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post Aug 12 2014, 11:19 AM, updated 10y ago

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For V1 contractors feedback, check post #2


Pls find in spoiler my general guideline for the contractor feedback. Feel free to give suggestion for improvement

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All Bad Contractors List (Rating of < 3 on average)

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General Contractors

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Specialized work - Electrician
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Specialized work - Carpentry (Example : Kitchen Cabinet, Wardrobe, etc)
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Specialized work - Piping / Water works
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Specialized work - Plaster Ceiling
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Specialized work - Tiling
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Specialized work - Metal Work (Grill, Auto Gate, Window Frame, etc)
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Specialized work - Architect
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Specialized work - Alarm System
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Specialized work - Others ( Pest Control , Tint , Roof Cooling System , Waterproofing , Electrical Items , Lightings , Curtain Items)
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This is V1 contractors feedbacks. To check forumers comments, check what is the post number, open this link and find the post



All Bad Contractors List (Rating of < 3 on average)

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General Contractors

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Specialized work - Electrician
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Specialized work - Carpentry (Example : Kitchen Cabinet, Wardrobe, etc)
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Specialized work - Piping / Water works
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Specialized work - Plaster Ceiling
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Specialized work - Tiling
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Specialized work - Metal Work (Grill, Auto Gate, Window Frame, etc)
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Specialized work - Architect
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Specialized work - Alarm System
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Specialized work - Others ( Pest Control , Tint , Roof Cooling System , Waterproofing , Electrical Items , Lightings , Curtain Items)
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I have suggestion that this topic be pin up on top. So everybody can go through this first and aware the problem.
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QUOTE(ozak @ Aug 12 2014, 12:09 PM)
I have suggestion that this topic be pin up on top. So everybody can go through this first and aware the problem.
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post May 27 2015, 09:49 AM

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From: Seri Kembangan / Kota Bharu
Just finish my renovation. Engaged total of 4 contractor to do my stuff

WY Electrical Engineering (SA0200290-W)
Email : miaosklee@live.com
H/P : 012-3260903

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Fullbest Construction & Renovation
Address : 11, Jalan PUJ 7/1, Taman Puncak Jalil, Bandar Putra Permai, 43300 Seri Kembangan
Phone : 03-8940 8409
H/P : 012-225 0566
Fax : 03-8940 8611
Email : fullbest@streamyx.com

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Three Kim Sdn Bhd
Address : No.18,Jalan SC 5/D, Pusat Perindustrian Sungai Chua, 43000 Kajang, Selangor
Tel/Fax : 03 - 8734 3978
Email : threekim_metalworks@yahoo.com.my
FACEBOOK : https://www.facebook.com/threekimmetalworks

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Adi (Indon worker I found on roadside)
Address : Near KFC Sri Serdang
H/P : 014-398 8791

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QUOTE(loui @ May 27 2015, 09:49 AM)
Just finish my renovation. Engaged total of 4 contractor to do my stuff

WY Electrical Engineering (SA0200290-W) @ Wiring & Plaster Ceiling
Email : miaosklee@live.com
H/P : 012-3260903

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Fullbest Construction & Renovation
Address : 11, Jalan PUJ 7/1, Taman Puncak Jalil, Bandar Putra Permai, 43300 Seri Kembangan
Phone : 03-8940 8409
H/P : 012-225 0566
Fax : 03-8940 8611
Email : fullbest@streamyx.com

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Three Kim Sdn Bhd
Address : No.18,Jalan SC 5/D, Pusat Perindustrian Sungai Chua, 43000 Kajang, Selangor
Tel/Fax : 03 - 8734 3978
Email : threekim_metalworks@yahoo.com.my
FACEBOOK : https://www.facebook.com/threekimmetalworks

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Adi (Indon worker I found on roadside)
Address : Near KFC Sri Serdang
H/P : 014-398 8791

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hi team, any idea where i can find some details on recommended quality workmanship trustworthy contractors ?
i see here only get posted on bad contractors details ? i am planning for renovation so far consult 2 contractors and 1 designer. only got quotation from the designer which is not in details.

all 3 contractors i never seen their work, 2 picked from internet and 1 ppl recommendation

So my main purpose is renovation & little designing

-re-roofing and waterproofing
-concrete leaking waterproofing
-wall crack fixing
-toilets modification and water proofing
-plumbing
-electric rewiring and lighting
-plaster ceiling
-tiling
-window framing
-interior designing rooms, study rooms, living hall, dining, kitchen



Already consulted 3 contractors visited my premise and waiting for quotation from them. All 3 Chinese ( 2 of them contractors 1 is designer who has contractor). 1 already sent quotation just for roofing, the designer fella probably he could have consulted his own contractor.


Current roofing style (timber crossing with tiles) already 20 years old and many leakage issues also from concrete. So i planned to completely change the design and interested on metal/steel truss roofing system with metal roofing/ PU FOAM roofing which good for heat insulation and noise reduction. If i am using tiles on the steel truss then planning to cover with aluminium bubble foil.

Since i am changing the roof design, which is different from original. I think i need engineer drawing for DBKL approval. I also find out some companies offering this metal truss roofing services, also have engineering services to design the truss based on roofing design..



OK, so the designer who gave me quotation just for ROOFING work about 48k total. Not so in detail. No break down on roofing part

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For Supply & construct metal roofing & steel support at roof top is 40k, so i throw him some question how he quoted the price, based on what type of roofing, what about design drawing of architect / engineer for approval. i even send him some pics on the type of roofs. Pending his reply.

Other 2 contractors still no quotation yet. I am looking for trustworthy and quality workmanship.
i have sent samples below to all those contractors at least to give them some ideas what i am looking for.Lots of Indonesian and Vietnamese freelance contractors but not very comfortable to handover them the job, fear of quality and cheating.Any brothers, would like to recommend me trustworthy and quality workmanship contractors most welcomed


also heard about the movement of metal truss or metal roofing due to thermal expansion/contraction, how do we address that issue. stretch and shrink of metal truss/ metal roofing due to hot and cold weather. how bad the noise is ? any solution for this.
i am wondering who will be installing this truss, normal contractor workers or the steel supplier's workers.


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post Jun 9 2015, 09:49 AM

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QUOTE(GHOSTVIC @ Jun 9 2015, 03:04 AM)
hi team, any idea where i can find some details on recommended quality workmanship trustworthy contractors ?
i see here only get posted on bad contractors details ? i am planning for renovation so far consult 2 contractors and 1 designer. only got quotation from the designer which is not in details.

all 3 contractors i never seen their work, 2 picked from internet and 1 ppl recommendation

So my main purpose is renovation & little designing

-re-roofing and waterproofing
-concrete leaking waterproofing
-wall crack fixing
-toilets modification and water proofing
-plumbing
-electric rewiring and lighting
-plaster ceiling
-tiling
-window framing
-interior designing rooms, study rooms, living hall, dining, kitchen

Already consulted 3 contractors visited my premise and waiting for quotation from them. All 3 Chinese ( 2 of them contractors 1 is designer who has contractor). 1 already sent quotation just for roofing, the designer fella probably he could have consulted his own contractor.
Current roofing style (timber crossing with tiles) already 20 years old and many leakage issues also from concrete. So i planned to completely change the design and interested on metal/steel truss roofing system with metal roofing/ PU FOAM roofing which good for heat insulation and noise reduction. If i am using tiles on the steel truss then planning to cover with aluminium bubble foil.

Since i am changing the roof design, which is different from original. I think i need engineer drawing for DBKL approval. I also find out some companies offering this metal truss roofing services, also have engineering services to design the truss based on roofing design..

OK, so the designer who gave me quotation just for ROOFING work about  48k total. Not so in detail. No break down on roofing part

Attached Image

For Supply & construct metal roofing & steel support at roof top is 40k, so i throw him some question how he quoted the price, based on what type of roofing, what about design drawing of architect / engineer for approval. i even send him some pics on the type of roofs. Pending his reply.

Other 2 contractors still no quotation yet. I am looking for trustworthy and quality workmanship.
i have sent samples below to all those contractors at least to give them some ideas what i am looking for.Lots of Indonesian and Vietnamese freelance contractors but not very comfortable to handover them the job, fear of quality and cheating.Any brothers, would like to recommend me trustworthy and quality workmanship contractors most welcomed
also heard about the movement of metal truss or metal roofing due to thermal expansion/contraction, how do we address that issue. stretch and shrink of metal truss/ metal roofing due to hot and cold weather. how bad the noise is ? any solution for this.
i am wondering who will be installing this truss, normal contractor workers or the steel supplier's workers.
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there's a list of bad contractors and there's a list of good contractors

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post Jun 10 2015, 05:03 AM

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hi guys,

would like to give feedback on few contractor here, all 3 visited site and none confirmed, pending quotation.

So the rating i am giving based on site visit talk and quotation speed.

1. Contractor Patrick 60193281341
Stream Design & Renovation (001345082-k) GST 000432676864
70, Jalan Utama 2/24 , Taman Perindustrian Puchong.


Found him through 1stop renovation website, visited my place as promised and seems have knowledge and able to explain my queries and give some ideas. Looked promising. Not sure what are the projects he has done. Talked about his payment method deposit 30% and progressive payments and extra. Told him my requirements and stuffs to renovate. But sounds like he will sub-con certain task to others not sure yet.
Requested for quotation , already 15 days no response even in between had messaged him, no response not sure he is busy or what.

Rating 2

2. Contractor KELVIN KUCHAI LAMA 0193313913

Recommended by my lawyer friend, seems KELVIN is well known contractor at his neighbourhood, trustworthy and quality job. Tht is what he said about him. So wanted to try. Typical chinese guy, friendly and not well verse in english. Just malay, has whtsapp but not active. So i believe not gadget freak.
Came over to my place as promised, did all survey in and out, roof, took all kind of measurements. Looked so promising. Able to give n share ideas.
Asked to prepare quotation , already 23 days and no response at all. Not sure whether busy with other projects or what.

Rating 2

3. Designer MARCUS 0193888670,
ALECC INTERIOR DESIGN (002046700-A)
Showroom : 23-1, Jalan Klang Sentral 7/ku5, Klang Sentral, 41050 Klang
Office : 12A, Jalan Mutiara 1/8 , 47100 Puchong , Selangor D.E
Office : 03-33582303 Fax : 03-80612480 H/P : 012-6678055
Email : info@renovation2u.com.my
Website : renovation2u.com.my , painter2u.com , carpenter2u.com.my



Found online, quick and visited my site as promised. He is designer and lack knowledge on construction works, looks like they will sub-con other task. Anything he said needs to refer to contractors pretty hard to discuss, so agreed for quotation and sent after 11 days, just for ROOFING.
Questioned him more on the quotation since its damn plain, asked on the materials and designs. No response already.

Rating 3.


Other contractors will be visiting by this week, i will come out with the feedback.

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post Jun 10 2015, 09:06 AM

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QUOTE(GHOSTVIC @ Jun 10 2015, 05:03 AM)
hi guys,

would like to give feedback on few contractor here, all 3 visited site and none confirmed, pending quotation.

So the rating i am giving based on site visit talk and quotation speed.

1. Contractor Patrick 60193281341
Stream Design & Renovation (001345082-k) GST 000432676864
70, Jalan Utama 2/24 , Taman Perindustrian Puchong.


Found him through 1stop renovation website, visited my place as promised and seems have knowledge and able to explain my queries and give some ideas. Looked promising. Not sure what are the projects he has done. Talked about his payment method deposit 30% and progressive payments and extra. Told him my requirements and stuffs to renovate. But sounds like he will sub-con certain task to others not sure yet.
Requested for quotation , already 15 days no response even in between had messaged him, no response not sure he is busy or what.

Rating 2

2. Contractor KELVIN KUCHAI LAMA 0193313913

Recommended by my lawyer friend, seems KELVIN is well known contractor at his neighbourhood, trustworthy and quality job. Tht is what he said about him. So wanted to try. Typical chinese guy, friendly and not well verse in english. Just malay, has whtsapp but not active. So i believe not gadget freak.
Came over to my place as promised, did all survey in and out, roof, took all kind of measurements. Looked so promising. Able to give n share ideas.
Asked to prepare quotation , already 23 days and no response at all.  Not sure whether busy with other projects or what.

Rating 2

3. Designer MARCUS 0193888670,
ALECC INTERIOR DESIGN (002046700-A) 
Showroom : 23-1, Jalan Klang Sentral 7/ku5, Klang Sentral, 41050 Klang 
Office : 12A, Jalan Mutiara 1/8 , 47100 Puchong , Selangor D.E 
Office : 03-33582303  Fax : 03-80612480  H/P : 012-6678055 
Email : info@renovation2u.com.my 
Website : renovation2u.com.my , painter2u.com , carpenter2u.com.my
 
Found online, quick and visited my site as promised. He is designer and lack knowledge on construction works, looks like they will sub-con other task. Anything he said needs to refer to contractors pretty hard to discuss, so agreed for quotation and sent after 11 days, just for ROOFING.
Questioned him more on the quotation since its damn plain, asked on the materials and designs. No response already.

Rating 3.
Other contractors will be visiting by this week, i will come out with the feedback.
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thanks for the feedback and appreciate it

however, to be listed on post #1, the work need to be done (or at least partially done for those contractor who are irresponsible)

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QUOTE(brotan @ Jun 10 2015, 09:06 AM)
thanks for the feedback and appreciate it

however, to be listed on post #1, the work need to be done (or at least partially done for those contractor who are irresponsible)
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alamak.. then i need to find 1 and let him start project only then can provide feedback. So do you guys know how to check in SSM website online whether particular company exist or not ? Can guide me please ?

Anyone have feedback on below 2 contacts ?

Mun ID Design, IVAN KHO. taman serdang perdana
specialize on renovation, ID design, kitchen cabinet, wall drobe.
i got his contact during the PWTC expo

DRROOF.MY , Michael
specialize on roofing solution

LED POWER LIGHTING , BAYZID. BANDAR PUTERI PUCHONG
specialize on plaster ceiling, lighting and renovation subcon



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post Jun 11 2015, 09:26 AM

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QUOTE(GHOSTVIC @ Jun 10 2015, 08:15 PM)
alamak.. then i need to find 1 and let him start project only then can provide feedback.  So do you guys know how to check in SSM website online whether particular company exist or not ? Can guide me please ?

Anyone have feedback on below 2 contacts ?

Mun ID Design, IVAN KHO. taman serdang perdana
specialize on renovation, ID design, kitchen cabinet, wall drobe.
i got his contact during the PWTC expo

DRROOF.MY , Michael
specialize on roofing solution

LED POWER LIGHTING , BAYZID. BANDAR PUTERI PUCHONG
specialize on plaster ceiling, lighting and renovation subcon

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for starter, you can look at the list on post #1 and #2

there are some good contractors in it with forumer experience

why risk to choose a contractor who nobody have any experience?
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post Jun 19 2015, 02:50 PM

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Hi guys,

Just done wardrobe with U One kitchen (Balakong)

Here is my comment:
The price was ok, but the quality of the product is really really bad. The study table is too thin until we can't even press it, otherwise the table will kemek. The wardrobe door also kemek before using it (he don't even want to come and fix).

At the beginning of the work, everything was ok, update us daily on the progress of work. But at the end of the work, the boss Stanley don't even want to come and do the final touch up. He sumore said need to charge us for him to come and do the final touch up. Really regret to make full payment before all the touch up done.

I will give 1 star rating for this contractor due to poor workmanship, poor quality of product, and poor after work service (touch up). Sumore want to lansi us when we asked him to come to do the touch up.
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QUOTE(jordan86 @ Jun 19 2015, 02:50 PM)
Hi guys,

Just done wardrobe with U One kitchen (Balakong)

Here is my comment:
The price was ok, but the quality of the product is really really bad. The study table is too thin until we can't even press it, otherwise the table will kemek. The wardrobe door also kemek before using it (he don't even want to come and fix).

At the beginning of the work, everything was ok, update us daily on the progress of work. But at the end of the work, the boss Stanley don't even want to come and do the final touch up. He sumore said need to charge us for him to come and do the final touch up. Really regret to make full payment before all the touch up done.

I will give 1 star rating for this contractor due to poor workmanship, poor quality of product, and poor after work service (touch up). Sumore want to lansi us when we asked him to come to do the touch up.
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Hi All

Would like to give feedback on contractor that I have taken him once and regretted. Hope you all avoid this person

So the rating i am giving based on my house result

Contractor Frankie Tan 012-237 6889
HO & T RESOURCES(002069093-x)
NO.28,JLN DC 4/3 , Desa Coalfields, Sg Buloh, 47000, Selangor
Fax: 03-92002290 H/P:012-2376889

Recommended by PROPRETY AGENT, seems Frankie is well known contractor at my neighborhood, trustworthy and quality job. That is what he said about him. So wanted to try. Typical chinese guy, friendly and not well verse in english.

Came over to my place as promised, did all survey in and out, roof, took all kind of measurements. Looked so promising. Able to give n share ideas. And lastly where is so important, he knew after-sales service is important to this renovation line. And accepted to his quotation and renovation kicked off.

In the middle of renovation process, I wasn't happy with his workmanship and gives empty promises of his service and ideas and made me mostly everyday have to travel to the house for quality audit and also happens my house items been stolen and not responsible to it.

Lastly, he never answered my call/whatsapp for touch-up/repair work, totally ignore. So attached picture are some of his bad workmanship

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Rating 2

This post has been edited by ethanhan: Jun 21 2015, 11:22 PM
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post Jun 22 2015, 10:46 AM

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QUOTE(ethanhan @ Jun 21 2015, 11:20 PM)
Hi All

Would like to give feedback on contractor that I have taken him once and regretted. Hope you all avoid this person

So the rating i am giving based on my house result

Contractor Frankie Tan 012-237 6889
HO & T RESOURCES(002069093-x)
NO.28,JLN DC 4/3 , Desa Coalfields, Sg Buloh, 47000, Selangor
Fax: 03-92002290  H/P:012-2376889

Recommended by PROPRETY AGENT, seems Frankie is well known contractor at my neighborhood, trustworthy and quality job. That is what he said about him. So wanted to try. Typical chinese guy, friendly and not well verse in english.

Came over to my place as promised, did all survey in and out, roof, took all kind of measurements. Looked so promising. Able to give n share ideas. And lastly where is so important, he knew after-sales service is important to this renovation line. And accepted to his quotation and renovation kicked off.

In the middle of renovation process, I wasn't happy with his workmanship and gives empty promises of his service and ideas and made me mostly everyday have to travel to the house for quality audit and also happens my house items been stolen and not responsible to it.

Lastly, he never answered my call/whatsapp for touch-up/repair work, totally ignore. So attached picture are some of his bad workmanship

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Rating 2
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post Jun 22 2015, 07:30 PM

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QUOTE(ethanhan @ Jun 21 2015, 11:20 PM)
Hi All

Would like to give feedback on contractor that I have taken him once and regretted. Hope you all avoid this person

So the rating i am giving based on my house result

Contractor Frankie Tan 012-237 6889
HO & T RESOURCES(002069093-x)
NO.28,JLN DC 4/3 , Desa Coalfields, Sg Buloh, 47000, Selangor
Fax: 03-92002290  H/P:012-2376889

Recommended by PROPRETY AGENT, seems Frankie is well known contractor at my neighborhood, trustworthy and quality job. That is what he said about him. So wanted to try. Typical chinese guy, friendly and not well verse in english.

Came over to my place as promised, did all survey in and out, roof, took all kind of measurements. Looked so promising. Able to give n share ideas. And lastly where is so important, he knew after-sales service is important to this renovation line. And accepted to his quotation and renovation kicked off.

In the middle of renovation process, I wasn't happy with his workmanship and gives empty promises of his service and ideas and made me mostly everyday have to travel to the house for quality audit and also happens my house items been stolen and not responsible to it.

Lastly, he never answered my call/whatsapp for touch-up/repair work, totally ignore. So attached picture are some of his bad workmanship

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Rating 2
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aik seems like some line has been taken from my posting..

seems Frankie is well known contractor at my neighborhood, trustworthy and quality job. That is what he said about him. So wanted to try. Typical chinese guy, friendly and not well verse in english. Came over to my place as promised, did all survey in and out, roof, took all kind of measurements. Looked so promising. Able to give n share ideas

anyway how much deposit u paid bro ? have u fully settled him ? what was ur renovation budget ? now reno completed ?

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QUOTE(GHOSTVIC @ Jun 22 2015, 07:30 PM)
aik seems like some line has been taken from my posting..

seems Frankie is well known contractor at my neighborhood, trustworthy and quality job. That is what he said about him. So wanted to try. Typical chinese guy, friendly and not well verse in english. Came over to my place as promised, did all survey in and out, roof, took all kind of measurements. Looked so promising. Able to give n share ideas

anyway how much deposit u paid bro ? have u fully settled him ? what was ur renovation budget ? now reno completed ?
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Sorry friend. Hope there aren't trademark yet.

Fully paid him once settle the renovation job because he rushed for CNY'15, told me wanna give out salary to his workers.

Damage RM40k for
1) doub-storey house ext-int painting
2) add roof tiles at backyard house only
3) kitchen cabinet
4) tiles table top kitchen
5) add sockets+few AC point and heater point
6) repair waterproofing for master bedroom bathroom which leak to living hall ceiling, small damage early detection
7) modify windows grill
8) no plaster ceiling
9) no build in cabinet at bedroom
10) no extension tiles flooring at car porch


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Hi Guys would like to ask for a good contractor contact in bandar kinrara Puchong area for a restaurant renovation, most of the tiling/ ceiling is already in place only need someone to build new partition, removal of wood column, wiring installation and some painting work. Can anyone recommend me an honest contractor? biggrin.gif
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Hi Guys would like to ask for a good contractor contact in bandar kinrara Puchong area for a restaurant renovation, most of the tiling/ ceiling is already in place only need someone to build new partition, removal of wood column, wiring installation and some painting work. Can anyone recommend me an honest contractor?  biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(zettwong @ Aug 11 2015, 05:15 PM)
3 weeks ago I did a major renovation on my house in KL including renewing all existing pipe. indeed hard to find a contractor who really until I find a contractor who really satisfying, clean, neat, efficient, and honest. for a price no pain no gain laa.
so my recommendation contractor, he's number _ 012-380-1141 (Zul Habibi Amjad)
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Would like to comment on this post by hitammetalic in v1.

https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=70473310

Completely disappointed with this contractor!!
Please blacklist this contractor. Empty promises and the finishing work really sucks!
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Hi recently encounter a bad contractor , always say this can do that can do. All the things he promise will not be fulfill or badly done.

Called him to follow up for 2 weeks can't reach him at all , even other contractor got hold of me asking for payment because the main contractor took all the money and didn't pay them.

now my house key with him and cannot reach him.

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less then 5 months of laying concrete floor

part of it crack (basketball size) and many more visible hairline crack

argh

felt like downgrading that contractor to zero stars

this is another shyt he done

those are cable for autogate

He was demolishing the gate pillar and building new one for me

I ask him to "tanam" the cable and let only the socket visible

yet he did this shyt

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QUOTE(loui @ Aug 25 2015, 03:01 PM)
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less then 5 months of laying concrete floor

part of it crack (basketball size) and many more visible hairline crack

argh

felt like downgrading that contractor to zero stars

this is another shyt he done

those are cable for autogate

He was demolishing the gate pillar and building new one for me

I ask him to "tanam" the cable and let only the socket visible

yet he did this shyt

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you engaged a few contractors. which one is it?
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you engaged a few contractors. which one is it?
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QUOTE(loui @ Aug 25 2015, 03:01 PM)
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less then 5 months of laying concrete floor

part of it crack (basketball size) and many more visible hairline crack

argh

felt like downgrading that contractor to zero stars

this is another shyt he done

those are cable for autogate

He was demolishing the gate pillar and building new one for me

I ask him to "tanam" the cable and let only the socket visible

yet he did this shyt

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Concrete flooring sure will have cracks after curing. Check out the mall parking lots. The worse I seen is in oasis basement parking. Good quality contractor will have less bigger crack, but unavoidable to have hairline cracks.

QUOTE(loui @ Aug 25 2015, 03:01 PM)
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less then 5 months of laying concrete floor

part of it crack (basketball size) and many more visible hairline crack

argh

felt like downgrading that contractor to zero stars

this is another shyt he done

those are cable for autogate

He was demolishing the gate pillar and building new one for me

I ask him to "tanam" the cable and let only the socket visible

yet he did this shyt

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1. Pocket Square Design


2. Young Design Concept



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QUOTE(laoyitan1989 @ Aug 14 2015, 09:49 PM)
Would like to comment on this post by hitammetalic in v1.

https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=70473310

Completely disappointed with this contractor!!
Please blacklist this contractor. Empty promises and the finishing work really sucks!
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He cover mostly KL and Seremban.. Beware..

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Hi, I am Christine from HomeMark Kitchen Cabinet . My husband and I own a small kitchen cabinet business in Puchong, and our company was also mentioned a few times in LYN forum(thanks to our kind customers).

HOWEVER, this time we are commenting in the capacity as a new house owner [we also engage various contractors to set up our own house, only the kitchen cabinets/wardrobe are done by ourselves smile.gif]

My husband and I are very happy with the services by a young electrician named Ah Hoe and had engaged him a lot of times to do up electrical/wiring/aircon works for our old home, our showroom cum factory; and also our newly purchased house in BSP.

CONTACT: Ah Hoe (010-3667 642) - based in Puchong.

PRO:
1. Ah Hoe gives very frank opinions on how to set up wirings, electrical stuff and recommend aircons/lightings based on our budget (never pushed us to spend unnecessarily).
2. Very responsive to whatsapp and always call back to answer our queries or just to give suggestions. So far workmanship is satisfactory and we also will recommend him to our customers. (if they ask la smile.gif )
3. Always tidy/cleans up after his hacking/works without being told to.
4. Pricing is competitive. smile.gif

CON:
1. Since he is a small time contractor - sometimes is hard to book him for jobs.
2. Since he is freelance contractor, payment is usually by CASH.

Rating is 4.5 out of 5

Thanks!

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In June I found 4 contractors via kaodim.com, to come over to look at one subsale property I bought and give quotes. Only two came over, and the other two when realised the jobs are quite extensive, did not reply after that. I finalized one main contractor EA Alam Reka located in Wangsa Melawati. Quite established with a few ongoing projects. Have own website and Facebook as well. Even saw their profile in Houzz. So I thought it should be secured. But I was wrong. Job started in June and I have just ended their 5th attempt on "rectification job" this afternoon, for a property less than 950sqft. Basically, they have this smooth-talker Hafidz to source for projects (even created a subsidiary company from the main company and called it "MamyHome" where he calls himself the COO) and then marked-up the price and passed it along to a few sub-contractors to do the jobs. This is where the problem started. From the onset, the quotation was supposed to include full plaster ceiling replacement. Not knowing that I have myself a spare key, they went ahead and patched up the old downlights and created new slots. I went to the site a few days later before they were able to patch it up. Confronted the same chap, and he said he is not aware. Of course he is not aware, no one was actually supervising the job at all! Basically, they came out with an architectural drawing and passes it around to the sub-cons. Without changing the plaster ceiling, the two ceiling fans I bought ended up too low and not practical to be installed, unless I decided to have ad-hoc haircut every morning when I wake up from the bed. Both fans are now sitting in my living room as ornaments. Then one of their sub-cons hacked and routed wrongly the hot water piping. Halfway through, managed to forget to install the drainage trap, and installed the wash basin too low that I can actually kneel and brush my teeth. Their electrician is another wayward fella with enough creativity to pull and run wiring at his own liking. One downlight in the bathroom was installed at one random area of his liking as he needs to fulfill the minimum number of downlights and even took the liberty of removing one essential downlight from the proposed location (I did not find out until the completion when I checked against the original proposal). Best part about these electrical wiring was that he pulled everything in that bathroom (5 lights and 1 exhaust fan) into a single switch when I originally requested for 2 lights to 1 switch. Pendant lights on top of the island were pulled to the main door entrance light. 4 lights to one switch across the living room. And all lights in second room to a single switch. The ONLY thing he did right, was to split the master bedroom 2 lights to one switch. I mean, seriously... if he can see the needs to comply for the master bedroom, why not the rest of the house??? Then the same Hafidz claimed this was not written down in the agreement and he forgot what was discussed earlier. Halfway through the renovation, I was thinking of changing out the two exhaust fans (one in kitchen and one in the bathroom). But before that, I requested that they check and ascertain that both can be used. They quoted around 1K to change out both fans and claimed that the hoses were defective and better to change out. This is when I decided to make a trip to the site again. I was lucky that they left the ladder after work. So I climbed up and was shocked that both exhaust fans are high quality blower type with the "hoses" made from stainless steel, also in stellar condition. Took the photos and WhatsApp to Hafidz and he said he was not aware and merely following the suggestion of his sub-con. He even quoted an additional 1.7k to replace my MCB, claiming that it will not be able to take the load. I was pondering about the additional charges when I bumped into the building maintenance folks, who then told me that the original MCB is designed to take additional installations without changing out. Even quoted examples from some other units they have recently serviced. Painting was done poorly, with visible patches. They even forgot to paint one of the walls they plastered! Floor was supposed to be washed, but after 4 times of washing, you know they are simply not interested. Smell of urine from the "newly" renovated bathroom, white plaster stains all over the house, poor patch up jobs on walls, dirty and occasional paint marks on newly installed switches, faceplates from switches not properly aligned (zero alignment ruler used) and poor painting job (previous paint still visible!). At the end of the renovation, we went through the costing and found out that I have overpaid as some of the items were changed out and delivered sub-standards. He refused to give back the refund and said his Finance Department (sounds like a huge company, right?) cannot refund the money, despite this was what he promised earlier. He even added on additional charges that were not discussed beforehand (one of the items were double-quoted) in order to make up the amount to match the previous numbers. Last minute add-on (unprofessional stuff) like RM450 to even out cement surface across a 250sqft area, he claimed he gave free for the tiles skirting installation charges as his original quote is only for floor tiles and not including the skirting, around RM300 to pick-up the tiles from ground floor into the apartment (distance of less than 10m). So I asked for his boss's number to request refund. He gave Amin's phone number (one of the owners of EA Alam Reka). This guys picked up my first call and claimed he was driving and will call me back later. He never did, so I called him instead but he did not bother to pick up my 2nd call and only sent an SMS a day later that he will call me. That was 5 days ago. I tried again today but to no avail. Lessons learnt are many. I might edit and add more stuff if I happen to recall. But all in all, this is one heartache journey. At the time of writing this, I am in the midst of sourcing for independent electrician who is able to rectify the problems without incurring too much cost and some odd-jobs worker to help re-paint and really clean the apartment. This is an example of how things can go wrong if you leave it entirely to the main contractor, if he/she happens to be an unprofessional one. Websites and internet can be misleading. To safe-guard yourself, it is always advisable not to rush into renovation work. Let the quotes come in, then understand each item. Write down each item as detailed as possible, do not let rooms for unwanted creativity. You might portray yourself as over-cautious, but this will save you in a long run when defining tasks in any renovation projects. I wish anyone of you who are about to embark on this renovation journey to have a better and wonderful experience as you see your dream home turning from ideas to reality.

Best wishes,
Van

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sorry to hear that bro.. I'm also in the midst of appointing contractor and being very cautious on each and every item from each quotation after reading all the bad experience.

Thanks for sharing your valuable yet bitter experience. I have been choosing contractors since June and have yet to decide on any. Meeting many ppl to gather different opinion and to counter check on costings. Hopefully my own one will turn out good.
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mind advise

my roof leaks

just a small one

tried to DIY by stuffing the sealant to the leaking part

but somehow not working

should i get an indon to do for me or get a proper contractor

how much should i be expecting
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Thanks for sharing the info bro, really appreciate it. I think you should also post yr reviews in Kaodim too. Let those who wanted to search for reno contractors know and judge for themselves. Reading thru yr experience with the said contractor really gives me the shivers as I'm also looking for a design & build contractor for my house reno. Really hope mine will be a smooth one...
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[quote=ginko15,Nov 2 2015, 05:56 PM]
[quote=vanhelsing007,Sep 29 2015, 10:23 PM]
Thanks for sharing the info bro, really appreciate it. I think you should also post yr reviews in Kaodim too. Let those who wanted to search for reno contractors know and judge for themselves. Reading thru yr experience with the said contractor really gives me the shivers as I'm also looking for a design & build contractor for my house reno. Really hope mine will be a smooth one...
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u urgent or not ? my house job almost completed. so far about 70% completion. another few more weeks then settled jor. so far up to this mark of 70% completion, my contractor no screw up.......yet (cross fingers)
patient, responsible and trustworthy so far la. still another 30% to go so i wont comment good or bad yet until he settle for me 100% done then only i give my rating.

puchong area specialty, but now doing my place at shah alam. if u want, then i can give u his number, but only after my house settled. that's why i ask urgent or not. i trying to move in b4 CNY so gotta rush abit.



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QUOTE(FireIceCombo @ Nov 12 2015, 08:01 PM)
u urgent or not ? my house job almost completed. so far about 70% completion. another few more weeks then settled jor. so far up to this mark of 70% completion, my contractor no screw up.......yet (cross fingers)
patient, responsible and trustworthy so far la. still another 30% to go so i wont comment good or bad yet until he settle for me 100% done then only i give my rating.

puchong area specialty, but now doing my place at shah alam. if u want, then i can give u his number, but only after my house settled. that's why i ask urgent or not. i trying to move in b4 CNY so gotta rush abit.
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didn't put a dedicated thread for the progress of construction?

btw, what you did?

extension on the back? 1 floor i suppose

how much is the damage?
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[quote=FireIceCombo,Nov 12 2015, 08:01 PM]
u urgent or not ? my house job almost completed. so far about 70% completion. another few more weeks then settled jor. so far up to this mark of 70% completion, my contractor no screw up.......yet (cross fingers)
patient, responsible and trustworthy so far la. still another 30% to go so i wont comment good or bad yet until he settle for me 100% done then only i give my rating.

puchong area specialty, but now doing my place at shah alam. if u want, then i can give u his number, but only after my house settled. that's why i ask urgent or not. i trying to move in b4 CNY so gotta rush abit.
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QUOTE(loui @ Nov 20 2015, 03:36 PM)
bro

didn't put a dedicated thread for the progress of construction?

btw, what you did?

extension on the back? 1 floor i suppose

how much is the damage?
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no need dedicated thread la. small works only.

i extend 5 feet back all the way. broke down a maid room and a toilet. everything in (exclude kitchen furnishing/cabinet/hood/oven and all those electrical appliance) cost me around RM37k +/- without GST. Inside 37k includes floor tiling and the tiles itself, some plaster ceiling, knocking hacking wiring plumbing works, drainage and painting and u know la, all those "lai sui" stuff.

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I think this contractor is making some jokes with me
RM9500 for To supply workmanship to extend roof top 22x6',concrete base for 22*6, and 5 ' brick wall
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I think this contractor is making some jokes with me
RM9500 for To supply workmanship to extend roof top 22x6',concrete base for 22*6,  and 5 ' brick wall
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what your alternative quote ? nowadays, its true the prices of building materials have gone up. i work opposite a huge hardware shop, and the boss and me chit chat everyday. the prices really shot up unexpectedly. even a bag of diluted chalk went up 20 sen.
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QUOTE(FireIceCombo @ Nov 25 2015, 03:39 PM)
what your alternative quote ? nowadays, its true the prices of building materials have gone up. i work opposite a huge hardware shop, and the boss and me chit chat everyday. the prices really shot up unexpectedly. even a bag of diluted chalk went up 20 sen.
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I am getting about same price from another contractor which include workmanship and materials cost. Both contractors are using indo workers. I do expect higher price if the contractor hire local worker
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SEAFORD ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION - SA0263281-V
No. 85, Jln. USJ 3/4, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
email: seaford.construction@gmail.com
Contact: 012-379 5014
John Alvin Albert

This contractor started well during the initial stage, I was satisfied with the progress and all the sudden he start to delay the work with reason his workers were caught due to no work permit, then some equipment breakdown, then transporting some items, waiting for order, rainy season, and keep repeating same since April until now. Till now work has been done only 40% but had requested me to pay about 75% since his mistake to quote me lower and now he has to cover the material cost but ask my favour to pay first (In April & May). Last one week, this guy never answer my call or reply my messages.

Guys, please beware with this contractor and and don't fall to this trap, I suspect he might run similar business with different name.

Project started: April 8 2015
Total cost 10K.
Paid as of May 18 2015 7.3K

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Just wondering did anyone used tukang.com.my and how is the experience?

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QUOTE(FireIceCombo @ Nov 12 2015, 08:01 PM)
u urgent or not ? my house job almost completed. so far about 70% completion. another few more weeks then settled jor. so far up to this mark of 70% completion, my contractor no screw up.......yet (cross fingers)
patient, responsible and trustworthy so far la. still another 30% to go so i wont comment good or bad yet until he settle for me 100% done then only i give my rating.

puchong area specialty, but now doing my place at shah alam. if u want, then i can give u his number, but only after my house settled. that's why i ask urgent or not. i trying to move in b4 CNY so gotta rush abit.
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still got a week more to go. so far 90% completion, no complaints yet. plaster ceiling on the last segment and abit more towards the kitchen part. when completed only i can say if this contractor is 100% ok to be recommended or not. usually now is the touchy critical part. by end of completion, most contractors got tidak apa attitude 1. very screwed up 1. so far this one still very responsible......for now lah.

mahem if he screw up anything now i will bang balls. my cabinet due to arrive tomorrow and he has some stuff to do with my cabinet contractors. i wanna see whether he will chap this and that as according to his statement. he say he will clean the place for me la, do the minor works la all FOC. even after i move in he willing to come over and do the small bits for me. all small small thing he say no charge, but i'm sure oredi factor in from beginning liao.

so bro, wait abit more first ok ? once settled then i just hand out the number and contact here. if any tung gua tau fu happen now, i rather not give out his number. sked u all later come hantam me left right front center.

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I just want to vent my frustration here. I recently enlisted the help of MH Power Engineering through Lowyat to install some items in my house which requires drilling. It was just a simple task of making holes in the wall and hang the items. We agreed on the specific day to carry out the tasks which I applied leave, seek approval from the condo management and even double confirmed so that they would do it. However, the lady who is in charged suddenly bailed on me and messaged me during midnight saying that she had other "business deals" and cancelled promptly but rescheduled 5 days later. I was angry and confronted her of her irresponsibility and unprofessionalism.

I told her that if she wouldn't do her job then I wouldn't recommend her company at all due to her unreliability. I said I would ask the condo management to not use her service for future endeavor for other tenants. Instead of apologizing, this lady whose name is Gail, lashed out at me saying that I'm cyberbullying her and her company can sue me because I threatened to leave a bad review (serious?). She went on to say they only handle big businesses and she only accepted my request because she was kind enough. Furthermore, she attacked me on a personal level, saying that I was childish and very embarrassing that I dunno how to drill a wall. I was like WTF? Subsequently, she just asked me to find another contractor to do the job. Seriously, I think I really need some background check before enlisting people's help.

