Detailed Office Reinstatement Pricing Guide — Cost Per Square Foot, Itemised Breakdowns, and Budget Examples

Office Reinstatement Cost Guide

Office reinstatement is the most common type of reinstatement project in Singapore, and the question we get asked most often is: “How much will it cost?” This page provides a detailed breakdown of office reinstatement costs — by unit size, by scope item, and by complexity level. Use this to build a realistic budget before your site assessment.

Office Reinstatement Cost Per Square Foot

Industry cost ranges for office reinstatement in Singapore:

These align with published industry data from Zoro Interior, GetContractor.sg, and Hacking SG.

Cost By Office Size

Indicative total costs for office reinstatement:

Figures are indicative. The per-square-foot rate typically decreases for larger floor areas due to efficiency of scale.

Itemised Cost Breakdown

Understanding where the cost goes helps you evaluate quotations and identify what is driving the price:

Dismantling and Removal

Partition wall removal: S$400 – S$1,200 per wall depending on type (drywall vs. brick), size, and cable content. A typical office with 8 to 12 partition walls: S$3,200 – S$14,400. False ceiling removal: S$1.50 – S$3.50 per square foot. Carpet or vinyl floor removal: S$1 – S$3 per square foot. Workstation and furniture dismantling: S$500 – S$3,000 depending on quantity. Built-in carpentry removal: S$200 – S$1,000 per unit.

Electrical and M&E

Power point and data point removal: S$60 – S$120 per point, including cable termination and trunking removal. Lighting fixture removal: S$80 – S$150 per point. Air-conditioning unit removal: S$250 – S$600 per indoor unit (FCU or cassette); S$300 – S$800 per outdoor condenser. Ducting removal: S$5 – S$15 per linear metre depending on duct size and accessibility.

Surface Restoration

Wall patching and repainting: S$2 – S$5 per square foot of wall area (not floor area — wall area is larger). Ceiling patching and repainting: S$1.50 – S$3 per square foot of ceiling area. Full skim coat plastering: additional S$1 – S$2 per square foot of wall area — recommended for walls with extensive patching.

Debris Disposal

Disposal fees: S$500 – S$1,500 per project depending on volume and number of trips. Larger volumes, heavier materials (brick, concrete, screed), and sites with difficult access increase disposal cost.

Permits and Professional Fees

PE Endorsement: S$500 – S$1,500 (if required) — paid directly to the PE. Building management submission fee: S$100 – S$500 — varies by building. MCST renovation deposit: S$1,000 – S$5,000 — refundable. Hoarding board installation: S$300 – S$1,500 depending on opening size and material specification.

Post-Reinstatement Cleaning

S$200 – S$800 — included in our reinstatement package; priced separately for standalone cleaning.

What Makes An Office More Expensive To Reinstate

• Dense partition layout — an office subdivided into many small rooms has more wall area to remove per square foot of floor area
• Raised access flooring — requires systematic dismantling of panels, pedestals, and under-floor services
• Extensive electrical fit-out — floor boxes at every workstation position, dedicated circuits for server rooms, multiple lighting zones
• Full-height glass partitions — slower, more labour-intensive removal than drywall
• Integrated ceiling services — lighting, aircon diffusers, and sprinklers all mounted in false ceiling grid
• High floor — debris transport via single lift, restricted loading bay hours
• Tight timeline — premium scheduling for faster completion

What Makes An Office Less Expensive To Reinstate

• Open-plan layout — fewer partition walls, less dismantling labour
• Carpet tiles on original floor — quick to lift, minimal subfloor work
• Minimal electrical additions — few extra points, simple lighting
• No false ceiling — or a simple grid ceiling with minimal integration
• Ground floor or good access — easy debris removal, no lift coordination
• Flexible timeline — allows efficient scheduling and crew allocation

Sample Budget Scenarios

Scenario A: 1,500 sqft Open-Plan Office

Minimal partitions (3 drywall walls), carpet tiles, standard electrical, no false ceiling. Estimated cost: S$6,000 – S$9,000 (S$4 – S$6 psf)

Scenario B: 2,000 sqft Subdivided Office

8 drywall partitions, 2 glass meeting rooms, false ceiling throughout, carpet tiles, standard electrical, 4 FCUs. Estimated cost: S$14,000 – S$22,000 (S$7 – S$11 psf)

Scenario C: 5,000 sqft Full-Floor Corporate Office

20+ partitions including glass, raised access flooring, false ceiling with integrated lighting and aircon, extensive electrical fit-out, multiple FCUs and ducting. Estimated cost: S$60,000 – S$100,000+ (S$12 – S$20+ psf)

Scenarios are illustrative. Actual costs depend on site conditions and landlord requirements.

Fixed Price Means Fixed Price

Every office reinstatement quotation we provide is fixed. No variation charges unless you add to the scope. No hidden fees revealed on the final invoice. No ambiguity about what is included and what is not. We put everything in writing after a thorough site assessment.

Enquire About Your Office Reinstatement Cost

We provide a free site survey and a detailed, itemised, fixed-price quotation. The site visit takes about 30 to 60 minutes. You will receive a written quotation with a full scope breakdown, timeline, and payment terms. No obligation.