Demolition Services

Hacking refers specifically to breaking or chipping away at hard surfaces - tiles, concrete, or brickwork - using handheld tools or power equipment. Demolition is the broader term covering the removal of entire structures or interior elements. In Singapore's renovation industry, the two terms are often used together, and most projects involve both.

Hacking works in renovation refers to the removal of existing floor tiles, wall tiles, concrete surfaces, or structural elements like walls and partitions before new finishes or structures are installed. It's the first stage of any renovation that involves a change to the existing interior layout or finishes, and it needs to be completed before flooring, tiling, or carpentry work can begin.

Non-structural walls, partition walls, false ceilings, floor and wall tiles, kitchen and bathroom fittings, and built-in cabinets can typically be removed. Structural walls, beams, and columns require engineering assessment and cannot be hacked without proper approval. Our team identifies which elements are safe to remove during the site inspection before work begins.

For HDB flats, an HDB renovation permit is required before hacking any wall or carrying out major demolition works. Condominiums may have additional MCST requirements, including written approval and defined working hours. We advise you on permit requirements based on your property type before work starts, and we can support the application process where needed.

Timeline depends on the scope of work and the property size. A bathroom hack typically takes one to two days. A full HDB flat interior strip-out may take three to five days. Commercial and office spaces vary based on fit-out complexity. We provide a realistic timeline in our quote so your renovation schedule can be planned around it.

We handle all renovation debris disposal and hacking and disposal services as part of our service. Debris is bagged, removed from the unit, and disposed of through licensed waste disposal channels. We don't leave debris in common areas or corridors. Post-demolition site cleaning is included before we hand over the site.

Cost depends on the type of work, the materials being removed, the size of the area, and site conditions such as access and working hour restrictions. Simple tile hacking in a bathroom costs significantly less than a full commercial interior strip-out. We provide itemised quotes after a site inspection so you understand exactly what you're paying for.

We use vacuum-attached tools where possible, set up dust sheeting around the work area, and work in a controlled sequence to reduce airborne dust. Noise is managed by using the appropriate tool for each task - heavier equipment only where necessary. We also respect building management requirements on working hours to limit disturbance to neighbours.

Professional demolition contractors in Singapore understand building structures, permit requirements, and the risks involved in hacking near electrical conduits and plumbing pipes. A non-professional approach risks damaging structural elements, cutting live wires, puncturing water pipes, or creating cracks in adjacent surfaces - all of which cost significantly more to repair than the hacking itself.