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Home automation in Emaar Beachfront.

New towers on a private beach, handed over as finished shells with no automation inside. We add the locks, curtains, AC control and sensors, ideally right after snagging, so the apartment works the way you want from the first week.

  • FromAED 1,500
  • Most installs1 to 2 days
  • Site surveyFree
Ain Dubai and the Dubai Harbour coast between JBR and Palm Jumeirah, home to Emaar Beachfront
Emaar Beachfront at a glance
Homes
1 to 4 bedroom apartments, penthouses and some townhouses
Master developer
Emaar, inside the Dubai Harbour masterplan
Built
First towers handed over from 2021, more still building
Setting
A private 1.5 km beach between JBR and Palm Jumeirah
Cooling
Chilled water from an Emaar district cooling plant
Typical install
A day or two for most 1 and 2 bedroom flats
Starting price
From AED 1,500 for a single upgrade
The short answer

Dubai Smart Home installs home automation in Emaar Beachfront apartments and penthouses, in towers such as Beach Vista, Sunrise Bay, Marina Vista and Grand Bleu Tower. Most owners add smart locks, motorised curtains for the sea-facing glass, fan coil thermostats, leak sensors and Wi-Fi after handover. Single upgrades start from AED 1,500, and a one or two bedroom apartment takes one to two days.

Updated 27 September 2026
Pricing

Pick your home, see the price.

What changes the price: how many windows you motorise, whether you want lighting scenes or just devices, and whether we can work before the furniture arrives.

One upgrade

One job done well, right after you get the keys.
  • A smart lock with guest and family codes
  • Or fan coil thermostats for one or two rooms
  • Or leak sensors with a shut-off valve
  • Grows into a full system later
Typical price
AED 1,500 to AED 4,500
Time on site
Half a day
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1 to 2 bedroom

Most Beachfront apartments, lived in or let.
  • Smart lock with codes and an entry log
  • Fan coil thermostat in each room
  • Motorised curtains in the living room
  • Leak sensors and full Wi-Fi coverage
Typical price
AED 4,500 to AED 15,000
Time on site
1 to 2 days
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3 to 4 bedroom

Family apartments with more rooms and more glass.
  • Motorised curtains in every room
  • Lighting scenes on your existing circuits
  • Room-by-room climate and away mode
  • Ceiling speakers in the main rooms
Typical price
AED 15,000 to AED 45,000
Time on site
3 to 5 days
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Penthouse

Penthouses in towers such as Grand Bleu and Beach Isle.
  • KNX or Lutron lighting control
  • Shading, climate and audio on one system
  • Media room and terrace audio
  • Wired network with a small rack
Typical price
AED 45,000 to AED 150,000
Time on site
2 to 4 weeks
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Local know-how

Smart home installation in a brand-new tower.

Emaar Beachfront is an island of new towers inside Dubai Harbour, between JBR and Palm Jumeirah, with its own 1.5 km private beach. Beach Vista, Sunrise Bay, Marina Vista, Grand Bleu Tower, Palace Beach Residence, Beach Isle and South Beach are handed over, and towers such as Seapoint, Bayview and Beachgate are still being built. Almost every apartment faces the sea through tall glass.

We found no sign that Emaar fits smart home devices as standard here, so most owners get a beautiful, finished apartment with ordinary switches, a standard lock and a basic thermostat. The best time to change that is right after handover and snagging, before furniture arrives. Many units are also let, some as holiday homes, so remote access and guest codes are often part of the plan from the start.

Handed over with nothing smart

New Beachfront apartments come finished but without automation. The weeks after handover are the easiest time to add it, because ceilings are clean, walls are empty and you are not yet living around the work.

Sea views through tall glass

The towers are designed to face the Gulf, the Palm and the Marina, which means large windows taking strong sun. Motorised blinds and sheer curtains on a schedule cut the glare and heat without hiding the view.

New-build water issues

Snagging lists in new Emaar towers often include bathroom sealing, minor leaks and AC drainage. A few leak sensors under sinks and near the fan coil catch a problem early, while the developer’s defects period still applies.

Uneven cooling in new flats

AC balance is a common snag in new handovers, with one room colder than the next. Smart fan coil thermostats with room sensors show you exactly where the problem is, which helps both daily comfort and your snagging report.

Holiday homes on the beach

South Beach is marketed partly as furnished holiday homes, and many owners let their apartments. Guest codes that expire at checkout, AC schedules between stays and a log of every entry make short lets much easier to run.