This is the detail of the company
MH Power Engineering
Block J3,
Persiaran Kewajipan, Court 6
Subang Jaya

Please be wary when approaching this company. Their customer service is BAD!

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QUOTE(x0angelus0x @ Dec 7 2015, 11:52 AM)
I just want to vent my frustration here. I recently enlisted the help of MH Power Engineering through Lowyat to install some items in my house which requires drilling. It was just a simple task of making holes in the wall and hang the items. We agreed on the specific day to carry out the tasks which I applied leave, seek approval from the condo management and even double confirmed so that they would do it. However, the lady who is in charged suddenly bailed on me and messaged me during midnight saying that she had other "business deals" and cancelled promptly but rescheduled 5 days later. I was angry and confronted her of her irresponsibility and unprofessionalism.

I told her that if she wouldn't do her job then I wouldn't recommend her company at all due to her unreliability. I said I would ask the condo management to not use her service for future endeavor for other tenants. Instead of apologizing, this lady whose name is Gail, lashed out at me saying that I'm cyberbullying her and her company can sue me because I threatened to leave a bad review (serious?). She went on to say they only handle big businesses and she only accepted my request because she was kind enough. Furthermore, she attacked me on a personal level, saying that I was childish and very embarrassing that I dunno how to drill a wall. I was like WTF? Subsequently, she just asked me to find another contractor to do the job. Seriously, I think I really need some background check before enlisting people's help.

This is the detail of the company
MH Power Engineering
Block J3,
Persiaran Kewajipan, Court 6
Subang Jaya

Please be wary when approaching this company. Their customer service is BAD!
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Company name: Sodeco
Website: http://www.sodeco.com.my/
Type: ID company. (one stop renovation)

Ask for quotation on 25th November 2015. Send email with layout and measurement.
After 2 weeks (9th December 2015), no update.
Msg no reply.
Call answered but wants to call back.
Never call back.

Then he msg saying:
Seems our company are pack till middle of next year. Sorry we can participate in your house reno this time reno.

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Lucky for you not to go with them and thanks for sharing here for everyone to be aware
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QUOTE(laoyitan1989 @ Sep 21 2015, 12:12 PM)
His name is NG SZE CHONG..his PHONE is 017-2863138 driving Ford Ranger..
He cover mostly KL and Seremban.. Beware..

Rate as Zero Star..
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I would like to rate this guy too, zero star.

Some add ons,
Company name:
Tropical Home Concept
Lot.34700 Jalan Galla Industri 1 Jalan Industrial Park 70200 Seremban

AVOID THIS GUY AT ALL COST!!!

Full of empty promises, bad workmanship, bad attitude, and kept lying.
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sorry guys for not updating for so long

i have updated post #1 with all the feedback

P.S. Pls provide contact number and contact person name next time you guys want to recommend or rant

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QUOTE(FireIceCombo @ Nov 12 2015, 08:01 PM)
u urgent or not ? my house job almost completed. so far about 70% completion. another few more weeks then settled jor. so far up to this mark of 70% completion, my contractor no screw up.......yet (cross fingers)
patient, responsible and trustworthy so far la. still another 30% to go so i wont comment good or bad yet until he settle for me 100% done then only i give my rating.

puchong area specialty, but now doing my place at shah alam. if u want, then i can give u his number, but only after my house settled. that's why i ask urgent or not. i trying to move in b4 CNY so gotta rush abit.
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Hi I will get my house key tomorrow, can recomend good contractor doing the following

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Adding/ replacing door
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Hi I will get my house key tomorrow, can recomend good contractor doing the following

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700 sqft house around 30k
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Anyone who looking for contractor..can try have a call at 010-2328786 Splendor renovation... Just finish done my place.. Very satisfied with his works... definitely recommend contractor...
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BAD CONTRACTOR Ben Chuah Eng Lock

Recently, somebody has been cheated again in Dec 2015. Read comment from the victim.
http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/...or-c702538.html

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Name: Ben Chuah Eng Lock
H/P: 017-2604042
Car plate: WNG 6808
Company address: LOT 765-B-10, JLN SUBANG 4, SG PENAGA, USJ SUBANG.
Private FB: https://www.facebook.com/englock.chuah
Company FB: https://www.facebook.com/ZANOTTASTUDIO
Company website: http://www.zanotta.com.my/

Please read this blog for real cases.
http://badcontractorbenchuah.blogspot.com/

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Bad complain on the carpentry. Beware of Kianzo Design

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QUOTE(brotan @ Jan 20 2016, 02:58 PM)
sorry guys for not updating for so long

i have updated post #1 with all the feedback

P.S. Pls provide contact number and contact person name next time you guys want to recommend or rant
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good effort... but i dont really understand your post... like for plaster ceiling, contractor with 4 stars rated, u put it under bad contractor list...

Actually, your post #1 and #2 also "All Bad Contractors List (Rating of < 3 on average)"... is it a typo or something?

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QUOTE(mango27 @ Apr 5 2016, 02:08 PM)
good effort... but i dont really understand your post... like for plaster ceiling, contractor with 4 stars rated, u put it under bad contractor list...

Actually, your post #1 and #2 also "All Bad Contractors List (Rating of < 3 on average)"... is it a typo or something?
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all bad contractors, doesn't matter what they do are under a single spoiler

the 4 stars for plaster means he is not in the bad contractor lisst


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Adding in a bad contractor. https://m.facebook.com/zemetal.ceiling/
Super lousy workmanship
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Adding in a bad contractor. https://m.facebook.com/zemetal.ceiling/
Super lousy workmanship
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Adding in a bad contractor. https://m.facebook.com/zemetal.ceiling/
Super lousy workmanship
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Name: Juwita Jalil
Company: Dirty Jobs
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/aty.yazit/posts/10153626818513758

friend had big problem with this contractor, can check story from facebook
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Shoddy wiring work with unsafe looping. The fact that the wires were concealed, gave me more headache to rectify it.

Name: Shahid
Mobile No. : 013-4444703

Pic of him below:
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Name: Juwita Jalil
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This lady last time quite big time wo n charges quite expensive. Now become like this?

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This lady last time quite big time wo n charges quite expensive. Now become like this?
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Hi

Looking for contractor to do

1) grill work - need custom made work
2) sliding glass door - need 2 stationary glass, and 2 movable glass door.
3) car porch leaking - need for repair with waterproofing chemical, and resurface concrete slab.

Please help share the contractor company name and person contact.

Thank you
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BAD contractor: http://www.csrenovations.com.my/

If you want a contractor that disrespects you and waste your time, contact them.

If your job is not big ( > 25K), don't bother with them. They are too rich for you.

If you like a bitch sales advisor, contact them.



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Saw this thread, wanted to post my contractor as bad but looking at the other stories seems like mine is quite good if compared. Everything good except the paint provided start to crack and bathroom turned yellowish after 1 year +. Normal wear and tear? Or lousy paint quality

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QUOTE(talibin @ Jul 3 2016, 08:15 AM)
Saw this thread, wanted to post my contractor as bad but looking at the other stories seems like mine is quite good if compared. Everything good except the paint provided start to crack and bathroom turned yellowish after 1 year +. Normal wear and tear? Or lousy paint quality
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The contractor was prompt and professional in his work?
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Any good minor renovation contractor to recommend in JB area?

Got a house there need to do some renovation to kitchen...

Thanks all.
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Any good wet work contractors or indon tukang area batu caves, gombak, selayang, etc?
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Hi!!

If you are looking for contractor for house renovation , I would like to recommend the contractor that I am using. Reason being is he is really good, honest and reliable. thumbsup.gif His price is also very competitive.

For Indon contractor, a lot of people worried that they will run away, but rest assured he will not as his family is here and his kids go to sch in Malaysia and he drives a Toyata Hilux biggrin.gif . He is really good as he give me sound advises and rather honest with me when it comes to charges. He done for a few of my friends already that why I am confident to say that he is really responsible with his job.

If you are keen you can check with him, ask him to quote and compare outside (please compare apple to apple ya). Just say Joanne recommend. he will give you a good price biggrin.gif

Feel free to ask me anything about his work biggrin.gif You know how happy I am with his work when I go around doing free advertisement for him biggrin.gif

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QUOTE(dd_gen @ Mar 4 2016, 11:19 PM)
Hi I will get my house key tomorrow, can recomend good contractor doing the following

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Wiring
Window & window frame
Painting
Adding/ replacing door
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Hi!!

You can try mine. So far so good. I really like him (as in his work) biggrin.gif cos he is honest and very easy going. He do wiring also but you need to specify how u wanna pull (e.g : from DB or point to point) thumbsup.gif His price is also very competitive.

If you are keen you can check with him, ask him to quote and compare outside (please compare apple to apple ya). Just say Joanne recommend. he will give you a good price biggrin.gif

Feel free to ask me anything about his work biggrin.gif You know how happy I am with his work when I go around doing free advertisement for him biggrin.gif

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QUOTE(ethanhan @ Jun 21 2016, 11:42 AM)
Hi

Looking for contractor to do

1) grill work - need custom made work
2) sliding glass door - need 2 stationary glass, and 2 movable glass door.
3) car porch leaking - need for repair with waterproofing chemical, and resurface  concrete slab.

Please help share the contractor company name and person contact.

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Hi ethanhan,

You may contact SAM @ 016 - 270 6505 from Jin Soo Deco & Renovation

You may visit their website

They helped me with my entire house renovation works. Of course, some they sub to other contractors in their expertise.

Hope this help
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Hi nuke13,

You may contact SAM @ 016 - 270 6505 from Jin Soo Deco & Renovation.

You may visit their website

They provides FREE site visit and quotation.

Hope this help.
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Hi nuke13,

You may contact SAM @ 016 - 270 6505 from Jin Soo Deco & Renovation.

You may visit their website

They provides FREE site visit and quotation.

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QUOTE(Aries86 @ Jul 16 2016, 04:44 PM)
Hi!!

You can try mine. So far so good. I really like him (as in his work) biggrin.gif cos he is honest and very easy going. He do wiring also but you need to specify how u wanna pull (e.g : from DB or point to point)  thumbsup.gif His price is also very competitive.

If you are keen you can check with him, ask him to quote and compare outside (please compare apple to apple ya). Just say Joanne recommend. he will give you a good price biggrin.gif

Feel free to ask me anything about his work biggrin.gif You know how happy I am with his work when I go around doing free advertisement for him biggrin.gif

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Where is the place?
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I would like to share my bad experience with these contractors rpl reno works@dta kitchen, both are the same companies running by the same guys. I got the contact from google and a few satisfied customers recommended this contractor, but the renovation works done by this contractor was minor renovation, unlike my renovation. Impressed with comments by a few customers in blogs, I set the deal with this contractor without detailed out the scope of work in the paper, I detailed out scope of work verbally as I trust this contractor, initially, the work was very impressive, the demolition work was very fast than I expected. The first problem started when they refused to apply skim coat even it’s clearly mention in the quotation, I found out they painted the wall without applying the skim coat, after few arguments with them, they finally agreed, but I have to bear the cost of the paints even it was their mistake. The second problem occurs when they argued about rooftop painting, they refused to do so, I show the final quotation to them as the painting works including rooftop, after few arguments with them, finally they agreed, but I didn’t know whether jet washing was used to clean the roof or they simply painted the roof.Only God knows. Another problem was they didn’t hack the wall for security doors installation as I instructed, I had given the measurement, the date of installation and in fact, I reminded them many times before I left Malaysia for holiday, I was very angry when I received the call from security door installer that the walls hadn’t been hacked, they told security installer I didn’t inform to them, I asked them why you said that to the security door installer, they said just small matter, they will hack the wall ..case closed ..WTF..I had to bear the cost because the wall was not ready.I check with the indons whether they monitor the work closely, what I thought was true, they didn’t monitor the work and they hardly came to check the progress and quality..they always asked for advance payment even they failed to achieve the progress, I advanced the payment 20% to speed up the work as they facing financial difficulty, but the progress was still the same..1 month delay, they even asked for another 20% because they had used my money for another project, I refused and no money will be given until they complete the job, I started monitor the work closely, I became free part-time site supervisor for them, I wasted my time a lot and they didn’t like it when I complain about the quality and the progress, my house was delay for almost 2 months, they left the house just like that even they said they promised to complete it in certain period but they failed, I hired 2 indons and myself to complete the job, I found many quality issues such as lack of cement beneath the tiles, socket outlets and switches were not properly installed, there were few holes on the plaster ceiling, some part of the walls were not skimmed as instructed, the pipe under the sink was installed wrongly ( I had to hack the wall to reinstall the pipe), the shower heater was placed wrongly..but the major part…kitchen cabinet, wardrobe and cabinet under the stairs..there were too many defects and the defects were very obvious..they knew the defects but they still want to install it, I refused to pay them balance 20% as they failed to complete the job after 3 times extension, apart from that funny things they said I didn’t complaint about the cabinet, ..their jobs to make sure the cabinet supply by them must be in good quality. Their workmanship was poor and totally disasater, cables are not properly insulated with pvc tape , I realized it when I replaced the downlights, data socket outlets were not properly wired( I did the termination myself), electrical outlets alignment are not uniform, cements are not sufficient for tiles ( when I knocked the tiles , I can hear the air trap beneath the tiles), the tiles installed at kitchen cabinet area are “waving”, the tiles horizontal surface level are not levelled due uneven cement. After I moved to the house, I got the call from him, he asked me about the balance, I said the work was not completed and I have to hire another contractor to finish the job, he cursing me as I refused to pay and he threatened me he would remove the half completed kitchen cabinet and wardrobe, I welcomed them because anyway I have to bear the cost for removal, as the day comes, he didn’t appear, I texted him but he didn’t reply, I guess It would add additional cost to him as the cabinets can’t be re-sole, without wasting my time, I hired 2 workers again to remove half completed cabinets, cost me extra money.Additional 15k I spent for another contractor for kitchen cabinet and understairs cabinet..So to conclude my story, do not hire dta kitchen @ rpl renovation or you will experiance the same fate as me, their fb and contact numbers are as below



https://www.facebook.com/dta.kitchen.1?fref=ts

https://www.facebook.com/rpl.works?fref=ts

DIN :013-6086905



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Hi all,
Would like to share my bad experience.

Contractor Name: Moritz Chin
Company Name: E Moritz Constru & Reno Sdn Bhd
No.1, Jalan 1/8, Bandar Tecknologi Kajang, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor
(Company No. 1088059-x)
Phone: +60162387767


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My wife and I have started my renovation journey around October 2015. Got a few quotations but chosen the most expensive one as felt comfortable communicating and dealing with the contractor. We felt that he was good, reliable and honest contractor by the way he talk and present himself. Plus he was in the midst of renovating another house in the same area. So our thought is what could go wrong?

And now it hit us. The contractor has left the job and we are left to find a new contractor to do the remaining work. Not sure other contractors willing to pick up the job as only small job left.

It’s all begin when I decided not to follow the initial plan. The initial plan was as following
a) To make brick partition (about 12ft x 16ft) including wooden door in master bedroom for wardrobe
b) To hack toilet wall and reconstruct to make the wardrobe space bigger

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For item a) he deducted 2k and item b) is 3K. So I started questioning him why he charges me 1.4k just to increase height of other wall (1ft x 10ft) and a wall about 12ft x 16ft including door only 2K? He kept saying it is based on lump sum price and can’t be calculated by formula however he said he will give additional discount. So I let it go assuming he will give me the discount.

As the work goes on, another issue pop up when he wanted to charge me additional 6.4k for the MS pergola behind the garden. Again I questioned him, why charge me additional when you and I have been discussing it since day 1. According to him, initial discussion was using less and thinner hollow. Now he use thicker material and the gap between each hollows are narrow. I remember clearly that from day 1 we have discussed to have a pergola that can prevent anyone to climb in as security is my wife main priority and I have been chasing him the design drawing which he unable to provide. Again, this is because I didn’t go with the window grill that he quote me 6.4k for the entire house because my wife preferred the security mesh.

Mainly because of this 2 issues, renovation works were put on hold until I have to make initiative move to ask him to come out to discuss this matters. We both concurred that I will pay him the exact amount that up to date while he will do all the works that we discussed with no additional charges unless it is additional/extra work.

**oh i remembered another issue is that he doesn't want to deduct out the kitchen concrete counter top which i didn't do at all.

I learned my lesson. Before paying him, I have list out all the things we have discussed and have he to agree with which he did. So I make another good deed move by paying him 1/3 of the balance as to amend our broken business trust and another 1/3 after he start/continue the work which he did after delaying me few days.

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Everything was ok until I asked him to dispose the garbage as he promised earlier that he will dispose it bits by bits with his pickup truck. What shock me is that he wanted to charge me. I told him that you have promised me and I assume he agreed as I did not get any reply from him.

After a few days, things get worst when he wanted to charge me 2 items that we have discussed and one of the item is because of poor workmanship. I disagree to pay him and this is when he started replying my call or text.

Now I’m looking for contractor for work as following
a) Touch up paint. House is left with hand prints everywhere
b) Parking pillar wash stone work. 80% completed (might need to remove it because of poor workmanship)
c) Parking area floor repaint.
d) Steps light for staircase relocation.
e) Master bedroom swing door.
f) Backyard garden
g) Crack line at the wall touch up

There are many other minor item that are too long to list out. So sad. Often I am left outside in the cold where he promised to come and work but did not show up. Found out only when I am at the site and come out with plenty of excuses when I texted him. No notification at all unless wanted to get payment where all the photos of works will flow in. Always informed me that "OUR COMPANY POLICY IS HAPPY ENDING FOR CUSTOMER" ranting.gif ranting.gif which is obviously bullshit!!

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I can only blame myself as I was too trusting and believe in gentleman agreement. I regretted not to follow what I learn in this forum, to get every single things ITEMIZED! That because contractor often will forget and not quote what has been discussed but you think that it is included. SO MAKE SURE ALL THINGS IS STATED IN THERE.

LESSON 1 LEARNED: ALL WORKS AND SUPPLIES MUST BE ITEMIZED!!
So you will not miss out anything you want or else will ended up arguing this and that just like my case.

LESSON 2 LEARNED: ALL AGREEMENT AND DISCUSSION OF ANY AMENDMENT MUST BE IN BLACK AND WHITE
They will forget what the promise after a while. so black and white is the best. but for my case is useless because is too late.

LESSON 3 LEARNED: DON’T EASILY FALL INTO ANY SWEET TALK. DON’T BE TOO TRUSTING
All the sweet talk is BS when $$ comes in. No money no honey! When they want you to pay, they will response and act faster and after payment back to 0.

LESSON 4 LEARNED: DOUBLE CHECK THE MEASUREMENT GIVEN.
To prevent over order. In my case, yes tiles. Promise to refund it but…..sigh

By the way, should I make police report as he has my house key? I texted him to return but no reply.
Besides that there is
Thanks for reading my rant.

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just sharing my current experience on my new condo renovation. currently we engaged Icon Factory as the turnkey ID & Contractor to do the design and renovation for my new condo, sized about 1500sqft. so far the experience is very pleasant. this is the second ID that we approached. and compared to the first one that we approached this team give us much better confidence to deliver the works. the team there are well verse about id and renovation and been patiently explaining all the details to us. last meeting with them took 5 hours to go through the details. sweat.gif the work is still ongoing and so far so good. they are backed up by quite a comprehensive list of supplier. the designer also took alot of efforts to do the detailing and to incorporating our views and preference. finger cross that the end product will be great. thumbup.gif rating given based on the experience doing business with them 4.5 stars.

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QUOTE(yahsoh @ Aug 30 2016, 02:38 PM)
Hi all,
Would like to share my bad experience.

Contractor Name: Moritz Chin
Company Name: E Moritz Constru & Reno Sdn Bhd
No.1, Jalan 1/8, Bandar Tecknologi Kajang, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor
(Company No. 1088059-x)
Phone: +60162387767


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My wife and I have started my renovation journey around October 2015. Got a few quotations but chosen the most expensive one as felt comfortable communicating and dealing with the contractor. We felt that he was good, reliable and honest contractor by the way he talk and present himself. Plus he was in the midst of renovating another house in the same area. So our thought is what could go wrong?

And now it hit us. The contractor has left the job and we are left to find a new contractor to do the remaining work. Not sure other contractors willing to pick up the job as only small job left.

It’s all begin when I decided not to follow the initial plan. The initial plan was as following
a) To make brick partition (about 12ft x 16ft) including wooden door in master bedroom for wardrobe
b) To hack toilet wall and reconstruct to make the wardrobe space bigger

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For item a) he deducted 2k and item b) is 3K. So I started questioning him why he charges me 1.4k just to increase height of other wall (1ft x 10ft) and a wall about 12ft x 16ft including door only 2K? He kept saying it is based on lump sum price and can’t be calculated by formula however he said he will give additional discount. So I let it go assuming he will give me the discount.

As the work goes on, another issue pop up when he wanted to charge me additional 6.4k for the MS pergola behind the garden. Again I questioned him, why charge me additional when you and I have been discussing it since day 1. According to him, initial discussion was using less and thinner hollow. Now he use thicker material and the gap between each hollows are narrow. I remember clearly that from day 1 we have discussed to have a pergola that can prevent anyone to climb in as security is my wife main priority and I have been chasing him the design drawing which he unable to provide. Again, this is because I didn’t go with the window grill that he quote me 6.4k for the entire house because my wife preferred the security mesh.

Mainly because of this 2 issues, renovation works were put on hold until I have to make initiative move to ask him to come out to discuss this matters. We both concurred that I will pay him the exact amount that up to date while he will do all the works that we discussed with no additional charges unless it is additional/extra work.

**oh i remembered another issue is that he doesn't want to deduct out the kitchen concrete counter top which i didn't do at all.

I learned my lesson. Before paying him, I have list out all the things we have discussed and have he to agree with which he did. So I make another good deed move by paying him 1/3 of the balance as to amend our broken business trust and another 1/3 after he start/continue the work which he did after delaying me few days.

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Everything was ok until I asked him to dispose the garbage as he promised earlier that he will dispose it bits by bits with his pickup truck. What shock me is that he wanted to charge me. I told him that you have promised me and I assume he agreed as I did not get any reply from him.

After a few days, things get worst when he wanted to charge me 2 items that we have discussed and one of the item is because of poor workmanship. I disagree to pay him and this is when he started replying my call or text.

Now I’m looking for contractor for work as following
a) Touch up paint. House is left with hand prints everywhere
b) Parking pillar wash stone work. 80% completed (might need to remove it because of poor workmanship)
c) Parking area floor repaint.
d) Steps light for staircase relocation.
e) Master bedroom swing door.
f) Backyard garden
g)    Crack line at the wall  touch up

There are many other minor item that are too long to list out. So sad. Often I am left outside in the cold where he promised to come and work but did not show up. Found out only when I am at the site and come out with plenty of excuses when I texted him. No notification at all unless wanted to get payment where all the photos of works will flow in. Always informed me that "OUR COMPANY POLICY IS HAPPY ENDING FOR CUSTOMER"  ranting.gif  ranting.gif which is obviously bullshit!!

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I can only blame myself as I was too trusting and believe in gentleman agreement. I regretted not to follow what I learn in this forum, to get every single things ITEMIZED! That because contractor often will forget and not quote what has been discussed but you think that it is included. SO MAKE SURE ALL THINGS IS STATED IN THERE.

LESSON 1 LEARNED: ALL WORKS AND SUPPLIES MUST BE ITEMIZED!!
So you will not miss out anything you want or else will ended up arguing this and that just like my case.

LESSON 2 LEARNED: ALL AGREEMENT AND DISCUSSION OF ANY AMENDMENT MUST BE IN BLACK AND WHITE
They will forget what the promise after a while. so black and white is the best. but for my case is useless because is too late.

LESSON 3 LEARNED: DON’T EASILY FALL INTO ANY SWEET TALK. DON’T BE TOO TRUSTING
All the sweet talk is BS when $$ comes in. No money no honey! When they want you to pay, they will response and act faster and after payment back to 0.

LESSON 4 LEARNED: DOUBLE CHECK THE MEASUREMENT GIVEN.
To prevent over order. In my case, yes tiles. Promise to refund it but…..sigh

By the way, should I make police report as he has my house key? I texted him to return but no reply.
Besides that there is
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sounds very bad for u and sorry to hear that.. u should lodge a police report jz in case. i wonder if can also report to kpndkk..
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Reading all these posts about some of the contractors, I am glad that I have engaged one really good contractors for my office renovation. Not only was he accommodating but was quick to solve problem created by the building management. Price wise was good as well. Guess, good contractors are getting scarce.
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QUOTE(alicia @ Sep 21 2016, 12:42 PM)
Reading all these posts about some of the contractors, I am glad that I have engaged one really good contractors for my office renovation. Not only was he accommodating but was quick to solve problem created by the building management. Price wise was good as well. Guess, good contractors are getting scarce.
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this i can relate to. My house undergoing renovation now also and i am so glad that the contractor i got is doing a good job so far. fingers crossed it will be smooth sailing until the end. biggrin.gif
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please update.

https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=4019899&hl=

not sure if the moderators could post this up as important topic, for general awareness. didn't realize such a thread existed until i got conned.
met the ID from LYN too.

cherroy, boon,lucifah

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Hi guys, here to share my short experience with "CF (Chun Fatt) RENOVATION , ROOF LEAKS & PLUMBING WORKS"

We requested that they come over to look at our leaking roof. Their website clearly states they don't charge for inspection. When the inspection was done, they asked for RM100.

We argued and they said that free statement was just for viewing, not the thorough inspection that they did.

Just stay away from that company. The dude said they don't want to lie to customers, but guess what buddy, you just did!

Anyway, does anyone here knows of a good roofing expert who is willing to do free inspection around KL area? Right now I am just so done with this crap.

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I've problem with water leakage on family hall / stairs ceiling. Suspect due to waterproofing on open space rooftop above that area.

Found this on Kaodim. Naz Asia Tech Sdn Bhd.

http://nazrenovation.com/contact/contact-information/
https://www.kaodim.com/service-providers/ma...ia-tech-sdn-bhd

Booked. Nizam (019 381 1510) came for inspection. Clearly said it might due to waterproofing & will come again for repair.

He sent 2 contractors & drove off. End up they unable to repair or do anything because they thought the problem was because of roof / zinc leakage rather concrete slab waterproofing. They didn't bring appropriate equipment Wasting time.

3rd visit with 2 contractors also, he drove off. Applied waterproofing membrane, put some piping for better rain water flow, etc. 4th visit for ceiling paint job.

After 3 days watermark appeared again on the same spot. Contact Nizam, he said Ok. Nothing happens up to now. No follow up, etc. Give up already.

1. He hardly to be contacted
2. He'll not follow up on your call or appointment made. Normally I'm the one pursuing to get confirmation for appointment. Few times he cancelled last minutes without notice.
3. Workmanship, leak again after few days, what else I can say. Paint job, so-so.

Personally, I'm not satisfied & regret hiring him. Actually I'm quite desperate during that time because of leakage was getting worst day by day. Preferably other not to hire him as well, if possible.

And now the leaking is still happening. Called Achik which recommended Joanne on this thread. He's busy with other renovation job.

Can anybody suggest a good contractor for this kind of job? Reasonable price too. It could be just a minimal touch up. Thanks!
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read all thr stories make me feel so eerie.just received my 1st house key.need to find a good and thrusworthy contractor like find a needle in haystack..
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QUOTE(rhenadal @ Sep 27 2016, 01:44 PM)
this i can relate to. My house undergoing renovation now also and i am so glad that the contractor i got is doing a good job so far. fingers crossed it will be smooth sailing until the end.  biggrin.gif
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Hi, can you share ur contractor's contact?
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QUOTE(Aries86 @ Jul 16 2016, 04:35 PM)
Hi!!

If you are looking for contractor for house renovation , I would like to recommend the contractor that I am using. Reason being is he is really good, honest and reliable.  thumbsup.gif  His price is also very competitive.

For Indon contractor, a lot of people worried that they will run away, but rest assured he will not as his family is here and his kids go to sch in Malaysia and he drives a Toyata Hilux biggrin.gif . He is really good as he give me sound advises and rather honest with me when it comes to charges. He done for a few of my friends already that why I am confident to say that he is really responsible with his job.

If you are keen you can check with him, ask him to quote and compare outside (please compare apple to apple ya). Just say Joanne recommend. he will give you a good price biggrin.gif

Feel free to ask me anything about his work biggrin.gif You know how happy I am with his work when I go around doing free advertisement for him biggrin.gif

Achik - 016-347 7883
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Hi guys, I can attest and concur to what claimed by Joanne. Achik have done great job renovated my apartment in Bandar Sri Permaisuri (Feb2017). He is someone that can be trusted and relied on thumbup.gif thumbup.gif thumbup.gif

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This is a very useful thread. I think it should be pinned.

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QUOTE(theeastdevil @ Feb 28 2017, 09:50 AM)
Hi guys, I can attest and concur to what claimed by Joanne. Achik have done great job renovated my apartment in Bandar Sri Permaisuri (Feb2017). He is someone that can be trusted and relied on  thumbup.gif  thumbup.gif  thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(samurai_ghost @ Dec 17 2016, 06:44 PM)
I've problem with water leakage on family hall / stairs ceiling. Suspect due to waterproofing on open space rooftop above that area.

Found this on Kaodim. Naz Asia Tech Sdn Bhd.

http://nazrenovation.com/contact/contact-information/
https://www.kaodim.com/service-providers/ma...ia-tech-sdn-bhd

Booked. Nizam (019 381 1510) came for inspection. Clearly said it might due to waterproofing & will come again for repair.

He sent 2 contractors & drove off. End up they unable to repair or do anything because they thought the problem was because of roof / zinc leakage rather concrete slab waterproofing. They didn't bring appropriate equipment Wasting time.

3rd visit with 2 contractors also, he drove off. Applied waterproofing membrane, put some piping for better rain water flow, etc. 4th visit for ceiling paint job.

After 3 days watermark appeared again on the same spot. Contact Nizam, he said Ok. Nothing happens up to now. No follow up, etc. Give up already.

1. He hardly to be contacted
2. He'll not follow up on your call or appointment made. Normally I'm the one pursuing to get confirmation for appointment. Few times he cancelled last minutes without notice.
3. Workmanship, leak again after few days, what else I can say. Paint job, so-so.

Personally, I'm not satisfied & regret hiring him. Actually I'm quite desperate during that time because of leakage was getting worst day by day. Preferably other not to hire him as well, if possible.

And now the leaking is still happening. Called Achik which recommended Joanne on this thread. He's busy with other renovation job.

Can anybody suggest a good contractor for this kind of job? Reasonable price too. It could be just a minimal touch up. Thanks!
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Thats bad experience indeed... better stick with recommended ones than internet contacts

have you repaired your waterproofing, finally which contractor did good job ?
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QUOTE(junkers04 @ Dec 17 2016, 11:59 AM)
Hi guys, here to share my short experience with "CF (Chun Fatt) RENOVATION , ROOF LEAKS & PLUMBING WORKS"

We requested that they come over to look at our leaking roof. Their website clearly states they don't charge for inspection. When the inspection was done, they asked for RM100.

We argued and they said that free statement was just for viewing, not the thorough inspection that they did.

Just stay away from that company. The dude said they don't want to lie to customers, but guess what buddy, you just did!

Anyway, does anyone here knows of a good roofing expert who is willing to do free inspection around KL area? Right now I am just so done with this crap.
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I think he is right...viewing (not going through details) is different than inspection ...hence he is charging....but yes, he shd have said "if u want me to do inspection than its RM100 before hand"

same like monitoring vs oversee vs supervise vs manage etc....all have different meanings and scope

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BTW any recommended registered company for wall leaking/mould/mosse/algae?

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QUOTE(jerccy @ Apr 20 2017, 08:27 PM)
I did my house renovation recently. Please share this out.

He is a terrible and irresponsible person, SAM 016-270 6505      ranting.gif  mad.gif

SAM 016-270 6505            mad.gif  vmad.gif

SAM 016-270 6505              vmad.gif     

SAM 016-270 6505                ranting.gif 

He did not come again after receiving my deposit. He passed my house renovation job to an Indonesian guy, This Indonesian told me will collect payment from me. OH MY GOD!

Please share this out, do not look for this guy for any renovation at all.

SAM 016-270 6505          ranting.gif

P/S; I HOPE NO BODY LIKE ME CHEAPTED BY THIS GUY AGAIN. SAM 016-270 6505      ranting.gif 

ACTUALLY I GOT HIM TEL NO.THROUGHT HERE AS WELL.

SO, I MUST TELL HERE !!
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[quote=jerccy,Apr 20 2017, 08:27 PM]

Thanks for sharing. Sorry to hear about it Have added him to my blacklist.

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What's that???? Tiles?
What a shit job!!!

Better tell him re-do leh. You will be living there and have to look at it everyday. Will be very sakit hati one.

The floor skirting grout lines are not even lined up with the floor tiles. I had my kitchen tiles removed and redone because it was not the design i wanted. Lucky i go everyday and he said not really hardened yet so dug all the tiles up and re-lay.


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really sorry to hear that...i know how painful it can be


wallau....got website samo to create impression that he is hi tech know-how guy...

if u have receipts or contracts etc...try complain in persatuan pengguna and see
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Any good recommended Contractor for Sg Besi condo?

Wanna do some works.

Electrical, cabinet, plaster ceilling and etc.

Thanks
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QUOTE(noiseemunkee @ Sep 20 2016, 08:23 PM)
just sharing my current experience on my new condo renovation. currently we engaged Icon Factory as the turnkey ID & Contractor to do the design and renovation for my new condo, sized about 1500sqft. so far the experience is very pleasant. this is the second ID that we approached. and compared to the first one that we approached this team give us much better confidence to deliver the works. the team there are well verse about id and renovation and been patiently explaining all the details to us. last meeting with them took 5 hours to go through the details.  sweat.gif the work is still ongoing and so far so good. they are backed up by quite a comprehensive list of supplier. the designer also took alot of efforts to do the detailing and to incorporating our views and preference. finger cross that the end product will be great. thumbup.gif  rating given based on the experience doing business with them 4.5 stars.
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Can pm me detail and how the price goes? Some ID do quote crazy price.
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Hi there guys, this thread has been an eye opener.

I need some help with getting a contact of a reliable contractor who can deliver on ID designs. I have already got ID designs made by an ID however the charges to construct it is ridiculously high being done by ID etc.

Does anyone know who can deliver an ID design reliably ? Basically just follow the designs and don't want anything else. Ideally a contractor who is experienced in both ID and construction.

Thank you.
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Hi,

Just finished my renovation for my double storey terrace house at Kemuning and I had engaged 2 contractors (1 for general and 1 for bedroom wardrobe + study table). Based on my experience with them, I’m very satisfied with the job been done by these 2 contractors and decided to share it at here.

For Unity Kitchen:
Rating = 5/5
I get them to work on the wardrobe + study table based on the helpful reviews given by the forumer here and had no regret on it.

For general contractor:
I hired the below contractor for the main chunk of my renovation.

UB Renovation & Construction Works
TEL: 03-5131 4685 H/P: 019-373 9898 (William) & 019-606 0389 (William - Whatsapp)
No.42A, Jalan Kemuning Prima E33/E, Kemuning Utama, Sek 33, 40400 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan.

Below is the renovation work that I had done (basically, it’s a whole house renovation):
1. Auto-gate motor and security door + installation.
2. Plaster ceiling for living & dining hall + light points + air-cond piping
3. TV rack and backboard + unifi point
4. Dry kitchen cabinet + Quartz top + mosaic tile (3” x 6”) on wall between top cabinet and quartz top + sliding door
5. Wet kitchen concrete top + tiles and cabinet below + mosaic tile (3” x 6”) on wall above hob till ceiling height + exhaust fan
6. Backyard floor concrete with B.R.C + tiles + concrete wall fence + small gate + Roof + grill between roof and fence + concrete table top with tiles + wall tile at cooker wall and washing area wall.
7. Master room sliding door (for walk-in wardrobe) + air-cond piping + shower screen
8. Other bedrooms (x3) air-cond piping + water heater point
9. Painting for interior, exterior, grill, door and staircase handle + plaster ceiling (included paint)
10. Miscellaneous like additional power sockets + switch + light points, installation of appliances + lights + fans, plumber work on sink + toilet accessories + water leaking fixes and etc…

Rating = 5/5

The main reason for getting a general contractor for renovation was so that I just need to deal with 1 person/party and this 1 person/party will then help me to coordinate the renovation progress for me. I have to said that William from UB totally live up to my expectation where he always keeps me well inform not only on the progress but also on the things that I need to prepare for him on subsequent process (like sample of downlight before light hole cutting on plaster ceiling, paint color code on which wall before interior painting, light + fan + heater readiness before wireman coming over for installation, …etc). Even on the additional things that I requested, he will still help me to coordinate it.

One great thing about William was he really listen to my request and he will itemize it down clearly in the quotation. Any additional request that I make later during the renovation, he also gets it itemize clearly. He is also an honest contractor where whatever idea/request that I have which is not practical or do-able, he will straight advise me about it instead of keep saying yes. Also, he charged the additional request accordingly and reasonably.

Another great thing is he is well versed in English and very responsive on WhatsApp…!!! (I personally feel that this is something that you don’t usually see it from uncle which is 50 years old and above.) This had made my life easier to communicate with him as whatever ideas or questions that I have or whatever things that I think need to be touch up, I can just snap a photo or video, WhatsApp to him and he will reply back and then follow up on it.

For pricing wise, I can't say he is the cheapest 1 nor the most expensive 1, but it is negotiable and reasonable to me. During my quotation time, I do point out the pricing on some items are not competitive enough and he did look into it and then work out a better pricing for it. He even gave me some extra discount on the total amount of the initial quotation. Payment wise was 1K to confirm using his renovation services and then paid progressively after he completed certain progress for the renovation. For the additional items that I requested during the reno process, he did not take the advantage to mark up the price and charge me "kaw kaw" on it. In stead, he gave me an estimated price 1st and when I'm ok with it, he will then updated it into the additional item's quotation.

Lastly, I was really amazed that at the end of renovation, he did clean up the house for me…!!! Although not 100% clean but It is more like 80% clean and it had made my life much easier when I clean up the unit myself. Not to mention that he did finish up all the touch up on the things that I requested him to touch up.

So, I would say that the experience that I have with UB renovation is great, positive and I think he deserves a 5 stars rating from me. thumbsup.gif

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QUOTE(micro_machine_77 @ May 1 2017, 11:53 PM)
Hi,

Just finished my renovation for my double storey terrace house at Kemuning and I had engaged 2 contractors (1 for general and 1 for bedroom wardrobe + study table). Based on my experience with them, I’m very satisfied with the job been done by these 2 contractors and decided to share it at here.

