Notes from the field.
Short pieces from Adnan, Khalid, and the technician leads — what we see week to week, and how to avoid the most common call-outs.
How long should an AC service take in Dubai
A standard split-unit service is a 60-minute job. If your technician is in and out in 15 minutes, they probably skipped the coil clean. Here's the checklist.
Five plumbing problems Dubai apartments hit in summer
From mineral build-up in the kitchen aerator to the AC condensate that shouldn't be coming out of the bathroom drain — five things to check before they become call-outs.
What to ask before hiring a handyman in JVC
JVC has more turnover than any other zone in Dubai. Six questions to ask before letting a handyman into your flat.
Painting walls in a leased flat — what landlords actually permit
Most Dubai tenancy contracts allow you to paint, with one condition. Here is the condition, and the brand we use to comply with it.
Deep-cleaning before move-out: the checklist Dubai landlords use
After 600+ move-out cleans, we have learned what landlord agents actually inspect. Here is the list — print it before your inspection.