RENOVATION SERVICE

HDB Renovation Singapore

Coordinate practical home improvements around your flat layout, renovation scope and applicable HDB requirements.

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Residential & Commercial

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Site Assessment

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Clear Scope

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Coordinated Works

HDB Renovation service overview

SERVICE OVERVIEW

Service Overview

An HDB renovation may involve several rooms and trades, so the value of a clear scope is especially important. Instead of treating carpentry, finishes, lighting, plumbing and flooring as disconnected tasks, the project should be planned around the flat’s existing condition, household priorities and the order in which work needs to happen. We structure the renovation by area, identify connected works early and keep the scope transparent. Proposed work must also be checked against applicable HDB requirements before site execution.

SCOPE

What This Service Can Cover

The final scope is confirmed after reviewing the property, existing conditions and the work required.

Living & Dining Areas

Coordinate flooring, paint, lighting, feature elements and storage around daily use.

Kitchen

Plan cabinetry, worktops, appliances and service interfaces as one functional zone.

Bathrooms

Coordinate wet-area finishes, fixtures and relevant plumbing/electrical interfaces.

Bedrooms

Plan wardrobes, finishes, lighting and practical storage according to room use.

Carpentry & Storage

Develop built-ins around real dimensions, access and household storage needs.

Multi-Trade Coordination

Sequence connected renovation activities so later works do not unnecessarily disturb completed areas.

TRANSFORMATION

Before & After

See how the same HDB interior can be refreshed through coordinated finishes, storage, lighting and room improvements.

Before HDB Renovation
After HDB Renovation
HDB Renovation material and detail planning

OPTIONS & FINISHES

HDB Areas We Can Renovate

Living & Dining

Finishes, lighting, flooring and selected built-ins can be planned as a consistent shared space.

Kitchen

Storage, work surfaces and service interfaces can be coordinated around the existing footprint.

Bathrooms

Wet-area work should be scoped carefully around HDB requirements and regulated plumbing/electrical work where applicable.

Bedrooms

Wardrobes, painting, flooring and lighting can be tailored to each room’s use.

Entry & Storage

Shoe storage, compact cabinetry and practical arrival-zone details can improve daily organisation.

Whole-Flat Coordination

For larger scopes, establish the work sequence, protection plan and trade dependencies before work begins.

PROPERTY TYPES

Designed for Different Property Types

New/Recently Completed HDB

Define the intended additions and finishes without assuming existing elements must be removed.

Resale HDB

Inspect age, existing renovations and visible conditions before deciding what can be retained.

Occupied HDB

Plan access, protection, dust/noise management and usable areas around the household where practical.

PLANNING

What We Check Before Work Begins

  • Flat type, floor plan and existing renovation condition
  • HDB renovation rules and permit requirements for the proposed work
  • Elements to retain versus replace
  • Room-by-room priorities and budget scope
  • Electrical, plumbing and other regulated work interfaces
  • Material lead times and access
  • Protection of common and occupied areas
  • Sequence between hacking/removal, services, wet works, carpentry and finishes

Final checks depend on the property, proposed work and information available during assessment. Relevant requirements are confirmed before work starts.

QUOTATION

What Affects the Scope & Quotation

A clear quotation starts with the actual site and an agreed scope. Key factors can include:

  • Number of rooms and renovation zones
  • Existing condition and removal work
  • Carpentry quantity and complexity
  • Wet works and tiling
  • Electrical/plumbing coordination
  • Material and finish selections
  • Access, protection and disposal requirements
  • Approvals and specialist involvement where applicable

PROCESS

Our Process

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Enquiry

Share the property type, photos and intended result.

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Site Assessment

Review the actual condition, dimensions, access and connected work.

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Quotation

Define the agreed scope, assumptions, exclusions and selections.

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Planning

Confirm sequence, materials, access and specialist requirements.

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Work

Execute the confirmed work in the planned order with appropriate site protection.

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Inspection & Handover

Review the completed agreed scope and close out outstanding items.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do all HDB renovation works require a permit?

No. Requirements depend on the work. HDB states that certain renovation works require prior written approval, while other works still have to comply with applicable renovation guidelines.

Can any contractor renovate an HDB flat?

HDB requires flat owners to engage contractors listed in its Directory of Renovation Contractors for HDB flat renovation work.

Can walls be hacked or removed?

HDB states that demolition or hacking of walls requires prior written approval. The proposed work should be checked before any such work starts.

Can electrical and plumbing work be included?

They can be coordinated within the renovation. Electrical work should be handled or supervised by an EMA Licensed Electrical Worker, and regulated plumbing work requires a PUB Licensed Plumber.

Can I renovate only selected rooms?

Yes. A focused scope can cover selected rooms or work categories, subject to the site condition and applicable requirements.

What helps you prepare the scope?

The HDB floor plan, current photos, a list of rooms to renovate, items to retain and preferred finishes are useful starting information.

NEXT STEP

Planning an HDB Renovation?

Share your flat type, floor plan if available, current-condition photos and the rooms or work categories you want to improve. The next step is to define a compliant, coordinated scope before quotation.