Formaldehyde removal — measured before, measured after.
Singapore renovations leave formaldehyde behind. New cabinetry, fresh paint, laminate flooring all off-gas, and small humid flats hold it in. We test the level, treat the room with a Japanese-system purifier, then test again so you see the reduction in numbers.
IAQ measurement
A new flat smells finished. The chemistry says otherwise.
New cabinetry, fresh paint, laminate flooring, and pressed-wood doors release formaldehyde for months after install. Singapore's humidity speeds the off-gassing. HDB flat sizes concentrate it. Closed air-conditioned rooms hold it in. Most newly-renovated homes hit indoor levels well above what's healthy — especially in the first weeks after move-in, the exact window when families are unpacking and infants are sleeping in fresh-paint bedrooms.
The stakes
- Eye, nose and throat irritation in the first weeks
- Headaches that lift when you leave the unit
- Allergic reactions and skin irritation
- Asthma flare-ups in vulnerable family members
- Sleep disruption from persistent odour
- Classified by IARC as a Group 1 human carcinogen at sustained exposure
Where it comes from in a typical SG renovation
- Pressed wood furniture and doors
- Particleboard cabinetry
- Laminate and engineered flooring
- Paint and adhesives
- Carpets and underlay
- Fibreglass insulation
Four steps. Measured before, measured after.
The result isn't a claim. It's the difference between two numbers, taken in your unit, on the day.
IAQ test
Measure formaldehyde concentration in the space before treatment. Establishes the baseline.
Custom plan
Treatment plan built from the test reading. Equipment, duration, and approach scoped to the room.
Treatment
Japanese-tech air purifier with specialised filters runs to plan. Crew briefed, space prepared.
Verification test
Re-measure after treatment. Confirms the reduction. Typical reduction documented.
Pre-treatment instructions.
- Vacate the area being treated for safety
- Remove pets, plants, sensitive items from the room
- Turn off A/C units
- Cover furniture with sheets if requested
- Keep windows and doors closed during treatment
- Tell the crew about any allergies or sensitivities
Before you book treatment.
Will the formaldehyde come back?
New furniture and cabinetry continue to off-gas over time, so concentrations can rise again. The verification test confirms the immediate result; long-term levels depend on what's in the home.
How long does the treatment take?
Per room — treatment plus settling time. Most full-home jobs finish in a day. Larger or multi-level units may need staged treatment across rooms.
How much formaldehyde is too much?
The treatment targets reduction below safety guidelines. Pre- and post-treatment readings tell you exactly where you stand — not a brochure number.
Should I do this with my post-renovation clean?
Usually yes — if the renovation involved new cabinetry, fresh paint, or laminate flooring. The natural pairing is post-reno clean + formaldehyde removal in the same booking.
How much?
Quoted per area. Send postal code and room sizes.