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From Tenancy to Transition: A Timeline for Office Reinstatement Projects

Reinstating your office at the end of your lease isn’t something to leave until the last week — unless you enjoy stress, overtime, and potential penalties.

At How 2 Design 4U, we always tell clients: the key to a smooth handover is starting early. This guide walks you through a typical reinstatement timeline so you can stay ahead, avoid costly surprises, and hand over your office with confidence.


⏰ 2–3 Months Before Lease End: Start Planning

✔ Review your lease agreement — look closely at the reinstatement clause.

✔ Request a copy of the original floor plan or photos (if you don't have them).

✔ Check with your landlord or building management on specific reinstatement expectations.

✔ Begin sourcing reinstatement contractors for site assessments and quotations.

💡 Tip: Don’t assume every office handover is the same. Some landlords require full restoration to bare units, including M&E, aircon, and fire safety elements.
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🧾 6–8 Weeks Before: Confirm Scope & Book Contractor

✔ Finalise your reinstatement scope and get a quotation in writing.

✔ Confirm your contractor’s ability to handle all required work (carpentry, hacking, electrical, painting, etc.)

✔ Secure work dates, especially if there are peak-season bookings or limited access slots.

✔ Apply for permits if needed (some buildings require up to 2 weeks for approval).

🚚 Need to coordinate with your office move? Now's the time to align both timelines!
🛠 3–4 Weeks Before: Prepare Site for Works

✔ Clear out furniture, equipment, and loose items from the premises.

✔ Arrange for disposal of bulky waste or document shredding.

✔ Confirm access schedule with building management — lifts, working hours, noise restrictions.

✔ Start any dismantling works that can be done in phases (e.g., partitions, signage, false ceilings).

🧹 The cleaner your space is before works begin, the smoother the reinstatement process will go.
🧰 1–2 Weeks Before: Reinstatement Work Begins

✔ Hacking, removal of fittings, electrical terminations

✔ Restoration of original fixtures (lights, ceiling tiles, flooring)

✔ Repainting, patching, and final touch-ups

✔ Deep cleaning of the unit before inspection

📷 Document everything — before, during, and after the works — for your own protection.
📦 Final Days: Handover & Inspection

✔ Conduct a final inspection walkthrough with your contractor

✔ Schedule a handover inspection with your landlord or building manager

✔ Ensure all touch-ups are completed

✔ Return keys, access cards, and confirm final handover documents

✅ A professional contractor should be there with you during handover to resolve any last-minute issues on the spot.
🧠 Final Thoughts: Don’t Leave It to the Last Minute

Reinstatement isn’t just technical — it’s time-sensitive, permit-sensitive, and often subject to strict landlord requirements.

By starting 2–3 months ahead and partnering with a reliable team like How 2 Design 4U, you can ensure:

  • Smooth coordination with your relocation

  • Proper documentation and building compliance

  • Full refund of your security deposit


📞 Need Help Managing Your Office Reinstatement?

We’re experienced in handling commercial reinstatement projects of all sizes, and we know what landlords and property managers expect.

Contact How 2 Design 4U for a free site visit and no-obligation quote today.

✅ End of lease? We’ll help you end it right.

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