{"id":12907,"date":"2018-02-12T11:39:00","date_gmt":"2018-02-12T03:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/?p=12907"},"modified":"2024-09-29T09:58:03","modified_gmt":"2024-09-29T01:58:03","slug":"7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/","title":{"rendered":"These 7 Unexpected Renovation Costs Could Catch You By Surprise"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p>Before starting your renovation, you&#8217;d typically have a rough budget in mind. However, if you&#8217;re not careful, that budget can easily skyrocket due to \u201cunforeseen\u201d renovation costs.<\/p>\n<p>One of the reasons is a lack of detailed planning in the project.\u00a0 Meanwhile, different contractors will charge you differently, so it&#8217;s easy to miss out important details if you don&#8217;t compare quotes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Sure, you can always take precautionary steps like <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/hire-the-right-renovation-contractor\/\">screening through a list of renovation contractors<\/a><\/span>\u00a0or even <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/20-rules-hiring-renovation-contractors-malaysia\/\">requesting multiple quotes from different contractors.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>But no matter how much microscopic research you think you\u2019ve done, it\u2019s best to set aside an extra budget from the initial cost to prevent yourself from getting stuck in a sticky situation.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why it\u2019s crucial to understand what you\u2019ll be dealing with when the contractor draws up a contract.<\/p>\n<p>To spare you from misunderstandings and disputes, we&#8217;ve highlighted 7 renovation costs that may come unexpectedly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-default\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#7d0031;border-radius:3px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#b02364;color:#ffffff;border-top-left-radius:1px;border-top-right-radius:1px\">Do you need a contractor that you can count on?<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:1px;border-bottom-right-radius:1px\">Recommend.my connects you with local, reliable, and professional contractors. Submit your renovation requirements now and get quotes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/service\/renovation-contractor?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=post&#038;utm_campaign=7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-of\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#b9226a;border-color:#941c55;border-radius:8px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Get Customized Quotes \"><span style=\"color:#ffffff;padding:0px 22px;font-size:17px;line-height:34px;border-color:#ce6597;border-radius:8px;text-shadow:1px 1px 3px #000000\"> Get Customized Quotes<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6abcfd2ab23bb\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6abcfd2ab23bb\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#1_Electrical_wiring_or_ducting\" >1. Electrical wiring or ducting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#2_Renovation_permit\" >2. Renovation permit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#3_Debris_cleaning\" >3. Debris cleaning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#4_Post-renovation_cleaning\" >4. Post-renovation cleaning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#5_Door_and_hardware_eg_hinges_handles_doorknobs\" >5. Door and hardware (e.g. hinges, handles, doorknobs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#6_Bathroom_accessories\" >6. Bathroom accessories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#7_Last-minute_changes\" >7. Last-minute changes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#Make_sure_you_get_a_detailed_quotation_from_your_contractor\" >Make sure you get a detailed quotation from your contractor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-off\/#Recommendmy_protects_your_renovation_projects\" >Recommend.my protects your renovation projects<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Electrical_wiring_or_ducting\"><\/span>1. Electrical wiring or ducting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Thanks to our increased usage of electrical appliances\/devices, having lots of plug points is a necessity in modern homes.<\/p>\n<p>For example, your living room alone will need plugs for the TV, modem, wireless router, gaming console, surround sound speakers, Blu-ray player, and cordless phone. That&#8217;s 7 plugs already!<\/p>\n<p>Adding plug points usually costs about <strong>RM80 per point<\/strong>. And it requires electrical works to extend the cables, not to mention the possibility of rewiring cables at the fuse box, which could add up and cost you a bomb.<\/p>\n<p>You also need to decide whether to conceal the wires inside the walls (which requires hacking), or boxing it up with simple PVC trunking (which may be unsightly).<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, always check with your contractor has included the electrical wiring charges.<\/p>\n<p>Also, while you may have included the cost of your aircon units in your budget, one aspect that you may overlook is the <strong>cost of concealing your aircon piping<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>When you install a new aircon, it will usually come with trunking to hide the piping. But, if you want to make sure the trunking does not mess up your interior design, you will need to hide the piping in an L-box or false ceiling.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12911\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12911\" style=\"width: 1140px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12911 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/0a6c7660-4736-44b3-9e2d-51807c46d5ab_pasted20image200.jpg\" alt=\"installing a l-box ceiling to conceal your wire is one of the hidden renovation costs\" width=\"1140\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/0a6c7660-4736-44b3-9e2d-51807c46d5ab_pasted20image200.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/0a6c7660-4736-44b3-9e2d-51807c46d5ab_pasted20image200-218x145.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/0a6c7660-4736-44b3-9e2d-51807c46d5ab_pasted20image200-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/0a6c7660-4736-44b3-9e2d-51807c46d5ab_pasted20image200-1000x667.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12911\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A false ceiling may be needed if you want to conceal your wiring. Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/m648dN\">Klaas interiors<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Renovation_permit\"><\/span>2. Renovation permit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Remember that different councils have different rules and guidelines. For example, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/how-far-can-you-extend-your-kitchen-in-a-terrace-house\/\">you may need a permit to extend your kitchen if you live within the jurisdiction of DBKL<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf we\u2019re strictly talking about renovating the interior of a landed property, then generally permits aren\u2019t needed,&#8221; says Andy, an interior designer\/contractor from <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recomn.com\/businesses\/inniva-design-construction-sdn-bhd-98590\">Inniva Design and Construction<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHowever, if you&#8217;re renovating your home to extend an area, then you do need to apply for a permit from your local council.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMeanwhile, condominiums are regulated by the community\u2019s management, so permits are required.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe prices of these are based on your project\u2019s sum.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/voyager8.blogspot.my\/2008\/12\/procedures-for-approval-for-house.html\">You can read this brief about the procedures for an extension or renovation approval<\/a> if you need to know more.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Debris_cleaning\"><\/span>3. Debris cleaning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12936\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12936\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12936 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_275750402.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_275750402.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_275750402-218x145.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_275750402-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_275750402-1000x667.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12936\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A RoRo (Roll-on, roll-off) bin costs around RM10 per day, and RM200 to empty it every time.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Renovation costs don\u2019t just include the cost of constructing, but also debris removal.<\/p>\n<p>Though it\u2019s mandatory for contractors to haul your debris and other garbage, be cautious of how much they are charging you for it to avoid overcharging because according to Andy,\u00a0 the cost for debris removal is usually between <strong>RM120-RM500<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Also, if you have an open drain in front of your home, it\u2019s important to ensure that the debris is removed to prevent the clogging of your drain.<\/p>\n<p>All renovation contracts should also include the cost of renting a construction waste bin (known as\u00a0Roll-on, roll-off or RoRo) during the renovation. They cost around RM10 per day, and RM200 to empty it every time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Post-renovation_cleaning\"><\/span>4. Post-renovation cleaning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12948\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_217334614.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_217334614.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_217334614-218x145.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_217334614-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>After renovation, your house will be swarming with dust and dirt. So it\u2019s vital that you allocate a small chunk of your budget for a post-renovation cleaning.<\/p>\n<p>While there are many contractors who will include post-renovation cleaning in their quotes, some might not. Therefore, you may need to hire post-renovation cleaners yourself.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/10-things-overlook-renovation-planning\/?hlid=4a9H1v\">Post-renovation cleaners specialise in cleaning your home after heavy renovation works<\/a><\/span>, and they also have special types of equipment for hard-to-remove stains.<\/p>\n<p>If you need such cleaning service packages, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/service\/post-renovation-cleaning?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=7-hidden-renovation-costs-that-you-should-be-aware-of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fill in this request form<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and a qualified post-renovation cleaner will be in touch.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Door_and_hardware_eg_hinges_handles_doorknobs\"><\/span>5. Door and hardware (e.g. hinges, handles, doorknobs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12923\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12923\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12923 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_553290139.jpg\" alt=\"hidden renovation costs bathroom accessories\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_553290139.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_553290139-218x145.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_553290139-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/shutterstock_553290139-1000x667.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12923\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Doorknobs and handles may add up to cost you more.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can always specify which door type that you want (such as plywood door or Formica door).<\/p>\n<p>But unless it\u2019s stated otherwise, don\u2019t be surprised if your contractor ends up charging you everything from doorknobs and handles to more intricate details like door latches, locks, and even door paint.<\/p>\n<p>However, Andy says that it\u2019s difficult to quote every nook and cranny because customers have different wants and needs in mind.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere are dozens and dozens of door accessories, so much so that it\u2019s difficult to include everything in a quote pinpointing what every customer wants.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor instance, customer A might assume that doorknobs come included with the installation of doors. Customer B, on the other hand, might assume that they\u2019re not only paying for a door with a doorknob, but it also comes bundled with a door stopper.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn addition to a doorknob and door stopper, customer C may assume that a door closer is included when they\u2019re quoting the price of a door.