For Unity Kitchen:
Rating = 5/5
I get them to work on the wardrobe + study table based on the helpful reviews given by the forumer here and had no regret on it.

For general contractor:
I hired the below contractor for the main chunk of my renovation.

UB Renovation & Construction Works
TEL: 03-5131 4685 H/P: 019-373 9898 (William) & 019-606 0389 (William - Whatsapp)
No.42A, Jalan Kemuning Prima E33/E, Kemuning Utama, Sek 33, 40400 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan.

Below is the renovation work that I had done (basically, it’s a whole house renovation):
1. Auto-gate motor and security door + installation.
2. Plaster ceiling for living & dining hall + light points + air-cond piping
3. TV rack and backboard + unifi point
4. Dry kitchen cabinet + Quartz top + mosaic tile (3” x 6”) on wall between top cabinet and quartz top + sliding door
5. Wet kitchen concrete top + tiles and cabinet below + mosaic tile (3” x 6”) on wall above hob till ceiling height + exhaust fan
6. Backyard floor concrete with B.R.C + tiles + concrete wall fence + small gate + Roof + grill between roof and fence + concrete table top with tiles + wall tile at cooker wall and washing area wall.
7. Master room sliding door (for walk-in wardrobe) + air-cond piping + shower screen
8. Other bedrooms (x3) air-cond piping + water heater point
9. Painting for interior, exterior, grill, door and staircase handle + plaster ceiling (included paint)
10. Miscellaneous like additional power sockets + switch + light points, installation of appliances + lights + fans, plumber work on sink + toilet accessories + water leaking fixes and etc… 

Rating = 5/5

The main reason for getting a general contractor for renovation was so that I just need to deal with 1 person/party and this 1 person/party will then help me to coordinate the renovation progress for me. I have to said that William from UB totally live up to my expectation where he always keeps me well inform not only on the progress but also on the things that I need to prepare for him on subsequent process (like sample of downlight before light hole cutting on plaster ceiling, paint color code on which wall before interior painting, light + fan + heater readiness before wireman coming over for installation, …etc). Even on the additional things that I requested, he will still help me to coordinate it.

One great thing about William was he really listen to my request and he will itemize it down clearly in the quotation. Any additional request that I make later during the renovation, he also gets it itemize clearly. He is also an honest contractor where whatever idea/request that I have which is not practical or do-able, he will straight advise me about it instead of keep saying yes. Also, he charged the additional request accordingly and reasonably.

Another great thing is he is well versed in English and very responsive on WhatsApp…!!! (I personally feel that this is something that you don’t usually see it from uncle which is 50 years old and above.) This had made my life easier to communicate with him as whatever ideas or questions that I have or whatever things that I think need to be touch up, I can just snap a photo or video, WhatsApp to him and he will reply back and then follow up on it.

For pricing wise, I can't say he is the cheapest 1 nor the most expensive 1, but it is negotiable and reasonable to me. During my quotation time, I do point out the pricing on some items are not competitive enough and he did look into it and then work out a better pricing for it. He even gave me some extra discount on the total amount of the initial quotation. Payment wise was 1K to confirm using his renovation services and then paid progressively after he completed certain progress for the renovation. For the additional items that I requested during the reno process, he did not take the advantage to mark up the price and charge me "kaw kaw" on it. In stead, he gave me an estimated price 1st and when I'm ok with it, he will then updated it into the additional item's quotation.

Lastly, I was really amazed that at the end of renovation, he did clean up the house for me…!!! Although not 100% clean but It is more like 80% clean and it had made my life much easier when I clean up the unit myself. Not to mention that he did finish up all the touch up on the things that I requested him to touch up.

So, I would say that the experience that I have with UB renovation is great, positive and I think he deserves a 5 stars rating from me.  thumbsup.gif
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Avoid MG Home Builders (USJ). The owners are friendly and did finished the job scope, however seems to be inexperienced. They do not seem to have permanent workers too, thus the worker will only comes as and when they wish.

My cement floor comes out within days after the work completed. Uses wrong connector for water heater installation resulted in leaking, the plaster ceiling now with 4 holes that is getting bigger day by day.
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Hi guys.

Just finished renovation to my dream home recently. I used the same contractor as previously.

I wanted to share a bit on my experience with Mr Yap's services.

For starters, he is very accommodating with your requests and can easily give you pros and cons for your request. And he help overcome the con so that you still get what you want without compromising quality.

Since we are living in the same house during the renovation process, the workers even make sure to keep everything clean while working indoors. They do a good job and follow up with all my requests. Especially when I wanted to a small gate to the entrance of my house. Very pleasant.

It is definitely a good experience and I'm so glad that I did not have to go through any horror stories like what I have read here.

Pricing was definitely reasonable as I compared with several companies on Kaodim and it was still within my budget. Not to mention the fact that he overlook minor fixes in order to help out.

Mr Yap even went above and beyond to make sure the job was done satisfactorily. Last day of reno, he personally show up (even though he did not have to) and fixed up last items with his team of technicians. I really appreciated that gesture.

Mr Yap's work in both my houses definitely left a lasting good impression. Will definitely recommend his service and can vouch his good work.

And since good things must be shared; contact details below. smile.gif


0123291682
Yap Peng Kim
VNB Trading
Company Reg No: 002009406-P

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Hi guys.

Just finished renovation to my dream home recently. I used the same contractor as previously.

I wanted to share a bit on my experience with Mr Yap's services.

For starters, he is very accommodating with your requests and can easily give you pros and cons for your request. And he help overcome the con so that you still get what you want without compromising quality.

Since we are living in the same house during the renovation process, the workers even make sure to keep everything clean while working indoors. They do a good job and follow up with all my requests. Especially when I wanted to a small gate to the entrance of my house. Very pleasant.

It is definitely a good experience and I'm so glad that I did not have to go through any horror stories like what I have read here.

Pricing was definitely reasonable as I compared with several companies on Kaodim and it was still within my budget. Not to mention the fact that he overlook minor fixes in order to help out.

Mr Yap even went above and beyond to make sure the job was done satisfactorily. Last day of reno, he personally show up (even though he did not have to) and fixed up last items with his team of technicians. I really appreciated that gesture.

Mr Yap's work in both my houses definitely left a lasting good impression. Will definitely recommend his service and can vouch his good work.

And since good things must be shared; contact details below.  smile.gif
0123291682
Yap Peng Kim
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Company Reg No: 002009406-P
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micro_machine_77,

Hi..Is UB Construction a general contractor? Do they provide the services for kitchen cabinet+kitchen island and built-in wardrobe? Thanks.

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Hi,

Just finished my renovation for my double storey terrace house at Kemuning and I had engaged 2 contractors (1 for general and 1 for bedroom wardrobe + study table). Based on my experience with them, I’m very satisfied with the job been done by these 2 contractors and decided to share it at here.

For Unity Kitchen:
Rating = 5/5
I get them to work on the wardrobe + study table based on the helpful reviews given by the forumer here and had no regret on it.

For general contractor:
I hired the below contractor for the main chunk of my renovation.

UB Renovation & Construction Works
TEL: 03-5131 4685 H/P: 019-373 9898 (William) & 019-606 0389 (William - Whatsapp)
No.42A, Jalan Kemuning Prima E33/E, Kemuning Utama, Sek 33, 40400 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan.

Below is the renovation work that I had done (basically, it’s a whole house renovation):
1. Auto-gate motor and security door + installation.
2. Plaster ceiling for living & dining hall + light points + air-cond piping
3. TV rack and backboard + unifi point
4. Dry kitchen cabinet + Quartz top + mosaic tile (3” x 6”) on wall between top cabinet and quartz top + sliding door
5. Wet kitchen concrete top + tiles and cabinet below + mosaic tile (3” x 6”) on wall above hob till ceiling height + exhaust fan
6. Backyard floor concrete with B.R.C + tiles + concrete wall fence + small gate + Roof + grill between roof and fence + concrete table top with tiles + wall tile at cooker wall and washing area wall.
7. Master room sliding door (for walk-in wardrobe) + air-cond piping + shower screen
8. Other bedrooms (x3) air-cond piping + water heater point
9. Painting for interior, exterior, grill, door and staircase handle + plaster ceiling (included paint)
10. Miscellaneous like additional power sockets + switch + light points, installation of appliances + lights + fans, plumber work on sink + toilet accessories + water leaking fixes and etc… 

Rating = 5/5

The main reason for getting a general contractor for renovation was so that I just need to deal with 1 person/party and this 1 person/party will then help me to coordinate the renovation progress for me. I have to said that William from UB totally live up to my expectation where he always keeps me well inform not only on the progress but also on the things that I need to prepare for him on subsequent process (like sample of downlight before light hole cutting on plaster ceiling, paint color code on which wall before interior painting, light + fan + heater readiness before wireman coming over for installation, …etc). Even on the additional things that I requested, he will still help me to coordinate it.

One great thing about William was he really listen to my request and he will itemize it down clearly in the quotation. Any additional request that I make later during the renovation, he also gets it itemize clearly. He is also an honest contractor where whatever idea/request that I have which is not practical or do-able, he will straight advise me about it instead of keep saying yes. Also, he charged the additional request accordingly and reasonably.

Another great thing is he is well versed in English and very responsive on WhatsApp…!!! (I personally feel that this is something that you don’t usually see it from uncle which is 50 years old and above.) This had made my life easier to communicate with him as whatever ideas or questions that I have or whatever things that I think need to be touch up, I can just snap a photo or video, WhatsApp to him and he will reply back and then follow up on it.

For pricing wise, I can't say he is the cheapest 1 nor the most expensive 1, but it is negotiable and reasonable to me. During my quotation time, I do point out the pricing on some items are not competitive enough and he did look into it and then work out a better pricing for it. He even gave me some extra discount on the total amount of the initial quotation. Payment wise was 1K to confirm using his renovation services and then paid progressively after he completed certain progress for the renovation. For the additional items that I requested during the reno process, he did not take the advantage to mark up the price and charge me "kaw kaw" on it. In stead, he gave me an estimated price 1st and when I'm ok with it, he will then updated it into the additional item's quotation.

Lastly, I was really amazed that at the end of renovation, he did clean up the house for me…!!! Although not 100% clean but It is more like 80% clean and it had made my life much easier when I clean up the unit myself. Not to mention that he did finish up all the touch up on the things that I requested him to touch up.

So, I would say that the experience that I have with UB renovation is great, positive and I think he deserves a 5 stars rating from me.  :thumbsup:
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Hi..Is UB Construction a general contractor? Do they provide the services for kitchen cabinet+kitchen island and built-in wardrobe? Thanks
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Yes, UB is a general contractor which had helped me to coordinate most of the reno of my house.
He did provide the service for kitchen cabinet.
For kitchen island, my kitchen is not that big to fit-in an island but I think UB do provide the service too.
For built-in wardrobe, I was thinking to get IKEA but later on changed my mind and go for Unity Kitchen.

If you asked me why I did not get UK for kitchen cabinet, it was due to there are some services that UK does not provide like plumbing, wiring, small mosaic tiling and sliding door.
Although they can advise on it, but, that is not what I want as I don't have the time to coordinate it myself.
Therefore, I decided to use the services from UB.


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QUOTE(micro_machine_77 @ Jun 3 2017, 12:45 AM)
Hi,

Yes, UB is a general contractor which had helped me to coordinate most of the reno of my house.
He did provide the service for kitchen cabinet.
For kitchen island, my kitchen is not that big to fit-in an island but I think UB do provide the service too.
For built-in wardrobe, I was thinking to get IKEA but later on changed my mind and go for Unity Kitchen.

If you asked me why I did not get UK for kitchen cabinet, it was due to there are some services that UK does not provide like plumbing, wiring, small mosaic tiling and sliding door.
Although they can advise on it, but, that is not what I want as I don't have the time to coordinate it myself.
Therefore, I decided to use the services from UB.
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ok. thanks for the reply! really helpful..
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Stay away from Danial who does electrical work in one soho subang jaya. Cool Night Marketing 0178822824
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Also stay away from IT Design and Builders Sunway, they are run by a bunch of Bangladeshis hidden behind local representatives. They have no civil engineer qualification and certification. Their electrician are from Bangladesh and workers that cannot be relied upon. Always making mistakes and have to be taught by the customer how to do their job. Charge quite cheap but dont be penny wise pound foolish.
Everything can do .... hahaha engage at your own risk
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Also stay away from IT Design and Builders Sunway, they are run by a bunch of Bangladeshis hidden behind local representatives. They have no civil engineer qualification and certification. Their electrician are from Bangladesh and workers that cannot be relied upon. Always making mistakes and have to be taught by the customer how to do their job. Charge quite cheap but dont be penny wise pound foolish.
Everything can do .... hahaha engage at your own risk
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you can see that i've already provided feedback about this contractor on the first page listing. somehow, the admin seem to have deleted my feedback coz post #62 refers to another comment now.

7) General Contractor
Vendor Lowyat ID : Service Location : Name/Com : Contact ==> NA : Klang Valley, 019-3792982 Rafiq, IT Design & Builders Sdn. Bhd

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the pic above is the face of the useless bangladeshi boss.

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QUOTE(JudgeMental2017 @ Jun 5 2017, 06:25 PM)
Also stay away from IT Design and Builders Sunway, they are run by a bunch of Bangladeshis hidden behind local representatives. They have no civil engineer qualification and certification. Their electrician are from Bangladesh and workers that cannot be relied upon. Always making mistakes and have to be taught by the customer how to do their job. Charge quite cheap but dont be penny wise pound foolish.
Everything can do .... hahaha engage at your own risk
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too bad i didn't check their ssm info beforehand to find out that the owner is a bangladeshi bangwall.gif

Registration Number 810602-M
Entity Name IT DESIGN & BUILDERS SDN. BHD.
GST Number 002083557376

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QUOTE(cikdoralin @ Jun 3 2017, 01:28 AM)
ok. thanks for the reply! really helpful..
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want ask the UB price to do cabinet ok?
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I haven't contact UB yet. still waiting for other contractors that I've met to give us the quotation first..
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hi Folks
can you all please help me.My apartment window seems to be leaking/water marks on the wall inside unit and now it seems its heading down to level 12 unit as well.
I truly need a good contractor who can sort it our for me. Also the bathroom floor needs to be water proofed as well.


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Hi, i am looking for carpentry work for Kitchen Cabinet, can somebody recommend a good contractor for this job ?
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I just got scam by Kenny ct aka ct yap (seng) from twh renovation works.
Works: balcony grill
Deposit half payment made to him
Promise to pay me back my money in June end 2017, coz he never did my grill, but till now never reply me or call me.
Always change mobile number. Said phone lost And last said phone got problem.

His facebook
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i highly recommend to look for registered and active enterprise or sdn bhd companies....con mans lurks in cheap segment.

if table top standard price quoted by ent or sdn bhd is around 3k then be it....if someones say he can do for 1.5-2k then you are taking 100% gamble on him (cash, no receipt, no quote etc) if you do not know him...

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Contractor: Liang Yee Metal Works Sdn Bhd
Good rating. Did all my grille and others. Very cheap price and good customer service frm Mr Lee (sales)

Contractor: Butsudan Sdn Bhd
Good rating for my built-in wardrobe

Contractor: HDE Resources Sdn Bhd (Hanson)
Did my partition and glassworks. A bit expensive but overall pleasant experience.

Contractor: Soo Hoo Yew Ming aka Albert (IC: 700113-10-****) using name of ALB LED Sales & Services (001902750-X)
Is the contractor taking jobs and subcontracting to his men. Did wiring works. Numerous Delayed work, requested for 50% upfront payment before starting work. His sub-con / staff stole things from my house. Another sub-con/staff Zuraidah binti Zainal Abidin (IC: 860513-11-****) and broke the condo's common area CCTV. Condo management will follow up with police report soon. I did not pay the final payment to him.

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Great job Tan Ong Success Construction & Renovation in gombak taman setapak did for my renovation awning..most important reliable!

He did for my parents too..highly recommended

Let him know Aileen recommended, you will get nice discount.

Mr Kelvin tan
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hi Folks
can you all please help me.My apartment window seems to be leaking/water marks on the wall inside unit and now it seems its heading down to level 12 unit as well.
I truly need a good contractor who can sort it our for me. Also the bathroom floor needs to be water proofed as well.
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Beware of bad contractor/ID named SPace Core Concept Design. ( and previously register as D Pavilion design company name to approach client with good website, now the website is invalid, and invoice under space core concept, claimed is the same boss but when to ask boss number to meet, there is no boss again, full of liar)

owner: vincent liew and Zane Chong: 010 4832750 / 0172093340
claimed as Professional ID and contractor.

not follow as per quotation and drawing.
work no done nicely and all work done sucks.

IE, plywood material used cheap material not as per first discussion and meeting make a complained and no action taken, just reply with smile,

install cabinet under aircon without our permission, asked to remove, no action taken replied with smile. who willing to install a wardrobe under air con incase of air cond leakage and service.

sofa provided used recon sofa instead of new sofa. once checked can see but claimed is new

all complaint made and no action taken, work start september 2016 and 2017 june still not done.

when work not completed still and asking for payment for sure hold the last 10 percent, asking collection people to threaten us. when we inform the collection people that work not done completely, they understand as well and leave.

Please beware of this two person, young guy and cunning.




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WONG YEON CHEONG of Mah Sing Painting & Renovation Works is a CON MAN! Charged RM800 for piping cap. DAYLIGHT ROBBERY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

H/P : 019 6643073
Tel: 03 80117801


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anyone use a contractor name kenny at setia alam , setia utama 2.5 storey... tryin to locate owners that hire him, currently he did not want to return my money as he stalled my job for 4 months and i kind enough to ask him calculate work he done thus far and ask for the balance. as i know there are few houses under him. couldnt meet any owners though.

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Dear all,

For those who getting or just got a new home and want to start your new dream home renovation, i truly wish you have a good and happy renovation journey.

Personally, renovation supposedly is a family project that you build your dream home and sharing the idea of makeover with your loves one and seeing your house building up & completion day by day with realizing your own way of design. These are something really a cherishing moment and priceless process experiences.
But if you met bad contractors, contradictory all these will become a nightmare, and might cause you in short term financial headache bangwall.gif

Haizzz!! Unfortunately, this happened to me.
They runaway with my money and leaving shitty undone behind.
Do not get me wrong where some people might think that i must be looking for a cheapest contractors.
However & inversely i was actually compared at least 4 contractors and the one I "LUCKILY" picked are among the highest (at least 30% expensive than other).

Here are some bad experiences I faced:
- Using cheap materials and not as promised during jobs RFQ.
- Very bad quality of work
- Not instruct & delegating jobs clearly & accordingly to their workers, ends up a lot mistake and causing unwanted damage to my house
- They do not have their own worker, mostly are temporary foreigner worker & also outsource work to unknown contractor (During RFQ, they mentioned proudly they have over 50 workers vmad.gif )
- Maybe is because of unknown contractor applied, stealing & lost happened(reusable items after dismantled during reno - example: Water faucet, shower head, kitchen sink, doors & locks, and many more). Both siblings agreed to replace with same brands & model for lost items. But you should know what next........(maybe both them got to know that those lost items sum up are a huge amounts.)
- Not monitor work progress
- A lot excuses. not walk the talk
- Not punctual, things keeps delay
- Work not according to schedule
- Hard to reach them by call. Even though picked up, both of this brother will pushing responsibilities to each others
- Collecting progress payment - Yes! they are damn fast and efficient and will show face very frequently during that period of time at your house to monitor work progress
- Keep requesting for additional pay (best excuses: "These items are not covered in quote")
- etc.......... (I don't have to mention them all, as I guess those bad contractors sharing the same characteristics that you might also know)


*****Here are their details*****
Renovation Company (At Klang Sentosa):
IZ Construction & Renovation
or
IZ Construction & Interior Design

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Alex Tan Hock Lai (Brother)
IC: 840906-01-XXXX
https://www.facebook.com/hocklai.tan.10
https://www.facebook.com/iz.const
Tel:012-9729777
Car: Silver blue Perodua Viva --> Number can't remember

Jackson Tan Hock Aik (Younger Brother)
IC: Unknown
https://www.facebook.com/jacksontanhockaik
https://www.facebook.com/hockaik.jacksontan
https://www.facebook.com/hockaik.jackaontan
Tel:016-9295050
014-9661178
014-9333755
014-2444481
Car: White Nissan Sylphy--> WSQ 6398

These guys really have a lot mobile phone numbers until i can't remember/saved all.
But now it make sense to me when these brotherhood take turn to pickup phone call during our met at site(but mostly dropping instead picking up). vmad.gif
And for god sake, who the hell of this world a person got to registered that such amount of FB accounts?

Both this siblings previous project stories was later told by my others contractor that I hire to picking up their left over mess. That they already have very bad records in Klang area where mostly are runaway owners money and even runaway his own contractors and worker's money after works done.
So, that is why i want to post it here to avoid same case happen again to other owners.
I might not the first 1 got cheated by them, but i really hope i will be the last!!!

Please do not drop into a bad contractor tricks like what I stupidly been. I truly hope with the power of internet we all can at least avoid(after this case, i studies and learnt after some research through web. I was really upset with our consumers and legal right on such case/situation - Those been into such situation will know what i meant sad.gif )
Eventually, for those are planning for renovation, hope you have a good hunt for Good Contractors. Good Luck!!!
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QUOTE(KenzoT8338 @ Sep 4 2017, 11:16 PM)
Dear all,

For those who getting or just got a new home and want to start your new dream home renovation, i truly wish you have a good and happy renovation journey.

Personally, renovation supposedly is a family project that you build your dream home and sharing the idea of makeover with your loves one and seeing your house building up & completion day by day with realizing your own way of design. These are something really a cherishing moment and priceless process experiences.
But if you met bad contractors, contradictory all these will become a nightmare, and might cause you in short term financial headache bangwall.gif

Haizzz!! Unfortunately, this happened to me.
They runaway with my money and leaving shitty undone behind.
Do not get me wrong where some people might think that i must be looking for a cheapest contractors.
However & inversely i was actually compared at least 4 contractors and the one I "LUCKILY" picked are among the highest (at least 30% expensive than other).

Here are some bad experiences I faced:
- Using cheap materials and not as promised during jobs RFQ.
- Very bad quality of work
- Not instruct & delegating jobs clearly & accordingly to their workers, ends up a lot mistake and causing unwanted damage to my house
- They do not have their own worker, mostly are temporary foreigner worker & also outsource work to unknown contractor (During RFQ, they mentioned proudly they have over 50 workers vmad.gif )
- Maybe is because of unknown contractor applied, stealing & lost happened(reusable items after dismantled during reno -  example: Water faucet, shower head, kitchen sink, doors & locks, and many more). Both siblings agreed to replace with same brands & model for lost items. But you should know what next........(maybe both them got to know that those lost items sum up are a huge amounts.)
- Not monitor work progress
- A lot excuses. not walk the talk
- Not punctual, things keeps delay
- Work not according to schedule
- Hard to reach them by call. Even though picked up, both of this brother will pushing responsibilities to each others
- Collecting progress payment - Yes! they are damn fast and efficient and will show face very frequently during that period of time at your house to monitor work progress
- Keep requesting for additional pay (best excuses: "These items are not covered in quote")
- etc.......... (I don't have to mention them all, as I guess those bad contractors sharing the same characteristics that you might also know)


*****Here are their details*****
Renovation Company (At Klang Sentosa):
IZ Construction & Renovation
or
IZ Construction & Interior Design

Attached Image

Alex Tan Hock Lai (Brother)
IC: 840906-01-XXXX
https://www.facebook.com/hocklai.tan.10
https://www.facebook.com/iz.const
Tel:012-9729777
Car: Silver blue Perodua Viva --> Number can't remember

Jackson Tan Hock Aik (Younger Brother)
IC: Unknown
https://www.facebook.com/jacksontanhockaik
https://www.facebook.com/hockaik.jacksontan
https://www.facebook.com/hockaik.jackaontan
Tel:016-9295050
014-9661178
014-9333755
014-2444481
Car: White Nissan Sylphy--> WSQ 6398

These guys really have a lot mobile phone numbers until i can't remember/saved all.
But now it make sense to me when these brotherhood take turn to pickup phone call during our met at site(but mostly dropping instead picking up). vmad.gif
And for god sake, who the hell of this world a person got to registered that such amount of FB accounts?

Both this siblings previous project stories was later told by my others contractor that I hire to picking up their left over mess. That they already have very bad records in Klang area where mostly are runaway owners money and even runaway his own contractors and worker's money after works done.
So, that is why i want to post it here to avoid same case happen again to other owners.
I might not the first 1 got cheated by them, but i really hope i will be the last!!!

Please do not drop into a bad contractor tricks like what I stupidly been. I truly hope with the power of internet we all can at least avoid(after this case, i studies and learnt after some research through web. I was really upset with our consumers and legal right on such case/situation - Those been into such situation will know what i meant  sad.gif )
Eventually, for those are planning for renovation, hope you have a good hunt for Good Contractors. Good Luck!!!
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in new housing area...i was told tat middlemen will control the area...so no one can come in...they control the skill workers ie bangla, indon etc....macam2.....

tdlr...u must go thru tat middlemen no matter wat....
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in new housing area...i was told tat middlemen will control the area...so no one can come in...they control the skill workers ie bangla, indon etc....macam2.....

tdlr...u must go thru tat middlemen no matter wat....
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middleman? sounds like gangsters to me. housing area in which state?
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middleman? sounds like gangsters to me. housing area in which state?
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technically and politically right is "middleman" ma biggrin.gif

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There should be something like creating certification/licensing for qualified people wanting to work in the renovation sector like they do in the USA and UK.
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There should be something like creating certification/licensing for qualified people wanting to work in the renovation sector like they do in the USA and UK.
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Not sure the one you are referring to list similar to this

http://st.gov.my/index.php/en/consumer/certification-listing

http://cims.cidb.gov.my/smis/regcontractor...ntractor.vbhtml
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QUOTE(alexander3133 @ Sep 6 2017, 01:06 PM)
I tried using the second one and this is what I get for the 6 building contractors I know- No data available in table


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QUOTE(alexander3133 @ Sep 6 2017, 01:06 PM)
i searched for my lousy contractor and ironically, he's registered under CIDB as well. if they don't search the forums, they're going to be fooled by this. damn.
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I want to share the work of a contractor I found from kaodim.com.

RK Express Electrical.

Picture of his work can be found here

https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=4360871&hl=

Promised to come back to fix the p trap but always say busy, no time, asked me to wait.

Waited 2 months and now seem like uncontactable.

So just sharing this info, so no one will engage him again.

Thanks.

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Can pm me detail and how the price goes? Some ID do quote crazy price.
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100k for the whole unit of 1570sqft
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Another bad contractor who ran away with my deposit:-

L&S Lee Construction
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Mobile number - 017-317 5979 / 011 - 1132 6156

Be careful when you deal with this contractor!

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my contractor used cement bricks instead of clay bricks as stipulated in the quotation. as i m quite busy, i dont go to the site frequently, even if i do, its a quick stop n go. by the time i realized he used cement bricks, more than half of the house is done.

what can i do about this? i dont want him to replace with clay bricks because he has delayed my house too long and i m rushing to move in.

he is on this forum too so i dont want to reveal too much details
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QUOTE(JustForReno @ Dec 14 2017, 08:02 PM)
my contractor used cement bricks instead of clay bricks as stipulated in the quotation. as i m quite busy, i dont go to the site frequently, even if i do, its a quick stop n go. by the time i realized he used cement bricks, more than half of the house is done.

what can i do about this? i dont want him to replace with clay bricks because he has delayed my house too long and i m rushing to move in.

he is on this forum too so i dont want to reveal too much details
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what's the difference between clay and cement bricks?
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post Dec 15 2017, 10:24 AM

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basically red and white bricks
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if it's just the colour, then what's the problem? you're going to paint over it anyway.
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QUOTE(coyouth @ Dec 15 2017, 10:48 AM)
if it's just the colour, then what's the problem? you're going to paint over it anyway.
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It is not really just about the colour, the difference on the material, density of the brick which clay stronger than sand and also price of clay bricks is higher than sand brick.
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QUOTE(coyouth @ Dec 15 2017, 10:10 AM)
what's the difference between clay and cement bricks?
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Clay is regarded as better than cement brick. Higher price as well.
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https://homediytips.net/red-clay-bricks-bet...-cement-bricks/

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i am paying him under the assumption that he is using clay bricks, which is more expensive than cement bricks
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Curios to know as well.

Is possible for the client to request for re-quote on the quotation based on cement bricks??
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QUOTE(trade818 @ Sep 6 2017, 12:49 PM)
There should be something like creating certification/licensing for qualified people wanting to work in the renovation sector like they do in the USA and UK.
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with the amount of corruption in the country, it will only inflate the price even more.

just look at industries that require certification from authorities, all cut throat.

that is why they want to limit the number of lawyers in the country, so the supply won't exceed demand and drive down the legal costs due to competition.
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QUOTE(hjh87 @ Dec 18 2017, 08:38 AM)
Curios to know as well.

Is possible for the client to request for re-quote on the quotation based on cement bricks??
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i think if a specification has already been agreed (with B&W), if material supplied is not as stated nor is it equivalent to stated, there are 2 option, contractor to replace the material with specified material.

and if the client agrees to the alternate material used, if the value of the used material does not match the original spec, they have the right to request discounts.

how much discounts, depends on the negotiation skill & contractor. if really cannot come to an agreement, have to open a dispute.

if can opt to cancel the contract, better do so, because you won't get any good completion with this contractor anyway. if you have outstanding payment, you have the upper hand with the nego, if you paid more than he delivered, then you are at a disadvantage. if you paid fully, you are at his mercy.
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Want to report this irresponsible contractor:

Business Name: Evergreen Curtain & Renovation
Reg No: 002427501-M
Address: No.21, Jalan Puteri 6/10, Bandar Puteri, 47100 Puchong, Selanggor
Own by: Chuah Chuan Yee
IC No: 840326-02-5163
Contact No: 011 2698 8863

On 1st Nov 2017, I engaged him for minor kitchen cabinet work, curtain railing, lighting and fan installation works. Completion dateline given is on 15 Dec. Paid 50% as deposit. After dateline, only lighting and fan are installed (material supply by me).

When i confronted him, he gives empty promises that will be complete before Christmas and he went missing until new year. Before that he demanded me to pay another 50%. During that period, I have to dig out all his sub-sub contractor and arrange the work myself. Finally managed to get the kitchen cabinet and curtain railing installed.

However, water tap and kitchen hood and hod are not install as he didn't arrange to buy them. Again after more than 50 times calling him, he promised to install on last Saturday but didn't turn-up. Ever since that day, I couldn't reach him by whatever means.

I will proceed to make police report within this few days. So guys, if by any chance you encounter this guys, appreciate if you can inform me. And please, don't ever trust and engage this fellow.

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QUOTE(Aiwen85 @ Jan 16 2018, 03:07 PM)
Want to report this irresponsible contractor:

Business Name: Evergreen Curtain & Renovation
Reg No: 002427501-M
Address: No.21, Jalan Puteri 6/10, Bandar Puteri, 47100 Puchong, Selanggor
Own by: Chuah Chuan Yee
IC No: 840326-02-5163
Contact No: 011 2698 8863

On 1st Nov 2017, I engaged him for minor kitchen cabinet work, curtain railing, lighting and fan installation works. Completion dateline given is on 15 Dec. Paid 50% as deposit. After dateline, only lighting and fan are installed (material supply by me).

When i confronted him, he gives empty promises that will be complete before Christmas and he went missing until new year. Before that he demanded me to pay another 50%. During that period, I have to dig out all his sub-sub contractor and arrange the work myself. Finally managed to get the kitchen cabinet and curtain railing installed.

However, water tap and kitchen hood and hod are not install as he didn't arrange to buy them. Again after more than 50 times calling him, he promised to install on last Saturday but didn't turn-up. Ever since that day, I couldn't reach him by whatever means.

I will proceed to make police report within this few days. So guys, if by any chance you encounter this guys, appreciate if you can inform me. And please, don't ever trust and engage this fellow.
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so did you pay the sub contractors to get them to work?

why did you not buy water tap, hood & hob yourself? you can get it cheaper yourself.

did you go to the shop to check?
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Luckily I no need to pay them to work.
Initially I though lump sum to him so I no need spend time buying stuffs.

He doesn’t own a physical shop. The registered address is his home address. Many of us in the same condo already conned by him. If not con, then the works will take ages to complete.
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Hi, anyone dealt with Mandic Kitchen Cabinet before? Heard that they are under Casablanca Design and Construction (m) sdn bhd (which has good review at kaodim.com). Just want to know if they are good.
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QUOTE(Aiwen85 @ Jan 16 2018, 10:04 PM)
Luckily I no need to pay them to work.
Initially I though lump sum to him so I no need spend time buying stuffs.

He doesn’t own a physical shop. The registered address is his home address. Many of us in the same condo already conned by him. If not con, then the works will take ages to complete.
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so the guy did pay the subcon? if not hard to imagine how subcon willing to come work without getting paid.

if many of you guys, just file a report together, go for class action suit. he will shit his pants.
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My ground floor tiles poped up just after 2 years plus due to lousy previous contractor work. I contacted My Yap 0123291682 for the tiles replacement after getting the recommendation from the member of this forum. He is friendly and helpful and the work is done nicely and the workers did a good job and clean the area properly after the tiles replacement is done . Recommended.

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Hi guys.

Just finished renovation to my dream home recently. I used the same contractor as previously.

I wanted to share a bit on my experience with Mr Yap's services.

For starters, he is very accommodating with your requests and can easily give you pros and cons for your request. And he help overcome the con so that you still get what you want without compromising quality.

Since we are living in the same house during the renovation process, the workers even make sure to keep everything clean while working indoors. They do a good job and follow up with all my requests. Especially when I wanted to a small gate to the entrance of my house. Very pleasant.

It is definitely a good experience and I'm so glad that I did not have to go through any horror stories like what I have read here.

Pricing was definitely reasonable as I compared with several companies on Kaodim and it was still within my budget. Not to mention the fact that he overlook minor fixes in order to help out.

Mr Yap even went above and beyond to make sure the job was done satisfactorily. Last day of reno, he personally show up (even though he did not have to) and fixed up last items with his team of technicians. I really appreciated that gesture.

Mr Yap's work in both my houses definitely left a lasting good impression. Will definitely recommend his service and can vouch his good work.

And since good things must be shared; contact details below.  smile.gif
0123291682
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Want to report a bad contractor from Ampang here. Got introduced this contractor from relatives to do major renovation for an old double storey house.

At the beginning everything seems smooth, but started to show true color by middle stage of renovation. Keep charging VO for minor things such as water tank installation and touch up. Always pushing any faults or defects to other sub contractors. Found water leaking issues in ceiling after a few months completion. Call the contractor but refuse to pick up.

Contractor: Danny H'ng Kooi Hua
Company: Yoong Foong Renovation & Construction (002548450-M)
From Taman Melur, Ampang
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Join this group and post your stories there. We need to form a contractors' blacklist.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1857721144252578/
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We engaged Mr. Yap (012-329 1682) for our bathroom renovation as well as some wiring and painting work for the living room after reading positive reviews from our fellow forumers.

It was truly a pleasant experience working with him as he is very accommodating and attentive to the job. He is always there to guide us through the process and is very responsive in replying whatsapp / returning calls.

Work quality wise - No complaints from us as Mr Yap fulfills all our requests and also give us helpful advice along the way to achieve the desired effect that we wanted. There were some hiccups during the renovation (which is normal) and he helped us to resolve those issues quickly and professionally.

Despite the high quality work performed, his charges are very reasonable. In fact, lowest amongst the quotations we have obtained.

We are really glad to have him for our renovation and would definitely engage him again in the future. Highly recommended.
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hi all, deposit paid, reno started, but no progress for the last 2.5 weeks. The contractor not picking up my calls or reply to Wastapp since last week.
If this continues, what can I possibly do?
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QUOTE(junkers04 @ Dec 17 2016, 11:59 AM)
Hi guys, here to share my short experience with "CF (Chun Fatt) RENOVATION , ROOF LEAKS & PLUMBING WORKS"

We requested that they come over to look at our leaking roof. Their website clearly states they don't charge for inspection. When the inspection was done, they asked for RM100.

We argued and they said that free statement was just for viewing, not the thorough inspection that they did.

Just stay away from that company. The dude said they don't want to lie to customers, but guess what buddy, you just did!

Anyway, does anyone here knows of a good roofing expert who is willing to do free inspection around KL area? Right now I am just so done with this crap.
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I got a bad experience with CHUN FATT RENOVATION also!! They keep refuse to warranty, keep find excuses to warranty after received full payment!

DEAR ALL, PLEASE NOT TO FIND THIS COMPANY ANYMORE!! The 2 owners are not a reliable person.

CHUN FATT RENOVATION & PLUMBING SDN BHD
LOCATED AT TAMAN P RAMLEE


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Hi guys, may i know did your contractor give you itemised quotation (on site measurement or according to floor plan) prior to engaging them? such as install heater how much, plaster ceiling per room how much etc.
My contractor said will only provide itemised quotation after we confirm engage their service, is it common practice?
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QUOTE(jence @ May 28 2018, 09:47 PM)
Hi guys, may i know did your contractor give you itemised quotation (on site measurement or according to floor plan) prior to engaging them? such as install heater how much, plaster ceiling per room how much etc.
My contractor said will only provide itemised quotation after we confirm engage their service, is it common practice?
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They can give you rough quotation only during their on site measurement, according to your need, they roughly quote you how much is it, not too detail. As the designing and planning haven't start, they do not know how many sqf of cabinet, how many wiring point, lightning point etc. Asking them for detailed quotation is like asking them to brainstorming the full complete design of your house which I think most of the contractor will not entertain you. Instead of asking them for itemized quotation why not you ask them unit price like, plaster ceiling 1 feet how much, lightning point 1 point how much, install heater 1 unit how much, which I think they can easily answer u.
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QUOTE(cuteredmoon @ May 29 2018, 02:01 PM)
They can give you rough quotation only during their on site measurement, according to your need, they roughly quote you how much is it, not too detail. As the designing and planning haven't start, they do not know how many sqf of cabinet, how many wiring point, lightning point etc. Asking them for detailed quotation is like asking them to brainstorming the full complete design of your house which I think most of the contractor will not entertain you. Instead of asking them for itemized quotation why not you ask them unit price like, plaster ceiling 1 feet how much, lightning point 1 point how much, install heater 1 unit how much, which I think they can easily answer u.
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yeah i mean give itemised quotation after on site measurement..
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QUOTE(jence @ May 28 2018, 09:47 PM)
Hi guys, may i know did your contractor give you itemised quotation (on site measurement or according to floor plan) prior to engaging them? such as install heater how much, plaster ceiling per room how much etc.
My contractor said will only provide itemised quotation after we confirm engage their service, is it common practice?
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They wont give...coz u will curi all details for free then give other...brain work is more valuable than actual work....

worst some will say to pay certain amt even if u dont engage them..so pay and get it
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Recently I got contact of one general contractor in LYN to renovate my condo unit. I called Mr. Yap Peng Kim after saw the review.

