27 Things to Do Before Hiring a Contractor in Dubai
The checklist we wish every homeowner had before starting their renovation. Covers permits, contracts, payments, materials — everything that protects you.
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Permit Requirements
NOC, municipality approvals, and what happens if you skip them
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Contractor Vetting
10 questions to ask, 6 documents to verify, 3 deal-breakers
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Contract Protection
Payment terms, warranty clauses, and timeline guarantees to demand
What's In The Checklist
✓ Community-specific NOC requirements (Palm Jumeirah, Arabian Ranches, Emirates Hills, etc.)
✓ Dubai Municipality permit types and when each is required
✓ 10 questions to ask every contractor before signing (with "right answers")
✓ How to verify a contractor's trade licence and insurance
✓ Payment structure red flags that signal financial instability
✓ Material specification checklist — never accept "allowances"
✓ Contract clauses that protect you if timelines slip
✓ What to document before demolition begins (photos, meter readings)
✓ Insurance requirements for works inside your villa
✓ Snagging checklist for handover day
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