CHOOSING A FIT-OUT CONTRACTOR
Ask to see completed projects similar to yours. A contractor with 200+ completed projects across multiple sectors demonstrates reliability.
Contractors with in-house workshops (joinery, metalwork) and direct MEP teams deliver faster, with better quality control, and at lower cost.
A healthcare fit-out has completely different requirements than a restaurant or office. Look for proven experience in your specific sector.
Dubai's approval process involves Dubai Municipality, Civil Defense, DEWA, and potentially DHA, DIFC, or free zone authorities.
Beware of lump-sum quotes without detailed breakdowns. Fixed-price contracts protect you from unexpected cost escalation.
Verify valid Dubai trade license, professional indemnity insurance, and workman's compensation coverage.
A reputable contractor offers a minimum 12-month defects liability period after handover.
Quotes significantly below market rate, no recent references, no physical Dubai presence, large upfront payment demands, and no authority approvals experience.