{"id":8824,"date":"2022-05-19T04:15:23","date_gmt":"2022-05-19T04:15:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coachingacademy.sg.sg\/?p=8824"},"modified":"2025-03-25T10:08:42","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T02:08:42","slug":"picking-a-resale-hdb-flat-for-future-renovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/zenitharc.com.sg\/picking-a-resale-hdb-flat-for-future-renovation\/","title":{"rendered":"Picking a Resale HDB Flat for Future Renovation"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"8824\" class=\"elementor elementor-8824\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1ec7cb2b elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1ec7cb2b\" data-element_type=\"section\" 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elementor-size-default\">Picking a Resale HDB Flat for Future Renovation<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38ea28c3 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-post-info\" data-id=\"38ea28c3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"post-info.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-inline-items elementor-icon-list-items elementor-post-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item elementor-repeater-item-8bc776e elementor-inline-item\" itemprop=\"about\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-book-open\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M542.22 32.05c-54.8 3.11-163.72 14.43-230.96 55.59-4.64 2.84-7.27 7.89-7.27 13.17v363.87c0 11.55 12.63 18.85 23.28 13.49 69.18-34.82 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class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4bc1d7c3 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4bc1d7c3\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1228efd2\" data-id=\"1228efd2\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-200b84a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"200b84a0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average waiting time for the completion of a BTO project can go up to five years. Also, due to the recent pandemic, many buyers of BTO flats faced additional waiting time, putting a stall on their process of moving into a new home. From site conditions to constraints, several factors can affect the waiting time of acquiring a BTO flat. Therefore, it comes as no surprise if one pivots to purchasing a property from the resale market. While the joy of getting your keys quickly remains unrivalled, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">house renovations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are another hurdle to overcome. To prevent your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB renovation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> costs from adding up quickly, there are a few things to look out for when picking out your next resale property.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><b>What can affect resale <\/b><b>HDB renovation<\/b><b> costs?<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a given that the money spent to achieve your ideal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB interior design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can affect the overall cost of your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">house renovation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> project. Compared to BTO <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">renovation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> resale flats tend to require the most work in terms of hacking, rewiring, and piping works. This means that resale <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB renovation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> costs can cost a tad bit more. Two of the main factors that can affect the renovation budget of your resale property can be summarised as follows:<\/span><\/p><h3><b>1. Extensive demolition works<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With HDB resale flats, one of the most common hurdles faced by new homeowners is having to work around the interior set-up of the previous owner. If the current interior scheme is not up to par with your personal tastes and preferences, everything will have to be redone from scratch. While a full rebuilding of the property is not necessary, everything will have to be torn down, only to be built back up again. Since demolition works alone can cost thousands of dollars, wise decisions must be made when choosing a property.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>2. Unexpected complications<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike brand new BTO flats where homeowners will have the Defects Feedback Form to cover costs of defects, there might be instances of unforeseen complications cropping up with a resale flat. Moreover, these are problems that the previous owner is no longer liable for once the property has been sold and handed over. As such, the new homeowner will have to bear the costs of rectifying these complications.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><b>5 Things to look out for when house-hunting<\/b><\/h2><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Naturally, resale properties tend to be older, and have more wear and tear. While these are unavoidable aspects if you have your heart set on the resale market, there is a list of things to look out for when choosing a HDB resale flat. Mainly assessing the liveability and condition of the property, these will ensure that you\u2019re getting what you paid for and won\u2019t be spending too much renovating the place just to make it habitable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>1. The age of the resale flat<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relatively new resale flats that have just reached their Minimum Occupancy Period (MOP) should remain in pretty good condition compared to older flats. This is especially so if the previous owner hired the services of a reliable <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">renovation company<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to upgrade their space. Older units, on the other hand, might have more wear and tear, leading to higher renovation costs due to the need to hack off existing works and dismantle components like piping. To avoid having to do extensive renovation work, a good rule of thumb is to look for units that are 10 to 15 years old.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>2. The size and the layout<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you have your eyes set on a unit, be sure to visit the actual space and get an actual feel of the apartment. This way, you will be able to better visualise how your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB interior design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will come to fruition. There might be water pipes, limited space, or even awkward corners and walls that pose additional challenges when you eventually hire an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB renovation contractor<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to revamp your home. Therefore, bring along a measuring tape and take photographs of the property to correctly determine if the size and the layout of the resale flat can cater to your interior and lifestyle needs and <\/span><a href=\"\/blog\/should-i-knock-down-the-walls-of-my-apartment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decide if you need the walls of your apartment knocked down<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>3. Review the lights and electrical sockets<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are planning to retain all the old lighting works, take the time to check if they are in good working condition. More often than not, older resale flats that weren\u2019t properly maintained can have major electrical problems. As a consequence of this, you will need to hire electricians to carry out electrical rewiring and replace all the lights \u2013 this can add up to the overall renovation cost. To help with the thorough checking, it is advisable to engage a building surveyor or a qualified person to check the cables, electrical sockets, and outlets, as well as if prior <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">renovation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> works comply with the requirements imposed by the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>4. Aircon insulation\u00a0<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Determine the cost difference of replacing an entire air-conditioning system and conducting small fixes to keep the existing system running. Air-conditioning units that were not maintained regularly might have worn-out insulation material or old piping that must be replaced. Also, check for their energy efficiency and quietness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>5. Bathroom, floor and wall condition<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, before you take possession of a resale flat, check the water pressure of all the taps and the toilets. Weak pressure indicates the need to refit water plumbing fittings or replace old fixtures. Look out for signs of water damage and seepages such as peeling paint, patches of discolouration or a musty smell. These are all tell-tale signs of a bigger underlying issue. If you smell a hint of fresh paint, there is a high chance that these problems are being concealed. While you\u2019re at it, inspect the walls and floors for any cracks, loose pieces, chips or other missing elements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Revamp your resale property with Zenith Arc<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting the keys to your HDB resale apartment is one of the most anticipated days for any home buyer. Once the HDB resale completion appointment goes smoothly, the next step is to commence the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">house renovation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> works so that you can officially begin making precious memories in your new abode. If you are looking to bring your ideal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB interior design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to life, consider working with <\/span><a href=\"\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zenith Arc<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Offering <\/span><a href=\"\/home-interior-design\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">interior design<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"\/home-renovation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB home renovation services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, our team of experienced designers and construction staff will execute your ideas to give your home an aesthetic look. Whether you are looking for an <\/span><a href=\"\/hdb-3-room-package\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB 3-room <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">renovation package<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or an <\/span><a href=\"\/hdb-5-room-package\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDB 5-room <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">renovation package<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Singapore<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we ensure quality services at affordable rates. <\/span><a href=\"\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get in touch with us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more about our interior design and renovation services today!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" 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