Guide 5 min readPrastara Team

7 Common Mistakes in Dubai Fit-out Projects

Biggest pitfalls that delay fit-out projects — from late submissions to poor MEP coordination.

Avoid These Mistakes

1. Late Mall Submission

Mall review takes 5-10 days. Late = everything delayed.

2. Incomplete Drawings

Missing MEP or fire rating info causes rejections.

3. No Value Engineering

Waiting until construction to optimize costs leads to compromises.

4. No Workshop

Contractors who outsource have less quality control.

5. Ignoring Night Shifts

Operational malls restrict to 10 PM-6 AM.

6. Poor Site Survey

Drawing dimensions dont match site. Always survey.

7. Rushed Handover

No documentation = long snag list.

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