Guides
Bringing an Apartment's Electrics Up to Standard in Morocco: What, How, How Much
Warning signs of unsafe wiring, what an electrician replaces (panel, earthing, 30 mA RCD), indicative prices in MAD and the steps of the job in Morocco.
Welder and Ironworker in Casablanca: Prices, Neighbourhoods and Advice
Gates, railings, grilles, pergolas: prices in MAD, neighbourhoods, sea air and rust, and how to find a good welder (soudeur, ferronnier) in Casablanca.
Repairs and Works in a Moroccan Rental: Who Pays for What?
Leaks, water heater, locks, paint: what Moroccan law (the DOC and law 67-12) says about repairs in a rental, and how to get reimbursed without a dispute.
The breaker keeps tripping: causes, what you can check yourself, and when to call an electrician
Overload, short circuit, earth leakage or an undersized subscription: why your breaker trips, what you can safely test, and when to call an electrician.
Mason in Casablanca: prices, districts, common jobs and how to pick the right artisan
Hiring a mason (maçon) in Casablanca: day rates in MAD, typical jobs by district, permits, sea air and damp, and how to avoid the classic mistakes.
Works in an apartment building: the role of the syndic and co-owners in Morocco
Who decides, who pays and how works get voted in a Moroccan apartment building: common parts, the syndic, law 18-00 majorities, quotes and follow-up.
Hiring a tiler in Casablanca: prices, typical jobs by neighbourhood and tips
Laying prices per m², zellige, large-format tiles, seaside terraces: what to know before hiring a tiler (carreleur) in Casablanca, Morocco.
Sewer smell in the bathroom: how to find the cause and fix it
Dry trap, floor drain, toilet seal, missing vent: how to find where a sewer smell comes from and when to call a plumber (plombier) in Morocco.
Preparing your home in Morocco for winter and rain: the full checklist
Flat roof, downpipes, cracks, windows, wiring, gas heaters: the checklist to go through before the rainy season in Morocco, and who to call.
Rooftop water tanks in Morocco: installation, cleaning and upkeep
Rooftop water tanks in Morocco: which tank to buy, indicative prices, installation by a plumber, and step-by-step cleaning and disinfection.
Hiring a painter in Casablanca: prices, damp walls and how to choose
What a house painter costs per m² in Casablanca, damp walls near the sea, façade rules, and what to ask before you accept a quote.
Keeping your home cool in a Moroccan summer: insulation, shading, air con
Roof insulation, shutters and blinds, ventilation, air con: the work that actually keeps a home in Morocco cool, with indicative prices in MAD.
Carpenter in Casablanca: prices, typical problems and how to choose well
Wood or aluminium, windows, kitchens, wardrobes: what a carpenter (menuisier) costs in Casablanca, humidity pitfalls and how to choose a good one.
Low water pressure at home in Morocco: find the cause and the right fix
Weak shower, slow taps? Find the cause (network, booster pump, limescale, leak) and the right fix before calling a plumber (plombier) in Morocco.
Getting your home ready for Ramadan or Eid in Morocco: small jobs to plan
Painting, kitchen gas, plumbing, wiring, a terrace for Eid al-Adha: small jobs to plan before Ramadan or Eid in Morocco, and when to book a craftsman.
Air conditioning in Casablanca: prices, installation, servicing and mistakes to avoid
Humidity, salty air, building façades: what a split AC costs in Casablanca, installation and servicing prices, and how to find a reliable installer.
Blocked toilet: simple fixes, mistakes to avoid and when to call a plumber
Plunger, hot water, drain snake: simple fixes for a blocked toilet in Morocco, mistakes to avoid and the signs it's time to call a plumber (plombier).
Renovating a riad in Morocco: constraints, craftsmen, materials and budget
Damp, roof terraces, lime, medina access and permits: what to know before renovating a riad in Morocco, and how to choose the right craftsmen.
Electrician in Casablanca: prices, typical faults by neighbourhood and tips
Tripping breakers, old wiring, summer air-con, SRM meters: what an electrician costs in Casablanca and how to find a reliable one near you.
High water bill: how to find a hidden leak in your Moroccan home
Water bill jumped for no reason? Test your meter, toilet cistern, roof tank and water heater yourself, and know when to call a plumber in Morocco.
Renovating an apartment in Morocco: the budget item by item
Painting, tiling, kitchen, bathroom, wiring: indicative MAD prices, the right order of works and the contingency to plan when renovating in Morocco.
Gas, electric or solar water heater in Morocco: which to choose and what it costs
Gas, electric, solar or heat-pump water heaters in Morocco: indicative MAD prices, sizing by household, safety rules and running costs compared.
Air conditioning installation in Morocco: a practical guide
Installing AC in Morocco: what a split unit and installation cost in MAD, how to size it, servicing, and how to find a reliable installer in your city.
Finding a plumber in Casablanca: prices, typical problems by area and tips
Leaks, low water pressure, building risers, water heaters: what a plumber (plombier) costs in Casablanca and how to find a reliable one near you.
How to find a tiler in Morocco: tiles, zellige and marble
How to hire a tiler in Morocco for floor tiles, zellige or marble: Darija words, prices per m² in MAD, and the checks that make tiling last.
Finding a qualified electrician in Morocco
How to find a safe, competent electrician in Morocco: key French and Darija words, typical costs in MAD, common faults and safety checks for your home.
Finding a mason in Morocco
How to find a mason in Morocco for walls, repairs and renovation: Darija terms, day rates in MAD, permits, and what to agree before the work starts.
How to find a carpenter or aluminium joiner in Morocco
Wood and aluminium joinery in Morocco: doors, windows, kitchens and cedar work. Darija terms, indicative prices in MAD and what to check in a quote.
How to hire a house painter in Morocco
Hiring a painter in Morocco: prices per m² in MAD by city, tadelakt and facades, the French and Darija words to use, and how to compare quotes.
How to find a reliable plumber in Morocco
Find a plumber in Morocco: what to say in French and Darija, typical prices in MAD, common riad and apartment problems, and how to avoid overpaying.
How to find a welder or ironworker in Morocco
Gates, window grilles, railings and wrought iron in Morocco: who to call, Darija terms, indicative prices in MAD and tips against rust near the sea.
How to read and compare a building quote (devis) in Morocco
What a proper building quote (devis) should include in Morocco, VAT and ICE, deposits, red flags and a simple method to compare tradespeople.
How to avoid tradesman scams and bad quotes in Morocco
How to avoid being overcharged by a tradesman in Morocco: getting a clear quote, safe payments, warning signs, and simple checks for expats and owners.
How much do home repairs and renovations cost in Morocco?
Indicative 2026 prices in MAD for plumbers, electricians, painters, tilers, masons, joiners and AC in Morocco, plus what makes a quote go up or down.
Bathroom renovation in Morocco: steps, costs and tips
Renovating a bathroom in Morocco: steps, which trades to hire, indicative costs in MAD, tadelakt and zellige options, and how to avoid leaks.
Water leak or power cut in Morocco: what to do right away
What to do right away for a water leak or power cut in a Moroccan home or riad, emergency numbers, words to use, and how to find an urgent repair.