Renovation Cost Guides

Know what's fair
before you sign.

Straightforward guides on renovation costs in Malaysia — what things should cost, what gets inflated, and how to read a quote like someone who's done this before.

Every guide is written using real benchmark data from actual Malaysian contractor quotations. No guesswork, no generic ranges — just what homeowners in KL and Selangor are actually being charged, and what's fair.

Extension Costs
House Extension Cost Malaysia — Ground Floor, First Floor & Kitchen Prices
How much does it cost to extend a house in Malaysia? Real RM ranges by extension type, what the UBBL approval process actually costs, and which line items get inflated in extension quotes.
12 Apr 2026 Read article →
Quote Guide
How to Check if Your Renovation Quote is Fair — Malaysia Guide
A step-by-step guide to reading a Malaysian renovation quotation — what each section means, which line items are most commonly inflated, and how to tell if your contractor is overcharging you.
18 Apr 2026 Read article →
Consumer Protection
Renovation Scams Malaysia: How to Spot Them Before You Pay
From deposit disappearing to inflated quotes that bleed you slowly — the most common renovation scams in Malaysia, the red flags to watch for, and how to protect yourself before signing anything.
18 Apr 2026 Read article →
Payment Guide
Renovation Deposit Percentage Malaysia — What's Fair and What's a Red Flag
Contractors asking for 50% upfront is not normal. What a fair renovation deposit looks like in Malaysia, how to structure milestone payments, and the exact pushback language to use when asked for too much.
26 Apr 2026 Read article →
Terrace House
Terrace House Renovation Cost Malaysia — Single vs Double Storey
Complete cost breakdown for terrace house renovation in Malaysia. Old terrace vs new terrace costs, single vs double storey pricing, and which line items are most commonly inflated in quotes.
25 Apr 2026 Read article →
Interior Design
Interior Design Cost Malaysia — ID Firm vs Direct Contractor, Honestly
ID firms charge 20–40% more than direct contractors — but is it worth it? A straight comparison of what you actually get, where the markup goes, and how to decide which route is right for your renovation.
25 Apr 2026 Read article →
Bathroom Coming Soon
Bathroom Renovation Cost Per Sqft Malaysia — The Real Numbers
Why bathroom renovation costs more per sqft than any other room — and what a fair breakdown looks like for hacking, waterproofing, wetwork, tiling, and fittings.
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