Humidity by the sea

Residents report that humidity and sea air are hard on homes this close to the water. Humidity sensors and AC schedules keep closed rooms dry, and anything on a balcony needs a sealed, coastal-rated housing.

Towers we cover in Emaar Beachfront
Beach Vista
Sunrise Bay
Marina Vista
Grand Bleu Tower
Palace Beach Residence
Beach Isle
South Beach
Seapoint
Bayview
Beachgate by Address
How it works

Four steps, one team.

Towers here are run by Emaar’s community management, so contractors need building approval before work starts. We handle it for you.

  1. 01
    Free survey
    We visit the apartment, ideally around snagging, check the fan coils, windows, door and ceilings, and agree the scope. You get a fixed quote.
  2. 02
    Building approval
    We apply to your building management with our trade licence, insurance and method statement, and arrange the contractor access pass.
  3. 03
    Install
    Most one and two bedroom apartments take one to two days. We finish before your furniture and curtains arrive where we can.
  4. 04
    Handover
    We set up the app for you, and for guests if you let the apartment, with a printed guide and a named contact. Workmanship is covered for 24 months.
Services

Built for Emaar Beachfront homes.

Every service we offer, and what each one looks like in a Emaar Beachfront home.

Smart products

Devices that suit a Emaar Beachfront home.

The same hardware we install, with UAE prices. Buy it yourself, or ask us to fit and set it up.

Smart Locks & Access for Emaar Beachfront homes
Apartment smart locks with guest codes that expire at checkout, for owners and hosts.
Smart Curtains & Blinds for Emaar Beachfront homes
Motors for the tall curtains on sea-view windows, fitted before you move in.
Smart AC & Climate for Emaar Beachfront homes
Fan coil thermostats for district cooling, with schedules and room sensors.
Sensors & Safety for Emaar Beachfront homes
Leak and humidity sensors for new bathrooms, kitchens and fan coil drain trays.
Networking & Wi-Fi for Emaar Beachfront homes
Mesh and Wi-Fi 6/7 access points that reach every room and the balcony.
Smart Switches & Lighting for Emaar Beachfront homes
Smart switches that replace the standard ones in the same wall boxes.
Video Doorbells & Intercoms for Emaar Beachfront homes
Video doorbells that run on batteries, so there is no wiring at your front door.
Security Cameras for Emaar Beachfront homes
Indoor cameras with privacy modes, for owners checking in from abroad.
Hubs & Control Panels for Emaar Beachfront homes
A hub and wall panels so guests and family control the home without an app.
Audio & Voice for Emaar Beachfront homes
Smart speakers for music and voice control in each room.
Air Purifiers for Emaar Beachfront homes
Air purifiers for sealed bedrooms, especially in the first months of a new build.
Energy Monitoring & EV Charging for Emaar Beachfront homes
Energy monitors for your DEWA bill, and EV chargers for your parking space.
FAQs

Emaar Beachfront questions, answered.

42 questions Emaar Beachfront owners, tenants and landlords ask us, on cost, installation, devices and day-to-day use.