He is a friendly guy and he give us right advice whenever we stuck in any decision taking.
His jobs were clean. Sometimes I asked him to do some extra touch up works on different things. He made sure he check and make sure the whole things works properly even though we only ask him to repair a part of it.

He is a person who never complains. Admit if he or his workers did any mistake and he make sure he repair / replace those damaged items. He is also a trustworthy person and his workers really take care the house in good care. the job was CLEAN!

Overall, my house looks superb now. Even after he finished his job and got the full payment, I still calls him to drill or do small jobs (New house sure we need to fix lots of things until we move in). He do that. If we notice any small errors in his job, we just need to WhatsApp him the picture. The next day he comes and repair it.

There a lot contractors out there don't turn up once the full payment settled. He is different. I would like to engage him again & again for any jobs in future.

Thank you bro.

Yap Peng Kim
012-3291682
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Hi everyone,

Just wanted to get your views about my contractor..

finally selected one of the many contractors i screened as my contractor.. but now having second thots.

He is very responsive on whatsapp etc, however i think now he is actually dont know much about renovation. For example, i wanted to do a composite metal alum awning, when i showed a picture of the awning and ask him the name of the material, he dont know

same also when i wanted to build deck using composite wood pvc, when i ask what is the material, he also don't know.

for the quotation- he charge me for preparation area like cover proch with plywood and canvas, but when i checked, he didnt cover yet and just pour the sand on the porch, bricks on the grass...

for the backyard concrete tiling, i told him to do 30 X 10 ft, but when i checked yesterday, he already concrete 40 X 10 ft (mind boggling)

and it seems like he used the worker for the developer for the job.

however, he is very responsive and he apologizes and makes correction, like today he went to pickup the tiles i bought and will put the cover in place. though i dont know how he is going to rectify the additional 10 ft of concrete he laid on my backyard..

i already paid him 50 % for the job.. im wondering what should i do moving forward. i actually asked him to quote me for several more jobs such as carpentry/plaster ceiling etc.. but now i dont feel so confident.

any views ?

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QUOTE(chichichi @ Jun 25 2018, 11:19 AM)
Hi everyone,

Just wanted to get your views about my contractor..

finally selected one of the many contractors i screened as my contractor.. but now having second thots.

He is very responsive on whatsapp etc, however i think now he is actually dont know much about renovation. For example, i wanted to do a composite metal alum awning, when i showed a picture of the awning and ask him the name of the material, he dont know

same also when i wanted to build deck using composite wood pvc, when i ask what is the material, he also don't know.

for the quotation- he charge me for preparation area like cover proch with plywood and canvas, but when i checked, he didnt cover yet and just pour the sand on the porch, bricks on the grass...

for the backyard concrete tiling, i told him to do 30 X 10 ft, but when i checked yesterday, he already concrete 40 X 10 ft (mind boggling)

and it seems like he used the worker for the developer for the job.

however, he is very responsive and he apologizes and makes correction, like today he went to pickup the tiles i bought and will put the cover in place. though i dont know how he is going to rectify the additional 10 ft of concrete he laid on my backyard..

i already paid him 50 % for the job.. im wondering what should i do moving forward. i actually asked him to quote me for several more jobs such as carpentry/plaster ceiling etc.. but now i dont feel so confident.

any views ?
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does he have proper company or bank acc or did he gave quote? if not then sorry to say...u r just gambling...price and responses alone not suffice...remember, even 10k loan bank asks u to give solid documents etc (except credit card..just swipe la)....

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does he have proper company or bank acc or did he gave quote? if not then sorry to say...u r just gambling...price and responses alone not suffice...remember, even 10k loan bank asks u to give solid documents etc (except credit card..just swipe la)....
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oh he has a company, and we signed an agreement. well anyways, he have rectified most of the things i complained about, so its manageable for now.. hoping everything to run smooth from now on
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QUOTE(myfriend @ Jun 24 2018, 10:30 AM)
Recently I got contact of one general contractor in LYN to renovate my condo unit. I called Mr. Yap Peng Kim after saw the review.

He is a friendly guy and he give us right advice whenever we stuck in any decision taking.
His jobs were clean. Sometimes I asked him to do some extra touch up works on different things. He made sure he check and make sure the whole things works properly even though we only ask him to repair a part of it.

He is a person who never complains. Admit if he or his workers did any mistake and he make sure he repair / replace those damaged items. He is also a trustworthy person and his workers really take care the house in good care. the job was CLEAN!

Overall, my house looks superb now. Even after he finished his job and got the full payment, I still calls him to drill or do small jobs (New house sure we need to fix lots of things until we move in). He do that. If we notice any small errors in his job, we just need to WhatsApp him the picture. The next day he comes and repair it.

There a lot contractors out there don't turn up once the full payment settled. He is different. I would like to engage him again & again for any jobs in future.

Thank you bro.

Yap Peng Kim
012-3291682
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hi bro, i have a questions

1. what is the his scope of work? can he do wiring, tiling/cementing as well?
2. is the price quote reasonable?
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Hi Sifus here,

Im looking for contractors to renovate my 1st house in Ampang area.

I get William (Homa Design: https://m.facebook.com/HOMADESIGNBUILD/ ) from kaodim.com.
Is any 1 hav experience with him?
Please share wif me, i takut kena drag or tipu. T^T

Thanks smile.gif

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QUOTE(wcyoong @ Jul 19 2018, 11:29 PM)
Hi Sifus here,

Im looking for contractors to renovate my 1st house in Ampang area.

I get William (Homa Design: https://m.facebook.com/HOMADESIGNBUILD/ ) from kaodim.com.
Is any 1 hav experience with him?
Please share wif me, i takut kena drag or tipu. T^T

Thanks smile.gif
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If can pls avoid any service from kaodim.com.
Preferable to get contacts from friends/relatives who have tested the service.
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Thanks to Milo.

Ya, i agree with your statement. Even in kaodim.com also only 1 review with the contractor i mentioned.
The Nizam contractor with plenty good n excellent reviews in kaodim.com (Naz Asia) but get bad reviews in this chain discussed earlier.
My frenz intro 1 now also havent reply me, drag me 1 month already.
Thats y im stucked in middle of nowhere but looks for kaodim sources. Haiz... (sharing some of my experience here).

Thanks~~wcyoong
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Thanks to Milo.

Ya, i agree with your statement. Even in kaodim.com also only 1 review with the contractor i mentioned.
The Nizam contractor with plenty good n excellent reviews in kaodim.com (Naz Asia) but get bad reviews in this chain discussed earlier.
My frenz intro 1 now also havent reply me, drag me 1 month already.
Thats y im stucked in middle of nowhere but looks for kaodim sources. Haiz... (sharing some of my experience here).

Thanks~~wcyoong
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Read thru this thread and i believe u will find some reliable contractors.
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Hi,

Just finished my renovation for my double storey terrace house at Kemuning and I had engaged 2 contractors (1 for general and 1 for bedroom wardrobe + study table). Based on my experience with them, I’m very satisfied with the job been done by these 2 contractors and decided to share it at here.

For Unity Kitchen:
Rating = 5/5
I get them to work on the wardrobe + study table based on the helpful reviews given by the forumer here and had no regret on it.

For general contractor:
I hired the below contractor for the main chunk of my renovation.

UB Renovation & Construction Works
TEL: 03-5131 4685 H/P: 019-373 9898 (William) & 019-606 0389 (William - Whatsapp)
No.42A, Jalan Kemuning Prima E33/E, Kemuning Utama, Sek 33, 40400 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan.

Below is the renovation work that I had done (basically, it’s a whole house renovation):
1. Auto-gate motor and security door + installation.
2. Plaster ceiling for living & dining hall + light points + air-cond piping
3. TV rack and backboard + unifi point
4. Dry kitchen cabinet + Quartz top + mosaic tile (3” x 6”) on wall between top cabinet and quartz top + sliding door
5. Wet kitchen concrete top + tiles and cabinet below + mosaic tile (3” x 6”) on wall above hob till ceiling height + exhaust fan
6. Backyard floor concrete with B.R.C + tiles + concrete wall fence + small gate + Roof + grill between roof and fence + concrete table top with tiles + wall tile at cooker wall and washing area wall.
7. Master room sliding door (for walk-in wardrobe) + air-cond piping + shower screen
8. Other bedrooms (x3) air-cond piping + water heater point
9. Painting for interior, exterior, grill, door and staircase handle + plaster ceiling (included paint)
10. Miscellaneous like additional power sockets + switch + light points, installation of appliances + lights + fans, plumber work on sink + toilet accessories + water leaking fixes and etc…  

Rating = 5/5

The main reason for getting a general contractor for renovation was so that I just need to deal with 1 person/party and this 1 person/party will then help me to coordinate the renovation progress for me. I have to said that William from UB totally live up to my expectation where he always keeps me well inform not only on the progress but also on the things that I need to prepare for him on subsequent process (like sample of downlight before light hole cutting on plaster ceiling, paint color code on which wall before interior painting, light + fan + heater readiness before wireman coming over for installation, …etc). Even on the additional things that I requested, he will still help me to coordinate it.

One great thing about William was he really listen to my request and he will itemize it down clearly in the quotation. Any additional request that I make later during the renovation, he also gets it itemize clearly. He is also an honest contractor where whatever idea/request that I have which is not practical or do-able, he will straight advise me about it instead of keep saying yes. Also, he charged the additional request accordingly and reasonably.

Another great thing is he is well versed in English and very responsive on WhatsApp…!!! (I personally feel that this is something that you don’t usually see it from uncle which is 50 years old and above.) This had made my life easier to communicate with him as whatever ideas or questions that I have or whatever things that I think need to be touch up, I can just snap a photo or video, WhatsApp to him and he will reply back and then follow up on it.

For pricing wise, I can't say he is the cheapest 1 nor the most expensive 1, but it is negotiable and reasonable to me. During my quotation time, I do point out the pricing on some items are not competitive enough and he did look into it and then work out a better pricing for it. He even gave me some extra discount on the total amount of the initial quotation. Payment wise was 1K to confirm using his renovation services and then paid progressively after he completed certain progress for the renovation. For the additional items that I requested during the reno process, he did not take the advantage to mark up the price and charge me "kaw kaw" on it. In stead, he gave me an estimated price 1st and when I'm ok with it, he will then updated it into the additional item's quotation.

Lastly, I was really amazed that at the end of renovation, he did clean up the house for me…!!! Although not 100% clean but It is more like 80% clean and it had made my life much easier when I clean up the unit myself. Not to mention that he did finish up all the touch up on the things that I requested him to touch up.

So, I would say that the experience that I have with UB renovation is great, positive and I think he deserves a 5 stars rating from me.  thumbsup.gif
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UB Renovation & Construction Works maybe good
but avoid
UB Wong Renovation 优美黄装修工程
No.27A, Jalan Dayang 58/8, Seksyen 8, Bandar Mahkota Cheras, 43200 Cheras, Selangor. (14.40 km)
43200 Cheras, Selangor
https://www.facebook.com/ubwongrenovation/?tn-str=k*F

I have a very bad renovation experice with them before

-delay the work (promise to be completed within 1-2 months for the small condo unit but even ady moving in still can not finish the work after 6 months)
-employ young and inexperienced supervisor (maybe the price is cheap) which always given the wrong measurement which caused the whole progress to delay and delay
-poor workmanship for all the works (you need to ask others to fix the issues they have arised)
-lack of supervising the work progress
the fatt guy wong always tell you that he is a very nice man (haha) and have 20+ years experienced in this industry doh.gif , they are good in anything about renovation and alway want you to listen to his advice hahaha....his workers always did the wrong things due to the poor supervising (seldom come to the site even work almost complete but the last 2 weeks never come to the site just ask the workers whatapp to him and then according to the picture he will tell you work have done)..... ranting.gif and always ask you to pay the balance regardless your satificaion when he claimed that the work have completed even he didn't come to the site, and all the compelted work is terrible, need to re-do and re-do

-poor installation done by their workers
they always tell you they can install anything, but spent a few weeks still can not install/complete the DB box/doors/water closet/water filter/t5 light/toilet accessories /water leaking/painting property for me (until I asked the pro installer came and fix it who only take 5 min to install them)
and the fatt guy always tell me he will not use the china product but last month all my heaters can not fuction at all, the technicial told me they have did the wrong installation with the wire melt due to the china product... vmad.gif ....etc

I need to ask the others to fix the issues they have such as doors installation (can not lock and close) /water closet (install not property cause water leaking) /water filter (water leaking due to wrong pipe installation)/t5 light (the wired can not connected)/Water Leaking issues due to poor installation/painting need to ask other to re-paint again ranting.gif

-and his another company UB Future Enterprise
installation for all the cabinet, tv cabinet, wardrobe with antijump sliding door for a few rooms it taken more than 1-2 month to complete
9other only take 1 to a few days) and with a few sub-con to assist cry.gif
they always have the wrong measurement cause the delay, and always ask you to accept it due to wrong measument done by them ranting.gif


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For those who look for interior designer and renovation firm, pls beware of a company called M&C Gallery/M&C Concept and Design, the owner is called Melvin and Candy. They are irresponsible company that promise you a lot of things which end up nothing eventually. Only able to perform renovation with poor workmanship and keep on delaying the timeline. If you check the price with other company, their price is much more higher. The so called good quality also is just a lie.
If you are looking for interior design, make sure you don’t look for them. When you have problem and look for them to help, they will shout at you like they are doing for free. In fact, you have paid a lot of money to them.
They only will treat you good when try to trap you to sign the contact and pay them. Don’t look for them, you will regret!

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Hi,

My house just finish reno and movein in PJ.

U might consider Wah - 012-2011495 . Previously renovate house in section 17.

Workmanship Good and price reasonable. Suggest to compare few quotation so you will comfortable use him.

Not calculative able to help.
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Glad I read this. I found them through kaodim.com, I asked him many questions but find that his answer (not sure if it's the same person or not) was wishy washy - I had to ask many specific questions to lure professional advice from him. Wasn't that convince he knows what he's doing - it was about the difference between oil-based & water-based varnish for wood flooring.

QUOTE(samurai_ghost @ Dec 17 2016, 06:44 PM)
I've problem with water leakage on family hall / stairs ceiling. Suspect due to waterproofing on open space rooftop above that area.

Found this on Kaodim. Naz Asia Tech Sdn Bhd.

http://nazrenovation.com/contact/contact-information/
https://www.kaodim.com/service-providers/ma...ia-tech-sdn-bhd

Booked. Nizam (019 381 1510) came for inspection. Clearly said it might due to waterproofing & will come again for repair.

He sent 2 contractors & drove off. End up they unable to repair or do anything because they thought the problem was because of roof / zinc leakage rather concrete slab waterproofing. They didn't bring appropriate equipment Wasting time.

3rd visit with 2 contractors also, he drove off. Applied waterproofing membrane, put some piping for better rain water flow, etc. 4th visit for ceiling paint job.

After 3 days watermark appeared again on the same spot. Contact Nizam, he said Ok. Nothing happens up to now. No follow up, etc. Give up already.

1. He hardly to be contacted
2. He'll not follow up on your call or appointment made. Normally I'm the one pursuing to get confirmation for appointment. Few times he cancelled last minutes without notice.
3. Workmanship, leak again after few days, what else I can say. Paint job, so-so.

Personally, I'm not satisfied & regret hiring him. Actually I'm quite desperate during that time because of leakage was getting worst day by day. Preferably other not to hire him as well, if possible.

And now the leaking is still happening. Called Achik which recommended Joanne on this thread. He's busy with other renovation job.

Can anybody suggest a good contractor for this kind of job? Reasonable price too. It could be just a minimal touch up. Thanks!
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My good experience is with Mr. Lim from http://meridiandesign.com.my. He is the owner of the ID company and they supplies signature kitchen. He is very responsive to WhatsApp and calls and after a year of work completion, he still responded to me when I make a complaint on the previous work. There are some small defects and I'm being quite particular at picking those up. Even so, he responded with a lot of patience. Workmanship... It is decent.. Then again I'm a critique.. So by far I would say his team does a pretty good job. Most importantly he gives a good after sales service. Thumbs up!
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QUOTE(asiatrader98 @ Aug 23 2018, 01:49 PM)
UB Renovation & Construction Works maybe good
but avoid
UB Wong Renovation 优美黄装修工程
No.27A, Jalan Dayang 58/8, Seksyen 8, Bandar Mahkota Cheras, 43200 Cheras, Selangor. (14.40 km)
43200 Cheras, Selangor
https://www.facebook.com/ubwongrenovation/?tn-str=k*F

I have a very bad renovation experice with them before

-delay the work (promise to be completed within 1-2 months for the small condo unit but even ady moving in still can not finish the work after 6 months)
-employ young and inexperienced supervisor (maybe the price is cheap) which always given the wrong measurement which caused the whole progress to delay and delay
-poor workmanship for all the works (you need to ask others to fix the issues they have arised)
-lack of supervising the work progress
the fatt guy wong always tell you that he is a very nice man (haha)  and have 20+ years experienced in this industry  doh.gif  , they are good in anything about renovation and alway want you to listen to his advice  hahaha....his workers always did the wrong things due to the poor supervising (seldom come to the site even work almost complete but the last 2 weeks never come to the site just ask the workers whatapp to him and then according to the picture he will tell you work have done)..... ranting.gif and always ask you to pay the balance regardless your satificaion when he claimed that the work have completed even he didn't come to the site, and all the compelted work is  terrible, need to re-do and re-do

-poor installation done by their workers
they always tell you they can install anything, but spent a few weeks still can not install/complete the DB box/doors/water closet/water filter/t5 light/toilet accessories /water leaking/painting property for me (until I asked the pro installer came and fix it who only take 5 min to install them)
and the fatt guy always tell me he will not use the china product but last month all my heaters can not fuction at all, the technicial told me they have did the wrong installation with the wire melt due to the china product... vmad.gif ....etc

I need to ask the others to fix the issues they have such as doors installation (can not lock and close) /water closet (install not property cause water leaking) /water filter (water leaking due to wrong pipe installation)/t5 light (the wired can not connected)/Water Leaking issues due to poor installation/painting need to ask other to re-paint again ranting.gif

-and his another company UB Future Enterprise
installation for all the cabinet, tv cabinet, wardrobe with antijump sliding door for a few rooms it taken more than 1-2 month to complete
9other only take 1 to a few days) and with a few sub-con to assist cry.gif
they always have the wrong measurement cause the delay, and always ask you to accept it due to wrong measument done by them  ranting.gif 
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Glad to read your comment. Actually i also dealing & considering to take their service, now still in revising quotation stage. Yes, the boss claimed themselves already 20+yrs in this line but i just noticed that their only registered at CIDB since 2016 & started another furniture biz since 2017.... shocking.gif

Last week i just went to his office to discuss in details for those itemized tasks but the answer he give is pusing sini pusing sana....For example, for laying tiles, he say laying wall tiles is much more harder than floor tiles, so price will be slightly higher. But he quote me RM 9/psf for wall tiles (supplying labour & materials only, not included tiles) & RM 11 - RM 13/psf for floor tiles (depends on diff area)...he likes hit his own mouth.... doh.gif doh.gif
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QUOTE(myfriend @ Jun 24 2018, 11:30 AM)
Recently I got contact of one general contractor in LYN to renovate my condo unit. I called Mr. Yap Peng Kim after saw the review.

He is a friendly guy and he give us right advice whenever we stuck in any decision taking.
His jobs were clean. Sometimes I asked him to do some extra touch up works on different things. He made sure he check and make sure the whole things works properly even though we only ask him to repair a part of it.

He is a person who never complains. Admit if he or his workers did any mistake and he make sure he repair / replace those damaged items. He is also a trustworthy person and his workers really take care the house in good care. the job was CLEAN!

Overall, my house looks superb now. Even after he finished his job and got the full payment, I still calls him to drill or do small jobs (New house sure we need to fix lots of things until we move in). He do that. If we notice any small errors in his job, we just need to WhatsApp him the picture. The next day he comes and repair it.

There a lot contractors out there don't turn up once the full payment settled. He is different. I would like to engage him again & again for any jobs in future.

Thank you bro.

Yap Peng Kim
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Did Yap registered a company or just run biz as freelance? Would like to know more of the biz background before engage with him, thanks.
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QUOTE(jacsotong @ Sep 27 2018, 02:21 PM)
Did Yap registered a company or just run biz as freelance? Would like to know more of the biz background before engage with him, thanks.
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freelance..i awarded my house renovation to him
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freelance..i awarded my house renovation to him
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Noted. In my case I plan to apply permit/approval from MPKJ for my house renovation, hence must use CIDB's registered contractor, right? Since Yap is running as freelancer, can't really consider his service...haiz... blush.gif
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QUOTE(jacsotong @ Oct 1 2018, 10:46 AM)
Noted. In my case I plan to apply permit/approval from MPKJ for my house renovation, hence must use CIDB's registered contractor, right? Since Yap is running as freelancer, can't really consider his service...haiz... blush.gif
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u plan to do extension?
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u plan to do extension?
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Yes, extension for wet kitchen (20ft x 5 ft) & also redo the car porch (enlarge gate size & brick wall fencing) smile.gif
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QUOTE(jacsotong @ Oct 1 2018, 04:55 PM)
Yes, extension for wet kitchen (20ft x 5 ft) & also redo the car porch (enlarge gate size & brick wall fencing)  smile.gif
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QUOTE(jacsotong @ Sep 27 2018, 02:18 PM)
Glad to read your comment. Actually i also dealing & considering to take their service, now still in revising quotation stage. Yes, the boss claimed themselves already 20+yrs in this line but i just noticed that their only registered at CIDB since 2016 & started another furniture biz since 2017.... shocking.gif

Last week i just went to his office to discuss in details for those itemized tasks but the answer he give is pusing sini pusing sana....For example, for laying tiles, he say laying wall tiles is much more harder than floor tiles, so price will be slightly higher. But he quote me RM 9/psf for wall tiles (supplying labour & materials only, not included tiles) & RM 11 - RM 13/psf for floor tiles (depends on diff area)...he likes hit his own mouth.... doh.gif  doh.gif
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when communicate with him pls use the phone recorder app or whatapp, his workers tell me he always can not remember what he has promised you (owner/staff) so s/he advice me better with this way to protect yourself, during the renovation period since he seldom come to the site to monitor the process I always try to make friend with his workers and sub-con
but most of them now leaving this company ady

he always giving you the cheaper quotation at first then only later he will tell you not including this and that, i kena so many times vmad.gif

in his quotation, eg supply and install this items so and so, then later he will tell you supply and install actually excluding supply the items.... shakehead.gif and he is always right

because of his cheaper quotation (not consider very cheap but reasonable), he can get the project easily, and no time to entertain you later since he can easily get more and more project ....

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@brotan, please update

Do not hire this Contractor for renovation:
Fullbest Construction and renovation
Name: Alan Ng
Contact : 0122250566

A general contractor who basically sub most of the work to sub con. His team's workmanship was very bad while the sub-con work is so so.

What disappoint me the most is the application of CCC. He did not inform me that the application form need to be signed by Certify CIDB contractor in order to get CCC while he is not a CIDB certified contractor. Very irresponsible contractor who claimed that he is not aware of the new rules when preparing the drawing plan. He cheated me and wasted my time waiting for him to apply CIDB certification, claimed that he had applied for it. But in the end, due to the fee is too expensive, he is not willing to pay the fee to be certified. However, when I cross checked in CIDB websites, shown that he was a member since Aug 18. Avoid this contractor!! Do advise me where can I lodge a complaint to deal with this type of contractor, who receive the money but did not complete the work.

Separately, anyone please recommend me a CIDB contractor who is able to sign on the approved plan for me to apply for CCC. The renovation completed as per the drawing plan. Please PM me for details, I am willing to pay for a reasonable fees, thanks.

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Anyone try before www.interspacedesignstudio.com/get-a-quote


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I have just done my house renovation by Mr Yap Peng Kim by end of oct,I get to know him from this forum.quite satisfied his work as he able to fulfilled my requirement ,he solved my issue fast that happened during the renovation period.although at the beginning I was disagree(some of the small small renovation issue) with him ,but end up I have no regret to do it (example : install the rain shower heater).he wont ask me to renovate those unnecessary .there is no problem occurs after the renovation.overall good
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QUOTE(HomeNurseServices @ May 17 2017, 01:37 AM)
Hi guys.

Just finished renovation to my dream home recently. I used the same contractor as previously.

I wanted to share a bit on my experience with Mr Yap's services.

For starters, he is very accommodating with your requests and can easily give you pros and cons for your request. And he help overcome the con so that you still get what you want without compromising quality.

Since we are living in the same house during the renovation process, the workers even make sure to keep everything clean while working indoors. They do a good job and follow up with all my requests. Especially when I wanted to a small gate to the entrance of my house. Very pleasant.

It is definitely a good experience and I'm so glad that I did not have to go through any horror stories like what I have read here.

Pricing was definitely reasonable as I compared with several companies on Kaodim and it was still within my budget. Not to mention the fact that he overlook minor fixes in order to help out.

Mr Yap even went above and beyond to make sure the job was done satisfactorily. Last day of reno, he personally show up (even though he did not have to) and fixed up last items with his team of technicians. I really appreciated that gesture.

Mr Yap's work in both my houses definitely left a lasting good impression. Will definitely recommend his service and can vouch his good work.

And since good things must be shared; contact details below.  smile.gif
0123291682
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my family have a factory which built up is about 3500sqf and about 30 ft height...we thinking to do concrete/steel mezzanine floor...the area of the mezzanine is about 3000sqf....can anyone here recommend me the contractor who can do this? do we need to have an architect to submit the building plan for approval?
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QUOTE(jusTinMM @ Dec 23 2018, 05:42 PM)
my family have a factory which built up is about 3500sqf and about 30 ft height...we thinking to do concrete/steel mezzanine floor...the area of the mezzanine is about 3000sqf....can anyone here recommend me the contractor who can do this? do we need to have an architect to submit the building plan for approval?
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What a fxxking shitting company. I had bad experience with them.Called them for the roof leaking service due to the leaks from roof to kitchen.I was told the plumber will come over to check the cause of the leaking and will give the quotation then only I will decide whether or not to accept their service. But this plumber(Mr Lim) insisted to repair it and the price he quoted for RM800.00,What a ridiculous price!!!When I put him on the phone to speak to my husband and my husband told him we will consider his offer but definitely not the same day carry out the repairing work.When the plumber(Mr Lim)heard that he immediately demanded for RM 200 service charge if we don’t accept his repair service.
This is the first time I encountered in my life as i’ve deal with so many contractors..that we need to pay the service charge when they come over to give us the quotation and if we do not use their service.
I was not told about this charges will be incurred if they come over just to check and give quotation when I called Boon Chye Plumbing and Electrical Service to inquiry about their plumber service.I personally think that should there be any charges for quotation only,they have to advice and alert the customer in advance before sending their plumber to the site,the plumber then demanded for the service charge.This is really not the appropriate.If your company have this “term” or “rules” of collecting the service charge for just to check and give quotation,kindly inform us,your potential customer,first.This is not honest!
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Hi anyone have any experience with Furmingo?

www.furmingo.com
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QUOTE(rainderain @ Dec 20 2018, 05:39 PM)
I have just done my house renovation by Mr Yap Peng Kim by end of oct,I get to know him from this forum.quite satisfied his work as he able to fulfilled my requirement ,he solved my issue fast that happened during the renovation period.although at the beginning I was disagree(some of the small small renovation issue) with him ,but end up I have no regret to do it (example : install the rain shower heater).he wont ask me to renovate those unnecessary .there is no problem occurs after the renovation.overall good
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Does he has proper company? Did he has staffs doing the reno or he did it all by himself? Do you know what is speciality (ie. tiling, wiring, etc)?
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QUOTE(jusTinMM @ Dec 23 2018, 05:42 PM)
my family have a factory which built up is about 3500sqf and about 30 ft height...we thinking to do concrete/steel mezzanine floor...the area of the mezzanine is about 3000sqf....can anyone here recommend me the contractor who can do this? do we need to have an architect to submit the building plan for approval?
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3000sqft over 3500sqft cannot consider mezzanine according to by-law. "mezzanine" can only be half or less of the built up. If the right way sure need to submit building plan for approval, but then this is Malaysia... ... If you need architect service in Klang Valley area can PM me.
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QUOTE(2387581 @ Jan 15 2019, 01:26 AM)
3000sqft over 3500sqft cannot consider mezzanine according to by-law. "mezzanine" can only be half or less of the built up. If the right way sure need to submit building plan for approval, but then this is Malaysia... ... If you need architect service in Klang Valley area can PM me.
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QUOTE(RickJames09 @ Jan 13 2019, 09:50 AM)
Does he has proper company? Did he has staffs doing the reno or he did it all by himself? Do you know what is speciality (ie. tiling, wiring, etc)?
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under is personal name,he ask his workers to do the renovation,he speciality is on the wet works included the tiling and wiring,for carpenter work he don't do smile.gif


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Thanks to all contributors...this all helps all of us to screen poor contractor...
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QUOTE(rainderain @ Jan 23 2019, 01:03 PM)
under is personal name,he ask his workers to do the renovation,he speciality is on the wet works included the tiling and wiring,for carpenter work he don't do  smile.gif
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Okay great. His price is reasonable and his work is tidy? Do you mind sharing some pictures here?

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We engaged Mr. Yap (012-329 1682) for our bathroom renovation as well as some wiring and painting work for the living room after reading positive reviews from our fellow forumers.

It was truly a pleasant experience working with him as he is very accommodating and attentive to the job. He is always there to guide us through the process and is very responsive in replying whatsapp / returning calls.

Work quality wise - No complaints from us as Mr Yap fulfills all our requests and also give us helpful advice along the way to achieve the desired effect that we wanted. There were some hiccups during the renovation (which is normal) and he helped us to resolve those issues quickly and professionally.

Despite the high quality work performed, his charges are very reasonable. In fact, lowest amongst the quotations we have obtained.

We are really glad to have him for our renovation and would definitely engage him again in the future. Highly recommended.
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Hi All. I engaged Mr Yap to repair the tiles in my wet kitchen (previous contractor did a bad job - tiles were falling off). Mr. Yap is a genuine guy and very friendly. He is upfront with you - gives your options, good advise, and also pretty reasonable. I am happy with the work he has done. I would recommend him if anyone looking for a tiling contractor thumbup.gif
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My ground floor tiles poped up just after 2 years plus due to lousy previous contractor work.  I contacted My Yap 0123291682 for the tiles replacement after getting the recommendation from the member of this forum.  He is friendly and helpful and the work is done nicely and the workers did a good job and clean the area properly after the tiles replacement is done . Recommended.
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I am currently engaging Yap for my condo renovation but my experience with him so so only.

The electrical work especially because it is done by other person.

However I have to say he is a responsible contractor and he will attend to all your requests


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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 11 2019, 05:26 PM)
I am currently engaging Yap for my condo renovation but my experience with him so so only.

The electrical work especially because it is done by other person.

However I have to say he is a responsible contractor and he will attend to all your requests
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anyway, responsible person is already a plus. in the industry, bad irresponsible contractors are more than the good ones.
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 11 2019, 05:26 PM)
I am currently engaging Yap for my condo renovation but my experience with him so so only.

The electrical work especially because it is done by other person.

However I have to say he is a responsible contractor and he will attend to all your requests
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Just out of curiosity, what is your definition of "so so" only?
It is like he's not knowledgeable? Or lacking in some skills? hmm.gif

I'm asking your experience because I'd like to hire him soon to do some repair work for my house. icon_question.gif
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QUOTE(Justin.Loong @ Jun 12 2019, 10:22 AM)

Just out of curiosity, what is your definition of "so so" only?
It is like he's not knowledgeable? Or lacking in some skills?  hmm.gif 

I'm asking your experience because I'd like to hire him soon to do some repair work for my house.  icon_question.gif
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What type of repair work are you looking for?

To me Yap is knowledgeable and he can really give you good advice. He is responsible too. The tiling and painting work done by his worker is good. But the electrical/wiring part I wouldn't recommend at all.

I engaged him to do hacking and tiling work (combine wet/dry kitchen), painting, wardrobe, & electrical work (light, fan installation and additional socket).

The wireman first day already keep telling that driller very hard to use can't drill this and that (typical complain type worker), then simply install my light without following the guidance. I also bought simon switches for my whole house and he can't even install them properly.

Look at the picture below. the 3 gang one was installed by the wireman and they told me the switch is like this one. I don't believe so I open it and fix the 2 gang switch myself and its as per what I thought it would be. Apparently they didn't even know that they need to clip the frame and the switch before installation until I tell them so. Then I ask them to recheck all the switches and the wireman only fix the 3 gang one in the picture below.

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What type of repair work are you looking for?
To me Yap is knowledgeable and he can really give you good advice. He is responsible too. The tiling and painting work done by his worker is good. But the electrical/wiring part I wouldn't recommend at all.
I engaged him to do hacking and tiling work (combine wet/dry kitchen), painting, wardrobe, & electrical work (light, fan installation and additional socket).
The wireman first day already keep telling that driller very hard to use can't drill this and that (typical complain type worker), then simply install my light without following the guidance. I also bought simon switches for my whole house and he can't even install them properly.
Look at the picture below. the 3 gang one was installed by the wireman and they told me the switch is like this one. I don't believe so I open it and fix the 2 gang switch myself and its as per what I thought it would be. Apparently they didn't even know that they need to clip the frame and the switch before installation until I tell them so. Then I ask them to recheck all the switches and the wireman only fix the 3 gang one in the picture below.
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Priority is to change my house's roof tiles.
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It's leaking a bit especially during heavy rain + strong winds.
And also to replace whatever timber truss that are rotten or damage.

Currently my house roof tiles tiles are worn down and no longer smooth.
Looks something like the picture below. sweat.gif rclxub.gif
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And if Yap's workmanship (and price moneyflies.gif moneyflies.gif ) is really OK, then will probably ask him to hack and remove the old cast iron (galvanised iron?) bathroom pipes that is slowly seeping (rusty).
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OK noted on the electrical issue. I'll get another electrical contractor. wink.gif
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QUOTE(Justin.Loong @ Jun 12 2019, 04:27 PM)

Priority is to change my house's roof tiles. 
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It's leaking a bit especially during heavy rain + strong winds. 
And also to replace whatever timber truss that are rotten or damage.

Currently my house roof tiles tiles are worn down and no longer smooth. 
Looks something like the picture below.  sweat.gif  rclxub.gif 
https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Qlc5SSKVL_s/maxresdefault.jpg 
 
And if Yap's workmanship (and price :$:  :$: ) is really OK, then will probably ask him to hack and remove the old cast iron (galvanised iron?) bathroom pipes that is slowly seeping (rusty).
https://image.shutterstock.com/image-photo/...-1024719775.jpg 

OK noted on the electrical issue. I'll get another electrical contractor.  wink.gif 
Thanks for the info!  thumbup.gif
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Frankly speaking his price is not the cheapest in town but I still accept the quote because of all the good review in this forum (for reference purpose i was quoted >4k for labour only to paint a 1,100 sqft new condo including ceiling).

I am totally fine with the hacking/tiling/painting work but the electrical work I am really not happy. And he started to get defensive when I complain to him about the electrical work e.g. the switches are like that one, the fan and light you bought why so fancy one (rubine is everywhere nowadays and the light is sort of pendant light with three modes and after wireman installed can only can activate one mode).

Personally that explanation is not acceptable because I paid for the work to be done and when I am willing to pay more i expect things to be done better.

For roof repair if its the same person that did my tiling then I would recommend. A malay bodybuilder, quiet and very honest guy in my opinion, my kitchen tiling is all nicely done.

Do share your experience here once you engaged him. Perhaps I was the only unlucky one cry.gif



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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 12 2019, 05:26 PM)
Frankly speaking his price is not the cheapest in town but I still accept the quote because of all the good review in this forum (for reference purpose i was quoted >4k for labour only to paint a 1,100 sqft new condo including ceiling).
I am totally fine with the hacking/tiling/painting work but the electrical work I am really not happy. And he started to get defensive when I complain to him about the electrical work e.g. the switches are like that one, the fan and light you bought why so fancy one (rubine is everywhere nowadays and the light is sort of pendant light with three modes and after wireman installed can only can activate one mode).
Personally that explanation is not acceptable because I paid for the work to be done and when I am willing to pay more i expect things to be done better.
For roof repair if its the same person that did my tiling then I would recommend. A malay bodybuilder, quiet and very honest guy in my opinion, my kitchen tiling is all nicely done.
Do share your experience here once you engaged him. Perhaps I was the only unlucky one  cry.gif
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Aiyoh... I can now understand better the hassle you went through. sweat.gif sad.gif
I too, wouldn't mind paying slightly more expensive but I'd like to get quality workmanship. moneyflies.gif moneyflies.gif

If you could be so kind to share with me your Malay roof contractor, I'd appreciate it very much. It keeps my option open. icon_rolleyes.gif

And yes, if I hire Mr Yap to do renovation work for my dilapidated house, I'll give a field report. excl.gif grin.gif

Many thanks again for sharing! thumbsup.gif
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QUOTE(Justin.Loong @ Jun 12 2019, 05:57 PM)
Aiyoh... I can now understand better the hassle you went through.  sweat.gif  sad.gif
I too, wouldn't mind paying slightly more expensive but I'd like to get quality workmanship.  moneyflies.gif  moneyflies.gif

If you could be so kind to share with me your Malay roof contractor, I'd appreciate it very much. It keeps my option open.  icon_rolleyes.gif

And yes, if I hire Mr Yap to do renovation work for my dilapidated house, I'll give a field report.  excl.gif  grin.gif

Many thanks again for sharing!  thumbsup.gif
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The Malay worker works for Yap and I do not have his contact. Everything is through Yap.
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 12 2019, 06:11 PM)
The Malay worker works for Yap and I do not have his contact. Everything is through Yap.
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Okay great. His price is reasonable and his work is tidy? Do you mind sharing some pictures here?

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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 11 2019, 05:26 PM)
I am currently engaging Yap for my condo renovation but my experience with him so so only.

The electrical work especially because it is done by other person.