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSo most quotations\u00a0will have the price for the <strong>type of door, model as well as all the accessories<\/strong> that come included.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Bathroom_accessories\"><\/span>6. Bathroom accessories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, your contractor will be happy to install bathroom accessories at no additional charges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, more complex bathroom fittings, like rain showers or futuristic water jets that shoot out from the walls may require extra plumbing work. So make sure your renovator is aware of any special fittings, otherwise, they will go with the defaults.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your contractor can also offer to supply all the bathroom accessories for you. They will typically earn a small commission for this service, but this will add to your final bill.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12919\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12919\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12919 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/decorations-bathroom-enchanting-grey-bathroom-decors-with-wall-mounted-square-rain-shower-in-chrome-also-wall-panels-in-modern-bathroom-ideas-showy-rain-shower-assorted-types-styles-and-designs.jpg\" alt=\"hidden renovation costs bathroom accessories\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/decorations-bathroom-enchanting-grey-bathroom-decors-with-wall-mounted-square-rain-shower-in-chrome-also-wall-panels-in-modern-bathroom-ideas-showy-rain-shower-assorted-types-styles-and-designs.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/decorations-bathroom-enchanting-grey-bathroom-decors-with-wall-mounted-square-rain-shower-in-chrome-also-wall-panels-in-modern-bathroom-ideas-showy-rain-shower-assorted-types-styles-and-designs-218x123.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/decorations-bathroom-enchanting-grey-bathroom-decors-with-wall-mounted-square-rain-shower-in-chrome-also-wall-panels-in-modern-bathroom-ideas-showy-rain-shower-assorted-types-styles-and-designs-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/decorations-bathroom-enchanting-grey-bathroom-decors-with-wall-mounted-square-rain-shower-in-chrome-also-wall-panels-in-modern-bathroom-ideas-showy-rain-shower-assorted-types-styles-and-designs-1000x563.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12919\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A rain shower head might make your shower more pleasant, but it&#8217;s also a luxurious alternative. <a href=\"http:\/\/hashook.com\/showy-rain-shower-assorted-types-styles-designs\/enchanting-grey-bathroom-decors-with-wall-mounted-square-rain-shower-in-chrome-also-wall-panels-in-modern-bathroom-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Last-minute_changes\"><\/span>7. Last-minute changes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12912\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12912\" style=\"width: 1013px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12912 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/extra_large_Modern_Kitchen__Meridian_Interior_Design_1.1.jpg\" alt=\"last minute changes on custom made cabinets are part of hidden renovation costs\" width=\"1013\" height=\"760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/extra_large_Modern_Kitchen__Meridian_Interior_Design_1.1.jpg 1013w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/extra_large_Modern_Kitchen__Meridian_Interior_Design_1.1-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/extra_large_Modern_Kitchen__Meridian_Interior_Design_1.1-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/extra_large_Modern_Kitchen__Meridian_Interior_Design_1.1-1000x750.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1013px) 100vw, 1013px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12912\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Making drastic changes to your customised cabinets will cost you more. Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/businesses\/meridian-inspiration-sdn-bhd-83489\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meridian Inspiration<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We\u2019re all guilty of making impulsive changes to our original plan, but constant drastic changes, or more severely \u2013 last-minute changes \u2013 will greatly impact your renovation and designing costs, especially when the work is already deep in progress.<\/p>\n<p>One such example is making a huge U-turn on the specifications and aesthetics of your built-in cabinets. As these are tailored-made according to the design and instructions, a sudden change of plan will mean that the cost of rebuilding the latest design will add up to your final bill.<\/p>\n<p>Sticking to your original plan is one way of ensuring that your <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recommend.my\/blog\/home-renovation-dos-donts\/\">renovation doesn\u2019t go over budget<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_sure_you_get_a_detailed_quotation_from_your_contractor\"><\/span>Make sure you get a detailed quotation from your contractor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To prevent yourself from hidden renovation costs in your quote, it\u2019s vital that everything is jotted down in black and white as a reliable contractor will justify the price while also providing you with a detailed quote, according to Adam Yap from <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recomn.com\/businesses\/rekabina-potensi\">Rekabina Potensi<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cProviding customers with a detailed quotation is part of the job of every contractor.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Personally, I value transparency and honest communication. So I always provide detailed quotations to my customers, everything from the floor plan and type of material to pretty much everything else. This also helps to justify their money.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Still, it\u2019s recommended that everything is as clear as possible, including the types of floor tiles as well as the dimension.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommendmy_protects_your_renovation_projects\"><\/span>Recommend.my protects your renovation projects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Our highly reputable contractors will help ease you from going through the many headaches and disputes. 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