{"id":41483,"date":"2021-07-13T10:00:55","date_gmt":"2021-07-13T02:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/?p=41483"},"modified":"2022-06-13T17:27:26","modified_gmt":"2022-06-13T09:27:26","slug":"guide-to-inspecting-your-new-hdb-flat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/guide-to-inspecting-your-new-hdb-flat\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Inspecting Your New HDB Flat"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Collecting your keys to your new HDB flat soon? Before rolling the pineapple and getting started on renovation works, it\u2019s essential to inspect your new flat first.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s covered for newly completed HDB flats?<\/h2>\n

All newly completed HDB flats are covered by a warranty within the 1-year Defects Liability Period (DLP), which starts from the date of key collection, which 99.co has covered in a previous article<\/a>. During the liability period, HDB will follow up with homeowners to rectify any defects found in the flat.<\/p>\n

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Defects or imperfections?<\/h2>\n

HDB conducts checks at every stage of the construction process, both within the flat and in common areas, before we hand over the flat to you. However, the manual nature of construction work and the inherent character of materials could result in perceived imperfections in your flat, such as a variation in colour tones on surfaces.<\/p>\n

To learn more, check out BCA\u2019s online homeowners\u2019 guide<\/a> that provides a comprehensive overview on workmanship quality and expectations.<\/p>\n

How should I inspect my flat?<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s nothing quite like the first visit to your new home! We suggest bringing along the following:<\/p>\n