However I have to say he is a responsible contractor and he will attend to all your requests
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Did you engaged Mr Yap for plaster ceiling? If yes, how's the workmanship?
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Did you engaged Mr Yap for plaster ceiling? If yes, how's the workmanship?
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 12 2019, 05:26 PM)
Frankly speaking his price is not the cheapest in town but I still accept the quote because of all the good review in this forum (for reference purpose i was quoted >4k for labour only to paint a 1,100 sqft new condo including ceiling).
I am totally fine with the hacking/tiling/painting work but the electrical work I am really not happy. And he started to get defensive when I complain to him about the electrical work e.g. the switches are like that one, the fan and light you bought why so fancy one (rubine is everywhere nowadays and the light is sort of pendant light with three modes and after wireman installed can only can activate one mode).
Personally that explanation is not acceptable because I paid for the work to be done and when I am willing to pay more i expect things to be done better.
For roof repair if its the same person that did my tiling then I would recommend. A malay bodybuilder, quiet and very honest guy in my opinion, my kitchen tiling is all nicely done.
Do share your experience here once you engaged him. Perhaps I was the only unlucky one  cry.gif
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Credit when credit's due - I complained to Yap yesterday that I am really not happy about the electrical work and he did acknowledge and admit the problem.

Despite me non-stop complaining to him about the wireman Yap told me that it was his fault also because his job is to ensure that I am satisfied with all the work. And though we talk about the wireman but in the end he is willing to take his responsibility (rather than tell me its wireman problem and ask me to deal with them) and promise to rectify the problem for me.

(I have been really harsh and I even told Yap that I am paying the professional (referring to wireman) to do the work and not for them to come for training bruce.gif )

Though I am not really happy with the electrical work but still the hacking/tiling/painting part I have no complain at all and think he did a great job. Most importantly Yap really take pride to his work and want to ensure all his customer are happy and satisfy hence is still a worthy contractor.

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254 cm long ,127 cm wide, renovation for bathroom actually only rm 350(to conseal the heater and aircond pipe) excluded all the accessories,i bought the mirror and the accessories from taobao and ikea.
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 17 2019, 10:00 AM)
Credit when credit's due - I complained to Yap yesterday that I am really not happy about the electrical work and he did acknowledge and admit the problem.

Despite me non-stop complaining to him about the wireman Yap told me that it was his fault also because his job is to ensure that I am satisfied with all the work. And though we talk about the wireman but in the end he is willing to take his responsibility (rather than tell me its wireman problem and ask me to deal with them) and promise to rectify the problem for me.

(I have been really harsh and I even told Yap that I am paying the professional (referring to wireman) to do the work and not for them to come for training  bruce.gif )

Though I am not really happy with the electrical work but still the hacking/tiling/painting part I have no complain at all and think he did a great job. Most importantly Yap really take pride to his work and want to ensure all his customer are happy and satisfy hence is still a worthy contractor.

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The wireman i have met up last yr also got problem(wiring connect to the wrong switch,workmanship so so),anyway end up mr yap got ask them rectify the problem,i guess is the same team of wireman rclxub.gif
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Has anyone ever engaged with these 3 contractors before?

1) Lequen Construction and Renovations Sdn Bhd
2) Reccers Design and Build Sdn Bhd
3) Customind Lab Sdn Bhd

I got them from Qanvast.
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No one has ever worked with these contractors before?

I hope someone can give feedback, especially for Reccers Design and Build Sdn Bhd as their quote looks promising.
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QUOTE(Justin.Loong @ Jun 12 2019, 04:27 PM)
Priority is to change my house's roof tiles.
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It's leaking a bit especially during heavy rain + strong winds.
And also to replace whatever timber truss that are rotten or damage.

Currently my house roof tiles tiles are worn down and no longer smooth.
Looks something like the picture below.  sweat.gif  rclxub.gif
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And if Yap's workmanship (and price moneyflies.gif  moneyflies.gif ) is really OK, then will probably ask him to hack and remove the old cast iron (galvanised iron?) bathroom pipes that is slowly seeping (rusty).
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OK noted on the electrical issue. I'll get another electrical contractor.  wink.gif
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how much does it cost to change the whole roof?
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QUOTE(kloze0031 @ Jul 15 2019, 03:57 PM)
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When you say "whole roof", do you mean the tiles only?
Or also including the wooden truss?
Or do you intend to revamp the whole roof?

For my case, My Yap quoted me approximately $15K to change to the Monier tiles. moneyflies.gif moneyflies.gif sweat.gif
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In my opinion, it's better to ask Mr Yap (or other contractors) because his quote depends on the layout & size of your house and other issues with your house roof itself. excl.gif
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I have engaged a contractor who is very dishonest. I hope everyone can be aware of him. Price given during quotation quite cheap as compared to others. When works started, he started to come out with extra charges for works that is part of the jobs that were in the quotation and even threaten to say gangster is coming to collect money. Secondly, his quotation does not include material, he will include all sorts of receipts to claim from me. Including construction tools. Not sure if others have encountered contractor like this.

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For those looking for Reno guy around KL & Selangor ... words of advise ... don’t use Uni Tech Design Sdn. Bhd. The owner is Jasee and owns a cabinet making factory. His group (electrician, general construction works and etc) are slow, don’t follow owner decisions (does as he thinks is right and after done, said cannot change).
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Got any good contractor in setapak area ?
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Any good contractor in klang areas that you guy can recommend? So far I seen in google review most contractors with less than 5 reviewers, even with good rating it doesn’t seem convincing.
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Anyone used nurul.izzah signature before? Pricing wise looks competitive but fb page review is a question mark.

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QUOTE(rainderain @ Jun 18 2019, 11:45 AM)
The wireman i have met up last yr also got problem(wiring connect to the wrong switch,workmanship so so),anyway end up mr yap got ask them rectify the problem,i guess is the same team of wireman  rclxub.gif
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Just a couple of days ago I switched on my fan and after 10 minutes or so then suddenly loud noise was coming from the fan and scared my family and I. Apparently the fan casing was not being installed properly hence it just came off after the fan spin for a while.

I got so frustrated and angry and I send the video to Yap. And the first response I got is that it is not fair to blame them for poor installation thereafter only he ask me what is the problem with the fan. He ownself also admitted that his wireman got problem but first action is to defend themselves first then only ask me what is the problem with the fan.

Therefore I literally told him to stop whatever job that is still pending and I will get some other guys to do for me.

Previously we also agreed that I do not need to pay the electrical work in full due to the many errors (plus I have to fix some of the switches that wasn't installed properly myself) and he agreed for me to deduct.

So since he ask me to deduct I said to him I will only pay 1k out of the 4.7k given all the errors plus I now need to look for other wireman to recheck all the installation (he proudly tells me that he will pay for all the fees). As usual la he then send me so many messages basically saying it is not fair to deduct so much and say they did turn up to work although got error bla bla bla. Funny thing is I don't remember I agreed paying them to come for training.

This Yap will always say to me that friendship comes first and business comes second. And the moment I told him I do not want any of his guy to continue with the work he said to me that we can't be friend anymore

When complain to him about the wiring work he will just say his other work like tiling and painting is good la & etc. I to that but what is proud about this? I paid for the quote that is not the cheapest so delivering good workmanship is WITHIN EXPECTATION and not something EXCEEDING EXPECTATION.

Given a choice I would rather ask the wireman from the shop to install for me at least they won't tell me that the fan/light I bought is too fancy and normally it only takes them a day or two to finish all installation without much problem.

My experience with Yap is totally frustrating and disappointing but there seem to be quite some positive reviews about him. Well I am just sharing my part of story.

My ceiling light if following the installation manual should look like this:
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Their first installation - simply drill a hole on the casing and break the connector so it fits then the casing cannot close properly. Told them about this and even show them the right way to install but they just ignored (because Yap is so confident that his guys are doing the right things) so the rest of the ceiling lights also install like this. I should have claim the damages from him instead
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Aug 2 2019, 12:34 AM)
Just a couple of days ago I switched on my fan and after 10 minutes or so then suddenly loud noise was coming from the fan and scared my family and I. Apparently the fan casing was not being installed properly hence it just came off after the fan spin for a while.

I got so frustrated and angry and I send the video to Yap. And the first response I got is that it is not fair to blame them for poor installation thereafter only he ask me what is the problem with the fan. He ownself also admitted that his wireman got problem but first action is to defend themselves first then only ask me what is the problem with the fan.

Therefore I literally told him to stop whatever job that is still pending and I will get some other guys to do for me.

Previously we also agreed that I do not need to pay the electrical work in full due to the many errors (plus I have to fix some of the switches that wasn't installed properly myself) and he agreed for me to deduct.

So since he ask me to deduct I said to him I will only pay 1k out of the 4.7k given all the errors plus I now need to look for other wireman to recheck all the installation (he proudly tells me that he will pay for all the fees). As usual la he then send me so many messages basically saying it is not fair to deduct so much and say they did turn up to work although got error bla bla bla. Funny thing is I don't remember I agreed paying them to come for training.

This Yap will always say to me that friendship comes first and business comes second. And the moment I told him I do not want any of his guy to continue with the work he said to me that we can't be friend anymore

When complain to him about the wiring work he will just say his other work like tiling and painting is good la & etc. I to that but what is proud about this? I paid for the quote that is not the cheapest so delivering good workmanship is WITHIN EXPECTATION and not something EXCEEDING EXPECTATION.

Given a choice I would rather ask the wireman from the shop to install for me at least they won't tell me that the fan/light I bought is too fancy and normally it only takes them a day or two to finish all installation without much problem.

My experience with Yap is totally frustrating and disappointing but there seem to be quite some positive reviews about him. Well I am just sharing my part of story.

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Thanks for the update shop.petong! thumbsup.gif
Sorry to hear the crap experience. sad.gif
At least I now know that for electrical, it's best to avoid using his services but for other renovation projects (tiling & painting), can use him. sweat.gif
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Aug 2 2019, 12:34 AM)
Just a couple of days ago I switched on my fan and after 10 minutes or so then suddenly loud noise was coming from the fan and scared my family and I. Apparently the fan casing was not being installed properly hence it just came off after the fan spin for a while.

I got so frustrated and angry and I send the video to Yap. And the first response I got is that it is not fair to blame them for poor installation thereafter only he ask me what is the problem with the fan. He ownself also admitted that his wireman got problem but first action is to defend themselves first then only ask me what is the problem with the fan.

Therefore I literally told him to stop whatever job that is still pending and I will get some other guys to do for me.

Previously we also agreed that I do not need to pay the electrical work in full due to the many errors (plus I have to fix some of the switches that wasn't installed properly myself) and he agreed for me to deduct.

So since he ask me to deduct I said to him I will only pay 1k out of the 4.7k given all the errors plus I now need to look for other wireman to recheck all the installation (he proudly tells me that he will pay for all the fees). As usual la he then send me so many messages basically saying it is not fair to deduct so much and say they did turn up to work although got error bla bla bla. Funny thing is I don't remember I agreed paying them to come for training.

This Yap will always say to me that friendship comes first and business comes second. And the moment I told him I do not want any of his guy to continue with the work he said to me that we can't be friend anymore

When complain to him about the wiring work he will just say his other work like tiling and painting is good la & etc. I to that but what is proud about this? I paid for the quote that is not the cheapest so delivering good workmanship is WITHIN EXPECTATION and not something EXCEEDING EXPECTATION.

Given a choice I would rather ask the wireman from the shop to install for me at least they won't tell me that the fan/light I bought is too fancy and normally it only takes them a day or two to finish all installation without much problem.

My experience with Yap is totally frustrating and disappointing but there seem to be quite some positive reviews about him. Well I am just sharing my part of story.

My ceiling light if following the installation manual should look like this:
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Their first installation - simply drill a hole on the casing and break the connector so it fits then the casing cannot close properly. Told them about this and even show them the right way to install but they just ignored (because Yap is so confident that his guys are doing the right things) so the rest of the ceiling lights also install like this. I should have claim the damages from him instead
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We have paid for the fees ofcoz we expect everything done in a safe & professional way,in the mid of the renovation i also did argue with him ,his character abit too over confident hmm.gif luckily my husband able to communicate with him so at the end he still done what he promised




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Thanks for the update shop.petongthumbsup.gif
Sorry to hear the crap experience.  sad.gif
At least I now know that for electrical, it's best to avoid using his services but for other renovation projects (tiling & painting), can use him.  sweat.gif
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Well my opinion even tiling and painting work is overrated given the price he is quoting. Labor only to paint a 1100 sqft condo cost 4k++ for ceiling + wall, and he will tell you to try use lesser color as possible (easier and faster to finish the work mah)

Another thing that I took issue with is also his planning for the work i.e. he will rush you to get everything ready then tell you oh my worker only coming later. If not then text you today tell you tomorrow my workers are coming.

Plus always rush for work to be completed and will keep telling you to come touch up later

See the wall plug that his guys installed. When complain to him he said because they were rushing to the next site dont worry small matter only we will come and touch up later. My point is why do someting that you already know gonna require touch up later? It seems as though you are doing a lot but in fact many of the work is not necessary (ya again because he wanna rush for work to be completed ASAP). I should mention also I didn't ask for these wall plugs to be installed.

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QUOTE(rainderain @ Aug 2 2019, 04:14 PM)
We have paid for the fees ofcoz we expect everything done in a safe & professional way,in the mid of the renovation i also did argue with him ,his character abit too over confident  hmm.gif  luckily my husband able to communicate with him so at the end he still done what he promised
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Over confident I would say.

The moment you criticize his work you can then see how he is reacting. Before work say words all very nice one, the moment you complain then is another story.

Btw what is your side of story? Just curious, mind to share a bit?
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Aug 2 2019, 05:08 PM)
Well my opinion even tiling and painting work is overrated given the price he is quoting. Labor only to paint a 1100 sqft condo cost 4k++ for ceiling + wall, and he will tell you to try use lesser color as possible (easier and faster to finish the work mah)

Another thing that I took issue with is also his planning for the work i.e. he will rush you to get everything ready then tell you oh my worker only coming later. If not then text you today tell you tomorrow my workers are coming.

Plus always rush for work to be completed and will keep telling you to come touch up later

See the wall plug that his guys installed. When complain to him he said because they were rushing to the next site dont worry small matter only we will come and touch up later. My point is why do someting that you already know gonna require touch up later? It seems as though you are doing a lot but in fact many of the work is not necessary (ya again because he wanna rush for work to be completed ASAP). I should mention also I didn't ask for these wall plugs to be installed.

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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Aug 2 2019, 05:14 PM)
Over confident I would say.

The moment you criticize his work you can then see how he is reacting. Before work say words all very nice one, the moment you complain then is another story.

Btw what is your side of story? Just curious, mind to share a bit?
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Sorry to hear about your frustration because I was 1 of the forumer here recommending his work, which may have causes you to caward Yap as your contractor sad.gif
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Sorry to hear about your frustration because I was 1 of the forumer here recommending his work, which may have causes you to caward Yap as your contractor sad.gif
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I am not blaming anyone in this forum and just want to share my side of story.

But to be honest I have to admit at that time I didn't even bother to make comparison because of all the reviews (even though I feel his price is not cheap) thinking everything will be all good.

Of course he may have his side of story to say its my problem but I couldn't be bothered. Life is as such and I am gonna just go source for some other guys to do all the remaining work for me.

Btw just a note that Yap is actually looking at this forum pretty closely cause he responded to my feedback here via text. And of course chase me for the balance payment and saying words like in this incident we can't be friend anymore (is this a threat to me?). This is what happened when you complain but not like I care.

I made it clear to him that I will pay only when the other people finish off the job that I expected him to complete without much problem. Like it or not.





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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Aug 4 2019, 11:43 AM)
I am not blaming anyone in this forum and just want to share my side of story.

But to be honest I have to admit at that time I didn't even bother to make comparison because of all the reviews (even though I feel his price is not cheap) thinking everything will be all good.

Of course he may have his side of story to say its my problem but I couldn't be bothered. Life is as such and I am gonna just go source for some other guys to do all the remaining work for me.

Btw just a note that Yap is actually looking at this forum pretty closely cause he responded to my feedback here via text. And of course chase me for the balance payment and saying words like in this incident we can't be friend anymore (is this a threat to me?). This is what happened when you complain but not like I care.

I made it clear to him that I will pay only when the other people finish off the job that I expected him to complete without much problem. Like it or not.
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I wouldn't say he deliver 0 defect, but he is prompt enough to rectify the defect found. I guess I am easier to give in for such cases because I do believe nothing is perfect, the crucial part for me is more towards collaboration in fixing the defect. It is just like anything in the market, be it new house from branded premium developer, cars, appliances etc. But, you are not wrong per say because deliver with quality ain't the golden excuse either.

I see as 'not so right' to hold up someone payment because of defect. Do remember the differences between 'delivered with defec' t vs 'non delivered'.

Since you are engaging another contractor to complete some/unfinish work from Yap, I think it is better if you outline what is in/out from his defect liability. I have neighbour who engaged multiple contractors for 1 area of work, end up the defect/unfinish work left to no man's land.

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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Aug 2 2019, 05:14 PM)
Over confident I would say.

The moment you criticize his work you can then see how he is reacting. Before work say words all very nice one, the moment you complain then is another story.

Btw what is your side of story? Just curious, mind to share a bit?
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Ya he doesnt like ppl critize his work biggrin.gif Mine problem mostly is his altitude problem who i feel abit action(so called over confident) during the earlier stage of the renovation that why I got some argument with him(actually is very small issue like complain us taking long time choosing the tiles/water pressure too high),after sometime we able to work together by tolerate each other .

Problem is wireman connect the wrong switch(fews) when i go to check for it, and he quickly sorry and admit it ,he quickly arrange to solve the defect works .Actually got many other defect which at the end he gaodim for me that why I got no complain and start to change my mind by feel positive on his renovation works thereafter

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To all Penangites.. beware of this contractor SNG SHAAM HOCK. Nick name Ah Hock. IC: 720731-10-5689. His projects normally in Kulim, BM and Pearl City.

Our payment is 30% of each stage to start. we start our renovation in March, everything went smooth until we paid for 3rd stage, he is disappeared. refused to pick up our call for a month. He even didn't pay money to his wiring subcontractor and ended up the wireman returned yo my house and destroyed my electric main box. i have cctv captured.

we have lost around 13k. Police report has been logged. i believed he keep changing name card, phone and address and continue cheating people. Police told me this guy has few home address in the record.

I pray no other victim fall into his trap.

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I have engaged a contractor who is very dishonest. I hope everyone can be aware of him. Price given during quotation quite cheap as compared to others. When works started, he started to come out with extra charges for works that is part of the jobs that were in the quotation and even threaten to say gangster is coming to collect money. Secondly, his quotation does not include material, he will include all sorts of receipts to claim from me. Including construction tools. Not sure if others have encountered contractor like this.

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Just to add on my experience with this contractor. Basically he will intentionally spoil your stuff (i.e. aircond, hood, hob) when he dismantle it and tell you it is spoil. Then later on he will take the stuff away. Needless to say he already took countless of other smaller items that he dismantled from my house. Now towards finishing the house, he started to drag his work, don't want to wrap things up sooner.

Just take note. I hope nobody else will get cheated like I did.
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As far as I know, when company engage a contractor to build a projects etc, they will require the contractor or subcontractors to sign a contract with terms such as defect liability period with retention sum and late delivery penalty etc.

All these have been not practiced among small contractor?
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Aug 4 2019, 11:43 AM)
I am not blaming anyone in this forum and just want to share my side of story.

But to be honest I have to admit at that time I didn't even bother to make comparison because of all the reviews (even though I feel his price is not cheap) thinking everything will be all good.

Of course he may have his side of story to say its my problem but I couldn't be bothered. Life is as such and I am gonna just go source for some other guys to do all the remaining work for me.

Btw just a note that Yap is actually looking at this forum pretty closely cause he responded to my feedback here via text. And of course chase me for the balance payment and saying words like in this incident we can't be friend anymore (is this a threat to me?). This is what happened when you complain but not like I care.

I made it clear to him that I will pay only when the other people finish off the job that I expected him to complete without much problem. Like it or not.
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Now giving second thoughts of engaging him. Thanks for the feedback...


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Now giving second thoughts of engaging him. Thanks for the feedback...
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In my opinion, this thread is a good platform for house/condo owners to share their experience on the particular contractor. knock.gif
The feedback helps with potential owners to make the right decision on which contractor to choose from. nod.gif
I appreciate to those who have shared honestly their reviews. notworthy.gif
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Hi all,
Need advice/opinion for my issue.

Long story short, hired a lousy contractor to do kitchen renovations and paid deposit. Since i myself am busy and not in the rush (2nd home) the renovations was never completed (less than 50% completion) due to lousy contractor whom initially promised 3 months and now after multiple extension 1 year later never completed.

Argued with the contractor for his incompetence and he promised will give 100% refund (verbally and also in phone/chat conversation). Had to chase,argue and even make police report before he made some partial refund 70%.

Now still chasing the balance 30% from him and getting tired of all the BS. Anyway i can speed up this process for getting my money back?

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Anyone heard of or engage ArtoZane Design & Build before ?
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Hi,

I suggest to visit https://ttpm.kpdnhep.gov.my/ and file a claim there.
But here is a long process and administrative work you might need to handle.

I to, very bad luck that i hand over my dream house ( basic unit ) to renovation contractor
1. to extend yard and wet kitchen ( roof type )
2. to extend car porch ( roof type ) hacked column and lay new floor tiles with concrete work
3. to hack and change all flooring upstairs, downstairs, staircase
4. to change and reno all 3 bathrooms
5. repair leakage
6. construct 30' concrete table

along the process , the renovation went messy and relation was sour. the workmanship is poor and they even used recycle woods.
There is no reply and feedback from phone call as well.


i also very headache and have became part time site auditor to check and audit the site almost daily.

what became worse if the product outcome was not fulfilled to my requirement and expectation.

i feel angry, upset and all my hard earned savings has been used up and not satistfy with the outcome and may have to get another 2nd contractor to continue.

Any body can also advice me how to move on?

Worry that if I report to tribunal. he will sabotage my family as we heard that contractors are usually evil

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QUOTE(kuli2sahaja @ Oct 4 2019, 08:54 PM)
Hi all,
Need advice/opinion for my issue.

Long story short, hired a lousy contractor to do kitchen renovations and paid deposit. Since i myself am busy and not in the rush (2nd home) the renovations was never completed (less than 50% completion) due to lousy contractor whom initially promised 3 months and now after multiple extension 1 year later never completed.

Argued with the contractor for his incompetence and he promised will give 100% refund (verbally and also in phone/chat conversation). Had to chase,argue and even make police report  before he made some partial refund 70%.

Now still chasing the balance 30% from him and getting tired of all the BS. Anyway i can speed up this process for getting my money back?
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QUOTE(jojo88 @ Nov 25 2019, 09:05 PM)
Hi,

I suggest to visit https://ttpm.kpdnhep.gov.my/ and file a claim there.
But here is a long process and administrative work you might need to handle.

I to, very bad luck that i hand over my dream house ( basic unit ) to renovation contractor
1. to extend yard and wet kitchen ( roof type )
2. to extend car porch ( roof type ) hacked column and lay new floor tiles with concrete work
3. to hack and change all flooring upstairs, downstairs, staircase
4. to change and reno all 3 bathrooms
5. repair leakage
6. construct 30' concrete table

along the process , the renovation went messy and relation was sour. the workmanship is poor and they even used recycle woods.
There is no reply and feedback from phone call as well.
i also very headache and have became part time site auditor to check and audit the site almost daily.


what became worse if the product outcome was not fulfilled to my requirement and expectation.

i feel angry, upset and all my hard earned savings has been used up and not satistfy with the outcome and may have to get another 2nd contractor to continue.

Any body can also advice me how to move on?

Worry that if I report to tribunal. he will sabotage my family as we heard that contractors are usually evil

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To be honest I give up reading this thread because you get the real bad cases which you won't want to engage the contractors' service. The ones recommended here you never know if they are contractors disguise as customers and self recommended. Even in the real cases the persons did the recommendations may also have different expectations from you.

I would just ask around from friends or people that I know. At least they know my expectations.
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QUOTE(blancpain4470 @ Nov 27 2019, 04:48 PM)
To be honest I give up reading this thread because you get the real bad cases which you won't want to engage the contractors' service. The ones recommended here you never know if they are contractors disguise as customers and self recommended. Even in the real cases the persons did the recommendations may also have different expectations from you.

I would just ask around from friends or people that I know. At least they know my expectations.
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ya..is your choice,others comment can only be reference ,we never know he is good or bad until we deal with them
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ya..is your choice,others comment can only be reference ,we never know he is good or bad until we deal with them
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Of course it's my choice. Don't you think it is risky to have "we never know he is good or bad until we deal with them" for major renovation?

That's how you ended up with horror stories.
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QUOTE(jojo88 @ Nov 25 2019, 09:05 PM)
Hi,

I suggest to visit https://ttpm.kpdnhep.gov.my/ and file a claim there.
But here is a long process and administrative work you might need to handle.

I to, very bad luck that i hand over my dream house ( basic unit ) to renovation contractor
1. to extend yard and wet kitchen ( roof type )
2. to extend car porch ( roof type ) hacked column and lay new floor tiles with concrete work
3. to hack and change all flooring upstairs, downstairs, staircase
4. to change and reno all 3 bathrooms
5. repair leakage
6. construct 30' concrete table

along the process , the renovation went messy and relation was sour. the workmanship is poor and they even used recycle woods.
There is no reply and feedback from phone call as well.
i also very headache and have became part time site auditor to check and audit the site almost daily.

what became worse if the product outcome was not fulfilled to my requirement and expectation.

i feel angry, upset and all my hard earned savings has been used up and not satistfy with the outcome and may have to get another 2nd contractor to continue.

Any body can also advice me how to move on?

Worry that if I report to tribunal. he will sabotage my family as we heard that contractors are usually evil

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QUOTE(blancpain4470 @ Nov 27 2019, 04:48 PM)
To be honest I give up reading this thread because you get the real bad cases which you won't want to engage the contractors' service. The ones recommended here you never know if they are contractors disguise as customers and self recommended. Even in the real cases the persons did the recommendations may also have different expectations from you.

I would just ask around from friends or people that I know. At least they know my expectations.
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I feel the same way too. I actually think that those people might be self recommended and asking others to PM them so that they can provide their own number as a self advertisement.
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QUOTE(jojo88 @ Nov 25 2019, 09:05 PM)
Hi,

I suggest to visit https://ttpm.kpdnhep.gov.my/ and file a claim there.
But here is a long process and administrative work you might need to handle.

I to, very bad luck that i hand over my dream house ( basic unit ) to renovation contractor
1. to extend yard and wet kitchen ( roof type )
2. to extend car porch ( roof type ) hacked column and lay new floor tiles with concrete work
3. to hack and change all flooring upstairs, downstairs, staircase
4. to change and reno all 3 bathrooms
5. repair leakage
6. construct 30' concrete table

along the process , the renovation went messy and relation was sour. the workmanship is poor and they even used recycle woods.
There is no reply and feedback from phone call as well.
i also very headache and have became part time site auditor to check and audit the site almost daily.

what became worse if the product outcome was not fulfilled to my requirement and expectation.

i feel angry, upset and all my hard earned savings has been used up and not satistfy with the outcome and may have to get another 2nd contractor to continue.

Any body can also advice me how to move on?

Worry that if I report to tribunal. he will sabotage my family as we heard that contractors are usually evil

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Aww, that's an awful experience. But not all contractors are evil.
Do you stay in the house that being renovated? Although chances are slim that Tribunal will really take any meaningful action on them, you should report to the tribunal to protect your rights.

How much of the works are outstanding? We are an interior design and renovation contractor too which led by a young yet experienced team. (Not the typical uncle contractor). We strives to eliminate these headaches and frustration for house owners.

If you need advice or any kinds of assistance, just drop me a pm or schedule an appointment with us on littleants.my


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QUOTE(jojo88 @ Nov 25 2019, 09:05 PM)
Hi,

I suggest to visit https://ttpm.kpdnhep.gov.my/ and file a claim there.
But here is a long process and administrative work you might need to handle.

I to, very bad luck that i hand over my dream house ( basic unit ) to renovation contractor
1. to extend yard and wet kitchen ( roof type )
2. to extend car porch ( roof type ) hacked column and lay new floor tiles with concrete work
3. to hack and change all flooring upstairs, downstairs, staircase
4. to change and reno all 3 bathrooms
5. repair leakage
6. construct 30' concrete table

along the process , the renovation went messy and relation was sour. the workmanship is poor and they even used recycle woods.
There is no reply and feedback from phone call as well.
i also very headache and have became part time site auditor to check and audit the site almost daily.

what became worse if the product outcome was not fulfilled to my requirement and expectation.

i feel angry, upset and all my hard earned savings has been used up and not satistfy with the outcome and may have to get another 2nd contractor to continue.

Any body can also advice me how to move on?

Worry that if I report to tribunal. he will sabotage my family as we heard that contractors are usually evil

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Hi Jojo88,

I am sorry that you have a very bad experience with your contractor. It must have been a hard time for you.

We are a renovation contractor ourselves and it severely affects genuine contractors like us when shady ones takes clients for a ride.
I have done quite a bit of re-works due to previous bad jobs, which in most cases is due to client engaging the 'cheapest contractor'.
I am not implicating the same on you, but the most important thing for client is to physically visit the contractors previous job.
You may find this tedious, but trust me that few days 'wasted' will benefit you in future!

I am not sure how complicated the situation is, should you need ideas or consultation, I will be more than happy to assist.
I understand it may not be easy to take the plunge and just go for another contractor, give yourself sometimes and decide.

We are based in Seremban and can cover the region, you can check our FB: BlueBlack Construction Sdn Bhd or call me at 0193881988

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i also face the same problem with contractor who does not reply my msg, cannot commit a completion timeline which drag my reno work after.. but i wouldn't dare to throw my tantrum at them cause in the end i am still depending them finish up the work..
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Good morning. Is there any government agencies that we can complain to if we encountered bad contactors? My ex contractor (already finished job) but never pickup phone, reply whatsapp, email and etc. to rectify they defects. Recently, water started leaking from roof.

Please help. Thanks.
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I know this is a bit out of topic as this is about a bad home appliance repair man (not exactly a contractor) but please avoid this shop at all cost.

Avoid at all cost! https://kawanu.com/

U can read about my bad experience on the other thread
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so far, have you guys heard of any renovated house in malaysia that crumbled due to underpar renovation works? all these negative feedback is very worrying.
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QUOTE(Dino168 @ Dec 13 2019, 09:23 AM)
Good morning.   Is there any government agencies that we can complain to if we encountered bad contactors?   My ex contractor (already finished job) but never pickup phone, reply whatsapp, email and etc. to rectify they defects.   Recently, water started leaking from roof.  

Please help.   Thanks.
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You will need to know whether it is defects/bad workmanship or wear & tear. Not everything falls under defects. Eg is silicone will have to be re-applied every few yrs due to the severe heat here no matter how good the silicone is.

QUOTE(coyouth @ Dec 16 2019, 01:51 PM)
so far, have you guys heard of any renovated house in malaysia that crumbled due to underpar renovation works? all these negative feedback is very worrying.
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Usually renovation do not touch structure, just architecture stuffs unless extension.

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QUOTE(vreis @ Dec 18 2019, 03:21 PM)
You will need to know whether it is defects/bad workmanship or wear & tear. Not everything falls under defects. Eg is silicone will have to be re-applied every few yrs due to the severe heat here no matter how good the silicone is.
Usually renovation do not touch structure, just architecture stuffs unless extension.
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Aug 4 2019, 11:43 AM)
I am not blaming anyone in this forum and just want to share my side of story.

But to be honest I have to admit at that time I didn't even bother to make comparison because of all the reviews (even though I feel his price is not cheap) thinking everything will be all good.

Of course he may have his side of story to say its my problem but I couldn't be bothered. Life is as such and I am gonna just go source for some other guys to do all the remaining work for me.

Btw just a note that Yap is actually looking at this forum pretty closely cause he responded to my feedback here via text. And of course chase me for the balance payment and saying words like in this incident we can't be friend anymore (is this a threat to me?). This is what happened when you complain but not like I care.

I made it clear to him that I will pay only when the other people finish off the job that I expected him to complete without much problem. Like it or not.
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Was quoted 120k for painting, installation of a dry wall divider (16ft long), approx 160 sqft tiling and some cabinets dismantling works. Is it reasonable? As I read a few do recommend him here.

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QUOTE(oswin1026 @ Jan 14 2020, 08:55 AM)
Was quoted 120k for painting, installation of a dry wall divider (16ft long), approx 160 sqft tiling and some cabinets dismantling works. Is it reasonable? As I read a few do recommend him here.
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120k? Are you serious?? This is excessively high
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QUOTE(oswin1026 @ Jan 14 2020, 08:55 AM)
Was quoted 120k for painting, installation of a dry wall divider (16ft long), approx 160 sqft tiling and some cabinets dismantling works. Is it reasonable? As I read a few do recommend him here.
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That’s crazy. This sounds wayyyyyyy too expensive.
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QUOTE(oswin1026 @ Jan 14 2020, 08:55 AM)
Was quoted 120k for painting, installation of a dry wall divider (16ft long), approx 160 sqft tiling and some cabinets dismantling works. Is it reasonable? As I read a few do recommend him here.
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I assume its typo and should be 12k because 120k sounds ridiculously high.

But anyway I wouldn't know whether his price is expensive or not for your case because I am not experienced. I only realised his price is a bit on the high side after I ask someone else to complete the unfinished work for me.

My thoughts - if the price is acceptable for you then you can go ahead with it but I would avoid any sort of electrical work.
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QUOTE(blancpain4470 @ Jan 14 2020, 11:38 AM)
120k? Are you serious?? This is excessively high
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jan 14 2020, 02:24 PM)
I assume its typo and should be 12k because 120k sounds ridiculously high.

But anyway I wouldn't know whether his price is expensive or not for your case because I am not experienced. I only realised his price is a bit on the high side after I ask someone else to complete the unfinished work for me.

My thoughts - if the price is acceptable for you then you can go ahead with it but I would avoid any sort of electrical work.
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Yes, 120k confirm. He say there will be some hidden things we can't see when dismantling the cabinets, thus his price is slightly expensive with quality assured. Need to pay him a charge of 100 for a detail quotation. Most of his client are professionals.

I shall ask around first for the market price then, afraid others say I lowball them on the price lol when I'm unsure what's the price range.

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I cant see why it should be 120k if the works are only those you listed. Doesnt make sense at all. As a contractor myself I just did a double storey extension 300sqft for 120k.
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QUOTE(oswin1026 @ Jan 14 2020, 08:10 PM)
Yes, 120k confirm. He say there will be some hidden things we can't see when dismantling the cabinets, thus his price is slightly expensive with quality assured. Need to pay him a charge of 100 for a detail quotation. Most of his client are professionals.

I shall ask around first for the market price then, afraid others say I lowball them on the price lol when I'm unsure what's the price range.
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120k and no itemized breakdown? If this line is so profitable I can do for you at half the price! 🤣

For a quote of 120k if he still needs to charge 100 for itemized quotation ... I think if I were you I will ask him to stick his quotation up his a$$.

What does "most of his clients are professionals"? Hookers or working people? That doesn't mean anything as there are suckers everywhere.

120k u can hack almost your whole house and wet work.

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QUOTE(oswin1026 @ Jan 14 2020, 08:55 AM)
Was quoted 120k for painting, installation of a dry wall divider (16ft long), approx 160 sqft tiling and some cabinets dismantling works. Is it reasonable? As I read a few do recommend him here.
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Sounds excessive.... but what is a dry wall divider? Not ceiling height??

WHat kind of house do u have?
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QUOTE(oswin1026 @ Jan 14 2020, 08:55 AM)
Was quoted 120k for painting, installation of a dry wall divider (16ft long), approx 160 sqft tiling and some cabinets dismantling works. Is it reasonable? As I read a few do recommend him here.
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If you don't mind me asking:
Painting what? Your whole house? shocking.gif
What kind of tiles are you using?
Cabinets like kitchen type? Or cupboards? or walk-in wardrobe?
Any other details? sweat.gif
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I just recommenced one of my female friend to use this contractor and I’d designer. End up my female friend feel very happy with this contractor.
Name: yap
Tel: 0123291682
Name: Chong (Site supervisor)
Tel : +60 12 894 2826
Any one interested, can direct contact them, they are friendly party and with reasonable pricing. Thanks

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those that complain their contractor sucks 1.

their pricing must be lower than other contractorss. correct?
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by the way, for all those owners who engaged a bad contractor, have u guys done a post mortem to identify the factors that lead you to the bad contractors?

do share it out as it will help the viewer to make sure they don't make the same mistake that you did.

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Everyone in Klang Valley that going for reno, please AVOID this renovation contractor no matter how:
Name: Lee Kuan Yau (IC:821102_XX_XX01)
Mobile: 60122648860
Company: Guixing Construction (002253685-P) with registered address in Taman Sri Sinar, Segambut, KL.
It was recommeded by a viral house makeover owner, but maybe he got too many jobs from the viral posts, so things change and become an evil. It was a nightmare for me, infact sleepless nights... Problems included: threathen us to get more progressive payments, bad workmanship, peeling and holes tiles grout, uneven skirting even up to 1inch thick, bathroom piping start leaking, cracked car porch, peeling wall plaster, uneven painting, worst thing is the new roof that cost 20K+ even start leaking when the roof is completed. Numerous leaking and when we report to him, he will say can settle, small matter, but just can't solved the leaking... already 6months since i moved in, leaking still happen but he will give lots of reasons to blame... long stories... so i'm sharing this blacklist contractor here so people please avoid to get con by this irresponsible reno contractor.

#klangvalley#klpj#renovation#contractor#housemakeover#blacklistedcontractor#beware
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QUOTE(fuku Ryu @ May 7 2020, 05:40 PM)
those that complain their contractor sucks 1.

their pricing must be lower than other contractorss. correct?
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so you are the only rich fella that can afford to pay expensive contractors?

idiot
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QUOTE(Myreno @ Jun 5 2020, 09:22 AM)
Everyone in Klang Valley that going for reno, please AVOID this renovation contractor no matter how:
Name:  Lee Kuan Yau (IC:821102_XX_XX01)
Mobile: 60122648860
Company: Guixing Construction (002253685-P) with registered address in Taman Sri Sinar, Segambut, KL.
It was recommeded by a viral house makeover owner, but maybe he got too many jobs from the viral posts, so things change and become an evil. It was a nightmare for me, infact sleepless nights... Problems included: threathen us to get more progressive payments, bad workmanship, peeling and holes tiles grout, uneven skirting even up to 1inch thick, bathroom piping start leaking, cracked car porch, peeling wall plaster, uneven painting, worst thing is the new roof that cost 20K+ even start leaking when the roof is completed. Numerous leaking and when we report to him, he will say can settle, small matter, but just can't solved the leaking... already 6months since i moved in, leaking still happen but he will give lots of reasons to blame... long stories... so i'm sharing this blacklist contractor here so people please avoid to get con by this irresponsible reno contractor.

