Trying to find the best apartment for yourself in Hyderabad can be a roller coaster ride. Between searching through endless listings, talking to brokers and landlords, visiting properties and budgeting for rent, you have a lot to handle. And even if you’re a first-timer when it comes to searching for flats for rent in Gachibowli, you’re sure you’ve got the basics of the search down. You’ve fixed your budget, shortlisted some locations, and checked out the commute. But whether you’re a newbie or a pro, there are some things that tend to get overlooked when you’re searching for a flat. And that’s why we’re here to help. Today we bring you a list of the five most important, and yet often forgotten, elements to consider when you’re searching for an apartment. 

If you’re moving into a furnished flat, your home will probably come with a bunch of appliances including an air conditioner, geyser, a front loader washing machine, fridge etc. It’s really important for you to check that these are working properly before you move in as this will impact the comfort level of your life in the flat. If your place has had previous tenants, you could even talk to them and ask them about the functioning of these appliances, any routine problems and how your landlord handles the maintenance. Remember that if an ex-occupant warns you that the landlord never repaired the malfunctioning a.c. for them, chances are that they won’t do the same for you either.

A new coat of paint can cover all manner of sins, but if you want to know the truth about the flat that you plan to move into, look inside the cupboards and cabinets. This will give you an idea about the kind of storage space you’ll have in the flat, but it’ll also point out any hygiene issues or infestations in the building. Look at the corners for any bugs, ants, termites that prefer hidden or dark spaces. If you do find any problems, inquire about the pest control facilities in the building.

This is one of the most obvious but most overlooked elements of moving into a new flat. Talk to your neighbours a little bit before you move in. This will give you the best idea of what you can expect from your building and the local community. If there are any problems like water shortage or frequent power cuts in the area, they will be able to provide you with the true picture. Also, neighbours can be a great source of hidden gems in the area, so look out for their recommendations of restaurants and hangout spots.

Nowadays we live our lives on our smartphones. So, it’s super important to know about the network coverage in your prospective building. When you’re visiting flats for rent in Kondapur, make sure you check your cell reception in each of them. You don’t want to spend a whole year missing calls and having slow streaming speeds because your building is in a poor network region. This can also be an opportunity for you to figure which areas of the flat have the best reception and if you should switch your mobile operator for better service.

Of course, you’re going to be looking around to see the view from your apartment, the storage space and the layout. But at the same time, keep an eye out for the finer details too. Make a note of the number and location of electrical sockets, the water pressure in the bathroom, the light switches as well as the speed of the fans. If you notice any damage at the time of the site visit, make sure you bring it up to your landlord before you move in so that they can make repairs accordingly.

These are just some of the things that most people tend to forget about when searching for a flat in Hyderabad. But they can make a world of difference. So, go ahead and use your newfound knowledge to make the best apartment hunting decisions. Good luck!

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