Getting your home ready for Ramadan or Eid in Morocco: small jobs to plan
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Updated 2026-10-23
In Morocco, many families use the weeks before Ramadan or Eid to freshen up the home: a new coat of paint in the living room, a kitchen that has to cope with a month of ftour, guests to host, and for Eid al-Adha, a terrace or garage to prepare. If you are in the diaspora and coming home for the holidays, or you own a property you rent out, the same rule applies: everyone has the same idea at the same time, and craftsmen get fully booked. This guide helps you make the list, put safety first and book in time.
When to start: the calendar
Dates depend on the moon sighting and are announced officially by the Ministry of Habous. Based on astronomical forecasts, Ramadan 2027 is expected to start in early February 2027 and Eid al-Adha to fall around mid-May 2027, subject to confirmation.
The rule of thumb: contact craftsmen three to four weeks ahead. During Ramadan many work shorter hours, and the week before Eid is often fully booked. From abroad, a relative can let the craftsman in and check the result while you follow on WhatsApp.
Priority one: kitchen safety
During Ramadan the kitchen works hard, often at the same time as the water heater. Check gas and electrics before any cosmetic work.
- Check the date printed on the gas hose and replace it if expired, cracked or stiff
- Inspect the regulator and do a soapy-water test on the joints (bubbles mean a leak)
- Gas water heater: it must be in a ventilated space, never in a closed bathroom. Have it serviced if the flame is yellow or it keeps cutting out
- Avoid chains of power strips for the oven, microwave and kettle; an electrician (électricien, تريسيان) can add a dedicated socket
- Clean or repair the extractor hood and ventilation to limit grease and damp
Plumbing: fix small leaks first
With more guests and dishes, a small leak quickly becomes a real problem.
- Dripping kitchen tap, leaking sink trap, toilet that runs non-stop
- Blackened or peeling shower and bath seals
- Low pressure: clean the aerators with vinegar before calling a plumber (plombier)
- Guest toilet: check the flush mechanism and isolation valve
Painting and freshening up the living room
Repainting the living room and entrance is the classic pre-holiday job. A Moroccan construction portal recorded in 2026 painter labour at about 30 to 60 MAD per m² for two coats, paint not included. Prices vary by city, wall condition and the paint chosen.
Allow enough time: if walls show damp or cracks, they must be treated and dried first. Paint applied on a damp wall blisters within weeks.
- Schedule painting at least a week before guests arrive, so the home can air out
- Remember kitchen ceilings, often yellowed by steam
- Ask for a quote (devis) stating the number of coats, paint brand and wall preparation
Eid al-Adha: terrace, garage and drainage
For Eid al-Adha, many families keep the sheep for a few days on the terrace, in the garage or the courtyard. A few simple jobs make this cleaner.
- Make sure the terrace or courtyard drain is not blocked before the big wash
- An outdoor tap nearby makes cleaning easier; a plumber can fit one
- Good lighting and a weatherproof socket on the terrace: ask an electrician
- Cracked terrace tiles or worn waterproofing: repair them first, as washing water can leak into the flat below
- In apartment buildings, follow the rules: some co-ownerships regulate the use of shared terraces
Eid in May: think about air conditioning now
If Eid al-Adha falls in May, the first heat arrives. It is a good time to have filters cleaned and the AC (clim) checked before summer, when technicians become harder to reach.
Book a craftsman in time with AloAji
On aloaji.ma, search for the trade you need (painter, plumber, electrician, tiler, air conditioning) in your city, then call or message directly on WhatsApp. It is free, with no middleman. You can contact two or three craftsmen on the same day to compare prices and availability.
Some profiles are marked Non vérifié (not verified): these are businesses found through their own website and not yet checked by AloAji. Read the reviews and get the price and date in writing before work starts.
FAQ
How far ahead should I book a craftsman before Ramadan?
Ideally three to four weeks ahead. Just before Ramadan and in the week of Eid, many craftsmen are fully booked.
Do craftsmen work during Ramadan?
Yes, but often with shorter or shifted hours. Agree on working hours before the job starts.
How much does it cost to paint a living room?
As a guide, labour was about 30 to 60 MAD per m² for two coats in 2026, paint not included. The total depends on area, wall condition and city.
What safety check should come first?
Gas: an in-date hose, a sound regulator, and a gas water heater in a ventilated space. A gas leak or a poorly ventilated heater is dangerous.
Can I organise the work from abroad?
Yes. Contact craftsmen by WhatsApp, ask for photos and a written quote, and have a relative or neighbour open the door and check the finished job.