Enquire via HomeMatch for the Safest-Smartest Assurance:
HomeMatch is the Official Marketing Partner of CaseTrust and exclusively onboards CaseTrust-accredited renovators.
â3 Reasons why it is better to enquire via HomeMatch:
1. Additional Layer of Screening & Guarantees: We offer the Safest-Smartest Assurance, an additional layer of vetting that ensures all renovators have at least 4-star reviews on neutral platforms like Facebook and Google. We also individually screen each interior designer before onboarding them. If you choose to sign a contract with a renovator eligible for the Safest-Smartest Assurance, weâll help you in vetting the contract to ensure it aligns with consumer-friendly policies. You'll also be protected by guarantees such as 100% deposit protection, warranty, dispute resolution etc.
â2. Avoid Wasting Time : Our proprietary HomeMatcher tool (powered by 500+ data points as of Apr â24) identifies the most suitable matches based on your budget, aesthetics, lifestyle, working style, property type, renovation timeline, and more. With the largest database of individual renovator profiles, we donât just connect you to a firm â we match you with the right person within the firm for your project. This greatly increases your chances of finding the right renovator on the first try while saving you hours of wasted time meeting unsuitable ones.
â3. 1-1 Guidance: You will be paired up with one of our team members. Whether you're completely clueless or well-researched, we can advise and help you kickstart your search for the most suitable renovators. You can also expect follow-ups along the way to ensure your experience is good. We've done this for 10,000+ of Singaporeans(Apr'24) with their own unique sets of specific needs. We can do this for you too.
Our service is 100% free for homeowners. You wonât have to worry about additional mark-ups when engaging with renovators through our platform. Unlike most platforms, we do not take sales commissions. Instead, we charge renovators an upfront advertising fee, which may even be lower than their own advertising costs.This unique approach allows us to remain a neutral party that prioritises making recommendations that are truly in your best interest.
Costs vary based on the scope, design complexity, and materials used.
Here's a rough guide:
Use HomeMatch, Singaporeâs only dedicated landed renovation platform â where all firms are vetted for track record, licensing, and CaseTrust accreditation. Youâll be matched only with those experienced in landed property projects.
A&A (Addition & Alteration) modifies the existing structure while keeping most of it intact, whereas reconstruction or rebuilding involves demolishing and rebuilding significant portions of the house, often requiring a new Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP).
For full renovations, interior-only may take 3â6 months, A&A works around 8â12 months, and full rebuilds 12â18 months or longer, depending on design approval, site conditions, and contractor availability.
Underestimating regulatory lead time, hiring renovators without experience in landed properties, unclear cost breakdowns, and failing to engage a proper QP are among the most common pitfalls.
Plan your budget in stages: design, structural, M&E (mechanical & electrical), and finishes. Set aside at least 10â15% contingency for unforeseen site conditions or design changes.
Yes. Most landed renovation projects, especially A&A and rebuilds, require URA and BCA approvals. Youâll also need endorsement from a Qualified Person (QP), such as an architect or engineer.
For interior-only works, a QP may not be required. But for A&A or reconstruction involving structural changes, you must engage a registered architect or engineer to submit plans and supervise the project for regulatory compliance.
For light interior works, yes. But for A&A or structural changes, itâs safer to move out temporarily due to noise, dust, and safety restrictions during heavy construction.
HomeMatch makes it simple to search for CaseTrust-accredited renovator who have verified experience with A&A and interior renovations, which is clearly reflected in their portfolios â all of which you can browse on HomeMatch.
As the Official Marketing Partner of CaseTrust, our listings are updated weekly to reflect the latest changes. However, please note that we only list firms that weâve personally screened and verified with portfolio evidence of experience in landed property renovations. For the full list of CaseTrust-accredited firms, visit our CaseTrust Interior Designers & Contractors List.
âOn our platform, you can compare CaseTrust renovators side by side â view their profiles, portfolios, and reviews all in one place.
Apply filters to quickly narrow down firms that fit your requirements e.g. budget, style, expertise required, location etc.â
âIf you enquire with an eligible CaseTrust interior firm via HomeMatch, youâll also enjoy the complimentary Safest-Smartest Assurance, which includes contract checks, 100% deposit protection, individual screening, and precision matching.
With renovation being one of the industries with the highest number of complaints, finding a reliable renovator for HDBs and condos is already challenging â and itâs even tougher for landed properties, where projects involve added technical complexities and permit requirements. Engaging an inexperienced renovator can easily lead to costly mistakes and unnecessary stress.
Thatâs why itâs not just about choosing the right company, but finding the right individual, someone with proven, hands-on experience in landed property renovations. The best way to use our listing is to simply click on the âRecommend Meâ Â button and let us do the work. Weâll identify the exact person within a CaseTrust-accredited firm who fits your needs, saving you from headaches, wasted time, and unnecessary expenses.
This level of matching accuracy is possible because: 1) We have the largest database of 1000+ individual renovator profiles, 2) Our proprietary HomeMatcher algorithm analyses more than 500+ data points(Apr â24).
Itâs impossible to condense this level of detail into a simple interface for homeowners to use themselves. Instead, HomeMatcher processes it all behind the scenes, delivering recommendations with pinpoint accuracy. That's why, instead of browsing, we often encourage homeowners to click on the âRecommend Meâ Â button instead.
