Kitchen sink choke price in Singapore
A typical kitchen sink choke job in Singapore costs $80–$220 (per job, standard hours). The exact price depends on what is found on site, and is confirmed with you before any work starts.
Typical price
$80–$220per job, standard hoursTypical job time
30–90 min
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Price breakdown
| Item | Typical (SGD) |
|---|---|
| Manual clearing of trap and waste pipe | $80–$130 |
| Motorised drain machineFor older grease build-up further down the pipe | $140–$220 |
| Replacement sink trap or waste partsAdded to the clearing price, basic parts | $20–$60 |
| After-hours surchargeEvenings, late night and public holidays | $50–$150 |
Ranges are based on public price lists and quotes in Singapore. They are a guide, not an offer.
What changes the price
- Whether manual clearing is enough or a drain machine is needed.
- How old and hard the grease build-up is, and how far along the pipe it goes.
- Whether the sink trap or waste pipe needs replacing once it is opened.
- Access under the sink, for example a built-in cabinet or dishwasher in the way.
- Time of day. Late-night and public-holiday visits cost more.
What is included
Usually included
- Transport to your home
- Clearing the sink trap and waste pipe
- Flow test with hot water
- Basic clean-up under the sink
Usually extra
- Replacement trap, pipe or strainer parts unless stated
- Clearing the common stack, which is the town council's job in HDB blocks
- Grease trap servicing for shops and F&B outlets
- After-hours surcharge unless stated
HDB vs condo vs landed
HDB
Usually at the lower end. The sink pipe is short and often runs straight into the kitchen floor trap, so most chokes are within easy reach.
Condo
Similar to HDB, but built-in cabinets, dishwashers or an island sink can slow access. Some condos need you to inform management before a drain machine is used.
Landed
Can cost more when the kitchen is far from the inspection chamber or the choke is in the underground pipe, which may need jetting.
Kitchen sink choke price: common questions
Is a drain machine always needed for a kitchen sink choke?
No. A fresh choke in the trap or the first section of pipe is usually cleared by hand, which is the lower price. A machine is needed when grease has built up over months further down. Ask which method is planned before work starts.
Does the price include a new sink trap?
Usually not. If the old trap is cracked, corroded or will not reseal after cleaning, replacement parts are added. Ask for the parts cost before agreeing.
What if the sink chokes again a week later?
Ask before the job whether a repeat visit within a set period is covered. Terms differ between plumbers, so get them written on the quote.
More about kitchen sink choke
Symptoms, causes and what the job involves: Kitchen sink choke.
- Floor trap choke price$50–$180
- Drain pipe choke price$150–$500
- Drain cleaning price$250–$500
- Kitchen flood price$80–$250
- Kitchen sink installation price$150–$280
- Tap and faucet replacement price$50–$120
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