting and bulkheads add both carpentry and electrical cost |
HDB Rules We Handle for You
HDB regulates what can and cannot be done inside a flat, and permits are required for most structural work. We handle the paperwork so you don't have to.
- Renovation permit — submitted before work begins
- Hacking restrictions — structural walls and beams cannot be touched; we advise what's possible at the survey stage
- Floor screed limits — HDB caps the thickness of new screed and tiles
- Bathroom waterproofing — mandatory before retiling a wet area
- Permitted working hours — noisy work is restricted, and we schedule around it
- Debris disposal — removed properly, not dumped at the common bin centre
BTO vs Resale: What Changes
BTO Flat Renovation
A new BTO already has floors, basic sanitary ware and a working kitchen. Most of your budget goes to carpentry, lighting, feature walls and painting. Timelines are shorter — typically 4 to 7 weeks.
Resale Flat Renovation
Older resale units usually need hacking, rewiring and full bathroom rebuilds before anything new goes in. Budget more, and expect 8 to 12 weeks. We always recommend a proper electrical check on flats over 20 years old.
How Long an HDB Renovation Takes
A typical 4-room full renovation runs 6 to 10 weeks. Rough sequence:
- Week 1–2 — Hacking, demolition, debris clearance
- Week 2–3 — Plumbing and electrical first fix, waterproofing
- Week 3–5 — Tiling and masonry
- Week 5–7 — Carpentry installation
- Week 7–8 — Painting, second fix electrical, aircon
- Week 8–10 — Final cleaning, snag list, handover
You get daily photo updates on WhatsApp throughout, so you always know what happened on site that day.
Why Homeowners Choose Us
- No sub-contractors — our own workers, so quality and scheduling stay under our control
- Itemised quotations — no vague "as discussed" lines, no surprise variation orders
- One project manager — a single contact from first call to key handover
- 1-year workmanship warranty — defects rectified free within the warranty period
- Daily photo updates — especially useful if you're working or staying overseas during works
HDB Renovation FAQ
How long does an HDB renovation take in Singapore?
A typical 4-room HDB renovation takes 6 to 10 weeks. A BTO needing only carpentry and painting can finish in 4 to 7 weeks, while an older resale flat requiring full hacking and rewiring may take 10 to 12 weeks. We provide a written schedule before work begins.
What does HDB renovation cost depend on?
The biggest drivers are the amount of carpentry, how much hacking is needed, flat size, bathroom scope and material grade. A resale flat needing full hacking and rewiring costs considerably more than a BTO that only needs carpentry and painting. We provide a fully itemised quotation after a free site visit, with every trade priced separately.
Do you handle HDB renovation permits?
Yes. We submit the HDB renovation permit and ensure all works comply with HDB guidelines, including hacking restrictions, floor screed thickness limits and mandatory bathroom waterproofing.
Can I hack any wall in my HDB flat?
No. Structural walls, beams and columns cannot be hacked under HDB rules. Non-structural partition walls generally can be removed with a permit. We assess exactly what is possible during the free site survey before quoting.
What is the difference between BTO and resale flat renovation?
A BTO already has flooring and basic fittings, so most of the budget goes to carpentry, lighting and painting, taking 4 to 7 weeks. A resale flat usually needs hacking, rewiring and bathroom rebuilds first, costing more and taking 8 to 12 weeks.
Do you provide a warranty on HDB renovation works?
Yes. All workmanship is covered by a 1-year warranty from the handover date. Any defects reported within this period are rectified at no additional charge.
Which parts of Singapore do you cover for HDB renovation?
We work island-wide, including Punggol, Sengkang, Tampines, Bedok, Toa Payoh, Yishun, Woodlands, Jurong, Clementi, Bukit Batok, Choa Chu Kang and the Central area.
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