What BCA GB2 Licence Actually Covers

We hold BCA General Builder Class 2 licence, which allows us to handle construction projects up to $6 million contract value. For landed property owners, this means we can legally undertake your full rebuild, major A&A works, structural modifications, and piling work.

The GB2 licence specifically covers what we call the "heavy building" aspects of your project: load-bearing wall modifications, foundation work, structural steel installation, and complete reconstructions. This is different from renovation licences that handle finishes and fittings.

Here's what matters for your landed property: if you're doing anything that affects your home's structure—removing walls, adding floors, digging deeper basements, or rebuilding entirely—you need a properly licensed builder. We've seen homeowners get halfway through projects only to discover their contractor wasn't licensed for the structural work being done.

Why Building Licence Class Matters for Landed Work

Not all building licences are the same. The BCA licence system exists because different types of work carry different risks and require different expertise. We started in commercial and industrial building before moving into landed properties, so we understand why these distinctions matter.

GB2 licence requires demonstrated experience with complex structural work, proper insurance coverage, and ongoing compliance with BCA requirements. When we take on your landed rebuild or major A&A, we're not just bringing tools and workers—we're bringing the legal framework that protects your investment.

The $6 million ceiling on GB2 work covers virtually all landed property projects in Singapore. Even extensive rebuilds with basements, swimming pools, and multiple storeys typically fall well within this range.

Structural Work That Requires Proper Licensing

We often get calls from homeowners asking whether their planned work needs a licensed builder. Here's our straightforward answer: if it affects your home's structure, you need proper licensing.

This includes removing or modifying load-bearing walls, adding mezzanine levels, digging basement extensions, installing structural steel beams, and foundation work. We also handle piling work for landed properties—something that absolutely requires proper licensing and engineering oversight.

The grey area is often around "minor" structural changes. We've learned that what homeowners consider minor—like removing one wall—can actually affect the entire structural integrity of the home. That's why we always involve our in-house QP (Qualified Person) in the assessment, even for seemingly simple changes.

Working with URA and BCA Submissions

Our GB2 licence works hand-in-hand with our ability to handle URA and BCA submissions directly. We have an in-house architect and QP, which means we can take your project from initial concept through regulatory approval to completion.

This integrated approach matters because structural work and regulatory compliance are interconnected. When we design structural modifications, we're already considering what BCA will require for approval. When we submit to URA for planning permission, we're thinking about how the structural work will actually be executed.

Many homeowners try to separate design, approvals, and construction across different providers. In our experience, this creates coordination problems that slow down projects and increase costs. Having everything under one licensed roof streamlines the process considerably.

Quality Assurance Under BCA Licensing

The BCA licensing system includes ongoing compliance requirements that protect homeowners. We maintain insurance, submit regular documentation, and undergo periodic reviews. If something goes wrong on your project, the licensing framework provides recourse options that don't exist with unlicensed work.

We also work within BCA's inspection and certification requirements for structural work. This means your completed project has been reviewed and approved by qualified professionals at multiple stages—not just upon completion.

For complex landed projects involving multiple systems (structure, waterproofing, mechanical), having a single licensed entity responsible for coordination reduces the risk of component failures or integration problems down the line.