Instead of repeating the usual renovation mistakes (budget, HDB rules, storage), this post explores often-overlooked but critical issues that many homeowners regret — backed by deeper insights into real renovation outcomes and practical solutions. It positions your brand as both experienced and genuinely helpful beyond generic advice.

• 1. Don’t Underestimate Post-Renovation Comfort
  
  Discuss how overlooking things like soundproofing, ventilation design, and electrical outlets leads to long-term annoyance — not just upfront cost issues. Include real homeowner regrets (e.g., regret over lack of sockets or noise control) and tips to future-proof comfort.

• 2. Warranty Risks: How Small Oversights Can Void It
  
  Highlight mistakes that could affect your HDB warranty — such as improper waterproofing, unapproved modifications (like enclosing service yards), and non-compliant materials.

• 3. Choosing the Right Contractor: Go Beyond the Licence
  
  Talk about why it’s not enough that a contractor is licensed — stress checking reputation, past workmanship quality, communication, and compliance with timelines (linked to real complaints reported).

• 4. Space Planning Mistakes People Still Make
  
  Go deeper than “storage” — for example, inefficient layouts that waste flow, not balancing open-plan with functional zoning, or ignoring future family needs.

• 5. Lighting & Electrical Preparation You Can’t Neglect
  
  Many DIY or rushed plans forget layered lighting and adequate power points, leading to cluttered extension cords and dark spaces.

• 6. Timeline & Project Management: Stress & Delay Traps
  
  Explain common timeline failures — unclear schedules, mid-project changes that balloon costs, or uncommunicated delays — and how proper planning and monitoring can fix them.