10 Office Interior Red Flags to Watch Out For

Accepting only one contractor's quote without comparison is one of the most common and expensive mistakes in Indian office fit-outs. It removes all competitive pricing pressure.

A contractor demanding 50% or more advance before work begins is a major warning sign. Standard practice in India is 10–15% mobilisation advance against a bank guarantee or security cheque.

A contractor operating outside the GST framework is working illegally and cannot be legally held accountable. Cash transactions leave no audit trail for disputes or legal recourse.

A contractor switching from approved/specified brands (e.g., Philips lights to an unknown brand, Daikin AC to a no-name unit) without your written consent is a form of fraud.