Renovations

 How can confirming whether children are allowed to play on the roof highlight potential safety risks?

Some societies allow kids to go up and play on the roof; others strictly prohibit it. If the railings are low, gaps are wide, or the parapet isn’t very...

What benefit is there in checking if lightning arresters or grounding systems exist on tall buildings?

Very tall buildings are more exposed during storms. A lightning arrester and proper grounding system safely redirect high-voltage...

 How can looking for old patchwork spots on the roof surface reveal repeated leakage issues?

Roofs with lots of different patches—some newer cement, some old sealant, some random tiles stuck in—often tell a...

Why is it important to see whether overhead pipes on the roof are properly supported and not sagging?

Overhead pipes carry water across roofs to tanks, flats or common areas. If they’re badly supported, loosely tied,...

How can checking if stairhead rooms on the roof are kept locked reduce chances of misuse?

Many buildings have a small room at the top of the staircase on the roof—used for storage, lift...

How can confirming where rubbish from demolition will be stored and removed prevent building disputes?

Demolition means broken tiles, bricks, dust bags, old fixtures—pura ek truck bhar kachra. If the contractor casually dumps it in the building compound or...

What advantage is there in asking for a rough material quantity list before work starts?

Renovation involves a lot of materials: tiles, cement, sand, putty, paint, wires, pipes, fittings. If you have no idea of quantities, you’re completely dependent...

How can marking exact switch and socket positions on walls avoid confusion during rewiring?

During renovation, it’s very easy for communication to get lost between you, the designer, and the electrician. A few centimetres difference in switch height...

Why is it wise to ask if existing wiring can handle new heavy appliances before renovating?

Modern homes keep adding gadgets—bigger ACs, induction cooktops, ovens, dryers, dishwashers. Old wiring may not have been designed for this load. If you just...

 How can checking ceiling heights before designing false ceilings stop rooms from feeling low?

False ceilings look fancy in photos—hidden lights, sleek lines, modern vibe. But they also eat into your vertical space. If your original ceiling is...