Resale Property Renovation

What is Resale Property Renovation in Dubai and Who Critically Needs It?

This is not a cosmetic refresh but a capital reconstruction and modernization of engineering systems in apartments and villas purchased on the resale market. In Dubai's conditions with its aggressive climate and accelerated wear of utilities, such a service is a mandatory step for increasing market value and ensuring safety. It is needed by real estate investors to boost rental income, by owners for permanent residence who are tired of constant split-system breakdowns and leaks, and by real estate agents preparing a property for a quick sale.

What Types of Resale Properties Do We Work With?

We specialize in properties with outdated infrastructure and obsolete layouts:

• Apartments in mass developments from the 2000s-2010s: Prefabricated buildings in International City, apartments with inefficient thermal insulation in Discovery Gardens, budget studios and 1-2 bedroom apartments in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) and Al Furjan.

• Villas with old layouts: 3-4 bedroom villas in Mirdif, Al Awir, Jumeirah areas, requiring facade reinforcement, replacement of central cooling systems, and private pool refurbishment.

The Complete Renovation Process from First Call to Final Handover:

1. Consultation and Inquiry. You submit an inquiry on the website or call us. A manager clarifies the property type, area, and your goals (sale, rental, for personal use).

2. Free Site Visit and Engineering Audit. Our specialist visits the property at a convenient time. They conduct a full technical inspection: checking the condition of electrical wiring, identifying weak points in water supply and drainage pipes, assessing the functionality of AC drain lines, and the integrity of the floor screed. This is the basis for an accurate estimate.

3. Preparation of Detailed Estimate and Contract. Within 24 hours, you receive a detailed estimate broken down by work stages and materials. Everything is transparent, with no hidden fees. After approval, we sign a contract with a fixed price and clear deadlines.

4. Obtaining Permits (NOC). We handle all bureaucracy: obtaining necessary permits from building management for conducting work, replacing external AC units, and possible replanning.

5. Demolition and Rough Work Stage. We remove all construction debris. We perform critical hidden works: complete replacement of old aluminum wiring with copper, installation of new AC line sets, relocation of plumbing points, waterproofing of bathrooms and balconies, wall leveling, and floor screeding.

6. Finishing and Installation. Laying floor coverings (tiles, laminate), installing stretch or drywall ceilings, installing doors and windows, painting walls, laying tiles in bathrooms and the kitchen, installing the kitchen unit and all sanitaryware.

7. Equipment and Systems Installation. Installation and connection of air conditioners, water heaters, smart home systems, light fixtures, and sockets.

8. Final Cleaning and Quality Control. We perform a thorough cleaning and test all systems. You accept the property together with the foreman and sign the work completion certificate.

9. Warranty Service. We hand over a complete set of documents to you, including equipment warranty cards. We provide a 3-year warranty on all hidden works and a 1-year warranty on installed equipment. One year after handover, before the start of the hot season, we conduct a free preventive inspection of the air conditioning systems.

Types of Renovation for Resale Properties in Dubai:

1. Cosmetic Renovation. For short-term rental or quick sale. No intervention in hidden systems. Includes: demolition of old finishes, wall skimming and painting, laying new flooring, replacing sanitaryware and sockets. Price: from 950 AED/m². Timeline: 2-3 weeks.

2. Capital Renovation. Complete apartment overhaul. Mandatory works: replacement of aluminum wiring with copper, installation of new AC line sets, relocation of water supply points, bathroom waterproofing, floor screeding, wall leveling. Price: from 1,450 AED/m². Timeline: 6-8 weeks.

3. Designer Renovation with Replanning. Capital renovation + work with a designer. Includes: demolition of non-load-bearing partitions, room merging, zoning, installation of complex ceilings, smart home integration, premium finish materials. Price: from 2,200 AED/m². Timeline: 2-3 months.

How to Optimize the Budget?

1. Don't save on hidden works. Replacing old wiring and waterproofing are the foundation of safety.

2. Save on mid-range finishing materials. Choose quality locally produced porcelain tiles instead of imported mosaic. Satin-effect paint is optimal in terms of price and quality.

3. Avoid complex design. Straight lines, single-level suspended ceilings, standard tile sizes will reduce labor costs.

4. Purchase materials according to our specifications at wholesale warehouses in Al Quoz to avoid extra markups.

Current Cost in 2026.
The average market price for turnkey capital renovation in Dubai starts from 1,500 AED/m². Our price from 1,450 AED/m² is achievable due to direct material sourcing and streamlined processes. The final quotation is formed after the site visit and engineering audit.

Bottom Line: Professional renovation of resale property in Dubai is a strategic capital improvement. A cosmetic upgrade pays for itself in 6-8 months due to increased rental yield. Capital reconstruction increases the property valuation by 15-30%, which is critical for refinancing or a profitable sale.