Wow u went to 6 IDs all in a day? Any recommendations which ID charged u the cheapest? I went to both ID n contractor. Apparently contractor is charging me more than IDs even without gst.
no lah i didnt go down to their showrooms or offices physically. I approached some thru FB, some thru gumtree. Out of 6, only 2 came back (maybe cos i sent them my layout last night). on my want-to-do list was:
1. Cabinet 20ft with all the soft closing mechanisms (install sink/hob/hood)
2. 10ft worktop
3. Painting works
4. Hacking of half height kitchen wall, touch up and laminate countertop
5. Lighting and plumbing works
6. Haulage and debris removal
7. Chemical wash & General Cleaning
8. Window Grilles (Service yard, Bedrooms and Living Room + Windows for Yard)
Actually the wall hacking not necessary but i just throw in to see whether can fit in my budget. One direct contractor quoted me 12k. Another one quoted me 8.7k. The second one came with free stove, hood, sink and tap.
The second one told me to bring him over to the unit once i collected keys to see what else can be minimized.