When Should Renovations End?
When renovating your home, it is critical to follow local laws and regulations. To avoid disturbing your neighbors, HDB recommends that all renovations be completed between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays. Renovations are not permitted on Sundays or public holidays.
Significant HDB Regulation Violations
Noise levels in HDB estates are strictly regulated, and breaking these rules can result in serious penalties. For example, amplified music or speech is not permitted at any time, and construction work is only permitted during specific hours. If renovation work is done outside of these hours, it may be considered a serious violation of HDB regulations.
Furthermore, excessive noise pollution can result in major violations. This includes making loud noises or playing loud music that can be heard from adjacent units or across the estate. If your renovation project causes excessive noise pollution, you may face fines or other penalties.
Noise Reduction Techniques
Assuming you’re talking about construction noise, there are a few things you can do to reduce the amount of noise generated by your renovation:
1. Plan noisy work for the daytime, when people are less likely to be at home and trying to sleep.
2. Inform neighbors ahead of time when noisy work will be taking place.
3. To help reduce noise levels, use sound-proofing materials such as insulation and acoustic paneling.
4. Hire a reputable contractor who is skilled at reducing construction noise.
Construction noise can be a major annoyance, especially if it’s right outside your bedroom window. If you’re thinking about renovating your home, you should think about your neighbors and make sure you’re not causing too much noise. You can avoid being the source of someone else’s sleepless night by stopping work at a reasonable hour.
