What is Facility Management in Dubai Most Dubai residential communities have a Facility Management company managing common areas and building systems. Residents pay a service charge to fund this. FM responsibilities Lift maintenance Common area and car park cleaning Pool and gym maintenance Emergency response to building failures Central AC systems What FM is not … Read more

Why a kitchen hood matters in Dubai Dubai kitchens are often open-plan — without a hood, cooking smells spread through the whole apartment. Grease settles on walls and furniture. A good hood solves both problems. Hood types Wall-mounted — above the hob. Island — for kitchen islands. Built-in — concealed in cabinet. Recirculating — no … Read more

When screeding is needed Level difference greater than 5mm over 2 metres. Cracks in existing screed. Replacing flooring where old screed is damaged. New construction or full renovation. Screed types for Dubai Sand and cement screed — traditional, 4-7 cm thick, drying time 28 days. Self-levelling compound — thin layer 3-10 mm over existing screed, … Read more

What is DEWA DEWA (Dubai Electricity and Water Authority) is the government authority supplying electricity and water to all Dubai properties. Every tenant must open their own DEWA account after moving in. What you need to connect DEWA Ejari (registered tenancy contract) — mandatory Emirates ID Passport copy Meter number (shown on the handover report) … Read more

What tenants in Dubai prioritise Working plumbing and AC units — these are baseline requirements not optional extras. Clean walls and floors. Functioning appliances. Good lighting. Storage — built-in wardrobes are highly valued. What raises the rental rate Fresh neutral paint — adds 5–10% to rent. Quality bathroom fittings — adds 5%. Furnishing — adds … Read more

Why blockages are common in Dubai Hard water leaves limescale deposits inside pipes. Sand and dust enter systems through open windows. Grease solidifies quickly in pipes due to AC temperature fluctuations. Hair is the main cause of shower drain blockages. How to clear a blockage yourself Plunger — effective for minor blockages in sinks or … Read more

Where drywall is used in Dubai Room dividers — splitting a studio into zones or adding a bedroom. TV niches and bed alcoves. Drop ceilings with LED lighting. Boxing in pipes and cables. Decorative columns and arches. Do you need a permit Partitions that divide an apartment into separate rooms require building management and DM … Read more

Water heater types in Dubai Storage tank (boiler) — standard in most apartments. 50–100 litre capacity. Heats water in advance and maintains temperature. Instant (tankless) — heats water on demand with no tank. Solar — on villas, reduces electricity consumption significantly. Choosing the right tank size 1 person — 50 litres. 2–3 people — 80–100 … Read more

Why electricity bills are high in Dubai Air conditioners run 8–10 months a year and account for 60–70% of all electricity use in an apartment. In summer a 1BR bill can reach 800–1,500 AED per month. This is manageable. AC — the main cost driver Set temperature to 24–25°C instead of 18–20°C — saves 15–20%. … Read more

Are stretch ceilings popular in Dubai Stretch ceilings are less common in Dubai than in Russia or Europe. Locals tend to prefer gypsum ceilings with recessed lighting. However stretch ceilings are gaining popularity as a faster and cleaner installation option. Advantages of stretch ceilings in Dubai Installation in one day with no dust or mess. … Read more