Water pipe choke price in Singapore
A typical water pipe choke job in Singapore costs $80–$400 (per job, estimate). The exact price depends on what is found on site, and is confirmed with you before any work starts.
Typical price
$80–$400per job, estimateTypical job time
30 min–3 h
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Price breakdown
| Item | Typical (SGD) |
|---|---|
| Inspection and cleaning of aerators, strainers or filtersEstimate. There is little published price data for this job | $80–$150 |
| Replace a choked flexible hose | $50–$120 |
| Replace a short scaled pipe section (exposed)Must be done by a PUB Licensed Plumber | $150–$400 |
| Re-pipe a whole HDB flatOnly when old pipes are scaled throughout | $1,500–$5,000 |
| 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 it is a clogged fitting, which is quick, or the pipe itself.
- Pipe material and age. Old galvanised iron pipes scale badly and are usually replaced rather than cleaned.
- Whether the pipe is exposed or concealed in a wall or floor.
- How long the affected run is.
- Time of day. Late-night and public-holiday visits cost more.
What is included
Usually included
- Transport to your home
- Checking flow, valves and fittings
- Cleaning aerators, strainers and filters
- Flow and leak test
Usually extra
- Pipe replacement, quoted separately after inspection
- Hacking, re-tiling or wall repairs for concealed pipes
- Block-wide supply problems, which go to the town council, MCST or PUB
HDB vs condo vs landed
HDB
Most cases are clogged fittings or a partly closed valve, at the low end. Older flats with original galvanised pipes may need a section replaced or a full re-pipe, often run exposed along the wall.
Condo
Similar to HDB inside the unit. Pipes in risers and common areas are the MCST's. Supply pipe work may need management approval and a water shut-off arranged.
Landed
Can cost more because supply pipes run further, from the PUB meter at the gate to the house and up to upper floors. Underground supply pipes cost more to reach.
Water pipe choke price: common questions
Why is the water pipe choke price only an estimate?
There is little published pricing for this job in Singapore, and the cost depends on whether the problem is a clogged fitting or the pipe itself. A short video of the weak flow and a photo of your pipes help narrow it down.
Will I need a full re-pipe?
Only if the pipes are badly scaled throughout. In many cases the fix is cleaning fittings or replacing one section. Ask to see the inside of any removed pipe before agreeing to more.
Is there a charge just to find the cause?
Some plumbers charge an inspection fee, commonly $50–120, which may be credited if you go ahead with the repair. Ask before the visit.
More about water pipe choke
Symptoms, causes and what the job involves: Water pipe choke.
- Low water pressure price$80–$300
- Re-piping and new piping price$1,500–$5,000
- Water pipe leak repair price$80–$200
- Tap and faucet replacement price$50–$120
- PUB licensed plumber price$80–$250
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