PFI for Building Owners Singapore
SGFacadeScan supports Singapore building owners who need to comply with BCA Periodic Facade Inspection (PFI) requirements and make informed decisions about facade condition, defect documentation and follow-up repairs.
For owners of commercial, industrial, institutional, mixed-use and privately held buildings, PFI can involve several moving parts: notice review, Competent Person appointment, inspection planning, access coordination, facade defect documentation, professional assessment and report submission support.
Our process helps building owners move from uncertainty to action by organising the inspection workflow, capturing systematic facade records and preparing clear findings for professional review and next-step planning.
What Building Owners Are Responsible For
- Review the BCA PFI notice and understand the required next steps.
- Appoint a suitable Competent Person for Periodic Facade Inspection.
- Provide available drawings, past repair records and known facade defect information.
- Arrange safe and practical access for visual and close-range inspection work.
- Support inspection logistics, site safety, tenant coordination and required notices.
- Review inspection findings and plan suitable rectification works where defects are identified.
- Maintain clear records for compliance, asset management and future maintenance planning.
How SGFacadeScan Supports Building Owners
Owner Need
SGFacadeScan Support
Outcome
Organise reporting support and prepare information for follow-up repair planning.
Suitable Building Types
SGFacadeScan can support a range of building owners and property types in Singapore. The final inspection approach depends on the BCA notice, facade system, building height, age, site constraints and available records.
Building Type
Typical Owner Concern
Relevant Support
From PFI Notice to Actionable Report
Step
What Happens
Why It Matters to Building Owners
Findings are structured for professional review, submission support and maintenance planning.
Why Building Owners Choose SGFacadeScan
- Singapore-focused PFI and facade inspection support for building owners.
- Registered Architect-led professional workflow and CP/FI coordination support.
- Drone-assisted visual inspection coordination for clearer facade records where suitable.
- Close-range inspection access coordination using suitable methods depending on site constraints.
- Clear defect documentation to support repair planning, tender scoping and maintenance budgeting.
- Inspection-led approach that keeps professional assessment separate from remedial contractor pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What should a building owner do after receiving a BCA PFI notice?
The owner should review the notice, appoint a suitable Competent Person, prepare available building records and plan access for the required facade inspection. SGFacadeScan can support this coordination process.
2. Who appoints the Competent Person for PFI?
The building owner is responsible for appointing the Competent Person. The CP may be assisted by a Facade Inspector under the CP’s direction and supervision.
3. Can SGFacadeScan help with drone facade inspection?
Yes. SGFacadeScan can coordinate drone-assisted visual facade inspection where suitable, subject to site conditions, regulatory requirements and professional inspection planning.
4. What happens if defects are found during PFI?
Defects should be documented, reviewed by the professional inspection team and followed up with suitable remedial planning. Building owners should engage appropriate repair contractors where rectification works are required.
5. Does SGFacadeScan prepare repair quotations?
SGFacadeScan focuses on inspection, defect assessment, recommended remedial advice and report support. Repair quotations should be obtained from suitable contractors after the inspection findings are reviewed.
6. Can SGFacadeScan support commercial and industrial buildings?
Yes. SGFacadeScan supports commercial, industrial, institutional, mixed-use and other Singapore buildings where facade inspection and PFI support are required.