Singapore

Air-Con Dripping on My Unit in Singapore

S$20,000
Maximum claim amount in Small Claims Tribunal
14 days
Time limit to respond to SCT claim after service
90%
Estimated settlement rate at Community Mediation Centre (CMC)
3 months
Typical timeframe for MCST resolution of nuisance complaints
The Short Answer

You can request your neighbor to fix the air-con drip; if unresolved, escalate to MCST, SMC, or file a claim in Small Claims Tribunal for up to S$20,000.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteBuilding Maintenance and Strata Management Act (Cap. 30C)statuteCommunity Disputes Resolution Tribunals Act (Cap. 69C)governmentCommunity Mediation Centre (CMC) – Air-Conditioning Disputes GuidegovernmentBCA – Guidelines on Air-Conditioning Installation for Residential Buildings

Related Questions

Water leaking from upstairs unit — what are my rights?Can MCST ignore a leak affecting my unit?Can I claim compensation for air-con drip damage?How do I file a claim in the Small Claims Tribunal?What’s the difference between Strata Title Board and CDRT?

Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: 2026-10-18.