Your hacking date is booked. The crew is coming in days. But before the jackhammers start, a little preparation goes a long way in protecting your home, your belongings, and your renovation timeline.
1. Clear the Work Area
Remove all furniture, appliances, and personal items from the rooms being hacked. Anything too heavy to move should be pushed to the far end of the unit and covered with thick plastic sheeting. Dust travels — even to rooms that aren't being worked on.
2. Protect What Stays
Wrap built-in cabinets, aircon units, and fixtures with plastic film. Tape off door frames and window tracks. If you're staying in the unit during works, seal off adjoining rooms with plastic curtains to stop dust spreading.
3. Inform Your Neighbours
HDB and condo rules require courtesy notices. Drop a note to your immediate neighbours — tell them the dates, the working hours (9am to 5pm, weekdays only), and provide a contact number. A heads-up prevents complaints and keeps the peace.
4. Check Your Permits
Make sure your HDB Renovation Permit is approved before any work starts. Your contractor should handle this, but always ask to see the approval. Hacking without a permit can result in stop-work orders and fines.
Ready to Start?
A well-prepared site means faster, cleaner hacking and a smoother handover to your renovation team. Send us your floor plan or photos on WhatsApp for a transparent, itemised demolition quote — usually within 24 hours.
