ETTPP 0 Report post Posted April 21, 2015 Hi,For saying this, think the contractors & ID will hate me.Just did my reno for condo recently, most things DIY.Maybe due to my job (I'm in sales) so I understand that all things are cheaper if go direct. The contractors & IDs will sublet the jobs out to 3rd party and thus need to mark up prices.My direct contacts & reno jobs1)I engaged direct co. to hack my condo kitchen & 2 toilets (floor & wall tiles, kitchen cabinet, removal of sanitary wares in toilets & removal of debris) - for only $2KI heard from the boss that the cost is lower for HDB as condo is strict with the reno timing so it would take them more days to complete as compared to HDB thus the higher cost for condo. ** The boss is so sweet to help hack wardrobe & other shelvings all at no extra cost.The quotes that I get from contractors & IDs for just hacking (Kitchen & toilet wall & floor tiles) & removal of debris is - $2,600 - $2,800** See the savings for going direct??2) bi-fold doors, classic doors & iron gate - better to get direct from co. Source for quotes yourself & bargain a good price. The contractors would have earned 20-30% commission from your sales. If go direct, you may probably get 10-20% savings yourself. These co. can't offer 30% discount to direct customers as their main source of biz still come from IDs & contractors. Can't afford to offend them.3) People know people in this trade. I got the contact for tiling job from my hacker. The tiler did my kitchen & toilet floor & wall tiles & I'm satisfied with the job done. I even went on site to see his workmanship & confirmed the job on the spot. I bought my own tiles though. Again, contractors will get 20-30% commission bringing you to choose tiles & you won't enjoy savings. I bought the tiles myself & got a discount for going direct (though the discount is not as much as the co. gives to contractor, but it's still savings)The tiler charged me tiling job by per sqm, whereas the contractor charge me a lump sum. I heard from my tiler HDB toilet & kitchen tiling job is only $2+/sqm. The lowest quote I got from contractor is $3.50/sqm but my tiler only charges me $2.30/sqm. See the mark up? These contractors also find these tilers to do the job for them. The contractor get your deposit but will not pay these hacker & tilers, carpenters, plumbers etc so soon. So these people like to work direct with us, customers. Get paid on time.4) For hacking of kitchen cabinet, the quote for direct is only $200-$300, but look, your quote is $600. All these savings here & there can get you new cutains, or whatever you like to buy.5) I also engaged a worker for painting job (contact from my tiler). His pay is on daily basis. But same rules - I supply the paint etc. It's still cheaper than getting contractor. And contractor also earn commission from paint co.6) I also engaged a co. to do my false ceiling in toilets (contact from my tiler). He quoted me $550 for 2 toilet false ceilings. My lowest quote from contractor is $780.Enough said. Source direct will give you so much savings! : )Hi, I m also recently sourcing for direct guys who can help hack my toilet cabinet, floor tile and bath tub. i stay in a condo. Can you refer your contact for me. Thanks so much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Hwee Sze Kam Report post Posted May 10, 2015 Can you benefit me with your direct contacts?hs.kam@bluemarble.com.sgTIA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael25 0 Report post Posted June 13, 2015 Hi Anyone,Could share and PM me the following.HackerTilerPlumberElectrician Thanks you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daniel Teo 0 Report post Posted September 1, 2015 Can anyone share contacts for the following:HackerTilerPlumberCarpenter (for wardrobe)ElectricianCan contact me at 94761154. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
letonz 0 Report post Posted November 11, 2015 hii would like to hack away my bathtub. Can anyone share contacts for the following:HackerTilerPlumber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
royng73 0 Report post Posted May 19, 2016 I need a good contractor to do my bath room too. Can recommend a good hacker, tiler? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
biglobang 0 Report post Posted May 25, 2016 Are you tight in renovation budget for your bathroom and toilet? Check it out from our web store https://biglobang.com/ We have wide range of elegant basin and excellent quality WC. More important we sell at wholesale price!! Hehe Welcome to inquiry biglobang.sg@gmail.com P/S: We have few reliable plumber/contractors contact to work on your renovation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gogogo 0 Report post Posted December 31, 2016 hi summer forever and wongapat! could u pm me the contacts for your reno pls? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tiffng 0 Report post Posted January 13, 2017 Hi, can you give me your contractors number? thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shai77 0 Report post Posted January 18, 2017 could you please provide the tiler contact no Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
me77 0 Report post Posted December 15, 2017 could you also please provide the tiler contact no Thanks ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pihionx 0 Report post Posted January 15, 2018 Hi summer forever, Could u pm me the contacts for your reno pls? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Million 0 Report post Posted July 22, 2019 On 12/12/2009 at 1:22 AM, Summer Forever said: Hi, For saying this, think the contractors & ID will hate me. Just did my reno for condo recently, most things DIY. Maybe due to my job (I'm in sales) so I understand that all things are cheaper if go direct. The contractors & IDs will sublet the jobs out to 3rd party and thus need to mark up prices. My direct contacts & reno jobs 1)I engaged direct co. to hack my condo kitchen & 2 toilets (floor & wall tiles, kitchen cabinet, removal of sanitary wares in toilets & removal of debris) - for only $2K I heard from the boss that the cost is lower for HDB as condo is strict with the reno timing so it would take them more days to complete as compared to HDB thus the higher cost for condo. ** The boss is so sweet to help hack wardrobe & other shelvings all at no extra cost. The quotes that I get from contractors & IDs for just hacking (Kitchen & toilet wall & floor tiles) & removal of debris is - $2,600 - $2,800 ** See the savings for going direct?? 2) bi-fold doors, classic doors & iron gate - better to get direct from co. Source for quotes yourself & bargain a good price. The contractors would have earned 20-30% commission from your sales. If go direct, you may probably get 10-20% savings yourself. These co. can't offer 30% discount to direct customers as their main source of biz still come from IDs & contractors. Can't afford to offend them. 3) People know people in this trade. I got the contact for tiling job from my hacker. The tiler did my kitchen & toilet floor & wall tiles & I'm satisfied with the job done. I even went on site to see his workmanship & confirmed the job on the spot. I bought my own tiles though. Again, contractors will get 20-30% commission bringing you to choose tiles & you won't enjoy savings. I bought the tiles myself & got a discount for going direct (though the discount is not as much as the co. gives to contractor, but it's still savings) The tiler charged me tiling job by per sqm, whereas the contractor charge me a lump sum. I heard from my tiler HDB toilet & kitchen tiling job is only $2+/sqm. The lowest quote I got from contractor is $3.50/sqm but my tiler only charges me $2.30/sqm. See the mark up? These contractors also find these tilers to do the job for them. The contractor get your deposit but will not pay these hacker & tilers, carpenters, plumbers etc so soon. So these people like to work direct with us, customers. Get paid on time. 4) For hacking of kitchen cabinet, the quote for direct is only $200-$300, but look, your quote is $600. All these savings here & there can get you new cutains, or whatever you like to buy. 5) I also engaged a worker for painting job (contact from my tiler). His pay is on daily basis. But same rules - I supply the paint etc. It's still cheaper than getting contractor. And contractor also earn commission from paint co. 6) I also engaged a co. to do my false ceiling in toilets (contact from my tiler). He quoted me $550 for 2 toilet false ceilings. My lowest quote from contractor is $780. Enough said. Source direct will give you so much savings! : ) Hi, Can you share your contacts for hacker and tiler please? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rojaba 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2021 If you could show a few pictures if your current situation, it would be easier to recommend you something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites