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115 ASK MYNICEHOME: HOW SHOULD I PLAN FOR MY HDB RENOVATION? Types of work that require a licensed worker or contractor by HDB www.mynicehome.gov.sg Water services and sanitary works Plumber licensed by the Public Utilities Board (PUB) Gas service worker licensed by the Energy Market Authority (EMA) Window contractor approved by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) and listed with HDB Electrical worker licensed by the Energy Market Authority (EMA) Gas service works Window works Electrical works A Guide to Renovating Your HDB Flat Getting ready to renovate your flat? Get familiar with the steps involved to enjoy a smooth renovation process. All ready to renovate your flat? Before you get started, familiarise yourself with these steps to enjoy a smooth and hassle-free process. Here are the top 8 things that you need to know! 1. Engage a Contractor listed in the Directory of Renovation Contractors When engaging a renovation contractor, it is important to engage only those listed in the Directory of Renovation Contractors. This also applies to renovations which do not require HDB’s prior approval. The Directory of Renovation Contractors lists contractors who are familiar with HDB’s renovation rules and requirements which are in place to protect the structural integrity of the building. You can view the Directory of Renovation Contractors on HDB InfoWEB, or via the Mobile@HDB app. That said, HDB does not endorse or guarantee the quality of the renovations. The contractors will be fully responsible for the contractual responsibilities towards you, their client, including workmanship. 2. Submit a Renovation Application You and your renovation contractor must obtain HDB’s prior approval before starting any demolishing and/ or hacking of walls, whether partially or fully. This mandatory requirement protects residents’ safety, as unauthorised demolishing and/ or hacking of walls may affect the structural integrity of the building. For renovations works that require HDB’s prior approval, ensure that your renovation contractor submits an online renovation application to HDB together with the acknowledgement form signed by you, the flat owner, before commencing work. You will receive a Short Message Service (SMS) notification upon the submission of the renovation application by your renovation contractor. To view the status of your renovation permit application, log in to My HDBPage (My Flat > Purchased Flat > Renovation) on HDB InfoWEB. Learn more about HDB renovation permits, guidelines and important information for w rks that can be done in your flat on the HDB InfoWEB. 3. Contact Other Agencies on Related Works During the renovation process, you will most likely require other services such as air-conditioner installation. If you plan to mount your air- conditioner on the exterior of your flat, or if any part of the air- conditioner will project from your flat, you must engage a BCA-trained air-conditioner installer. Once the air conditioning unit has been installed, you will also need to email the installation report to the HDB Branch managing your flat. Check out the list of other works below to find out if a licensed worker/ contractor is required: Types of work that require a licensed worker or contractor