Owner Guide: Self-Purchase & Own Contractors
This page is intended for owners who plan to purchase selected items independently or engage their own contractors during renovation works.
It outlines key considerations, coordination requirements, and how these decisions may impact design detailing, installation scope, project timeline, and site execution.
Use this guide as a reference before confirming any purchases or contractor appointments.
1. Owner Self-Purchase:
KITCHEN ACCESSORIES
Covers kitchen-related items purchased directly by the owner, such as sinks, taps, and fittings.
Helps you check compatibility with carpentry, measurements, and installation timing.
TOILET ACCESORIES
Explains what to consider when purchasing sanitary fittings on your own, including sizing, mounting requirements, and coordination with waterproofing and plumbing works.
ELECTRICAL & LIGHTING ITEMS
Lighting (General Guide)
Key points to note before buying lighting from your own supplier, including specifications, installation scope, and site coordination.
Switches & Face Plates
What to confirm for switch types, sizes, and finishes to align with electrical points and wall details.
LED Strips & Aluminium Profiles
Important details on profiles, drivers, and placement so lighting integrates properly with carpentry and ceiling works.
Light Fixtures
Considerations for fixture types, mounting method, and delivery timing to avoid delays on site.
2. Engaging Your Own Contractors
General Contractor
Outlines expectations, scope boundaries, and coordination points when appointing your own contractor alongside the main renovation works.
Vinyl Contractor
What to align on for floor preparation, sequencing, and handover between trades.
Air-Conditioning (AC) Contractor
Key coordination areas for piping routes, trunking, and alignment with ceiling and carpentry works.
3. What Is Re-Trip
Explains re-trip charges, why they happen, and how scheduling or incomplete readiness can affect site visits and timelines.
Covers kitchen-related items purchased directly by the owner, such as sinks, taps, and fittings.
Helps you check compatibility with carpentry, measurements, and installation timing.