Juno, a homeowner in Dubai Hills, shares the real story behind his villa renovation in Dubai with Paul from Cutting Edge and Eddie from Build Assured.
The project began positively, with a recommended contractor backed by strong testimonials. However, as the renovation progressed, an unclear payment structure, unexpected costs and declining workmanship created serious concerns. Juno became increasingly uncertain about the work completed and whether payments reflected actual progress.
Eventually, he brought in another contractor to independently assess the renovation and identify what needed correcting, adding further cost and disruption to the project.
Paul offers a contractor’s perspective on what went wrong and explains why a clearly defined scope of work, quality standards, timelines and payment milestones are essential when planning a villa renovation or construction project in Dubai.
Juno also reflects on how independent project oversight from the beginning could have helped him maintain greater control, understand the progress of his renovation and address problems earlier.
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