#klangvalley#klpj#renovation#contractor#housemakeover#blacklistedcontractor#beware
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Pm me if you need contact for plumber to fix your leaking. I personally experienced a very bad leaking with one of my house (even affecting the neighbour) and this plumber that I know was responsible enough make numerous visit to identify the problem and eventually fixed it

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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 10 2020, 11:31 PM)
Pm me if you need contact for plumber to fix your leaking. I personally experienced a very bad leaking with one of my house (even affecting the neighbour) and this plumber that I know was responsible enough make numerous visit to identify the problem and eventually fixed it
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can share me his contact please?
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 10 2020, 11:08 PM)
so you are the only rich fella that can afford to pay expensive contractors?

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He's saying those are usually among the lowest quotation given. No need to be salty.

Try to do the industry practice for the quotations. Remove the Highest and Lowest price then decides on the rest.
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 10 2020, 11:08 PM)
so you are the only rich fella that can afford to pay expensive contractors?

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i'm a ID contractor...

i'm as sad as u when u get cheated

u get cheated i don't earn anything

u get cheated when i almost about to convince u that i am a good contractor that u don't trust me instead u choose the dark side ( this is how yoda feel)

u choose cheaper option thinking that renovation is no big deal and no rocket science that anybody can do it...

u got cheated in 1 of the following: -

1. within budget - VO keep adding
2. within timeframe - delivery date keep postponing
3. within expected quality - quality of toyota compare to quality of proton ...and i didnt compare to benz or BMW

all this when i see it myself u think i happy??? laughing through??? what i earn??? u will buy another house in 2 weeks and u will learn from experience and took from me????

think about it ya! i never even ask for anything



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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 10 2020, 11:08 PM)
so you are the only rich fella that can afford to pay expensive contractors?

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I think so....
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QUOTE(KaLs @ Jun 11 2020, 07:34 PM)
He's saying those are usually among the lowest quotation given. No need to be salty.

Try to do the industry practice for the quotations. Remove the Highest and Lowest price then decides on the rest.
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well the word "usually" and "must" carries a different meaning to me.

so my interpretation to what he is saying - we are facing problem with contractors only because we are trying to be cheap. As long as we go expensive and pay whatever contractors ask for then we will be fine
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QUOTE(fuku Ryu @ Jun 11 2020, 10:38 PM)
i'm a ID contractor...

i'm as sad as u when u get cheated

u get cheated i don't earn anything

u get cheated when i almost about to convince u that i am a good contractor that u don't trust me instead u choose the dark side ( this is how yoda feel)

u choose cheaper option thinking that renovation is no big deal and no rocket science that anybody can do it...

u got cheated in 1 of the following: -

1. within budget - VO keep adding
2. within timeframe - delivery date keep postponing
3. within expected quality - quality of toyota compare to quality of proton ...and i didnt compare to benz or BMW

all this when i see it myself u think i happy??? laughing through??? what i earn??? u will buy another house in 2 weeks and u will learn from experience and took from me????

think about it ya! i never even ask for anything
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seriously on what ground you say that we all here are choosing cheaper option and thinking that anybody can do it?

all of us care about our renovation and many of us are even choosing the most expensive quote YET in the end the contractor wasn't able to meet our expectation hence the complaints.

it is very obvious that you didn't read this thread completely and just coming in to say that we are facing problem because we are trying to go cheap.

if paying expensive quote means worry-free i believe we don't even need this thread because many of us can definitely afford to pay.
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QUOTE(fuku Ryu @ Jun 11 2020, 10:38 PM)
i'm a ID contractor...

i'm as sad as u when u get cheated

u get cheated i don't earn anything

u get cheated when i almost about to convince u that i am a good contractor that u don't trust me instead u choose the dark side ( this is how yoda feel)

u choose cheaper option thinking that renovation is no big deal and no rocket science that anybody can do it...

u got cheated in 1 of the following: -

1. within budget - VO keep adding
2. within timeframe - delivery date keep postponing
3. within expected quality - quality of toyota compare to quality of proton ...and i didnt compare to benz or BMW

all this when i see it myself u think i happy??? laughing through??? what i earn??? u will buy another house in 2 weeks and u will learn from experience and took from me????

think about it ya! i never even ask for anything
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My fellow ID contractor, just explain it without igniting any argument. I think your company is quite established at least compared to mine. Be professional as per your establishment level. I know this is just a forum and those arguing might not be your client but I think it is our job to make it clearer for public into ID and renovation. Cheers.

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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 12 2020, 12:30 PM)
seriously on what ground you say that we all here are choosing cheaper option and thinking that anybody can do it?

all of us care about our renovation and many of us are even choosing the most expensive quote YET in the end the contractor wasn't able to meet our expectation hence the complaints.

it is very obvious that you didn't read this thread completely and just coming in to say that we are facing problem because we are trying to go cheap.

if paying expensive quote means worry-free i believe we don't even need this thread because many of us can definitely afford to pay.
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Just want to point out expensive doesn't guarantee quality and after sales services as well, just with higher possibilities. It is better to check contractors previous work and their reviews.
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QUOTE(KaLs @ Jun 15 2020, 02:08 PM)
Just want to point out expensive doesn't guarantee quality and after sales services as well, just with higher possibilities. It is better to check contractors previous work and their reviews.
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this is exactly my point and the way he phrased it is as though we are bearing the consequences because we are going cheap

in my case im using one of the contractor recommended by many in this forum and didn't even bother to negotiate or compare the price. the way of talking is also very similar i.e. we will deliver quality workmanship & bla bla bla but in the end some of the work didn't meet expectation

thats why im very pissed with the way he is talking because many of us definitely did our homework and not always going with the cheapest option unlike what he is claiming


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Very less ppl put reviews in google on contractor workmanship and services

Hope to see more reviews same like others services like car workshops, restaurant, doctors etc.

It can help other to decide on their renovation contractors. Currently heavily depends on other neighbors or friend recommendations.
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QUOTE(birdman8 @ Jun 16 2020, 12:02 PM)
Very less ppl put reviews in google on contractor workmanship and services

Hope to see more reviews same like others services like car workshops, restaurant, doctors  etc.

It can help other to decide on their renovation contractors. Currently heavily depends on other neighbors or friend recommendations.
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Too much hassle and bad contractor can shut down their company and get new one.

Never ending story.
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Too much hassle and bad contractor can shut down their company and get new one.

Never ending story.
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Deswai I always look for the contractors/ sellers/ shops with multiple reviews in places....At least 10 reviews minimum, the more the betters or more trustable.

The less review in the google site, the less reliable the score is as they can rate their own, ask friend/ staff to do favour for them to rate etc.

Dont have to write long wind story, just a brief remarks will do.
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BEWARE OF THIS SCAMMER! Anyone wanting to hire this painter Sky Leong Chang Ker 0169722533 must be very careful.

I contacted Sky Leong Chang Ker to spray on my kitchen cabinet and repaint my house. We got 3 quotes and his quote is slightly more expensive than the other two. We selected him because we believe on his workmanship and indeed he’s very good at self-promoting on his job and building rapport. He told us that he got cheated RM40,000 by a main-con in Cyberjaya in Feb 2020 before CNY, and no work during MCO period, so he promised to do a very good and efficient job.

We paid 50% deposit and he came and work first day and requested another 20% because ‘his mother is sick’ and need more money urgently. Of course we refuse to pay and guest what, he disappeared on 2nd day. We called and he was very LCLY saying he’s busy and started another work already. Ask us to wait ‘few days’ after he finish his job first because he need money. On the same conversation he even requested RM2000 for him to come over to finish up the job! Just beware of this 骗子contractor Sky Leong Chang Ker 0169722533.

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QUOTE(Myreno @ Jun 5 2020, 09:22 AM)
Everyone in Klang Valley that going for reno, please AVOID this renovation contractor no matter how:
Name:  Lee Kuan Yau (IC:821102_XX_XX01)
Mobile: 60122648860
Company: Guixing Construction (002253685-P) with registered address in Taman Sri Sinar, Segambut, KL.
It was recommeded by a viral house makeover owner, but maybe he got too many jobs from the viral posts, so things change and become an evil. It was a nightmare for me, infact sleepless nights... Problems included: threathen us to get more progressive payments, bad workmanship, peeling and holes tiles grout, uneven skirting even up to 1inch thick, bathroom piping start leaking, cracked car porch, peeling wall plaster, uneven painting, worst thing is the new roof that cost 20K+ even start leaking when the roof is completed. Numerous leaking and when we report to him, he will say can settle, small matter, but just can't solved the leaking... already 6months since i moved in, leaking still happen but he will give lots of reasons to blame... long stories... so i'm sharing this blacklist contractor here so people please avoid to get con by this irresponsible reno contractor.

#klangvalley#klpj#renovation#contractor#housemakeover#blacklistedcontractor#beware
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GG, I thought some lowyat forumer engaged in this contractor to do reno and he rated them quite good. hmm...
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Anyone heard of DS Decor before?
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QUOTE(hehs3818 @ Jun 21 2020, 02:31 PM)
BEWARE OF THIS SCAMMER! Anyone wanting to hire this painter Sky Leong Chang Ker 0169722533 must be very careful.

I contacted Sky Leong Chang Ker to spray on my kitchen cabinet and repaint my house. We got 3 quotes and his quote is slightly more expensive than the other two. We selected him because we believe on his workmanship and indeed he’s very good at self-promoting on his job and building rapport. He told us that he got cheated RM40,000 by a main-con in Cyberjaya in Feb 2020 before CNY, and no work during MCO period, so he promised to do a very good and efficient job.

We paid 50% deposit and he came and work first day and requested another 20% because ‘his mother is sick’ and need more money urgently. Of course we refuse to pay and guest what, he disappeared on 2nd day. We called and he was very LCLY saying he’s busy and started another work already. Ask us to wait ‘few days’ after he finish his job first because he need money. On the same conversation he even requested RM2000 for him to come over to finish up the job! Just beware of this 骗子contractor Sky Leong Chang Ker 0169722533.
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doh.gif aiyoh... sorry to hear this.
But thanks for this info! I hope your next contractor will be OK.
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 10 2020, 11:31 PM)
Pm me if you need contact for plumber to fix your leaking. I personally experienced a very bad leaking with one of my house (even affecting the neighbour) and this plumber that I know was responsible enough make numerous visit to identify the problem and eventually fixed it
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Can you pm me the name of the plumber. Might want to use it to fix some minor leaking that numerous contractors couldn't detect.
Tq
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Anyone interested to have this ? Pm me ya
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This picture looks like the courtyard in Elmina Phase 3. Am i right?
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This picture looks like the courtyard in Elmina Phase 3. Am i right?
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Yes....
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Yes.... I go and see then I snap a photo...
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Because I’m a property argent, and I like to do all kind of research, so I know a lot of good and no good contractor, and all hard works worker really can perform.
Hope some one don’t mind I share here.
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Hi, guy... why always is house owner complain about the contractor no good and not responsible? Is someone try to take advantage to contractor? Or contractor take advantage to the house owner?
Contractor must balance up their profit margin, if not profit margin how to survive to pay the skillful worker? It’s really hard to find a team of skillful workers now days...hope all the contractor don’t get a bad name from the house owner. And hope all the house owner also don’t squeeze the contractor pricing to tied. Both also need to be balance and fare to each other’s and get win win situations.
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QUOTE(fuku Ryu @ May 7 2020, 05:40 PM)
those that complain their contractor sucks 1.

their pricing must be lower than other contractorss. correct?
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Ya...must be...! Agreed to you!
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Just completed some minor renovations at home (mainly a new nursery!) after contractors were allowed to resume work after the MCO period.

Engaged Mr Yap again (my 3rd renovation contract with him) and once again, am very pleased with the quality of his work and the price was decent as well! Mr Yap's workers also had their Covid-19 tests carried out so a bit more peace of mind when letting them into our home.

And of course, the final result!:

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Scope of works:
1. Wall crack repairs
2. Installation of new lights + relocation of existing lights
3. Addition of power sockets + hacking
4. Painting
5. Plaster ceiling
6. Mounting of fixtures & fittings

Best thing was the team really took care to manage the cleanliness and dust (which is very important as we are currently living in the house and have furniture, etc). They even protected the bed in the room (which we didn't remove during the renovations) and kept it in perfect condition! And finished everything on time as promised.

A solid 9/10 for attitude, quality and price for Mr Yap and would not hesitate to engage again.

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A owner think her money is bigger the the sun.... just share with all guy here...
“ I will definitely screen shots this conversation.. I really cannot accept the fact that u call it a lot when it doesn't come free.. I have to pay for all the installation.. are you out of ur mind? Also.. ur charging for ceiling paint u think cheap is it? U paint one time or one thousand times make no difference.. I look at the outcome, dun blame me for your cost increase when u dun handle/in charge of anything.. all I have to be there and answer questions as if I have no contractor..”

My answer is:- 2,100.00 to paint double storey terrace ceiling, ground and first floor plus extension part. House size is 22’x55’ x 2 storey.. 2,100.00 is it too expensive?
Guys , pls give some comment.
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Continue from above...
“ If u arrange and in charge of everything nicely.. u will save cost.. u dun arrange work for your worker nicely.. dun blame me.. u r wasting their time.. not me.. I want my house to be done earliest possible.. but because u dun do your work properly.. they don't work efficiently.. u blame me.. I almost everyday have to run to my new house.. like I am the contractor.. how crazy is that”

My answer:- how to say not arrange in properly ?
Wall not yet completed touch up wiring hacking, cabinet guy and ikea come in already.... ceiling haven’t completed install. This owner must be mad already....

Guys, is this contractor fault?
I’m not a contractor.... but just heard from others ppl .
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Aug 8 2020, 10:14 PM)
A owner think her money is bigger the the sun.... just share with all guy here...
“ I will definitely screen shots this conversation.. I really cannot accept the fact that u call it a lot when it doesn't come free.. I have to pay for all the installation.. are you out of ur mind? Also.. ur charging for ceiling paint u think cheap is it? U paint one time or one thousand times make no difference.. I look at the outcome, dun blame me for your cost increase when u dun handle/in charge of anything.. all I have to be there and answer questions as if I have no contractor..”

My answer is:- 2,100.00 to paint double storey terrace ceiling, ground and first floor plus extension part. House size is 22’x55’ x 2 storey.. 2,100.00 is it too expensive?
Guys , pls give some comment.
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If 2100 including paint, i guess cheap already
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QUOTE(pesona3F @ Aug 8 2020, 11:29 PM)
If 2100 including paint, i guess cheap already
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It’s including painting materials...
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It’s including painting materials...
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Depending on the paint brand.. but i guess for double story and considering the size.. its cheap.. my 2 cent lah
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It’s including painting materials...
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Should just ask the owner to really go out there and check on paint price nowadays. biggrin.gif

The market itself is competitive, good quality material and workmanship do costs a lot more than inferior/normal quality products/workmanship. Also, If the owner hire different contractors for different jobs then the hired contractors should know when is the best time for them to come in, the painting contractor should also advise the owner beforehand. Only start the work when both seller and buyer has consensus on it.
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QUOTE(pesona3F @ Aug 8 2020, 11:29 PM)
If 2100 including paint, i guess cheap already
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Yeah. 2100 including paint for whole house is damn cheap already. My contractor quoted me 1200 for ground floor only, excluding paint. If I compare to 2100 for whole house, the price I get is pretty expensive. But I will go with him anyway since I saw the quality of painting in my sister’s house (who recommend me this contractor) is still like brand new after 8 years ++.

Btw, how many liters of paint do I need to paint ground level only for 22x75 house? Built up around 2300/2. Other than all side walls, internal walls are only divider between kitchen & living hall (9x15ft), 1 room & kitchen.
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QUOTE(blanket84 @ Aug 9 2020, 12:18 PM)
Yeah. 2100 including paint for whole house is damn cheap already. My contractor quoted me 1200 for ground floor only, excluding paint. If I compare to 2100 for whole house, the price I get is pretty expensive. But I will go with him anyway since I saw the quality of painting in my sister’s house (who recommend me this contractor) is still like brand new after 8 years ++.

Btw, how many liters of paint do I need to paint ground level only for 22x75 house? Built up around 2300/2. Other than all side walls, internal walls are only divider between kitchen & living hall (9x15ft), 1 room & kitchen.
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Wall - need 18 litres x 4(ground and first floor)
Ceiling - 18 litres x3 (Ground and first floor)
This quantity is included wastage...and it’s with 1 colour
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I just recommenced one of my female friend to use this contractor and I’d designer. End up my female friend feel very happy with this contractor.
Name: yap
Tel: 0123291682
Name: Chong (Site supervisor)
Tel : +60 12 894 2826
Any one interested, can direct contact them, they are friendly party and with reasonable pricing. Thanks

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Chong is the ID? Do they work together or they are engaged as separate entites?

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hahaha...u guys must be crazy!
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Aug 8 2020, 10:18 PM)
Continue from above...
“ If u arrange and in charge of everything nicely.. u will save cost.. u dun arrange work for your worker nicely.. dun blame me.. u r wasting their time.. not me.. I want my house to be done earliest possible.. but because u dun do your work properly.. they don't work efficiently.. u blame me.. I almost everyday have to run to my new house.. like I am the contractor.. how crazy is that”

My answer:- how to say not arrange in properly ?
Wall not yet completed touch up wiring hacking, cabinet guy and ikea come in already.... ceiling haven’t completed install. This owner must be mad already....

Guys, is this contractor fault?
I’m not a contractor.... but just heard from others ppl .
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you not contractor then who are u and what's your relationship with mr yap?

is this job done with contractor only in charge of certain part and owner bring his own ppl for cabinet ?
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u guess cheap already?
hahaha...u guys must be crazy!
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What is the average price? And how much can be considered cheap?
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Chong is the ID? Do they work together or they are engaged as separate entites?
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We are the same panel... always works together as a team.
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you not contractor then who are u and what's your relationship with mr yap?

is this job done with contractor only in charge of certain part and owner bring his own ppl for cabinet ?
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Im with yap is good friend, and I’m a architect,
So I have to guide him sometimes.
All the works done is with ONE contractor only.And with others sub contractor are under mr yap and mr Chong control as a team. Thanks
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Jul 16 2020, 08:27 AM)
Because I’m a property argent, and I like to do all kind of research, so I know a lot of good and no good contractor, and all hard works worker really can perform.
Hope some one don’t mind I share here.
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Aug 20 2020, 05:32 PM)
Im with yap is good friend, and I’m a property agent,
So I have to guide him sometimes.
All the works done is with ONE contractor only.And with others sub contractor are under mr yap and mr Chong control as a team. Thanks
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Jul 16 2020, 08:27 AM)
Because I’m a property argent, and I like to do all kind of research, so I know a lot of good and no good contractor, and all hard works worker really can perform.
Hope some one don’t mind I share here.
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Aug 20 2020, 05:32 PM)
Im with yap is good friend, and I’m a property agent,an freelance architect,(sorry, miss out during first post)
So I have to guide him sometimes.
All the works done is with ONE contractor only.And with others sub contractor are under mr yap and mr Chong control as a team. Thanks
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Hi,
Can someone recommend me contractor/installer to supply and fix a small portion of cabinet?

One of my cabinet was damaged by termites. Already clean the debris but there're some damaged area eg the walls.
I've asked a few contractors and also the contractor that did renovation of my bathroom but he said he cannot do that. Also asked a few contractors in fb but none of them agreed. Maybe it's just a small job.
So anyone knows anybody that want to take this small job?

Thanks

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Hi,
Can someone recommend me contractor/installer to supply and fix a small portion of cabinet?

One of my cabinet was damaged by termites. Already clean the debris but there're some damaged area eg the walls.
I've asked a few contractors and also the contractor that did renovation of my bathroom but he said he cannot do that. Also asked a few contractors in fb but none of them agreed. Maybe it's just a small job.
So anyone knows anybody that want to take this small job?

Thanks
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You can call this guy +60 14 3218 056 ( Jeremy hing)
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You can call this guy +60 14 3218 056 ( Jeremy hing)
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QUOTE(merci @ Aug 21 2020, 09:08 AM)
Hi,
Can someone recommend me contractor/installer to supply and fix a small portion of cabinet?

One of my cabinet was damaged by termites. Already clean the debris but there're some damaged area eg the walls.
I've asked a few contractors and also the contractor that did renovation of my bathroom but he said he cannot do that. Also asked a few contractors in fb but none of them agreed. Maybe it's just a small job.
So anyone knows anybody that want to take this small job?

Thanks
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may i know what is the expectation of repair cost u have in mind for this small job?

just to give u an idea of the process. the person to do the repair have to come to meet u to discuss and agree and give u a quote for the repair. u may agree or reject the quote. if the reject, they earn nothing if u don't pay them a trip fee. if the agree, they have to come another round with the right tool to do the job .
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QUOTE(merci @ Aug 21 2020, 09:08 AM)
Hi,
Can someone recommend me contractor/installer to supply and fix a small portion of cabinet?

One of my cabinet was damaged by termites. Already clean the debris but there're some damaged area eg the walls.
I've asked a few contractors and also the contractor that did renovation of my bathroom but he said he cannot do that. Also asked a few contractors in fb but none of them agreed. Maybe it's just a small job.
So anyone knows anybody that want to take this small job?

Thanks
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may i know what is the expectation of repair cost u have in mind for this small job?

just to give u an idea of the process. the person to do the repair have to come to meet u to discuss and agree and give u a quote for the repair. u may agree or reject the quote. if the reject, they earn nothing if u don't pay them a trip fee. if the agree, they have to come another round with the right tool to do the job .
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Aug 21 2020, 07:47 AM)

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mr yap so lucky to have u as a fren!
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may i know what is the expectation of repair cost u have in mind for this small job?

just to give u an idea of the process.  the person to do the repair have to come to meet u to discuss and agree and give u a quote for the repair. u may agree or reject the quote. if the reject, they earn nothing if u don't pay them a trip fee. if the agree, they have to come another round with the right tool to do the job .
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What I usually did is t send the pictures and measurement. Ask for quotation. If the price is right, then will come to confirm the measurement.
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pls add below general contractor to the BAD list.

HK Renovation & Interior Design
Contact: Mr William / Mr Chin 010-6562862 / 019-3139593 / 03-33588390
office: No. 15-G, Tingkat Bawah, Jalan nKlang Sentral, 5/KU5, Bandar Bukit Raja, 41050 Klang, Selangor
factory: 50, Bandar Saujana Putra, Jalan 4/28, 42610 Jenjarom, Selangor
email : hkreno88@gmail.com

I've appointed him to do major reno (house extension + kitchen cabinets, wardrobe) last year. He provided a cheap reno quotation initially and promised you he can deliver whatever you design/requested to lure you in to sign it and put down deposits. After that, he started saying this cannot that cannot and charging/topup high price for what you want but at the end he gave different things which is low quality and made you fed up to change it after dragging so long. Also, finishing is very bad and unprofessional, never fix concrete roof water leaking, wrong door colors/pattern, uneven plaster ceiling, new tracks installed are scratched and dirty, wrong cabinets design and measurements, miscalculate floor tiles number to buy which coz different tiles color tone.... and many more!!)

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pls add below general contractor to the BAD list.

HK Renovation & Interior Design
Contact: Mr William / Mr Chin  010-6562862 / 019-3139593 / 03-33588390
office: No. 15-G, Tingkat Bawah, Jalan nKlang Sentral, 5/KU5, Bandar Bukit Raja, 41050 Klang, Selangor
factory: 50, Bandar Saujana Putra, Jalan 4/28, 42610 Jenjarom, Selangor
email : hkreno88@gmail.com

I've appointed him to do major reno (house extension + kitchen cabinets, wardrobe) last year. He provided a cheap reno quotation initially and promised you he can deliver whatever you design/requested to lure you in to sign it and put down deposits. After that, he started saying this cannot that cannot and charging/topup high price for what you want but at the end he gave different things which is low quality and made you fed up to change it after dragging so long. Also, finishing is very bad and unprofessional, never fix concrete roof water leaking, wrong door colors/pattern, uneven plaster ceiling, new tracks installed are scratched and dirty, wrong cabinets design and measurements, miscalculate floor tiles number to buy which coz different tiles color tone.... and many more!!)
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pls add below general contractor to the BAD list.

HK Renovation & Interior Design
Contact: Mr William / Mr Chin  010-6562862 / 019-3139593 / 03-33588390
office: No. 15-G, Tingkat Bawah, Jalan nKlang Sentral, 5/KU5, Bandar Bukit Raja, 41050 Klang, Selangor
factory: 50, Bandar Saujana Putra, Jalan 4/28, 42610 Jenjarom, Selangor
email : hkreno88@gmail.com

I've appointed him to do major reno (house extension + kitchen cabinets, wardrobe) last year. He provided a cheap reno quotation initially and promised you he can deliver whatever you design/requested to lure you in to sign it and put down deposits. After that, he started saying this cannot that cannot and charging/topup high price for what you want but at the end he gave different things which is low quality and made you fed up to change it after dragging so long. Also, finishing is very bad and unprofessional, never fix concrete roof water leaking, wrong door colors/pattern, uneven plaster ceiling, new tracks installed are scratched and dirty, wrong cabinets design and measurements, miscalculate floor tiles number to buy which coz different tiles color tone.... and many more!!)
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Sorry to hear that....

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Another great works from yap & Chong at “Tiffani Kiara, mount kiara” with their panel carpentery guy.
Yap 0123291682
Chong +60 12 894 2826

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From the last few posts I wonder if this is a commercial thread instead of good and bad contractors list. The so called good ones are probably self promoting and the bad ones are both the faults of contractor and owner.

When you select a contractor, when you are not clear on scope/specifications and yet u want the price below cost. Such is a disaster in the making.

For those self promoting ones ... at least be more honest and do it in appropriate forum rather than pretending to be user(s) recommending a certain contractors.
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 12 2019, 05:26 PM)
Frankly speaking his price is not the cheapest in town but I still accept the quote because of all the good review in this forum (for reference purpose i was quoted >4k for labour only to paint a 1,100 sqft new condo including ceiling).
I am totally fine with the hacking/tiling/painting work but the electrical work I am really not happy. And he started to get defensive when I complain to him about the electrical work e.g. the switches are like that one, the fan and light you bought why so fancy one (rubine is everywhere nowadays and the light is sort of pendant light with three modes and after wireman installed can only can activate one mode).
Personally that explanation is not acceptable because I paid for the work to be done and when I am willing to pay more i expect things to be done better.
For roof repair if its the same person that did my tiling then I would recommend. A malay bodybuilder, quiet and very honest guy in my opinion, my kitchen tiling is all nicely done.
Do share your experience here once you engaged him. Perhaps I was the only unlucky one  cry.gif
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That is true you always need to consider long term over cost when it come to things like this. doh.gif It doesn't make sense to cut corner around something such as the roof over your head. However it is also good to get a second opinion at least 1 or 2 more. This helps you make more informed decisions and also what technology is available out there now to you. My uncle Mr Teh, and close family friend is in this lined for the last 15 years. brows.gif

im sure he also can provide some third party point of view, and if your lucky you might catch him at his discounted value for money rates, with good workmanship and a solid team as well, cause he did my roof a few years back, and also my Mothers semi-d home. if anyone is looking for a second opinion you can contact Mr Teh, at 012-6721130 Call/Wassap also know as the original Mr Fix in KL & Selangor He recently also launched his website at https://mrfix-leaking-roof.com/ flex.gif
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QUOTE(shop.petong @ Jun 12 2019, 05:26 PM)
Frankly speaking his price is not the cheapest in town but I still accept the quote because of all the good review in this forum (for reference purpose i was quoted >4k for labour only to paint a 1,100 sqft new condo including ceiling).
I am totally fine with the hacking/tiling/painting work but the electrical work I am really not happy. And he started to get defensive when I complain to him about the electrical work e.g. the switches are like that one, the fan and light you bought why so fancy one (rubine is everywhere nowadays and the light is sort of pendant light with three modes and after wireman installed can only can activate one mode).
Personally that explanation is not acceptable because I paid for the work to be done and when I am willing to pay more i expect things to be done better.
For roof repair if its the same person that did my tiling then I would recommend. A malay bodybuilder, quiet and very honest guy in my opinion, my kitchen tiling is all nicely done.
Do share your experience here once you engaged him. Perhaps I was the only unlucky one  cry.gif
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Hi bro, may I know how much was the charge for hacking, water proofing and tiling if you have the breakdown?

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QUOTE(kuchaikway @ Sep 20 2020, 01:52 PM)
From the last few posts I wonder if this is a commercial thread instead of good and bad contractors list.  The so called good ones are probably self promoting and the bad ones are both the faults of contractor and owner.

When you select a contractor, when you are not clear on scope/specifications and yet u want the price below cost. Such is a disaster in the making.

For those self promoting ones ... at least be more honest and do it in appropriate forum rather than pretending to be user(s) recommending a certain contractors.
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hi all, i would like to recommend Mr.U 012-911 0653
he had been working for my double storey house renovation for the past 4 months.

Initially I had quotation from Mr.Yap (a lot of recommendation here), Mr.U and 2 other contractor. from all the contractor, Mr.U is able to suit my budget yet had given what i requested.
Mr. Yap is also helpful, but he is pricier. Mr. Yap did proposed some other solution to suit my budget, but it's not really what i had in plan.
So in the end Mr.U quoted me lower than my budget but with everything i want. He even came over to my house before my final selection to remove the awning at the backyard as it was not allowed during my permit application. Since he was so helpful and with a good price, i took my risk to get him to do my work as there is only Margaret who recommended him in lowyat forum.

He is responsible and responsive to my query, question and requirement. A lot of extra stuff he did for free. he is not calculative type of person.
He will not hide his mistake and be frank to me.
He quoted me cement brick price but willing to give me clay brick after i requested.

He just finished his work at my house yesterday. he and his worker tried their best to spot flaws before they left and rectified whatever they can.

I am a happy house owner with his work.

I am not hard selling here. just share my experience.
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QUOTE(edw3y @ Sep 17 2020, 05:05 PM)
pls add below general contractor to the BAD list.

HK Renovation & Interior Design
Contact: Mr William / Mr Chin  010-6562862 / 019-3139593 / 03-33588390
office: No. 15-G, Tingkat Bawah, Jalan nKlang Sentral, 5/KU5, Bandar Bukit Raja, 41050 Klang, Selangor
factory: 50, Bandar Saujana Putra, Jalan 4/28, 42610 Jenjarom, Selangor
email : hkreno88@gmail.com

I've appointed him to do major reno (house extension + kitchen cabinets, wardrobe) last year. He provided a cheap reno quotation initially and promised you he can deliver whatever you design/requested to lure you in to sign it and put down deposits. After that, he started saying this cannot that cannot and charging/topup high price for what you want but at the end he gave different things which is low quality and made you fed up to change it after dragging so long. Also, finishing is very bad and unprofessional, never fix concrete roof water leaking, wrong door colors/pattern, uneven plaster ceiling, new tracks installed are scratched and dirty, wrong cabinets design and measurements, miscalculate floor tiles number to buy which coz different tiles color tone.... and many more!!)
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chinese saying "if u can cross the sea, u will be the god"

sorry to say that either client or contractor did not managed to become the god and somehow client is at the losing side. mayb the contractor in the beginning already not plan to complete the work


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QUOTE(wailing81 @ Oct 1 2020, 02:29 PM)
hi all, i would like to recommend Mr.U 012-911 0653
he had been working for my double storey house renovation for the past 4 months.

Initially I had quotation from Mr.Yap (a lot of recommendation here), Mr.U and 2 other contractor. from all the contractor, Mr.U is able to suit my budget yet had given what i requested.
Mr. Yap is also helpful, but he is pricier. Mr. Yap did proposed some other solution to suit my budget, but it's not really what i had in plan.
So in the end Mr.U quoted me lower than my budget but with everything i want. He even came over to my house before my final selection to remove the awning at the backyard as it was not allowed during my permit application. Since he was so helpful and with a good price, i took my risk to get him to do my work as there is only Margaret who recommended him in lowyat forum.

He is responsible and responsive to my query, question and requirement. A lot of extra stuff he did for free. he is not calculative type of person.
He will not hide his mistake and be frank to me.
He quoted me cement brick price but willing to give me clay brick after i requested.

He just finished his work at my house yesterday. he and his worker tried their best to spot flaws before they left and rectified whatever they can.

I am a happy house owner with his work.

I am not hard selling here. just share my experience.
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chinese saying "if u can cross the sea, u will be the god"

sand brick upgrade to clay brick for free!? wow rclxms.gif
lowest cost, free stuff and give better materials...i wonder how he manage to earn his profit

you are lucky to pull it off and become the god
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QUOTE(fuku Ryu @ Oct 1 2020, 11:47 PM)
chinese saying "if u can cross the sea, u will be the god"

sand brick upgrade to clay brick for free!? wow rclxms.gif
lowest cost, free stuff and give better materials...i wonder how he manage to earn his profit 

you are lucky to pull it off and become the god
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ya, kind of agree with you. He did complained he couldn't profit from my project and won't repeat again.
but at the end he did the job well and finished it.
That's why i highly recommend him here.

i think most contractor factor in too much margin to cover for any unexpected lost.

U did some wrong calculation for the concrete slab size, but i did agree to compensate him with reasonable price.
He also showed me the size of the steel rod and told him some contractor reduced the number of steel rod in the pillar just to con few hundred but he will not do so.
from my view, he is a responsible guy and wish to give the best to his customer. just from my current experience only.

He treated me nice, so i just returned him favor.

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QUOTE(wailing81 @ Oct 1 2020, 02:29 PM)
hi all, i would like to recommend Mr.U 012-911 0653
he had been working for my double storey house renovation for the past 4 months.

Initially I had quotation from Mr.Yap (a lot of recommendation here), Mr.U and 2 other contractor. from all the contractor, Mr.U is able to suit my budget yet had given what i requested.
Mr. Yap is also helpful, but he is pricier. Mr. Yap did proposed some other solution to suit my budget, but it's not really what i had in plan.
So in the end Mr.U quoted me lower than my budget but with everything i want. He even came over to my house before my final selection to remove the awning at the backyard as it was not allowed during my permit application. Since he was so helpful and with a good price, i took my risk to get him to do my work as there is only Margaret who recommended him in lowyat forum.

He is responsible and responsive to my query, question and requirement. A lot of extra stuff he did for free. he is not calculative type of person.
He will not hide his mistake and be frank to me.
He quoted me cement brick price but willing to give me clay brick after i requested.

He just finished his work at my house yesterday. he and his worker tried their best to spot flaws before they left and rectified whatever they can.

I am a happy house owner with his work.

I am not hard selling here. just share my experience.
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QUOTE(wailing81 @ Oct 2 2020, 09:50 AM)
ya, kind of agree with you. He did complained he couldn't profit from my project and won't repeat again.
but at the end he did the job well and finished it.
That's why i highly recommend him here.

i think most contractor factor in too much margin to cover for any unexpected lost.

U did some wrong calculation for the concrete slab size, but i did agree to compensate him with reasonable price.
He also showed me the size of the steel rod and told him some contractor reduced the number of steel rod in the pillar just to con few hundred but he will not do so.
from my view, he is a responsible guy and wish to give the best to his customer. just from my current experience only.

He treated me nice, so i just returned him favor.
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If these are not hard sell I don't know what is. I have used a number of contractors for my previous renovations and many are recommended by good friends. Some are doing a good job but none is as great as as what is described here: a perfect ideal contractor. Even the best contractors that I had I have some things to say about them: price, communications, quality consistency, payment schedule, etc. This is especially they have many workers in the project and some are beyond their controls.

First right minded contractor will not do non profit business. This is nonsense. They may make less money but many will ask for change orders if scope or materials are changed. Second some contractors will do a thorough job but nobody will do "a lot of extra stuff for free". Third, if you can get lowest price but with best quality the contractor does not need any recommendation in this forum. Lastly I have not come across any contractor that will "give the best to his customer" unless you pay top dollars for it. The good ones will do the best for that budget. The lousy ones will use lower quality stuff for your budget.

i would take this recommendation with a pinch of salt.


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If these are not hard sell I don't know what is.  I have used a number of contractors for my previous renovations and many are recommended by good friends.  Some are doing a good job but none is as great as as what is described here: a perfect ideal contractor.  Even the best contractors that I had I have some things to say about them: price, communications, quality consistency, payment schedule, etc. This is especially they have many workers in the project and some are beyond their controls. 

First right minded contractor will not do non profit business.  This is nonsense.  They may make less money but many will ask for change orders if scope or materials are changed.  Second some contractors will do a thorough job but nobody will do "a lot of extra stuff for free".  Third, if you can get lowest price but with best quality the contractor does not need any recommendation in this forum. Lastly I have not come across any contractor that will "give the best to his customer" unless you pay top dollars for it.  The good ones will do the best for that budget.  The lousy ones will use lower quality stuff for your budget.

i would take this recommendation with a pinch of salt.
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i am just sharing my experience here.

you may search my other post where i am seriously doing my renovation research in all aspect.

i am totally agree with you that no one will do business without profit. probably U do a wrong quotation that's why earning very less or minimal. But he didn't ask for change order or whatever. Although there is added scope, but i think the price is reasonable after browsing with topics in this forum.

Sure there is some cons, like he stayed in puchong and come less to my site. I am the one monitor my house frequently. But he will rectify his mistake.
And also i felt that he didn't manage his workers well. some time they did less work and took more time. but i won't mind about it cause he is the one paying them salary and i only pay him in lump sump price.
He also will request payment every 2 weeks to pay salary to workers. some time i did pay even the progress not until that stage.

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QUOTE(kuchaikway @ Oct 2 2020, 11:51 AM)
If these are not hard sell I don't know what is.  I have used a number of contractors for my previous renovations and many are recommended by good friends.  Some are doing a good job but none is as great as as what is described here: a perfect ideal contractor.  Even the best contractors that I had I have some things to say about them: price, communications, quality consistency, payment schedule, etc. This is especially they have many workers in the project and some are beyond their controls. 

First right minded contractor will not do non profit business.  This is nonsense.  They may make less money but many will ask for change orders if scope or materials are changed.  Second some contractors will do a thorough job but nobody will do "a lot of extra stuff for free".  Third, if you can get lowest price but with best quality the contractor does not need any recommendation in this forum. Lastly I have not come across any contractor that will "give the best to his customer" unless you pay top dollars for it.  The good ones will do the best for that budget.  The lousy ones will use lower quality stuff for your budget.

i would take this recommendation with a pinch of salt.
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U r right because they are not your mother and father and dont expect much.