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How much does home automation cost in an Emaar Beachfront apartment?
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It costs AED 1,500 to AED 150,000, depending on the apartment. One upgrade on its own, such as a lock, runs AED 1,500 to AED 4,500. A one or two bedroom apartment is AED 4,500 to AED 15,000, three and four bedroom apartments AED 15,000 to AED 45,000, and penthouses AED 45,000 to AED 150,000.
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What does a full setup cost for a two bedroom Beachfront apartment?
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Most two bedroom apartments here come to AED 9,000 to AED 15,000 for a full setup. That usually means a smart lock, fan coil thermostats in each room, motorised curtains in the living room, leak sensors and good Wi-Fi. Motorising every window pushes it toward the top of the range.
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How much do motorised curtains cost for Beachfront sea-view windows?
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Motorising a curtain starts from about AED 800 per window with a clip-on motor on an existing track. Beachfront windows are often tall and wide, and heavy blackout fabric needs a proper track motor, which costs more. Each window is measured and priced at the survey.
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How much does a smart lock cost to fit in an Emaar Beachfront tower?
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A smart lock fitted to a Beachfront apartment door starts from AED 1,500, including the lock, fitting and app setup. That price covers checking the door and its fire rating and choosing a lock your building will accept, which a basic swap skips.
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Is it cheaper to automate the whole apartment at handover?
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Yes. Doing everything in one visit right after handover saves on labour and on the building approval, which only has to be done once. It also means no dust or disruption once you have moved in and furnished the apartment.
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Does a smart home help me rent out a Beachfront apartment?
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It makes it easier to manage. Tenants and holiday guests like keyless entry and app-controlled AC and curtains, and you can see who comes and goes. There is no reliable Beachfront figure for how much more rent it adds, so treat it as a convenience and running-cost upgrade.
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Are there monthly fees after installation?
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Not for the smart home. The apps are free. Optional costs are cloud storage for camera recordings and a support plan if you want guaranteed response times.
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Is the site survey at Emaar Beachfront free?
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Yes, the survey is free. We look at the fan coils, windows, door, ceilings and Wi-Fi, and then send you a fixed quote. You are under no obligation.
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How much does a Beachfront penthouse system cost?
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Penthouse systems run from AED 45,000 to AED 150,000. They usually include full lighting control, integrated shading, room-by-room climate, audio indoors and on the terrace, and a media room, all run from one app and wall panels.
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What is the cheapest way to start in a new Beachfront apartment?
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Start with a smart lock or a set of leak sensors with a shut-off valve, from AED 1,500 fitted. Both matter most in the first months of a new apartment, and everything else can be added later on the same app.
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Who installs home automation in Emaar Beachfront?
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Dubai Smart Home installs home automation across Emaar Beachfront and Dubai Harbour, from single smart locks to full penthouse systems. We survey for free, handle building approval, install and program everything, and support it afterwards, in every handed-over tower from Beach Vista to Grand Bleu Tower.
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Should I install smart devices before or after snagging?
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After snagging, but before you move in. Let the developer fix the snags first, so there is no argument about who damaged what. Then install while the apartment is still empty, which is quicker and cleaner than working around furniture.
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How long do handover and snagging take before we can start?
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Handover with snagging usually takes one to two weeks for minor fixes, and up to four to six weeks when there are larger repairs and utility connections. We can survey during that time, so the install is ready to start as soon as the snags are closed.
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Does smart home work affect my developer defects cover?
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Emaar typically gives new homes a defects period of around 12 months for building faults. Our work does not replace it, and we avoid touching anything the developer is still fixing. Our own workmanship is covered separately for 24 months.
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Do I need building approval to install smart devices at Emaar Beachfront?
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Yes, for anything beyond plug-in devices. Towers here are run under Emaar’s community management, and building management approves contractors and works before they start. We send the application with our licence, insurance and method statement.
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How long does installation take in a Beachfront apartment?
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Half a day for a single upgrade, one to two days for a one or two bedroom apartment, three to five days for larger apartments and two to four weeks for a penthouse. Building approval comes first and usually takes a few working days.
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Can you install while I am still abroad?
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Yes. Many Beachfront buyers are overseas at handover. With your written permission and access through your agent or building management, we apply for approval, install and send you photos, then run through the app with you on a video call.
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Do you need to rewire a new Beachfront apartment?
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No. New apartments have modern wiring, so smart switches, thermostats and curtain motors fit the existing points. Only full lighting control in a penthouse may need extra cabling, which is easiest while the apartment is empty.
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Can I fit smart switches myself?
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Plug-in devices, yes. Smart switches and thermostats are wired at 230V, and in a new tower a wiring fault can also affect your defects claim, so they should be fitted by a qualified installer with building approval.
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Can you work in the towers that are still being built?
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Yes, once your tower is handed over. If you have bought in Seapoint, Bayview, Beachgate or another tower still under construction, we can plan the system now and install as soon as you get your keys.
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Which thermostat works in an Emaar Beachfront apartment?
