Practical help with HDB key collection, the HDB Building Service Centre (BSC) and the defects liability period (DLP) for HDB flats, condos and ECs. Learn how to report defects, what happens at the joint inspection and how to follow up on rectification.
After years of waiting, the letter finally comes: your BTO flat is ready. Key collection day goes quickly, and the month after it is busy. There’s paperwork at HDB Hub, utilities to set up, a defect inspection to arrange, and a renovation to plan. This… Read More »HDB & BTO Key Collection Checklist: What to Do Before, On and After the Day
If you’ve just collected the keys to a new HDB flat, the Building Service Centre, or BSC, will be your main contact for defects during the first year. This guide explains what the BSC does, how to submit defects, what happens at the joint inspection,… Read More »HDB Building Service Centre (BSC) Guide: Reporting Defects, Joint Inspection and Rectification
If you’ve just bought a new home in Singapore, you’ve probably heard “DLP” a dozen times: from HDB, your developer, your agent and your renovation contractor. The Defects Liability Period is your window to have defects fixed by whoever built your home, at their cost.… Read More »The Singapore Homeowner’s Guide to the Defects Liability Period (HDB vs Condo vs EC)
For new properties, the ideal window is right after key collection and before renovation begins. Homeowners in Singapore have a 1-year Defects Liability Period during which the developer or HDB must fix reported defects at no cost, starting from the point you take possession of… Read More »When Should You Inspect Your New Flat or Condo?
Moving into a newly completed home is exciting, but before you settle in, it is important to make sure the property is properly inspected. New homes can still have construction defects, finishing problems, water leaks, poor workmanship, or installation issues that may not be obvious… Read More »What to Prepare for a New Home Defect Inspection
When moving into a new home or preparing an older property for upgrades, one common question often arises: should inspection come before renovation repairs, or is it fine to proceed straight into fixing and upgrading? While it may seem efficient to jump directly into renovations,… Read More »Inspection First, Renovation Second: The Key to Better Home Upgrades
Receiving the keys to a new property is an exciting milestone for any homeowner. Whether it is a brand-new BTO flat, an HDB resale unit, or a private condominium, the inspection stage plays a crucial role in ensuring that everything is delivered according to expectations.… Read More »Costly Home Inspection Mistakes to Watch Out for During Handover