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Do you think renovating a new home costs less than a resale home? Or is it the other way around? People looking to get homes of their own inevitably have to go through this phase of comparison. Renovating a house is not an easy task. It takes a whole lot of time, effort, and money. Which items do you want to keep if you’re moving into a second-hand flat? How much would flooring cost if you want it done over? Luckily for you, we’ve done all the researching and comparing. Simply refer to the two tables below for a list of relevant information. Do keep in mind that there are several optional components and that everything varies according to the needs and wants of each individual.
Table 1: Main differences between BTO and resale flats
New BTO Resale | |
- Unfurnished *Can have the following items pre-installed before official move-in: - Sanitary fittings and internal doors (not available separately) - Floor finishes for the bedrooms and living rooms - A kitchen partition wall - Other elderly fittings (buyers who opt for this must also opt for floor finishes) | - Might have a few furnishings depending on negotiation with previous homeowner(s). This also heavily depends on the novelty of the furnishings. |
- No existing floorings, cabinets, etc. - Save on hacking costs - Blank canvas to create ideal living space | - Possible to select an apartment in good condition to save time, money & effort - If you want a new design/do-over, spend more on hacking |
- New home, no repair works to worry about | - Old homes often come with defects such as pipe leakages, ceiling cracks, etc. |
- Have to do basic electrical wiring to ensure there are enough electrical sockets, etc. | - Advised to change electrical wiring every 20 years |
- Replacement of full height windows (including 3/4 height and bay windows) is strictly not allowed - Save on window works | - Old or damaged windows have to be replaced |
*Only available for 3-room, 4-room, 5-room, 3Gen, 99-year lease 2-room Flexi, and Short-lease 2-room Flexi flats. Cost of chosen components will be added to purchase price of flat.
Table 2: Possible areas to be renovated and relevant costs
ComponentsSpecificsCost (Estimated) | ||
Living Room | Design, fabricate & install TV console | $1,000 ~ $1,600 |
Design, fabricate & install wall structure at TV area | $1,000 ~ $1,500 | |
Bathroom | Construct door kerb, overlay “non-slip” floor, etc. | $2,000 ~ $3,000 |
Design, fabricate & install vanity cabinet | $400 ~ $500 | |
Supply & install quartz tabletop | $400 ~ $500 | |
Supply & install tempered glass shower screen with door | $500 ~ $600 | |
Kitchen | Repair damaged walls, apply wall plastering, etc. | $1,000 ~ $1,500 |
Design, fabricate & install fridge cabinet | $400 ~ $500 | |
Design, fabricate & install kitchen top cabinets | $1,000 ~ $1,200 | |
Design, fabricate & install kitchen bottom cabinets | $900 ~ $1,200 | |
Supply & install quartz tabletop | $1,000 ~ $1,300 | |
Bedroom | Design, fabricate & install wardrobe | $2,000 ~ $2,300 |
Design, fabricate & install bedside table/dresser | $700 ~ $800 | |
Design, fabricate & install headboard feature wall | $1,000 ~ $1,200 | |
Window Works | Fixed panel | $3,000 ~ $3,500 |
1 set of swing doors at entrance | $600 ~ $700 | |
Supply labour & material for aluminium sliding window | $600 ~ $700 | |
Apply coloured powder-coating for item above | $100 ~ $120 | |
Door Works | Supply & install veneer door | $300 ~ $400 |
(Optional) Upgrade to solid door | $100 ~ $200 | |
Flooring Works | Supply & install heavy duty vinyl flooring with skirting at kitchen & service balcony | $800 ~ $900 |
Supply & install heavy duty vinyl flooring with skirting at foyer living room, dining room & corridor | $2,000 ~ $2,500 | |
Supply & install heavy duty vinyl flooring with skirting at bedroom | $800 ~ $1,400 | |
Carpentry Works | Design, fabricate & install shoe cabinet | $2,000 ~ $2,600 |
False Ceiling / Partition Works | Construct low-height gypsum board partition wall between living room & bedroom | $600 ~ $700 |
Design & construct plaster board false ceiling in master bedroom | $800 ~ $900 | |
Masonry Works | Foyer, living room, dining room & corridor | $300 ~ $400 |
Plumbing Works | Kitchen (dismantle & install) | $100 ~ $150 |
Common bathroom (dismantle & install) | $400 ~ $500 | |
Master bathroom (dismantle & install) | $300 ~ $350 | |
Miscellaneous / General Services | Supply labour & materials to paint whole unit’s wall & ceiling | $1,500 ~ $1,600 |
Supply labour & materials to paint exposed PVC sewage piping & door frames | $200 ~ $250 | |
Supply labour & materials to paint wall area in master bedroom | $500 ~ $600 | |
General cleaning upon completion (2 times) | $200 ~ $250 |
Are you curious about the progress of a certain BTO? Anxious to find out what yours looks like right now? You can try to locate yours in this list.
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