Dubai community management firms step up weather relief efforts

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Community management companies in collaboration with Dubai Land Department are providing various free services to help residential communities deal with the impact of severe weather conditions.

The services offered include distribution of food within impacted communities, alternative housing for affected residents and assistance with returning to their homes, including interior cleaning and comprehensive pest control services.

Residents are also being assisted with monitoring and documenting damages caused by the rains during the period covered by insurance, as well as assessing potential risks to properties.

These services are being offered by Dubai Holding, Nakheel, Emaar, Union Properties and Dubai Investments Park.

For building maintenance services in freehold units, residents are advised to contact these property developers directly.

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