Beware of These 3 Hidden Renovation Costs in Singapore
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Managing renovation costs in Singapore can be tricky.
Some renovation costs are hidden intentionally while others aren’t. Nevertheless, it is wiser to be in the know and anticipate unpleasant surprises.
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3 Types of Hidden Renovation Costs
1. 😈 Intentional Exclusions
Bad actors may deliberately exclude items from quotation to make the overall renovation costs look attractive and trick you into signing.
Types of Hidden Cost in Singapore
Examples of intentional exclusion in renovation
Intentional Exclusions
Necessary charges for transporting materials and debris haulage.
Hacking permit cost when hacking work is required.
Mandatory waterproofing costs for wet areas like bathroom or kitchen.
Compulsory post-renovation cleaning services.
Quoting a low initial price for tiling and flooring work without specifying details e.g. elaborate tile layout like herringbone will require higher labour costs.