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QUOTE(wailing81 @ Oct 2 2020, 01:27 PM)

Sure there is some cons, like he stayed in puchong and come less to my site. I am the one monitor my house frequently. But he will rectify his mistake.
And also i felt that he didn't manage his workers well. some time they did less work and took more time. but i won't mind about it cause he is the one paying them salary and i only pay him in lump sump price.
He also will request payment every 2 weeks to pay salary to workers. some time i did pay even the progress not until that stage.
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Haha.. what do u expect? Tua liap ni??? Hahaha.. greedy ppl
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QUOTE(kuchaikway @ Oct 2 2020, 11:51 AM)
If these are not hard sell I don't know what is.  I have used a number of contractors for my previous renovations and many are recommended by good friends.  Some are doing a good job but none is as great as as what is described here: a perfect ideal contractor.  Even the best contractors that I had I have some things to say about them: price, communications, quality consistency, payment schedule, etc. This is especially they have many workers in the project and some are beyond their controls. 

First right minded contractor will not do non profit business.  This is nonsense.  They may make less money but many will ask for change orders if scope or materials are changed.  Second some contractors will do a thorough job but nobody will do "a lot of extra stuff for free".  Third, if you can get lowest price but with best quality the contractor does not need any recommendation in this forum. Lastly I have not come across any contractor that will "give the best to his customer" unless you pay top dollars for it.  The good ones will do the best for that budget.  The lousy ones will use lower quality stuff for your budget.

i would take this recommendation with a pinch of salt.
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Agreed what you say.

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avoid the below contractor:

Accuride Builders (M) Sdn. Bhd.
22A-1, Jalan BK 5a/2b, Bandar Kinrara, 47180 Puchong

the quality of workmanship is quite bad

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avoid the below contractor:

Accuride Builders (M) Sdn. Bhd.
22A-1, Jalan BK 5a/2b, Bandar Kinrara, 47180 Puchong

the quality of workmanship is quite bad
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Hello all!

Does anyone have a reliable contact person for house renovation around Bukit Raja area? Thanks.
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I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.

This post has been edited by im_awsm: Dec 5 2020, 01:02 PM
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QUOTE(im_awsm @ Dec 5 2020, 12:53 PM)
I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN  mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.
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I have been telling people don't believe too much the so called "recommended" and "best" contractors in this forum. Every time I see people asking for dumb question for best, good price/cheapest contractors without doing any research themselves I just see disasters are happening.

Some of the people doing the recommendations are actually contractors in disguise. Some of you need to wake up.

I sympathize with your problem but I really doubt you have done enough evaluation of the contractor before you engaged him. Did you check the previous work/references? Did you have good detailed requirements and instructions? Did u monitor the work? Judging by last advice I doubt you have done any. Not many renovations projects sign contracts. You are demanding a toilet renovation project to have a signed contract? Good luck. I assume you are not living in a palace?

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QUOTE(im_awsm @ Dec 5 2020, 12:53 PM)
I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN  mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.
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Usually can't take on good review from new member, maybe fake one
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QUOTE(apalexar @ Dec 5 2020, 04:58 PM)
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Was this so bad about him and his partner?
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QUOTE(im_awsm @ Dec 5 2020, 12:53 PM)
I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN  mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.
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Was this guy so bad and his partner?
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Was this so bad about him and his partner?
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No idea but according to older post there are both good & bad reviews on him.
Personally if bad reviews more than one or even one I wouldn't consider the contractor already.
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QUOTE(im_awsm @ Dec 5 2020, 12:53 PM)
I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN  mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.
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Pity you, you fall for the trick. Like most people here said, never engage a self promoting contractor. Heck even my honest contractor who is doing a great job by most people’s standard also I don’t dare to recommended because he wasn’t up to my standard and I am afraid there will be someone fussier than me.
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Hi, im_awsm, can you show any photo how bad was his done?
So we will be caution on this guy.
If you cannot perform the photo how bad his done, I think you must be something wrong and try to getting him in trouble only. Hard to imagine the tiles not grouting and light can fall down saying just hanging only without screw. And halftime past six plumbing works?
If he was so bad as you mention, why you don’t stop him and terminated his contract and allowed him to continue the works? And still pay him after works completed?
Don’t simply black list contractor, unless you got a strong point to prove that. Another thing why they want to steal your key? This might very interesting to me?
Show some photos of the bad works to prove his really bad.
And I still believe not contractor want to be like that, and why you don’t make a police report on that time? I guess your side also got mentally problem also. Even I and my sister also using him for whole house renovation, and we find that not that bad as you mention. My house is landed and my sister house is a condominium in old klang road . And he do a good jobs in hartamas cheras, subang ss15, Mahkota cheras, Sierra 16 and paragon 3 in Sri kembangan, Ni’doz exiim i desa petaling and all with happy ending! why only doing so badly to your house?
Your are a new in forum, hard to believe what you say... for my personal view it’s is a fake talk.
And all are bull shit talk.
And I still believe him and keep promoting him in this forum.
Remember my name,property agent. I’m Robert .
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QUOTE(im_awsm @ Dec 5 2020, 12:53 PM)
I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN  mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Dec 6 2020, 01:46 PM)
Hi, im_awsm,  can you show any photo  how bad was his done?
So  we will be caution on this guy.
If you cannot perform the photo how bad his done, I think you must be something wrong and try to getting him in trouble only. Hard to imagine the tiles not grouting and light can fall down saying just hanging only without screw. And halftime past six plumbing works?
If he was so bad as you mention, why you don’t stop him and terminated his contract and allowed him to continue the works? And still pay him after works completed?
Don’t simply black list contractor, unless you got a strong point to prove that. Another thing why they want to steal your key? This might very interesting to me?
Show some photos of the bad works to prove his really bad.
And I still believe not contractor want to be like that, and why you don’t make a police report on that time? I guess your side also got mentally problem also. Even I and my sister also using him for whole house renovation, and we find that not that bad as you mention. My house is landed and my sister house is a condominium in old klang road . And he do a good jobs in hartamas cheras, subang ss15, Mahkota cheras, Sierra 16 and paragon 3 in Sri kembangan, Ni’doz exiim i desa petaling and all with happy ending! why only doing so badly to your house?
Your are a new in forum, hard to believe what you say... for my personal view it’s is a fake talk.
And all are bull shit talk.
And I still believe him and keep promoting him in this forum.
Remember my name,property agent. I’m Robert .
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Yeah kindly provide some evidences so can officially blacklist him. smile.gif
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Yeah kindly provide some evidences so can officially blacklist him. smile.gif
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Actually, I invited Mr Yap to quote a price for renovating my property.

He gave me an initial quote based on my sketch and sent his quote by 11pm, quite late at night and quite committed.

When I finally revised my plan and engaged an architect to have final drawing, I chased after the new quotations. He also revised his quote - though he told me he had 4 projects and might not be able to take up the job. His prices were not far away from the rest of the quotations I received. Hence, I assume he did put in efforts to read the drawing and estimate the cost.

Though I did not engage Mr Yap due to his schedule, I have to give him a thumb-up

a) He would return miss calls if he could not pick up my calls. I could 100% understand why contractors sometimes are not able to pick up calls.
b) He put in efforts to prepare quotations, not simply give a low quote to get the job and then variation order. Even he knows that his schedule is too tight, he still revised his plan for me to have comparisons.
c) He talks politely.

To be fair to him, I think he should have a chance to quote his side of stories.

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QUOTE(im_awsm @ Dec 5 2020, 12:53 PM)
I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN  mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.
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Maybe you should also include some pictures and chat history that you have went through with this contractor. I guess that is fair and we also hope the information shared within this sub forum are justified.

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QUOTE(im_awsm @ Dec 5 2020, 12:53 PM)
I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN  mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.
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Hi, just chanced upon this particular post and am slightly surprised by your experience. I have engaged Mr Yap > 5 times personally over the years and am a civil engineer myself. I have nothing but good things to say about him, his team and his workmanship. He has done renovations at my properties, my parents' place plus I have never hesitated to recommend him to my friends too. Generally the comments have been positive throughout.

I have always particularly been impressed by his quality of tiling and plumbing work in particular.

Not completely doubting your experience but at the very least, you should provide some evidence for your claims, especially for someone who is a relatively new poster with only 3 posts. I note many people with long extensive posting histories in LYN have come to his defense in the past few posts (which means that even if there is some truth to this post, Mr Yap is probably still delivering good work in general) so this is the least you could before calling for blacklisting.

Just for sharing, he recently completed renovation for my daughter's new nursery in July this year. Another tiptop job, no complaints at all.

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Hope your bad experience can be clarified soon to be fair to everyone.
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QUOTE(Justin.Loong @ Dec 2 2020, 12:48 PM)
May I ask what were the issues like?
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Not doing a good job. Didn't fix the damages they caused. only use white paint to simply touch up.

There was something wrong with the wall but didn't let us know before install cabinet. Then we need to repair the wall again.

The most angry part, their workers smoked in my unit but didn't want to admit it.

Conclusion, their workers are very rude and caused a lot of damages including wall, door frame, etc. The contractor (boss) didn't monitor.

I'm thinking whether to pay full for the final payment. mad.gif
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QUOTE(Chrysella @ Dec 14 2020, 12:30 PM)
Not doing a good job. Didn't fix the damages they caused. only use white paint to simply touch up.

There was something wrong with the wall but didn't let us know before install cabinet. Then we need to repair the wall again.

The most angry part, their workers smoked in my unit but didn't want to admit it.

Conclusion, their workers are very rude and caused a lot of damages including wall, door frame, etc. The contractor (boss) didn't monitor.

I'm thinking whether to pay full for the final payment.  mad.gif
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Hi, this type of thing, happen every where, seem only you pick the wrong one... payment should pay in depends what conditions you have to accept, maybe ask discount for compensation for what you really not happy, and don’t keep him to continue.
Ppl are works for money....always remember, pay to equal.
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Dec 29 2020, 05:40 PM)
Hi, this type of thing, happen every where, seem only you pick the wrong one... payment should pay in depends what conditions you have to accept, maybe ask discount for compensation for what you really not happy, and don’t keep him to continue.
Ppl are works for money....always remember, pay to equal.
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of course i will pay and blacklist the reno company. i'm not a difficult person to deal with but the contractor is not professional and can't handle customer's grouses. always have excuses when there are issues.

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QUOTE(Chrysella @ Dec 14 2020, 12:30 PM)
Not doing a good job. Didn't fix the damages they caused. only use white paint to simply touch up.

There was something wrong with the wall but didn't let us know before install cabinet. Then we need to repair the wall again.

The most angry part, their workers smoked in my unit but didn't want to admit it.

Conclusion, their workers are very rude and caused a lot of damages including wall, door frame, etc. The contractor (boss) didn't monitor.

I'm thinking whether to pay full for the final payment.  mad.gif
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Sounds like my contractor. Wall all senget need to hack some portion before installing kitchen cabinet. Even worse when in fact I already realized the unevenness of the wall a month before all works "completed". Keep delaying the repair and in the end did not repair when handed over the keys.

All hacked/chased area for AC pipings and new wirings are visible even when I pay them to repaint the whole house.

Smoking? My house is literally their giant ash tray.

Floors and skirtings were covered with small dots of paints all over. Some doors were chipped, some were dirty.

I hold some of the final payment before I rectify the cincai made area using other contractor. Will deduct from the remaining balance before paying the final payment.

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QUOTE(justintga @ Dec 14 2020, 11:59 AM)
Hi, just chanced upon this particular post and am slightly surprised by your experience. I have engaged Mr Yap > 5 times personally over the years and am a civil engineer myself. I have nothing but good things to say about him, his team and his workmanship. He has done renovations at my properties, my parents' place plus I have never hesitated to recommend him to my friends too. Generally the comments have been positive throughout.

I have always particularly been impressed by his quality of tiling and plumbing work in particular.

Not completely doubting your experience but at the very least, you should provide some evidence for your claims, especially for someone who is a relatively new poster with only 3 posts. I note many people with long extensive posting histories in LYN have come to his defense in the past few posts (which means that even if there is some truth to this post, Mr Yap is probably still delivering good work in general) so this is the least you could before calling for blacklisting.

Just for sharing, he recently completed renovation for my daughter's new nursery in July this year. Another tiptop job, no complaints at all.

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Hope your bad experience can be clarified soon to be fair to everyone.
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wow looking at the photo, its like a professional ID photographer work! good job!
Sophia will be very happy to have this room!

would like to highlight that plant is not suitable for bedroom due to photosynthesis.
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To all house owner or fresh house owner who want to do renovation works, once you appointed a contractor, you must fully trusted with your selection. Don’t end up with unhappy ending with your selection. I think no body wanna do a bad jobs or not responsible for what they doing. Always give and take, all craftsman works and not a printed works... no 100% perfect one, you might have 80-90% acceptance, is consider a good jobs for those contractor.
Human also can’t get a 100% perfectly born. Hope all house owner can get what I try to highlight. Thank you.
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Bad contractor (extremely slow, keep giving empty promises and now MIA).

Name: CK Soh/Chi Kin Soh
Phone no: 0126164169 | 0143339186
Car Plate no: VAM9186 (Toyota Camry - White)
JR ID AND RENOVATION
154, Jalan S2 B21, Pusat Dagangan Seremban 2, 70300 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan.

I have lodged a police report and will proceed to KPDNHEP next.

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Just sharing my experience with a bad contractor.

I found Mr Lim Swee Weng (012-3060017) doing a major reno opposite my house and asked him to do some reno on my house. Work started in Jun 2019 and should be completed within 3 months. I expected it to complete later as 3 months is too good to be true.

Initially everything was ok and he was quite helpful. Payment was partial according to job done or by month. I was prompt with my payment. Then job progress became slower and his worker became less and less. He's concurrently doing reno for my house and the opposite house and have 3 workers for each house. it gradually reduced to 2 and sometimes 1 for my house. I should have suspected something really wrong when he paid his worker late. Some left because of late salary. He will say house owner never pay him hence he cannot pay them. Worker ask me if it's true and i say my payment is up to date. Since I've been paying him quite prompt, he kept asking money from me almost every month till i felt I've paid almost all my reno cost.

As of last year just before the 1st MCO, he beg me for money saying he needed to pay his supplier and to complete my reno. I did not give his the required amount as I felt I've paid a lot. I compiled my payment against his quote and remove whatever that is no longer required and found I only owe him a few thousand. Outstanding work worth 20K is still not done !

After MCO when people starting working, he cannot be contacted anymore. He will switch off his phone and only certain times you're able to get him. When ask about completing the job, he would say he needed money to pay for materials and worker. I sat down with him and showed his my outstanding balance is only a few thousand and I should not be paying him till he finish the job. From then on he would only send one worker to do complete my reno. At times he would as me to buy materials as deduct my outstanding. After a few deduction, I no longer owe him money but he owe me instead.

From them on no worker came and he completely avoided mt by not answering my calls and switching off the phone.

Balance work not much now about 5k and i thik he's not going to complete it. I ask other suppliers and they say nothing much I can do and accept the loss. During CMCO few supplier came looking for him claiming he owe them money. His worker also not paid for many months till they left for other jobs.

My advice to you who's doing reno, DO NOT pay your contractor till the job is done especially the last few payment. My feedback from other people is the same. Contractors cannot be trusted.

This contractor is based in PJ and driving a silver Vios W2252Q

Please avoid him at all cost.





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Bad Water Proofing company

Hydro armour
Job : Water Tank storage area water proofing
Problem: Water Tank keep over flow after they install back the tank

They cut my pipe that flow water to toilet so I won't notice over flow and claim they did the job.
Lucky my wife heard water sound so I climb up and saw water tank overflow, end up have to call plumber and spend 150 to fix it..you are screwed if your installation got problem..they won't come back and fix it..

Call the supervisor also FFK..make appointment with the HQ also FFK..
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QUOTE(ponyznon @ Mar 17 2021, 08:40 PM)
Bad Water Proofing company

Hydro armour
Job : Water Tank storage area water proofing
Problem: Water Tank keep over flow after they install back the tank

They cut my pipe that flow water to toilet so I won't notice over flow and claim they did the job.
Lucky my wife heard water sound so I climb up and saw water tank overflow, end up have to call plumber and spend 150 to fix it..you are screwed if your installation got problem..they won't come back and fix it..

Call the supervisor also FFK..make appointment with the HQ also FFK..
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Is it this company?

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QUOTE(surfsmurf @ Feb 26 2021, 12:09 PM)
Just sharing my experience with a bad contractor.

I found Mr Lim Swee Weng (012-3060017) doing a major reno opposite my house and asked him to do some reno on my house. Work started in Jun 2019 and should be completed within 3 months. I expected it to complete later as 3 months is too good to be true.

Initially everything was ok and he was quite helpful. Payment was partial according to job done or by month. I was prompt with my payment. Then job progress became slower and his worker became less and less. He's concurrently doing reno for my house and the opposite house and have 3 workers for each house. it gradually reduced to 2 and sometimes 1 for my house. I should have suspected something really wrong when he paid his worker late. Some left because of late salary. He will say house owner never pay him hence he cannot pay them. Worker ask me if it's true and i say my payment is up to date. Since I've been paying him quite prompt, he kept asking money from me almost every month till i felt I've paid almost all my reno cost.

As of last year just before the 1st MCO, he beg me for money saying he needed to pay his supplier and to complete my reno. I did not give his the required amount as I felt I've paid a lot.  I compiled my payment against his quote and remove whatever that is no longer required and found I only owe him a few thousand. Outstanding work worth 20K is still not done !

After MCO when people starting working, he cannot be contacted anymore. He will switch off his phone and only certain times you're able to get him. When ask about completing the job, he would say he needed money to pay for materials and worker. I sat down with him and showed his my outstanding balance is only a few thousand and I should not be paying him till he finish the job. From then on he would only send one worker to do complete my reno. At times he would as me to buy materials as deduct my outstanding. After a few deduction, I no longer owe him money but he owe me instead.

From them on no worker came and he completely avoided mt by not answering my calls and switching off the phone.

Balance work not much now about 5k and i thik he's not going to complete it. I ask other suppliers and they say nothing much I can do and accept the loss. During CMCO few supplier came looking for him claiming he owe them money. His worker also not paid for many months till they left for other jobs.

My advice to you who's doing reno, DO NOT pay your contractor till the job is done especially the last few payment. My feedback from other people is the same. Contractors cannot be trusted.

This contractor is based in PJ and driving a silver Vios W2252Q

Please avoid him at all cost.
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If you don't mind me asking, so how's the condition of your house now? Still many things undone?
What about the renovation parts that Mr Lim has done earlier? Is it all OK? Was the workmanship good quality or you need to fork out more money to rectify Mr Lim's errors? sweat.gif
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QUOTE(im_awsm @ Dec 5 2020, 12:53 PM)
I engaged Yap Peng Kim (012-329 1682) this year to do my toilets (retiling, general fixes & plumbing) after reading your reviews about him on LowYat, how good la, how polite, great work done.

But it turned out to be a nightmare, where not only he NEVER showed up even once after getting the contract but his contract workers were not even doing any work, and after taking more than a week to break my toilet tiles, I had to step in and ask him. Turns out his supervisor, Chong Chee Onn (016-332 2826) also wasn't on site, unlike Yap’s promises.

Yap did sloppy work on my toilet, didn’t know much about plumbing, didn’t fix the heater hose properly, just did a half past six job, even didn’t finish the tiling properly, never added grouting for most of the tiles. But he was very busy promoting his relative’s shop to me to buy things from them (some Ga Hing Trading), instead of working on my toilet. Our toilet leaked once they fixed the sink, and his workers didn't even inform us even while we were on-site. We found out from management about this leak due to complaints from our downstairs neighbour. We had to follow up with him AND his workers to repair the leak and do our own water ponding test to check if it was fixed or not. He even told us another nonsense story about his supervisor left and he was so busy with other contracts he had.

When asked on the progress, he always said "don’t worry, small matter", for a work he promised to finish in 2 weeks, took more than a month and a lot of our own time to supervise- he never once came to supervise on his foreign workers, even after I asked him to check on the work done, as it was quite sloppy, he kept giving excuses to not come and check. He even said he thought we were not serious about the date that was discussed and agreed upon in the contract.

Worse is the lighting to our toilets, it was done in a really bad way, that the housing fell after a few months and we found out from another electrician that we engaged that the bulbs were not fixed and were free-hanging.

He is very condescending towards females, and will launch a tirade justifying why his workers haven’t finished the work within the deadline, but won’t address the actual issue with you, which is to ask his workers and supervisor to be on site and DO WORK! And by do work, I mean do QUALITY WORK, not sloppy work!

Towards the end, he instructed his workers to hide my house keys, and wanted us to pay in full asap (before inspecting) and launched a BS story about his deputy Chong stealing my keys, and he lodged a police report on his deputy. He STILL did not want to meet us to inspect the unit for defects together before we make the payment! Really a nightmare to hire Yap Peng Kim! Stay away from him at all cost! NEVER AGAIN  mad.gif !

A word of advice to the rest of you, please do remember to add in a clause in your renovation contract about penalty for late delivery of the property.
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Jeez...this is really a sad case. sad.gif
Like some readers in this thread, I was also on the lookout for a reliable contractor but upon reading these kind of horror stories, I'll avoid some of the mentioned contractors at an arm's length. bruce.gif
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QUOTE(Justin.Loong @ Mar 18 2021, 05:00 PM)
Jeez...this is really a sad case.  sad.gif
Like some readers in this thread, I was also on the lookout for a reliable contractor but upon reading these kind of horror stories, I'll avoid some of the mentioned contractors at an arm's length.  bruce.gif
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Can you show some prove to show us, so we might be avoid from him, if you cannot proved that... that are meaning you are trying to talk Nonsense at this forum!
I’m fully support Mr Yap and he doing very well done job at the oval Resideces Klcc .
Please make sure that your words are correct and can show us the shit problem he been done.
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QUOTE(Justin.Loong @ Mar 18 2021, 04:55 PM)
If you don't mind me asking, so how's the condition of your house now? Still many things undone?
What about the renovation parts that Mr Lim has done earlier? Is it all OK? Was the workmanship good quality or you need to fork out more money to rectify Mr Lim's errors?  sweat.gif
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From 1st look ok. If u look closer, many walls not straight. From tiling u will know. Wall plastering not even m some wall got hairline cracks. Have to complain many times n redo still not perfect like most houses. Plaster ceiling amateur work. Not smooth n straight. Floor tiling, some tiles not even. Electrical, 1mcb trip. Since he did not pay the electrician, i cannot get him to help. Mr Lim promised to get someone to look into it. As usual empty promises. One part external wall not plastered n painted properly. Clog drains n reno rubbish, he suppose to get bin but did not. I have to slowly clear myself.

Now left autogate motor n those defects he's suppose to rectify. Quality of work juz moderate. Some work supposed to sub to a pro todo but he got no money so he ask his worker to do a sloppy job. Kitchen counter top tile edges not smoothen. He drag so long to do until i cannot wait, i install the kitchen cabinet. He assured me he will not damage the cabinet but as expected some parts got scratched.

When he first started the reno, he install the security m folding door first. Floor tiling start from the back room. He raised the floor by 4". Halfway, he realised, the security n folding door is too low. Ask me if can di slope n drop. I say no. No choice he have to remove the door frame n replace it. From this 4" raised he need to redo the windows n ceiling coz everything look too low. Best part he want to charge me for his mistake. I told him by right i should not pay for his mistake n best i could do his pay half.

Some of the not so obvious defects no choice have to live with it. More obvious ones need to get someone to rectify it. Till today he's not picking up call. Some furniture i booked more than 1 year still cannot be delivered due to this
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QUOTE(Justin.Loong @ Mar 18 2021, 04:49 PM)
Is it this company?

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Call the technician who I deal with FFK, then I request for new technician (maybe he busy), make appointment did not come and did not call at all after that.

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Beware of k&s specialist waterproofing. They are also known by a few other names, can google/search in facebook to know incident experienced by others. They just dont bother to reply after "finishing" their work after promising warranties.

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I planed to renovated my bathroom and here is some of the quotes I got from the plumbing contractor.


To dismantle existing 2 nos bathroom sanitary ware and accessories RM400

Supply and install 2 nos 20mm chrome stop valve RM300

Supply and install 1 nos 15mm chrome stop valve RM120

Labor charges for installation 3 nos bathroom sanitary ware RM2,700

Labor charges for installation 3 nos bathroom accessories RM600


I was wondering, are the quotation fair price? Hope I get some helps here.

Thanks
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Mar 20 2021, 09:12 AM)
Can you show some prove to show us, so we might be avoid from him, if you cannot proved that... that are meaning you are trying to talk Nonsense at this forum!
I’m fully support Mr Yap and he doing very well done job at the oval Resideces Klcc .
Please make sure that your words are correct and can show us the shit problem he been done.
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Sharing my input here.

TLDR
Conclusion : I would recommend my friends and family to reach out to him if they have reno work, purely based on my discussion with him as he seems practical, honest and NO UPFRONT DEPOSIT required for wet works
Quality of work : I have no idea, have never met him before nor seen his work

I've been reading this thread and looking for tiling contractors and decided to reach out to Mr Yap and see how's it like.
My current situation : I have engaged an ID to redo my landed home. Generally, pricing still acceptable (of course slightly higher than general contractors) but tiling price was crazy expensive.

I reached out to Mr Yap today to provide a quotation for tiling works (hack existing tiles, cement screed + retile whole ground floor and toilets)

I whatsapped Mr Yap and gave him my measurements. He requested to have a call to understand better (quick response from him). He was quite chatty and wanted to provide lots of comments/input. During the call he understood my situation and provided very good practical advise :

1. Why pay deposit to wet work contractors??? (although he did say it was stupid of me to have done so, it was not harsh and I guess he was quite frustrated that consumers would do that).
His practise is that he never collects deposit but starts work first. His argument is if the company no cashflow to start work, you trust that company?
(caveat : not applicable for carpentry/built-ins as it's customized built)
Sound good in theory, but so hard to find any general contractors or even ID that doesn't require down payment

2. I shared with him my current quotation by my ID and he shared the market pricing/his indicative PSF pricing for tiling works.
He commented that my ID quote (with self purchased tiles) is expensive. If included tile price, then it's still acceptable. As there were demolishing works required (remove existing cabinets, hacking works for plumbing and electrical), he advised, better to nego with my current ID (since I've paid deposit) instead of looking for multiple subcons which will cause more communications/defect blaming headache later.

Based on the conversation I had with him, Mr Yap is practical and seems honest. Instead of wasting both our time and trying to win the job (him providing quote, site survey, me deciding whether to engage), he provided sound advise.




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QUOTE(donhay @ Apr 26 2021, 04:36 PM)
I planed to renovated my bathroom and here is some of the quotes I got from the plumbing contractor.
To dismantle existing 2 nos bathroom sanitary ware and accessories  RM400

Supply and install 2 nos 20mm chrome stop valve  RM300

Supply and install 1 nos 15mm chrome stop valve  RM120

Labor charges for installation 3 nos bathroom sanitary ware  RM2,700

Labor charges for installation 3 nos bathroom accessories RM600
I was wondering, are the quotation fair price? Hope I get some helps here.

Thanks
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Pricing is slightly high, perhaps it’s not bangla worker to do the installation for you. Than that all be fine.
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QUOTE(donhay @ Apr 26 2021, 04:36 PM)
I planed to renovated my bathroom and here is some of the quotes I got from the plumbing contractor.
To dismantle existing 2 nos bathroom sanitary ware and accessories  RM400

Supply and install 2 nos 20mm chrome stop valve  RM300

Supply and install 1 nos 15mm chrome stop valve  RM120

Labor charges for installation 3 nos bathroom sanitary ware  RM2,700

Labor charges for installation 3 nos bathroom accessories RM600
I was wondering, are the quotation fair price? Hope I get some helps here.

Thanks
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The pricing are slightly high, but still ok if all worker are skill foreign worker, but must not a bangla. That should be fine from my opinion. Thanks
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I have engaged Mr. Yap for my renovation of my condo unit and please find my honest review below.

Scope of Work:
1. Plaster ceiling of the entire unit except wet kitchen and bathroom
2. Painting work for the entire unit
3. Some miscellaneous wet works (conceal water heater pipe, relocation of water outlet in wet kitchen, miscellaneous installation)
4. Wiring work (lighting installation, smart switch installation, fan installation, air conditioner installation etc.)

In general, I was very satisfied with the work done.
1. Mr. Yap provides good advice. He spends time talking to you, understanding the scope of work and providing ideas which at times is better than what my ID gave me. For example, he gave me a very good piece of advice on the wet kitchen design which I appreciate very much. He gave me suggestion on the color of the paint which I ended up using, and am very satisfied with the end result.

2. Mr. Yap insists on mutual trust between contractor and client. He does not chase me for payments, most of the time when he requested for payment, it is after the work is completed and the customer (me) is satisfied with the outcome. I have no problem in trusting him in getting the work done. He still attends to my call after receiving the final payment and arranges his workers for rectification work for defects that I only notice after I had moved in.

3. Mr. Yap is not always on site supervising his workers. Throughout my dealings with him, I think he has only been to my unit for less than 5 times in total. He has a team of very experienced workers (a team doing wet works, a team for painting and another team for wiring works). He trusts his workers a lot, some of them have been working for him for more than 10 years. There have been at times miscommunication between Mr. Yap and his workers and it would be a lie to say that I wasn't frustrated occasionally. However his workers did a good job in rectifying the issues without impacting the progress.

4. Yes it is true that the price that he quotes is higher than other contractors. I engaged two contractors for quotation but ended up going with Mr. Yap despite the higher price as I was more comfortable dealing with him.

5. His workers do smoke, but most of the time they do it in my balcony, hence I did not think it is a huge issue.

6. On the allegations regarding Mr. Yap and his partner Mr. Chong in the previous post. Personally I am not sure who Chong Chee Onn is. He does have a team doing wiring works which I always refer to as Mr. Chong (not sure if it is the same person). I had no issues dealing with Mr. Chong and his son.


Disclaimer: My reviews are based on my personal experience dealing with Mr. Yap and his team and therefore may vary for others.

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hmm.. I wonder does this Mr Yap take smaller project like around 20k one .. LOL
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QUOTE(neo_6053 @ May 2 2021, 11:58 PM)
hmm.. I wonder does this Mr Yap take smaller project like around 20k one .. LOL
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What is the estimation of renovation this size?
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QUOTE(vernee26 @ Apr 29 2021, 12:54 PM)
Sharing my input here.

TLDR
Conclusion : I would recommend my friends and family to reach out to him if they have reno work, purely based on my discussion with him as he seems practical, honest and NO UPFRONT DEPOSIT required for wet works
Quality of work : I have no idea, have never met him before nor seen his work

I've been reading this thread and looking for tiling contractors and decided to reach out to Mr Yap and see how's it like.
My current situation : I have engaged an ID to redo my landed home. Generally, pricing still acceptable (of course slightly higher than general contractors) but tiling price was crazy expensive.

I reached out to Mr Yap today to provide a quotation for tiling works  (hack existing tiles, cement screed + retile whole ground floor and toilets)

I whatsapped Mr Yap and gave him my measurements. He requested to have a call to understand better (quick response from him). He was quite chatty and wanted to provide lots of comments/input. During the call he understood my situation and provided very good practical advise :

1. Why pay deposit to wet work contractors??? (although he did say it was stupid of me to have done so, it was not harsh and I guess he was quite frustrated that consumers would do that).
His practise is that he never collects deposit but starts work first. His argument is if the company no cashflow to start work, you trust that company?
(caveat : not applicable for carpentry/built-ins as it's customized built)
Sound good in theory, but so hard to find any general contractors or even ID that doesn't require down payment

2. I shared with him my current quotation by my ID and he shared the market pricing/his indicative PSF pricing for tiling works.
He commented that my ID quote (with self purchased tiles) is expensive. If included tile price, then it's still acceptable. As there were demolishing works required (remove existing cabinets, hacking works for plumbing and electrical), he advised, better to nego with my current ID (since I've paid deposit) instead of looking for multiple subcons which will cause more communications/defect blaming headache later.

Based on the conversation I had with him, Mr Yap is practical and seems honest. Instead of wasting both our time and trying to win the job (him providing quote, site survey, me deciding whether to engage), he provided sound advise.
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Sharing my follow-up experience with Mr Yap

I decided to reach out to Mr Yap again, and this time not to request for a verbal quotation, but site survey for a more accurate quotation. To me, when a consumer decides to have site survey, they are quite serious and not “saja-saja” trying to waste either the contractor or their own time trying to arrange for it. My routine question to all contractors/suppliers is to upfront ask clearly if they charge any fees for site survey + quotation (I picked this up from a LY thread) to avoid any miscommunication or being “potong” by contractors when you don’t engage them.

To my surprise, Mr Yap who called me “stupid” ("why so stupid": does sounds like it's directed at me) for paying deposit to contractor/ID instead of 0% upfront and pay progressive (refer my earlier post), he wants to charge me for the site survey. If I engage him, then the site survey would be refunded.
(btw, the reno works not superly huge, estimated >RM60k)

I’m not upset nor pissed at Mr Yap, it’s a free market, he has the right to determine if it’s FOC site survey or not, and for consumers to decide if they want to pay for it. Just that based on the above paragraph, I was a bit surprised that it’s coming from him.
So far from my personal experience, main cons, termite companies, and other sub-cons I’ve gone through provides FOC site survey and I intend to keep it that way as my personal preference. Anyhow, I politely informed Mr Yap I do not intend to proceed with site visit with him.




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Be careful with this contractor.
Company Name: WKW Construction Works (002092350-D) based in Cheras.
Contractor Name : Wong Kar Weng / Ah Weng
Tel: 016-6768661

Very irresponsible, gave empty promises and slow. Now MIA.
Turns up for work only 2 to 3 times a week in the past 1 to 2 months. Never picks up calls or reverts to messages.

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QUOTE(vernee26 @ May 7 2021, 05:33 PM)
Sharing my follow-up experience with Mr Yap

I decided to reach out to Mr Yap again, and this time not to request for a verbal quotation, but site survey for a more accurate quotation. To me, when a consumer decides to have site survey, they are quite serious and not “saja-saja” trying to waste either the contractor or their own time trying to arrange for it. My routine question to all contractors/suppliers is to upfront ask clearly if they charge any fees for site survey + quotation (I picked this up from a LY thread) to avoid any miscommunication or being “potong” by contractors when you don’t engage them.

To my surprise, Mr Yap who called me “stupid” ("why so stupid": does sounds like it's directed at me) for paying deposit to contractor/ID instead of 0% upfront and pay progressive (refer my earlier post), he wants to charge me for the site survey. If I engage him, then the site survey would be refunded.
(btw, the reno works not superly huge, estimated >RM60k)

I’m not upset nor pissed at Mr Yap, it’s a free market, he has the right to determine if it’s FOC site survey or not, and for consumers to decide if they want to pay for it. Just that based on the above paragraph, I was a bit surprised that it’s coming from him.
So far from my personal experience, main cons, termite companies, and other sub-cons I’ve gone through provides FOC site survey and I intend to keep it that way as my personal preference.  Anyhow, I politely informed Mr Yap I do not intend to proceed with site visit with him.
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Mr Yao did show me your message,and he didn’t talk to you on phone call, just a text message. U ask for any FOC if for site inspection or call survey. It’s a normal practice service in construction and renovation line. And he offer to refund if successful awarded. Why not have a try with him? Meaning that, you are fishing here and there.
And the text you write out is already specific all the scope and floor area, if you truss a contractor, you wouldn’t have to ask this question of FOC or whatever.
Through out this. He mention to me he never and ever call you “stupid”. This you have to apologize to him in this post.
You been seeing a lot of house owner get con by the contractor, last advise Mr Yao is not that kind of businessman. Thanks for your feedback.
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ May 8 2021, 08:38 AM)
Mr Yao did show me your message,and he didn’t talk to you on phone call, just a text message. U ask for any FOC if for site inspection or call survey. It’s a normal practice service in construction and renovation line. And he offer to refund if successful awarded. Why not have a try with him? Meaning that, you are fishing here and there.
And the text you write out is already specific all the scope and floor area, if you truss a contractor, you wouldn’t have to ask this question of FOC or whatever.
Through out this. He mention to me he never and ever call you “stupid”. This you have to apologize to him in this post.
You been seeing a lot of house owner get con by the contractor, last advise Mr Yao is not that kind of businessman. Thanks for your feedback.
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Just to be clear, hope we're talking about the same Mr Yap, not Mr Yao.

In my earlier sharing, I have clearly mentioned I spoke to him and already stated that he said "stupid", but I guess when it's a good review, nobody will criticize, my post even got a like from you!

QUOTE(vernee26 @ Apr 29 2021, 12:54 PM)
1. Why pay deposit to wet work contractors??? (although he did say it was stupid of me to have done so, it was not harsh and I guess he was quite frustrated that consumers would do that).
His practise is that he never collects deposit but starts work first. His argument is if the company no cashflow to start work, you trust that company?
(caveat : not applicable for carpentry/built-ins as it's customized built)
Sound good in theory, but so hard to find any general contractors or even ID that doesn't require down payment

Well, I guess it's a case of "he say vs I say" and if it makes you or Mr Yap feel any better, I apologize and retract that statement as I do not have any proof of recording of him saying it.
Shall let forumers decide for themselves whose "I say vs you say" is probably true

1. Please see attached pic of proof that I spoke to Mr Yap for approximately 13min 55sec
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2. I highly doubt it's "normal practice", perhaps other forumers here can share their experience if it's "normal" to pay for 1st site survey + quotation.
Anyhow as I said, it's up to the contractors whether they want to charge for site survey, no right and no wrong. And up to consumers to choose whether they are comfortable with that. Also as mentioned, from MY personal experience and preference, I would never pay for site survey and haven't done so after meeting more than 5 main/sub con/ suppliers.

3. What do you mean by "fishing here and there"? Getting multiple quotes? Isn't that what all consumers should do? get a few quotes to compare? Or perhaps you meant something else?

4. Quote "if you truss a contractor, you wouldn’t have to ask this question of FOC or whatever."
"You been seeing a lot of house owner get con by the contractor, last advise Mr Yao is not that kind of businessman."
Thanks for highlighting that many owners get "conned" by contractor, but at the same time I'm suppose to place my trust in a contractor I've never met which is being promoted by you? Blindly accept whatever the contractor tells you and not question anything? Consumers cannot request for FOC site survey or bargain?

I'm purely sharing my experience here and I believe all good and bad experience should be shared in this forum for everyone's benefit. But seems like some people only like to see "good reviews" of their "connections/recommendations". dry.gif



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Hi, mr Yap ask me to write this to the owner who mr yap say to him “stupid”, he would like to apologize to him.
Honestly he never requested up front or down payment to his all owner. For this I can strongly highlight this is TRUE.
For the owner who asking provided FOC for site visit, he told me that he has saying this words on text reply.
There are a surcharge for site visit, but if get awarded will be refunded back to the owner.
If my early post, make someone got heart feeling, I also apologize here to the owners. Maybe I’m too sided to mr yap and mr Yao.
Thanks for all the proved been showing. All contractor hope they can manage to do their good job to the owner been appointed, because owner really pay out CASH. Try not get the bad quality of works what have been agreed between the owner and be honestly to your own profession.
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QUOTE(vernee26 @ May 7 2021, 05:33 PM)
Sharing my follow-up experience with Mr Yap

I decided to reach out to Mr Yap again, and this time not to request for a verbal quotation, but site survey for a more accurate quotation. To me, when a consumer decides to have site survey, they are quite serious and not “saja-saja” trying to waste either the contractor or their own time trying to arrange for it. My routine question to all contractors/suppliers is to upfront ask clearly if they charge any fees for site survey + quotation (I picked this up from a LY thread) to avoid any miscommunication or being “potong” by contractors when you don’t engage them.

