Masterpiece Social

Ziad Yasin

Ask the age of the AC and water heaters

AI illustration of a shaded residential courtyard with rooftop solar panels
In an Abu Dhabi home, the AC units, water heaters and any pumps work hard all year, and replacing them is one of the larger costs an owner faces after moving in. Two homes at a similar price can differ widely here: one with systems replaced recently, another with original units close to retirement. Knowing their age helps you compare the homes fairly. Ask the seller for installation dates, service records and any remaining warranties. During the viewing, look at the labels on outdoor AC units and on the water heater, and note what you see for your inspector to assess. If major replacements look likely in the next few years, put them in your budget now instead of discovering them in your first summer. Prepared by Masterpiece Property. AI-generated illustration, not a photograph of an actual property or project.

More from our team

Explore all posts

Clear surfaces and rooms before viewings

Buyers come to see space, light and storage, and every extra chair, crowded shelf or pile of papers hides some of it. Personal photos and busy counters also make it harder for visitors to picture their own life in the home. Clearing rooms before viewings is not about styling; it

Read moreAsk us on WhatsApp
From our advisors

Self-employed? Prepare what banks ask for

Banks usually look more closely at income history when you run your own business. For a self-employed buyer in Abu Dhabi, the request list often includes a trade licence, several months of company and personal bank statements and proof of how long the business has traded; some banks also ask for audited accounts. Gathering these papers takes time, especially when an accountant must prepare them, so start before you choose a home. Ask 2 or 3 banks for their written document lists and compare them side by side. Mark what you already hold, what needs your a

Read moreAsk us on WhatsApp