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According to Qanvast, a home renovation project can cost between S$32,000 to S$52,100<\/a> for a new 3 to 5-room HDB flat in Singapore. That\u2019s a hefty sum to set aside for your home improvement. Before you balk at the figure, there are smart ways to reduce the costs. Below are 6 renovation hacks to save money so that you can organise your finances better.<\/p>\n

Prepare a Budget and Stick to It!<\/h2>\n

Before starting the renovation project, prepare a budget. It is Finance 101 for any large investment you\u2019re about to make.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to add in potential hidden renovation costs<\/a> that may derail your finances. You don\u2019t want to get a jolt out of the blue when you tally up the bills.<\/p>\n

Once you have the numbers, keep a tight budget, and stick to it.<\/p>\n

Keep the Main Structure of the Home<\/h2>\n

\"Contractor<\/p>\n

Do you like a certain home layout but your home structure doesn\u2019t allow it? Hold your horses before you get too adventurous. We suggest planning your renovation around the main structure of the home, especially when renovating your toilet<\/a> and kitchen.<\/p>\n

When you hack off walls or change the position of your plumbing system, you\u2019re essentially disrupting the entire structure. This may require electrical rewiring, rebuilding a new beam, rerouting the piping system, etc.<\/p>\n

In essence, the more complex the alteration is, the more costly it is.<\/p>\n

Time Your Big Purchases During Sales<\/h2>\n

\"E-commerce,<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a bargain hunter, you\u2019ll need a strategy when planning your purchases. Year-end sales such as 11.11<\/a> and 12.12 events are opportunities to score loads of amazing deals.<\/p>\n

List down all the big-ticket items and check their regular prices. With more businesses getting on board the e-commerce route, it is easy to make price comparisons with a single click.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re buying online, add them to your shopping cart first. The moment you see a discount, it\u2019s time to make your purchases. Online shopping platforms such as Lazada and Shopee offer discounts and free shipping codes, adding more bang to your buck!<\/p>\n

Know When to DIY and When to Hire a Professional<\/h2>\n

Are there any renovation tasks where you can easily do-it-yourself<\/a>? Before you go all gung-ho with saving money, do note that there are tasks that are better left to the professionals<\/a>. This will prevent you from making any renovation faux pax, and thus, saving you money in the long run.<\/p>\n

Do you need to hire an interior designer? Interior designing services are a luxury for many homeowners. Before you spend that money, consider the pros and cons of hiring an interior designer<\/a>.<\/p>\n

When it comes to hiring professionals such as an interior designer and renovation contractor<\/a>, you\u2019ll need to consider their experience, customer feedback, and pricing.<\/p>\n

Reuse Materials and Sell What You Don\u2019t Need<\/h2>\n

\"Wooden<\/p>\n

This is especially for homeowners who are looking to remodel their existing homes. It is easy to just discard everything and start afresh. But think about all the money you can save if you can salvage items that can be reused and items that can be sold.<\/p>\n

Go through all your items and label them with sticky notes. You can apply some of the Konmari<\/a> techniques to this activity before the renovation project starts.<\/p>\n

Categorise them with these 4 labels:<\/p>\n