What to decide before commissioning the work
A BTO flat and a resale flat can begin with very different retained finishes and condition uncertainties. List what is already supplied or serviceable in each property, then identify the repairs and replacements actually needed. The property label alone does not determine the work or its price.
Compare options against the same requirements
Use the same desired end result when comparing options: functional kitchen storage, bedroom capacity, lighting and the finishes you want. Then add the different preparation, removal and service work each property needs. This keeps the comparison focused on scope rather than making one option appear cheaper through omissions.
Your planning checklist
Bring a measured floor plan, photographs of the existing condition and a list of items you intend to retain. Use the checks below to make the consultation specific to your home.
- Inventory supplied or retained finishes for each flat
- Separate condition repairs from desired upgrades
- Use the same furniture and storage requirements
- Discuss access and handover dates for each property
What to ask for in the quotation
Ask for a written, itemised scope. An online guide is not a quotation: product selection, site condition and the measured work determine what can be proposed. Resolve assumptions before approving fabrication or installation.
- Comparable new-work quantities
- Property-specific removal and repair items
- Retained-service assumptions
- Clearly separated optional upgrades
Prepare your consultation brief
Select the points you still need to clarify. Nothing is submitted or stored.
Common questions
How should I prepare for a discussion about bto vs resale renovation?
Start with the actual property condition and your required outcome. In particular: inventory supplied or retained finishes for each flat; separate condition repairs from desired upgrades; use the same furniture and storage requirements; discuss access and handover dates for each property. Bring photographs and a floor plan so these points can be checked against the space.
Does this guide include a fixed price or approval for my home?
No. Prices require an agreed scope and site information. Where work needs assessment or approval, confirm the requirements with the appropriate authority, managing agent and appointed professional before it starts.
References and further checks
Confirm current requirements for your property. These references do not grant project approvals or certify this company.