Sample PRDT AI Renovation Check Report

This sample homeowner is planning a partial-to-major renovation for a 4-room HDB resale unit, with focus on practical storage, modern luxury finishes and better lighting. The stated budget range is $40,000–$60,000, so scope prioritisation will be important.

Based on the sample scope, this budget range may be workable if the renovation focuses on key carpentry, lighting, painting and selected feature areas. However, if hacking, major wet works, extensive flooring replacement or premium materials are added, the final cost may increase. A detailed site discussion is still required before confirming pricing.

Must-have

• •Kitchen storage planning
• •Essential electrical and lighting points
• •Painting and basic repair works
• •Practical wardrobe and storage carpentry

Nice-to-have

• •Feature TV wall
• •Fluted panels
• •Cove lighting
• •Premium laminates or quartz upgrades

Review carefully

• •Hacking works
• •Flooring replacement
• •Plumbing changes
• •Custom carpentry internal accessories

Homeowners often compare quotations based only on major items, but smaller details can affect the final cost. Items to review include electrical points, lighting supply, haulage, protection works, painting, door works, glass or aluminium works, countertop material, soft-closing hardware, internal carpentry fittings, sanitary fittings and post-renovation cleaning.

A partial-to-major HDB resale renovation may require several weeks depending on scope, site condition, material selection, permit requirements and carpentry schedule. Works involving hacking, wet works, custom carpentry or approval requirements may take longer.

For a modern luxury direction, consider a warm neutral colour palette, marble-look laminates, fluted panels, concealed lighting, clean storage lines and practical feature areas that do not overcomplicate maintenance.

• •Scope may be too broad if too many premium upgrades are added
• •Some quotation items may be excluded or described too generally
• •Hacking or plumbing changes may require approval
• •Material upgrades can increase the budget quickly
• •Timeline may depend on site readiness and custom carpentry production

PRDT recommends a consultation to refine the scope, check site constraints, confirm must-have items and prepare a more accurate quotation. This helps reduce missing items, hidden cost and budget surprises later.