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Beachfront apartments are cooled by chilled water through fan coil units, so you need a fan coil thermostat that controls the fan speed and the valve. Thermostats made for split AC or American systems will not work. We check your unit at the survey.
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Can a smart thermostat help with uneven cooling in a new apartment?
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It helps you see it and live with it. Room sensors show which rooms run warm, which is useful evidence for your snagging report. If the cause is the duct or valve balance, that is a building fix for the developer, not something a thermostat solves.
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Will motorised curtains handle full-height glass in towers like Beach Vista?
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Yes, with the right motor. Long, heavy curtains on tall windows need a track motor sized for the weight and width, rather than a small clip-on unit. We measure each window and match the motor to the fabric.
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Does Emaar fit any smart devices in Beachfront apartments?
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Some marketing mentions smart features, but we found no standard smart home package across the towers. Most apartments we see have ordinary switches, a standard lock and a basic thermostat. At the survey we check what yours already has and build on it.
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Is a leak sensor worth it in a new Beachfront apartment?
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Yes. Bathroom sealing, minor plumbing leaks and AC drainage are common new-build snags. A few sensors under the sinks and near the fan coil alert your phone straight away, and a smart valve can turn the water off.
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Why is Wi-Fi weak in parts of my Beachfront apartment?
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Concrete walls, glass and the networks of neighbouring towers all cut the signal. A single router rarely covers a large apartment and its balcony. One or two ceiling access points wired back to the router solve it.
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Do Alexa, Google and Apple Home work at Emaar Beachfront?
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Yes. All three work in the UAE, and we set up the one you already use. Holiday home owners often choose Alexa so guests can use simple voice commands without installing anything.
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Can a smart lock work with my tower’s lobby intercom?
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The lock on your own door always works on its own. Linking to the lobby intercom depends on the system in your tower, which varies between buildings, so we check it at the survey and tell you what is possible.
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Should I buy Matter devices?
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Where you can, yes. Matter devices work across Apple Home, Google Home and Alexa, which helps when a tenant or buyer prefers a different app. Check fan coil thermostats model by model, as support varies.
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What devices suit a balcony so close to the sea?
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Only sealed, coastal-rated devices, and as few as possible. Balcony speakers, sensors and lights need weather-sealed housings and stainless fixings. Keep hubs, recorders and anything with a fan indoors.
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Does the system work if the internet goes down?
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Inside the apartment, yes. The lock, thermostats, scenes and sensors run on the local network. You lose remote control from your phone until the connection returns.
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Can I run my Emaar Beachfront apartment as a holiday home?
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Yes, with a holiday home licence from Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism and your building’s permission. Towers such as South Beach already operate furnished holiday homes. Guest codes, AC schedules between stays and leak alerts make hosting far easier.
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Which smart lock suits a Beachfront holiday home?
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One that creates a code for each booking and cancels it at checkout, keeps an entry log and works with your booking calendar. Operators report that DET expects a SIRA-approved lock for licensed holiday homes, so confirm the current rule when you apply and we can fit a SIRA-listed model.
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Can I manage my Beachfront apartment from abroad?
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Yes. You can see who opened the door, change the AC, close the curtains before guests arrive and get alerts from leak and door sensors. Cleaners and maintenance staff can have their own codes for set hours.
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How do I stop humidity and mould near the sea?
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Keep the AC running on a higher away setting instead of switching it off, and add humidity sensors in closed rooms and wardrobes. A smart plug can run a dehumidifier when levels rise. Residents here say humidity is one of the main upkeep issues.
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Can I fit a smart lock in a rented Beachfront apartment?
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Only with the landlord’s agreement, because the door and lock are theirs and the door is fire-rated. Most landlords are fine with it when the original lock is kept and refitted at the end of the lease.
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Can I take my devices with me if I move out?
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Yes, anything not wired in: plugs, sensors, battery curtain motors, speakers and a smart lock once the original is back on. Wired thermostats and ceiling access points usually stay with the apartment.
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Are cameras allowed inside my Beachfront apartment?
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Yes, inside your own home for personal use, with no SIRA approval needed. They must not record corridors, lifts or neighbours. If you let the apartment, note that Airbnb bans indoor cameras in listings, so rely on door sensors and the lock log instead.
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Who fixes the AC in a Beachfront apartment, landlord or tenant?
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Under Dubai tenancy law the landlord handles maintenance unless the contract says otherwise. In practice many contracts give routine filter cleaning to the tenant and major repairs to the landlord. A smart thermostat you add is yours to look after.
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Is Emaar Beachfront a safe place for a smart home?
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Yes. It is a gated island with 24-hour security, and residents describe it as quiet and safe. A smart home adds what building security cannot see: what happens inside your own apartment while you are away.
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What support do I get after installation?
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You get the app set up for you and any guest or cleaner accounts, a printed guide and a named contact. Workmanship is covered for 24 months, and support plans with guaranteed response times are available.
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Do you also cover Dubai Marina, JBR and Palm Jumeirah?
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Yes. We install across Emaar Beachfront, Dubai Harbour and the neighbouring areas, including Dubai Marina, JBR, Bluewaters and Palm Jumeirah, and across the rest of Dubai.
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