Apartment Essential - Apartment Annual Maintenance Contract in Dubai & the UAE
Whole-apartment cover for studios to 2 bedrooms: two preventive visits, unlimited call-outs across AC, plumbing, electrical and handyman, and no labour charge - from AED 1,290 a year.
Key Takeaways
- Apartment Essential costs AED 1,290 a year and covers studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman.
- The plan includes 2 scheduled preventive visits and 2 full AC services a year.
- Unlimited across all trades are included, 24 hours a day, with zero labour charge on covered repairs.
- Comparable UAE cover typically costs AED 900–1,800 a year, so Apartment Essential is priced inside that band.
- Spare parts are not included; they are supplied at cost with a 15% contract discount and quoted before fitting.
What does Apartment Essential cover?
Apartment Essential covers every trade in a smaller apartment under one annual fee. Two scheduled preventive visits a year catch the problems that develop quietly, and between them you get unlimited call-outs across air conditioning, plumbing, electrical and general handyman work with no labour charge on any of it.
The preventive visit is where the value sits, because most apartment failures announce themselves months in advance. We service the AC properly, check every waste and trap for leaks, test water pressure, inspect the water heater including its relief valve and anode, test sockets and RCDs, check silicone and grout in wet areas, and ease doors and windows. Anything found is fixed on the visit where it is a labour job.
This plan suits the apartment where the tenancy makes maintenance your responsibility, or the owner who would rather pay a predictable annual figure than an unpredictable series of emergency call-outs. It is deliberately priced below the typical UAE market band for a comparable scope.
What is included in the annual fee?
- 2 scheduled preventive visits a year covering every trade
- 2 full AC services a year with readings recorded
- Unlimited emergency call-outs across AC, plumbing, electrical and handyman
- Zero labour charge on all covered repairs, 24/7, including weekends and holidays
- Water heater safety check: relief valve test, thermostat and anode inspection
- Electrical safety check: socket testing, RCD trip verification, board inspection
- Plumbing check: leak inspection, water pressure test, trap and waste check
- Silicone and grout inspection in wet areas, with minor resealing included
- 15% discount on all spare parts and materials
- Priority dispatch and a named contact for your property
What is not included?
- Spare parts and materials - supplied at cost with a 15% AMC discount, quoted in writing before fitting
- Full equipment replacement (for example a new AC unit, water heater or appliance)
- Major renovation, structural work and anything requiring authority approval
- Damage from misuse, tampering or unauthorised third-party work
- Work on systems that are the building owner’s or developer’s responsibility under your lease
How much does apartment annual maintenance contract cost?
| Apartment Essential | Price (AED) |
|---|---|
| Annual contract, paid yearly | 1,290 / year |
| Typical UAE market range for comparable scope | AED 900–1,800 / year |
| Labour on covered repairs | Included - no charge, 24/7 |
| Emergency call-outs | Unlimited across all trades, no night or weekend surcharge |
| Spare parts and materials | At cost, less 15% contract discount, quoted before fitting |
How does this compare with our other plans?
| Plan | Best for | Visits / yr | AC services | Our price | UAE market range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Care Plan | Any apartment up to 3 bedrooms | 2 | 2 | AED 749 | AED 600–1,200 |
| Apartment Essential | Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments | 2 | 2 | AED 1,290 | AED 900–1,800 |
| Apartment Plus | 3 and 4 bedroom apartments and penthouses | 3 | 2 | AED 1,890 | AED 1,500–2,800 |
| Commercial & Office | Offices, retail units, clinics, salons and F&B outlets | 4 | 3 | AED 3,900 | AED 2,500–12,000 |
| Villa Complete | Villas and townhouses up to 4 bedrooms | 4 | 2 | AED 4,490 | AED 3,000–6,500 |
| Villa Premium | Villas of 5 bedrooms and above, with pool and garden | 6 | 3 | AED 8,900 | AED 6,500–14,000 |
Where is Apartment Essential available?
Apartment Essential is available across all four service emirates. Choose your area for local coverage details and response times.
Apartment Essential - frequently asked questions
How much does an apartment maintenance contract cost in Dubai?
Whole-apartment AMC for a studio to 2-bedroom unit typically runs AED 900–1,800 a year in Dubai, depending on scope and how many trades are covered. Apartment Essential is AED 1,290 a year covering AC, plumbing, electrical and handyman with unlimited call-outs.
Is an annual maintenance contract worth it for an apartment?
It depends on how often you currently call someone. Two or three emergency call-outs plus a couple of AC services in a year usually cost more than the contract, and the contract also includes the preventive visits that stop several of those call-outs happening at all.
What is not covered by an apartment AMC?
Spare parts and materials, which are supplied at cost with a 15% discount and quoted before fitting; full equipment replacement; renovation and structural work; damage from misuse; and anything that is the building owner’s responsibility under your lease.
Can I transfer the contract if I move apartment?
Yes, within the UAE and within the same property band, for the remainder of the contract term. Let us know the new address and we will re-register the contract and carry out a first preventive visit at the new property.
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