New flat interiors in Bangalore: a checklist from keys to move-in

Getting the keys is exciting. The next few months decide how well your home works for years. This checklist walks you through each stage, from builder handover to the day you move in.

1. At builder handover

• Check walls and ceilings for dampness, especially around bathrooms and the kitchen
• Note the position of every electrical point, water inlet and drain, and photograph them
• Check that windows and doors close properly and floors are level
• Ask for the floor plan with room sizes: you will need it for design and pricing
• Find out the society's rules for interior work: working hours, lift use and deposits

2. Plan and budget

• List what you need in each room: storage, the kitchen you cook in, the TV wall
• Upload your floor plan to our interior cost calculator for a first budget in minutes
• Decide what you will do now and what can wait

3. Design

A designer visits, measures the flat and discusses how your family lives. You see the layout and 2D drawings, then 3D views, and choose every material and colour from real samples. Once you approve the design, production can start.

4. Production in the factory

At Decorguys, your kitchen, wardrobes and units are cut, edge-banded, drilled and assembled in our own 14,000 sq ft factory in Bengaluru while site work goes on at your home. Work starts once the 2D designs are approved and 60% of the project value is received.

5. Site work

• Electrical points and wiring, especially for the false ceiling and kitchen appliances
• Plumbing changes, if the sink or vanity moves
• False ceiling and painting

Woodwork is installed after the messy work is done, so finished surfaces stay clean.

6. Installation and handover

Our own team installs everything, levels and aligns every shutter and drawer, and cleans up. We do a joint final inspection with you, demonstrate every unit, finish any touch-ups and sign a handover document together.

How long does it take?

Most homes are handed over within 45 working days of design sign-off. Late approvals, payments, site access or other contractors can extend this; if a delay is on our side, we compensate you Rs 5,000 a month, pro-rata, after a 14-day grace period, as written in your agreement.

Printable checklist

• Floor plan with room sizes
• Photos of all electrical points and plumbing
• Society rules and permissions for interior work
• Budget and priorities, room by room
• Approved design and material list
• Itemised quote, inclusive of GST
• Signed agreement with timeline and warranty
• Handover document signed after the final inspection

Documents and permissions to keep ready

• Possession letter and the builder's floor plan
• Your society's interior work rules: working hours, deposit, lift use and debris disposal
• Electrical load sanctioned for your flat, especially if you plan several ACs
• Warranty details from the builder for waterproofing and fittings

Questions to ask your interior company

• Do you make the furniture yourselves, or buy it from someone else?
• Which board grade and hardware brands are in the quote?
• What does the warranty cover, and for how long?
• Who will be my single point of contact during the project?
• Can I see a completed home or your factory?

Before you move in

Plan a deep clean after installation, run every tap and switch, open and close every drawer and shutter, and check the chimney and hob with the gas connected. Keep a list of small fixes for the handover walk-through, so they are closed before you move in.

Frequently asked questions

How long do interiors take for a new flat in Bangalore?

With Decorguys, most homes are handed over within 45 working days of design sign-off.

Should the false ceiling be done before the woodwork?

Yes. False ceiling, electrical and painting are usually done first, then the woodwork is installed, with a final paint touch-up at the end.

Can I move in while interiors are being done?

It is possible, but dusty and slow. Most families wait until the kitchen and wardrobes are in.

When should I start planning interiors for a new flat?

As soon as you have the floor plan, even before possession. Design takes a few weeks, so starting early means work can begin soon after handover.

What should I check at builder handover?

Dampness on walls, the positions of electrical points and plumbing, floor levels, and that doors and windows close properly. Photograph everything.