To my surprise, Mr Yap who called me “stupid” ("why so stupid": does sounds like it's directed at me) for paying deposit to contractor/ID instead of 0% upfront and pay progressive (refer my earlier post), he wants to charge me for the site survey. If I engage him, then the site survey would be refunded.
(btw, the reno works not superly huge, estimated >RM60k)

I’m not upset nor pissed at Mr Yap, it’s a free market, he has the right to determine if it’s FOC site survey or not, and for consumers to decide if they want to pay for it. Just that based on the above paragraph, I was a bit surprised that it’s coming from him.
So far from my personal experience, main cons, termite companies, and other sub-cons I’ve gone through provides FOC site survey and I intend to keep it that way as my personal preference.  Anyhow, I politely informed Mr Yap I do not intend to proceed with site visit with him.
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I happened to speak to Mr Yap several times about my project too. I did not proceed with him because he was too busy at that time. I guess his words "why so stupid" was properly just his style of talking and he did not actually mean it.

One point he highlighted is a lesson I learnt - don't pay deposit to a contractor upfront if you have a choice.

Try to choose a contractor who is willing to accept 0% outfront and pay progressive. Higher price a bit and you may be able to manage the risks. Previously, I renovated my apartment and engaged a contractor that did this.

For my current project, I paid a hefty 25% deposit before the commencement. The progress was so slow until I was worried that the contractor may not complete the task. I also suspect the contractor was using my deposit to fund other projects. Last week, he presented another big amount progressive claim for some work planned to do. If I made such a payment, it would mean I am paying 46% contract value for a 30% completion. Many contractors like to claim that the material prices go up and they need to lock the prices. I no longer buy that idea and I rejected his progressive claims. Now, I am having my own spreadsheet to control and ensure that I don't pay more than 5% - 10% ahead of the values delivered.

A lot of scary contractors nowadays. In view of the full lock down and uncertainty, do be careful of the deposits paid.


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Has anybody here actually signed a agreement with the contractor before actually engaging them?
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Sharing my experience in getting my new home cabinets done (Wardrobes, Kitchen cabinet, TV Cabinet and Shoe Cabinet), by Aaron as recommended in the forum here.

He is a friendly guy and quick to respond to messages. We also like his team, a good mix of all culture and experiences.

While he did send the cabinets in on time as promised, but he took slightly longer than initially promised to complete the installation (3 weeks instead of 2 weeks).

Overall very happy with their product and design. There were a few defects here and there, but Aaron is very quick to turn up and replace them without giving any excuses.

There a lot contractors out there don't turn up once the full payment settled. He is different. I would like to engage him again & again for any jobs in future.

Company Name: Two Boxes Sdn Bhd
FB page: https://www.facebook.com/TwoBoxesEnterprise
Ctc No.: Aaron / 0163236530
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QUOTE(Robert.johor @ Mar 20 2021, 09:12 AM)
Can you show some prove to show us, so we might be avoid from him, if you cannot proved that... that are meaning you are trying to talk Nonsense at this forum!
I’m fully support Mr Yap and he doing very well done job at the oval Resideces Klcc .
Please make sure that your words are correct and can show us the shit problem he been done.
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Yea should get some proof.

Anyway few years ago i also asked Yap for quotation.

The first questions he asked is are u serious or not?

I was like wtf, i called you of course im serious.

While discussion, sometimes im late in replying whatsapp (within few hours late) and his response is - is this how slow u reply? rclxub.gif rclxub.gif

In the end i asked an indon contractor, satisfied on quality and price AND ATTITUDE and till this day i still asked the indon to renovate my house every now and then.
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QUOTE(ongss @ Jun 1 2021, 12:05 AM)
I happened to speak to Mr Yap several times about my project too. I did not proceed with him because he was too busy at that time. I guess his words "why so stupid" was properly just his style of talking and he did not actually mean it.

One point he highlighted is a lesson I learnt - don't pay deposit to a contractor upfront if you have a choice.

Try to choose a contractor who is willing to accept 0% outfront and pay progressive. Higher price a bit and you may be able to manage the risks. Previously, I renovated my apartment and engaged a contractor that did this.

For my current project, I paid a hefty 25% deposit before the commencement. The progress was so slow until I was worried that the contractor may not complete the task. I also suspect the contractor was using my deposit to fund other projects. Last week, he presented another big amount progressive claim for some work planned to do. If I made such a payment, it would mean I am paying 46% contract value for a 30% completion. Many contractors like to claim that the material prices go up and they need to lock the prices. I no longer buy that idea and I rejected his progressive claims. Now, I am having my own spreadsheet to control and ensure that I don't pay more than 5% - 10% ahead of the values delivered.

A lot of scary contractors nowadays. In view of the full lock down and uncertainty, do be careful of the deposits paid.
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I think what Mr Yap saying is correct.
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QUOTE(babybaby1988 @ Jun 9 2021, 06:15 PM)
Yea should get some proof.

Anyway few years ago i also asked Yap for quotation.

The first questions he asked is are u serious or not?

I was like wtf, i called you of course im serious.

While discussion, sometimes im late in replying whatsapp (within few hours late) and his response is - is this how slow u reply?  rclxub.gif  rclxub.gif

In the end i asked an indon contractor, satisfied on quality and price AND ATTITUDE and till this day i still asked the indon to renovate my house every now and then.
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So lan si Mr Yap.. f him lah…u are right!

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Has anybody here actually signed a agreement with the contractor before actually engaging them?
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No need . After agree everything, bothsides feel compelled and trust, than only sign. And always remember, no upfront payment allowed. Cos the contractor are not came with empty finance in his company. This I always highlighted.
Unless you engage foreign worker to works for you. Thanks
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anyone got good contractor to recommend for laminate flooring? thanks!
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anyone got good contractor to recommend for laminate flooring? thanks!
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hi, if anyone has contact for main contractor with experience in building & construction of petrol station (not mandatory, but northern side contractor kedah/penang/perak would be more preferable), can whatsapp me at 01156215318.... thx all bros/ sis ... dry.gif dry.gif
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Be careful with this contractor.
Company Name: LOUIS CONSTRUCTION ENTERPRISE (002387729-T) based D-1, Sri Manja Court, Batu 6 ½, Jalan Klang Lama, 46000, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: 019-227 2632 , 016-650 9983

Very irresponsible, bad attitude, low quality work like beggar
Can make movie by crying in front of customer but has outstanding court warrant for stealing that is why become low class contractor

shitty work, avoid at all cost


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Planning to start researching for my 1st condo reno in Bangsar South area. Have been an active reader on LY kopitiam posts and of course, turn my attn here after lurking around similar topics in LY after getting my keys end of last year but due to MCO, shelve my plan to reno til now.

Looks like Yap is pretty popular around here, wonder those who took his services recently especially on the electrical part, still find fault with his workers?

From my very initial research, true, very rare for ID/reno company to start job without a deposit. Just wanted to know from the experience heads here, what are the deposit range you were asked to pay prior to starting work? 30% or maybe 50%?
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QUOTE(NobodyII @ Oct 12 2021, 10:01 PM)
Planning to start researching for my 1st condo reno in Bangsar South area. Have been an active reader on LY kopitiam posts and of course, turn my attn here after lurking around similar topics in LY after getting my keys end of last year but due to MCO, shelve my plan to reno til now.

Looks like Yap is pretty popular around here, wonder those who took his services recently especially on the electrical part, still find fault with his workers?

From my very initial research, true, very rare for ID/reno company to start job without a deposit. Just wanted to know from the experience heads here, what are the deposit range you were asked to pay prior to starting work? 30% or maybe 50%?
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Hi,

I am looking for a good contractor to renovate a newly acquired 30 years+ old house. Do hope all of the seasonal contributors here are able to recommend me someone thrust worthy. Appreciated everyone helps in advance.
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avoid Ethnic - Interior Design & Furniture in Penang.

no service, lousy cheater
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QUOTE(babybaby1988 @ Jun 9 2021, 06:15 PM)
Yea should get some proof.

Anyway few years ago i also asked Yap for quotation.

The first questions he asked is are u serious or not?

I was like wtf, i called you of course im serious.

While discussion, sometimes im late in replying whatsapp (within few hours late) and his response is - is this how slow u reply?  rclxub.gif  rclxub.gif

In the end i asked an indon contractor, satisfied on quality and price AND ATTITUDE and till this day i still asked the indon to renovate my house every now and then.
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Hi, contact for ur indon contractor?

Wonder if any contractor don't mind a very very small project (new lighting point, socket with hacking involve)? Just a 450 sqft studio.. sad.gif

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Hi, contact for ur indon contractor?

Wonder if any contractor don't mind a very very small project (new lighting point, socket with hacking involve)? Just a 450 sqft studio..  sad.gif
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Everybody, contractor are not god… it’s might happen and having mistake or error…. Pls allow a change for them to make a living during this pandemic period. Everyone also try to look for the best contractor, what the bases line of you all to judge who are the best?
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I always recommend mr yap…. I think he is responsible person and sometimes he a bit lan si and emotional.
Always can give him a call when needed. And I’m not sided him, but at least he doing a few jobs I recommend him, ending all the house owner are happy ending.
Tel 0123291682
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Hi all, please avoid following contractor at all cost. It was the most heartbreaking money i ever spent.

Steve Wong Man Fong 014-9391398
company name: home master construction
IC end with 6245

when receive 50% up payment, everything is can do attitude. Draw all detail structure drawing for them but still can make it wrong. that was because he never over-see his worker. No communication with his worker and cabinet guy.
Lie that was able to finish all in 2 months time, but end up finiding out that cabinet did not promise him the timeline.
Always said " others people also reno like this" He doesn't based on owner requirements to do reno.
Bring bunch of people up to intimidate owner to pay 40% even-though progress haven't reach 50%
Scolds owner, as if i pay him to get scold.

AVOID him at ALL COST. you'll spent and had to live with those suck reno.(unless rich enough to do another reno)

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Hi all, please avoid following contractor at all cost. It was the most heartbreaking money i ever spent.

Steve Wong Man Fong 014-9391398
company name: home master construction
IC end with 6245

when receive 50% up payment, everything is can do attitude. Draw all detail structure drawing for them but still can make it wrong. that was because he never over-see his worker. No communication with his worker and cabinet guy.
Lie that was able to finish all in 2 months time, but end up finiding out that cabinet did not promise him the timeline.
Always said " others people also reno like this" He doesn't based on owner requirements to do reno.
Bring bunch of people up to intimidate owner to pay 40% even-though progress haven't reach 50%
Scolds owner, as if i pay him to get scold.

AVOID him at ALL COST. you'll spent and had to live with those suck reno.(unless rich enough to do another reno)
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Mind sharing his location?

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i would like to ask.
how you guys pay to your contractor?
1- 50% when start, and 50% after complete?
2- 50% when start, 30% before completion and 20% after complete?
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i would like to ask.
how you guys pay to your contractor?
1- 50% when start, and 50% after complete?
2- 50% when start, 30% before completion and 20% after complete?
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Personally I would choose option 1. As the intention is more genuine.

Recently I got quoted to pay 50% depo, 45% after half work done ane 5% upon completion. I said cannot. Risky like hell.
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Don’t ever use this company for interior design.
Totally no experience and don’t know how to manage site works… just like a vase Only!
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Hi! Highly recommended contractor based on my past experiences.
Details in https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=5215855

Honestly, it is really difficult to get renovation who is accommodating, flexible and good price in the market now.

I have no issue at all for my house renovation throughout 5 months time.
Thanks!

You can check out his Facebook - WaterHome Plumbing & Filter Service too.
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How much the standard price for dismantle old and install new water closet ?
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QUOTE(NobodyII @ Oct 12 2021, 10:01 PM)
Planning to start researching for my 1st condo reno in Bangsar South area. Have been an active reader on LY kopitiam posts and of course, turn my attn here after lurking around similar topics in LY after getting my keys end of last year but due to MCO, shelve my plan to reno til now.

Looks like Yap is pretty popular around here, wonder those who took his services recently especially on the electrical part, still find fault with his workers?

From my very initial research, true, very rare for ID/reno company to start job without a deposit. Just wanted to know from the experience heads here, what are the deposit range you were asked to pay prior to starting work? 30% or maybe 50%?
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ID reno company I engaged =
20% deposit (then they start doing the drawings - layout and built-ins, MBPJ application)
15% upon start work
30% upon completion of electrical wiring work
30% upon arrival of cabinets at site
5% upon handover
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BEWARE, please avoid this wireman Ah Meng from NSY ELECTRICAL WORKS with phone number +6012-3915848. Irresponsible boss where create a lot of hassle after work done yet does not want to come back to fix back!

He even use speaker wire instead of proper wire for autogate switches.
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Usually the payment terms for renovation goes by 50& deposit and then 40% and 10% by completion, but if you guys have financial issue, you can ask them the balance by monthly installment for an amount of period for e.g 6 months
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anyone engaged K Homie as ID before?

https://www.facebook.com/KHomie.my/

saw their reviews seems not bad
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Experienced a run-in with some bad contractors recently (they're partners):
1. (Peter) Ong Chee Chin - 018-2020456 (Maybank 1148 3311 2018)
2. Wong Jian Ning (DotsNLines) - 01123082908

1. Kitchen cabinet supposed to be installed in 3 days took over 2 weeks.
2. Kept promising the workers would come early to install but came at 11.30am or later every time. Didn't turn up a few days in a row. Doesn't look like they can actually manage their staff.
3. Finishing was really bad. See pictures below. Said they'd do aluminium stands but ended up using some aluminium sheet folded up and stuffed at the bottom.
4. Didn't put in a shelf for the lower cabinets. Promised to come and fix it and ended up not coming three days in a row (and counting).

If you want bad quality work at high prices, do engage them. Even though they came to "supervise", looks like they didn't see any problems with the shoddy work and poor ethics.

Cabinets without any shelves.
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Huge gaps in the doors.
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Supposed to help fixed up and finish up the walls but left huge gaps in the tiles.
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Their aluminium "stand". Huge gaps at the corners.
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Horrible experience that I hope no one else have to endure.

Edit: Some other forummer contacted me about dotsnlines after being cheated. I didn't deal with him directly, but through Peter, so I didn't know he was the kitchen cabinet company. Just found out that he's been scamming for a while already. Link below:

https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=81085817

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thanks for the update bro..we all need to aware bad contractors like this so that we wont get cheated..u can report at consumer tribunal also
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Not only bad contractor but lowsy designer as well.
Not only dont know how to do basic measurement, but don’t even have design sense.
Charged 10k for design fee but only do normal contractor work don’t check the quality of the outcome. Workmanship sucks but charge expensive.
Beware of annnn design if you’re looking for interior designer, don’t waste your money on this kind of ‘designer’ with no quality.
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+60 11-2541 1534

Mentioned plumbing work at 4.7k, with or without us buying the material. Did not show experience while reviewing root cause of our plumbing issue (we need give hint and tell our finding)

4.7k quotation went -

"Ok Pasang pipa air
Dari meter pergi tangki.
Lepastu pergi tndas atas n bwah.lepastu pergi sengki. Sekali pasang sawe .
Kos semua sekali Pasang n beli barang RM 4700"
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QUOTE(ryanwong92 @ Jun 26 2019, 01:54 PM)
Has anyone ever engaged with these 3 contractors before?

1) Lequen Construction and Renovations Sdn Bhd
2) Reccers Design and Build Sdn Bhd
3) Customind Lab Sdn Bhd

I got them from Qanvast.
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what is the review and the workmanship /outcome?
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QUOTE(Hikari180 @ Nov 29 2021, 03:27 PM)
Hi all, please avoid following contractor at all cost. It was the most heartbreaking money i ever spent.

Steve Wong Man Fong 014-9391398
company name: home master construction
IC end with 6245

when receive 50% up payment, everything is can do attitude. Draw all detail structure drawing for them but still can make it wrong. that was because he never over-see his worker. No communication with his worker and cabinet guy.
Lie that was able to finish all in 2 months time, but end up finiding out that cabinet did not promise him the timeline.
Always said " others people also reno like this" He doesn't based on owner requirements to do reno.
Bring bunch of people up to intimidate owner to pay 40% even-though progress haven't reach 50%
Scolds owner, as if i pay him to get scold.


AVOID him at ALL COST. you'll spent and had to live with those suck reno.(unless rich enough to do another reno)
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Very similar to my experience with NT*Y D&B . Wrong drawing, and even wrong execution not following the drawing, hacked wrong places and simply touch up with cheap materials. Before payment very nice spoken. After payment, blame all her bad workmanship on me saying I'm a demanding customer. Installed ceiling fan without safety wire being secured, leaking sink, leaking windows. And I paid almost 100k to be treated like idiot.


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I have appointed EUM Renovation under EUM group of companies to do my house renovation since Jan 22. However until today they did not complete the job and stop the works. I have demanded for refund but they unable to return the deposit that i have paid and eventually they have stop replying. I have been dealing with this guy name Glen (phone no. 0142455424). They have changed the company name on their facebook to One Cabinets. Just becareful when you all searching for contractor and try to avoid this company if you all do not want to end up the same situation as mine. Its really frustrating..
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I have appointed EUM Renovation under EUM group of companies to do my house renovation since Jan 22. However until today they did not complete the job and stop the works. I have demanded for refund but they unable to return the deposit that i have paid and eventually they have stop replying. I have been dealing with this guy name Glen (phone no. 0142455424). They have changed the company name on their facebook to One Cabinets. Just becareful when you all searching for contractor and try to avoid this company if you all do not want to end up the same situation as mine. Its really frustrating..
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You can file a small claim with TTPM for this case.
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Just wanna rant that I think there is no single one contractor which will be able to complete the work as per the timeline committed. You will be lucky if the delay is a bit but sometimes the delay will be a lot as well.

Before start doing, always commit the timeline very confidently. After start doing and collect money, i think ALWAYS sure got reason to delay and push out....
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got details? the google reviews from so mony other customers seems okay though.

https://www.google.com/search?client=firefo...f3633f303a4,1,,,

QUOTE(sandkoh @ Nov 1 2021, 11:30 AM)
avoid Ethnic - Interior Design & Furniture in Penang.

no service, lousy cheater
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QUOTE(kevyeoh @ Sep 9 2022, 10:03 AM)
Just wanna rant that I think there is no single one contractor which will be able to complete the work as per the timeline committed. You will be lucky if the delay is a bit but sometimes the delay will be a lot as well.

Before start doing, always commit the timeline very confidently. After start doing and collect money, i think ALWAYS sure got reason to delay and push out....
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My contractor told me by Christmas / End December can settle, but....about a month ago he told me that I can move in by early November, shocked me!



3RD WEEK APRIL 2022
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EARLY SEP 2022
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Honest and recommended contractor!

u may PM him or contact him @0163918238 = Daren Loh, DLBL Resources.
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QUOTE(JapBoyRockS @ Sep 10 2022, 05:38 PM)
My contractor told me by Christmas / End December can settle, but....about a month ago he told me that I can move in by early November, shocked me!
3RD WEEK APRIL 2022
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EARLY SEP 2022
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Honest and recommended contractor!

u may PM him or contact him @0163918238 = Daren Loh, DLBL Resources.
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Isn't he is in lowyat forum too?
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QUOTE(kevyeoh @ Sep 9 2022, 10:03 AM)
Just wanna rant that I think there is no single one contractor which will be able to complete the work as per the timeline committed. You will be lucky if the delay is a bit but sometimes the delay will be a lot as well.

Before start doing, always commit the timeline very confidently. After start doing and collect money, i think ALWAYS sure got reason to delay and push out....
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yes exactly. Mine one promised can settle within 2 days before start work. In the end, it took 3 and half days.
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oh...if your reno starts end of April, actually that is way more than enough time as you have 7 months from May until November (excluding Dec).... my understanding is typically takes 3 months or slightly more only.... but then again, i wasn't expecting 3 months to start with.... but now i'm worried if even 6 months will not be on time also...
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QUOTE(JapBoyRockS @ Sep 10 2022, 05:38 PM)
My contractor told me by Christmas / End December can settle, but....about a month ago he told me that I can move in by early November, shocked me!
3RD WEEK APRIL 2022
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EARLY SEP 2022
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Honest and recommended contractor!

u may PM him or contact him @0163918238 = Daren Loh, DLBL Resources.
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hihi, any electrician to recommend for wiring/installation work?

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Never engage this contractor

Promise a bunch of things never do
When discussing last payment suddenly get angry threaten to come to my house say will do police report.
He order wrong material for roof keep trying to push blame on me.

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Hi is there any compilation of Good and Bad Contractors in Kota Kinabalu here?
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TWO couples from Selangor have lost about RM540,000 in total after the contractor they hired to renovate their houses failed to complete their work.

T. Gopinath and his wife Sudha said they conducted their due diligence before committing to the company concerned, but claimed that they still ended up being duped of RM290,000.
They said they vetted several websites, had face-to-face meetings with a few contractors and received quotations from each before settling on one contractor.
Unfortunately, one year later, the contractor absconded, leaving their dream home in shambles.

Sudha said she looked at home renovation websites and one company, based in Puchong, stood out.
"I fell in love with the one with the best design concept," she said, adding the company had good reviews on its website.
"We even visited the company's factory to see if they were legit and everything appeared fine so we decided to hire them in March last year,'' added Gopinath at a press conference held by Seputeh MP Teresa Kok in her service centre in Sri Desa Entrepreneurs Park, Kuala Lumpur.

However between March and November last year, barely any work was done on the house.
"There was only one worker at the site and he only worked one or two days a week. Sometimes, no one was working for two weeks straight,'' said Gopinath.

Sudha said not a single room in the house was fully completed, cupboards were missing doors, kitchen cabinets were half done and everything was in disarray.

Suspecting something amiss, they went back to the factory when the contractor stopped taking their calls and were shocked to find the factory was no longer operating.

Further investigations revealed that others had identical issues with the company concerned, particularly the individual behind it.
It is believed that the individual concerned hides behind different names and companies.


Another couple, Ronnie Tan and his wife Jamie Lang from Kota Kemuning, had a similar experience with the same contractor whom they paid about RM250,000 to renovate their bungalow.
"He did some hacking, painting and carpentry work which was halfway done and showed poor workmanship,'' Lang said.
"He was supposed to complete the job in 120 days. There were multiple delays, including days no work was done nor was anyone at the site, and then he stopped taking our calls or messages,'' Lang said.

Both couples have filed police reports and are now in the process of taking legal action against the company.

Meanwhile, Kok said she would be pursuing the matter with multiple authorities.
"I will be writing to the Attorney General's Chambers, the Malaysian Institute of Architects, CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board) and the MCMC (Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission) to investigate the individuals concerned.

Source: Two couples lose over half a million ringgit with house renovations uncompleted

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Contractors can change hand phone and company easily, so it will be hard to track and name them in this bad list

The best way seems to be go for reputable contractor in the market that has exist for more than 5 years minimum then open discussion with them on our allocated budget and preference, see what can they counter offers.

This should be the safer option.

Don't just simply take the cheap one that talk like non profession in the line.

Also always insist on having a proper black and white contract signed with them and stamp duty it. Don't agree on unreasonable payment term especially huge down payment request.

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---> Eum Renovation / One Cabinets, Bad renovation experience
QUOTE(PARADISE_HEAVEN @ Sep 8 2022, 02:15 AM)
Anyone had bad renovation experience with EUM renovation (under EUM group of companies) before?

I have appointed them and they didnt finish work and i have paid them. Now im asking them to refund me back my payment for the job that not done and they unable to refund and give lotsa reason and eventually no reply from them anymore.

I have been dealing with the company partner name Glen (phone no 0142455424). I have checked and now they have changed the company name on their facebook to one cabinets.

If anyone that had appointed him and had the same bad experience? Not sure if you guys able to get the refund back?
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QUOTE(kevinxox @ May 8 2023, 07:26 PM)
How is the case? Able to get back the refund? I encountered same issue with the same person Glen. Money taken, but with lot of excuse not to complete the renovation. Ask for refund but he said no money lah....like 无赖
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QUOTE(PARADISE_HEAVEN @ Jul 19 2023, 12:41 PM)
Nole... This guy (Glen Lim) never replied me already... Money lost. This guy can not be trusted. Many excuses and empty promises. I realised he has changed his company FB name from EUM to One Renovation and now Big Tree Artwork.. He continue to post to look for business and not sure how many people going face this situation like us. I tried to contact EUM group but they never responded also.
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The phrase "Price is what you pay, value is what you get". It encapsulates an essential concept in business and consumer decision-making.

At its core, the quote suggests that the price you pay for a product or service may not always reflect its true value. Sometimes, a high-priced item may not provide the expected value or quality, while a lower-priced one may exceed expectations in terms of its benefits and utility.

When making purchasing decisions, it's crucial to consider the value or benefits you'll receive from a product or service rather than solely focusing on the price tag. The perceived value can include factors like durability, functionality, reliability, customer support, and overall satisfaction.

This principle is applicable not only to consumer goods but also to investments, business decisions, and various aspects of life. By understanding the distinction between price and value, individuals and businesses can make more informed choices and prioritize what truly matters to them.

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A "sincerely and hard work" contract is not a standard term or type of contract in the traditional sense. Contracts are legally binding agreements between two or more parties that outline the rights and obligations of each party regarding a specific matter. They typically have specific terms and conditions that both parties must adhere to.

The importance of sincerity and hard work in a contract or business relationship, it may be more appropriate to include a clause that emphasizes the commitment to act with honesty, dedication, and diligence in fulfilling the terms of the contract.

In business, sincerity and hard work are valued traits that contribute to a positive and successful working relationship. Including clauses that promote these values can help set the tone for mutual respect and cooperation between parties involved in a contract.

Remember that contracts should be drafted carefully and reviewed by legal professionals to ensure they are legally enforceable and protect the interests of all parties involved.

Pls call 012 329 1682

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A "sincerely and hard work" contract is not a standard term or type of contract in the traditional sense. Contracts are legally binding agreements between two or more parties that outline the rights and obligations of each party regarding a specific matter. They typically have specific terms and conditions that both parties must adhere to.

The importance of sincerity and hard work in a contract or business relationship, it may be more appropriate to include a clause that emphasizes the commitment to act with honesty, dedication, and diligence in fulfilling the terms of the contract.

In business, sincerity and hard work are valued traits that contribute to a positive and successful working relationship. Including clauses that promote these values can help set the tone for mutual respect and cooperation between parties involved in a contract.

Remember that contracts should be drafted carefully and reviewed by legal professionals to ensure they are legally enforceable and protect the interests of all parties involved.
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The phrase "Price is what you pay, value is what you get". It encapsulates an essential concept in business and consumer decision-making.

At its core, the quote suggests that the price you pay for a product or service may not always reflect its true value. Sometimes, a high-priced item may not provide the expected value or quality, while a lower-priced one may exceed expectations in terms of its benefits and utility.

When making purchasing decisions, it's crucial to consider the value or benefits you'll receive from a product or service rather than solely focusing on the price tag. The perceived value can include factors like durability, functionality, reliability, customer support, and overall satisfaction.

This principle is applicable not only to consumer goods but also to investments, business decisions, and various aspects of life. By understanding the distinction between price and value, individuals and businesses can make more informed choices and prioritize what truly matters to them.

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A bank employee was looking forward to renovating his single-storey terrace house after staying there for over 20 years.

Jamion Adha Abdullah, 47, was planning to expand his house in Taman Intan Jaya, Mersing, about 140km from Johor Baru, by adding an extended living area and kitchen.

He engaged a contractor and the project began on Nov 16, 2021, with the expected completion date on April 30, 2022.
“The cost of the project was RM120,000 as agreed in the contract,” Jamion said when met outside the Johor Baru Consumer Claims Tribunal.

He said the scope of works included drawing and 3D presentation, demolition, foundation and footing work as well as reinforcement and brickwork.
It also covered cement work, doors and frames, ironmongery and metal work, plastering, plumbing, drainage and tiling.

The claimant hired a company from Mersing to take on the project as he knew the owner’s family and it had also undertaken a government building project.

Jamion made six payments via bank transfer to the respondent with the first payment of RM48,000 or 40% deposit on Nov 16, 2021.
“Works started on the same day I made the first payment with 10 workers on site,’’ said the claimant.

He made six payments totalling RM113,000 between February and October 2022.

Jamion said the second and sixth payments were progressive payments made based on the progress of the works.
“But, after the sixth payment, work stopped and some of the workers came to me and claimed that they had not been getting their wages,’’ he said.

He called and messaged the company’s owner many times but received no answer.

Jamion then filed a case with the tribunal, claiming RM50,000 compensation from the respondent for being irresponsible and leaving the project midway through.
“I had to fork out RM54,000 to hire another contractor to finish the remaining work. The project is still ongoing,’’ he said.

Tribunal president Mohd Zahirullah Mohd Taib ordered the respondent, who did not attend the hearing, to pay RM50,000 to the claimant within two weeks.

Those who need aid from the tribunal can call 07-227 1755/ 1766.

Source: Contractor ordered to pay RM50,000 for failing to finish home renovation
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Both related companies. Paid up 50/25 and then additional 25 (apparently card machine issue) and supposed to refund. Has since started ignoring calls/messages despite saying he would be pulling out of the project and refunding me.

Dropped by a few of the office/warehouse linked to the companies, all seem to be taken over by new companies.

Going to make police report and speak to a lawyer tomorrow.
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A bank employee was looking forward to renovating his single-storey terrace house after staying there for over 20 years.

Jamion Adha Abdullah, 47, was planning to expand his house in Taman Intan Jaya, Mersing, about 140km from Johor Baru, by adding an extended living area and kitchen.

He engaged a contractor and the project began on Nov 16, 2021, with the expected completion date on April 30, 2022.
“The cost of the project was RM120,000 as agreed in the contract,” Jamion said when met outside the Johor Baru Consumer Claims Tribunal.

He said the scope of works included drawing and 3D presentation, demolition, foundation and footing work as well as reinforcement and brickwork.
It also covered cement work, doors and frames, ironmongery and metal work, plastering, plumbing, drainage and tiling.

The claimant hired a company from Mersing to take on the project as he knew the owner’s family and it had also undertaken a government building project.

Jamion made six payments via bank transfer to the respondent with the first payment of RM48,000 or 40% deposit on Nov 16, 2021.
“Works started on the same day I made the first payment with 10 workers on site,’’ said the claimant.

He made six payments totalling RM113,000 between February and October 2022.

Jamion said the second and sixth payments were progressive payments made based on the progress of the works.
“But, after the sixth payment, work stopped and some of the workers came to me and claimed that they had not been getting their wages,’’ he said.

He called and messaged the company’s owner many times but received no answer.

Jamion then filed a case with the tribunal, claiming RM50,000 compensation from the respondent for being irresponsible and leaving the project midway through.
“I had to fork out RM54,000 to hire another contractor to finish the remaining work. The project is still ongoing,’’ he said.

Tribunal president Mohd Zahirullah Mohd Taib ordered the respondent, who did not attend the hearing, to pay RM50,000 to the claimant within two weeks.

Those who need aid from the tribunal can call 07-227 1755/ 1766.

Source: Contractor ordered to pay RM50,000 for failing to finish home renovation
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What are the recommended payment terms nowadays for renovation?

Also how do you get the contract terms and conditions drafted?
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Based on progress on each job completion.

Your quote must also be individual job and not lump sum.

You also need some general knowledge on renovation / construction work flow and the time to monitor WIP.

I will be starting my house extension next month and have engage a main worker and his sub workers for labour work.

His payment will be based on each job progress completion and I will buy the materials.

No upfront payment.
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KTB Design Solutions
K Home

Both related companies. Paid up 50/25 and then additional 25 (apparently card machine issue) and supposed to refund. Has since started ignoring calls/messages despite saying he would be pulling out of the project and refunding me.

Dropped by a few of the office/warehouse linked to the companies, all seem to be taken over by new companies.

Going to make police report and speak to a lawyer tomorrow.
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Hi any update on this case? Did you manage to get the refund and this they actually do the work?
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In a Facebook post by Jeanne JY, she shared an experience of her friend who got scammed by a contractor who ran away before the renovation was even completed. The pain was unbearable because Jeanne’s friend paid a total of RM200,000 to the contractor.

Jeanne’s friend regretted her decision to not hire the contractor that Jeanne introduced to her and after keeping the matter to herself, she reached out to Jeanne for help.
“I feel so sorry for what she’s going through… even I can’t sleep well”, Jeanne said.

Jeanne, who works in the insurance field shared some tips with her friends, and the public on how to handle the matter.
“I told her to collect all the payment records and receipts, including quotations, and make a police report.”

Some tips that may come in handy
In case you have, or are experiencing a similar situation and want to bring the matter to the Tribunal or Civil Court, keep in mind that you can only do so if the scammed amount does not exceed RM50,000.

Of course, if you have the budget, you can always hire a lawyer to help you through the case. Here are the places where you can bring your matters to, according to Jeanne:
National Consumer Complaints Centre (NCCC)
Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs
Malaysian Bar Council


In her FB post, Jeanne also provided a link that will allow users to check the background of contractors and see if they are registered under the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB).
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Source: M’sian Woman Loses RM200K After Contractor Runs Away With Money Before Renovation Completed

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Beware of contractor KP Construction & Works Sdn. Bhd. Name: Jimmy Sim(Ah Ping) - Phone : 012-635 3787. Recently completed my renovation from June 23 to Sept 23 this year, But in Oct my toilet ceiling leaking(photo) and he refused to answer my call and WhatsApp to come and rectify defects after full payments being made. He also did not pay his workers on time causing delays even payments already made to him and his workers always check with me, the owner for payments made to him.

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QUOTE(mini orchard @ Sep 29 2023, 05:38 AM)
Based on progress on each job completion.

Your quote must also be individual job and not lump sum.

You also need some general knowledge on renovation / construction work flow and the time to monitor WIP.

I will be starting my house extension next month and have engage a main worker and his sub workers for labour work.

His payment will be based on each job progress completion and I will buy the materials.

No upfront payment.
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HI there .. how is this contractor? Would you recommend? I'm looking for a competent and reliable one
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What are the recommended payment terms nowadays for renovation?

Also how do you get the contract terms and conditions drafted?
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30% downpayment, then start work.
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work done 50%, claim 50% (-minus the 30% downpayment)
work done 70%, claim 70% (-minus the 30% downpayment & previous payment)
until 90/95%, where 10/5% is the retention sum for warranty period of 6months (depends)

So thats how you control the contractor. But a lot of smaller sum project that is around 100k will have lesser payment structure. Maybe 30+30+40% only.

Contract is always drafted by the contractor to protect themselves, so read carefully.
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Hi guys, what is the difference between contractor and architect?
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AN ACCOUNTS executive who hired a contractor to renovate the kitchen of his terrace house was left high and dry after work was abandoned.
Mohd Fairul Amir Sharifuddin hired the contractor in January to extend the kitchen of his house in Bandar Layangkasa, Pasir Gudang.

The total cost of the project was RM65,000 to extend the kitchen area by 6.09m, instal a tabletop and kitchen cabinet, roofing and wiring works, build a laundry area, and put in an exhaust fan.
The claimant and his wife hired the contractor based on recommendations of other homeowners in the neighbourhood who had extended their kitchens, said Mohd Fairul.

He was speaking to reporters when met outside the Johor Baru Consumer Claims Tribunal at Menara Ansar.

He made the first payment of RM20,000 on Jan 5, 2023, and three days later, the contractor sent four workers to start work.
Mohd Fairul made the second payment of RM10,000 on Jan 9, as the contractor claimed he needed the money to buy building materials and RM15,000 more on Jan 19.

This was followed by RM1,000 on Feb 6 for the wiring work and RM3,000 and RM5,000 progress payment on Feb 13 and Feb 17 respectively.
“We paid RM2,000 cash on March 3 and an extra RM5,000 as the contractor said he wanted to pay his workers.
“In total, we paid the contractor RM61,000.”

Mohd Fairul said the contractor abandoned the project two weeks before Hari Raya Aidilfitri despite taking the money.
“We have no more money to engage a new contractor to finish the project,’’ he said.

Earlier, during the hearing, he told tribunal president Lee Chee Thim that he wanted RM20,000 payment from the contractor.
Lee then ordered the respondent, who did not attend the hearing, to pay RM20,490 to the claimant within two weeks.

In another case, a chemical engineer had to fork out RM20,000 to complete the renovation of his double-storey house in Taman Mutiara Hijau, Kulai.
The claimant, Muhammad Hadi Mohd Hassan, 33, said the total renovation cost was RM44,000 to instal a tabletop, kitchen cabinet, tile up the kitchen wall, wiring work and made-to-measure curtains.
“The contractor was supposed to finish the project in three months, with work starting in December 2022 and ending in February this year,’’ he said.
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Muhammad Hadi paid RM4,000 in June 2022, followed by RM17,000 in December and RM12,000 in January 2023.
“But the project was not completed by February and dragged on until September.
“The contractor agreed to refund me RM8,290 but has still not paid up,’’ he said during the hearing.

The claimant told the tribunal the sum was derived based on 60% progress made and 40% job pending.

Lee ordered the respondent, who did not attend the hearing, to refund RM8,290 to the claimant within two weeks.

Those who need assistance in tribunal matters can call 07-227 1755/1766.
Source: Contractors ordered to pay for abandoning projects

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Has anyone heard of AW Builders? I did kitchen extension and refurbishment with this contractor. Overall he did a good job la, 4 out of 5, but after warranty over all kinds of defects appearing. He didn't apply primer before painting the weatherbond paint and now the paint is peeling. The same thing with my roof tiles, no primer coat. He didn't bother to even let me know. Also, he used rusted metal to do my door grilles, the paint comes off easily in some areas. He's AWOL and not replying my messages and calls.

I dont know if I should post the defects pics and invoice in Google review and others. My house is in G &G but my father's house isn't. He knows where my father lives and I scared he will harm him

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It’s a hard works for this contractor Mr Yap, suddenly house owner say need to rush to completed. And the MO always give them a trouble excuses, after 2pl cannot do any hacking works, drilling and dismantling.
But Mr Yap also got his way to hander the MO, hope he can completed his work on time.
Anyone who interested to Mr Yap works , always can text him . 012 3291682

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