Most interior disputes come from a vague quotation, not from bad taste. Here is how to pick a designer and a contract that protects you.
Ten questions to ask before you pay anything
Ask every shortlisted firm:
- —Can I see three completed projects within 50 km, in person?
- —Is the quotation itemised per unit, or a lump sum?
- —Which plywood grade and which hardware brand, in writing?
- —Who handles electrical, plumbing and civil work?
- —What is the payment schedule tied to?
- —What is the written warranty, and on what exactly?
- —Who is my single point of contact on site?
- —What happens to the price if I change something midway?
- —What is the penalty for delayed handover?
- —Do you provide 3D visuals before execution?
A healthy payment schedule
10% on design, 40% on material procurement, 40% on installation progress, 10% on handover. Be cautious with anyone asking for 70% upfront.
Red flags
No physical workshop or showroom, no written material specification, refusal to give references, and quotes far below every other bid — that gap is always paid for later in material grade.
Why local matters in Upper Assam
A designer based in Duliajan or Dibrugarh can be on site the next morning for a snag. Warranty is only as good as the distance between you and the workshop.
Frequently Asked
What does an interior designer charge in Assam?+
Turnkey firms typically build the design fee into the execution cost. Design-only consultancy runs ₹15 – ₹60 per sq ft of built area.
Do you offer a free consultation?+
Yes — free site visit, measurement and itemised quotation anywhere within 200 km of Duliajan.
Want an exact figure for your home?
Free site visit and itemised quotation across Upper Assam.