Ask for the contractor’s trade licence number, their classification/grade with the relevant municipality (especially in Abu Dhabi), and proof of insurance — then verify the licence directly with the issuing emirate’s Department of Economic Development. A legitimate contractor will provide this without hesitation.

Why This Matters

Verifying contractor legitimacy — licensing, insurance, past project proof — is one of the most common concerns UAE homeowners raise, and for good reason: unlicensed or improperly classified contractors create real legal and financial exposure if something goes wrong mid-project.

What to Ask For

• Trade licence number — issued by the relevant emirate’s Department of Economic Development, verifiable directly with that department.
• Municipality classification/grade — particularly important in Abu Dhabi, where DMT classification determines what scale of project a contractor is authorized to handle.
• Insurance documentation — proof of liability and worker insurance coverage for the project.
• Named project manager — a specific person responsible for your project, not just a general company contact.
• Past project references — ideally verifiable, not just quoted testimonials.

Red Flags to Watch For

Reluctance to share a licence number, pressure to pay large amounts upfront before any written scope is agreed, verbal-only pricing with no itemized breakdown, and an inability to name who specifically will run your project are all signs worth taking seriously before signing anything.

Our Approach

We operate as Al Ree Technical Services Contracting LLC, registered in Sharjah, and are happy to provide licence and insurance documentation before you sign any contract. Every project has a named project manager you can call directly, not a call centre.

Frequently Asked Questions