Who We Actually Are (And Why the Name Confusion Happens)

We're Wong Lye Pte Ltd, UEN 201404127Z, registered and operating in Singapore as a BCA General Builder Class 2. If you searched for "Ooi Wan Lye Sdn Bhd" and landed here, it's likely a name similarity issue — or you're looking for a builder and came across our work through word of mouth.

Let us clear this up: we are not Ooi Wan Lye Sdn Bhd (which, if it exists, would be a Malaysian-registered entity based on the "Sdn Bhd" suffix). We are a Singapore-based builder with 15 years of structural building experience, and we work exclusively on landed homes — rebuilds, A&A, piling, structural works, metal fabrication, and solar installations.

We started in 2011 as a logistics business. In 2014, we built our own warehouse racks because we couldn't find a contractor we trusted to do it right. Neighbours saw the work and asked us to do theirs. That grew into commercial and industrial builds — over 1,500 clients later. Then our commercial clients started asking us to rebuild their homes. We said yes, but carefully. Today, we have a deliberately selective landed portfolio, and we don't do HDB or condo interiors (that's our sister company, Larry Contractors, at contractors.com.sg).

What We Do That Most Builders Don't

We're not a typical design-and-build firm. We came from the heavy building side — structural work, reinforced concrete, steel fabrication — and that shapes how we approach landed projects.

In-House Architect and Qualified Person (QP)

We handle URA and BCA submissions as part of the build. That means when we quote you, we've already thought through whether your idea is legal and structurally sound — not just pretty. We've seen too many homeowners come to us after signing with another firm, only to discover halfway through that their design can't be approved or their existing structure can't support the load.

Structural and Piling Capabilities

If your rebuild involves underpinning, micropiling, or working around existing load-bearing walls, we do that in-house. We don't subcontract structural works to the lowest bidder and hope it holds. We've done enough industrial builds to know what happens when foundations aren't done right — and we're not interested in cutting corners on your home.

Metal Fabrication for Custom Builds

Need a steel-framed extension? A custom metal staircase? A cantilevered structure? We fabricate and install it ourselves. That's a carryover from our commercial days, and it gives us control over tolerances and timelines that most residential builders simply don't have.

Why Homeowners Search for Builders by Name (And What That Tells Us)

In our experience, when someone Googles a builder's name — especially a name they might have heard secondhand or misremembered — it usually means one of three things:

• A referral: A friend or relative mentioned us, and you're doing your homework. Good. We want informed clients.
• Due diligence: You're checking if we're licensed, legitimate, and have a track record. Also good. Our BCA licence and UEN are public record.
• A question about scope: You're not sure if we do the kind of work you need. Fair — not every builder does piling or solar or handles URA submissions.

If you're here because of a referral or name confusion, here's what we suggest: don't start with the builder's name. Start with your project's scope. If your landed home needs structural work, a rebuild, or an A&A involving load-bearing changes, we're a fit. If you're repainting walls and replacing kitchen cabinets, you probably want a renovator (like Larry Contractors) instead.

What Makes a Good Landed Builder (From Our Side of the Table)

We're selective about projects, and we're upfront about why. A good landed build requires more than a licensed contractor and a mood board. It requires:

Structural Competence

Can the builder read structural drawings? Do they know the difference between a partition wall and a shear wall? Can they calculate live loads and dead loads for your attic conversion? If the answer is "we'll ask the engineer," that's a red flag. The builder should be the engineer — or at least fluent enough to catch errors before the pour.

Honest Quoting Before Design Lock-In

We've had clients come to us with "finalised" designs from other firms, only to find out the design violates setback rules or exceeds allowable plot ratio. At that point, they've already paid for drawings they can't use. When we quote, we do a preliminary check first. If your idea isn't viable, we tell you before you spend money on drawings.

No Surprises on Statutory Requirements

URA and BCA requirements aren't suggestions. If your neighbour built a rear extension without approval and got away with it, that doesn't mean you will. We've seen teardown orders. We've seen stop-work notices. We don't gamble with your investment or your legal standing.

When to Work With Us (And When Not To)

We're a good fit if:

• Your landed home needs a full or partial rebuild
• You're doing an A&A with structural changes (removing walls, adding floors, extending)
• Your project involves piling, underpinning, or foundation work
• You want metal fabrication or solar installation done as part of the build
• You value accuracy and compliance over speed and the lowest possible quote

We're not a fit if:

• You're doing cosmetic renovation only (paint, flooring, kitchen, bathrooms) — talk to Larry Contractors instead
• You need an HDB-licensed contractor (we're BCA-licensed for landed only)
• You're looking for the cheapest builder on the market — we're not that, and we don't pretend to be

How to Actually Reach Us

If you're here because you want to speak with us about a landed project, the fastest way is WhatsApp. We'll ask about your site, your scope, and your timeline. If it's a fit, we'll arrange a site visit. If it's not, we'll tell you honestly and point you toward someone who can help.

We don't do hard-sells or free design packages with hidden clauses. You'll get a clear picture of what's buildable, what's legal, and what it costs — before you commit to anything.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wong Lye the same as Ooi Wan Lye Sdn Bhd?

No. We are Wong Lye Pte Ltd, a Singapore-registered BCA General Builder Class 2. "Sdn Bhd" is a Malaysian company suffix, and we are not affiliated with any Malaysian entity by that or a similar name. If you're looking for us specifically, our UEN is 201404127Z and we're based in Singapore.

Do you do HDB flats or condo units?

No. We are licensed for landed residential, commercial, and industrial works only. For HDB renovations, our sister company is Larry Contractors (contractors.com.sg), which holds the HDB licence. Different scope, different licences.

Can you handle URA and BCA submissions, or do I need to hire separately?

We handle it in-house. We have our own QP and architect, and submissions are part of our build scope. That means fewer coordination headaches for you, and we're accountable for the approvals — not just the construction.

What's your typical project timeline for a landed rebuild?

It depends heavily on the scope, but a typical full teardown and rebuild takes 12–18 months from design to TOP (Temporary Occupation Permit). That includes submission time, which we can't control. A&A projects are shorter — usually 6–12 months depending on complexity. We'll give you a realistic timeline during quoting, not an optimistic one.

Why should I choose Wong Lye over a bigger design-and-build firm?

We're not trying to be the biggest. We're trying to be the most structurally competent. If your project involves heavy structural work, piling, or custom metal fabrication, we bring 15 years of industrial and commercial building experience that most residential-only firms simply don't have. We also don't outsource structural works — it's in-house, which means better control and accountability.

If you'd like to discuss your landed project with us, reach out on WhatsApp and let's see if we're the right fit: https://wa.me/6591072601