Are there any hidden or extra charges (GST, transport, site supervision, etc.)?

Excellent 👍 — this is one of the most important questions to ask any interior designer or firm in Delhi NCR, because “hidden charges” are where budgets usually spiral out of control.

Here’s what you should know:

✅ Common Hidden / Extra Charges in Interiors (Delhi NCR)

1. GST (Goods & Services Tax)
   • Standard 18% GST applies on design + execution contracts.
   • Some designers quote excluding GST, then add later. Always check if prices are with or without GST.
2. Transport & Delivery
   • Cost of moving materials (plywood, laminates, furniture, tiles) to your site.
   • In Delhi NCR, transport can add ₹10,000–₹30,000+ depending on distance & number of trips.
3. Site Supervision Charges
   • Some firms charge extra per visit if the designer/project manager comes frequently (₹1,000–₹3,000 per visit).
   • Turnkey firms usually include this in their fee.
4. Labour Overtime / Site Delays
   • If project delays due to client indecision, they may add labour holding costs.
   • Example: ₹500–₹1,000 per labour per day after agreed schedule.
5. Material Wastage / Handling
   • Extra charges if heavy materials (marble, tiles, glass) need special lifting or extra labour.
6. Electrical & Plumbing
   • Many designers only include woodwork + furniture in base quote.
   • Electrical rewiring, lighting fixtures, switchboards, or plumbing often come extra.
7. Appliances & Loose Furniture
   • Items like AC, fridge, oven, sofa, dining table, curtains, décor — usually excluded unless clearly mentioned.
8. Change Requests
   • Last-minute design/material changes often come with a variation cost (extra labour, wasted material).
9. Cleaning & Waste Disposal
   • Final deep cleaning, rubble removal sometimes charged separately.

⚠️ How to Avoid Nasty Surprises

• Ask for a detailed BOQ (Bill of Quantities) with item-wise costs.
• Confirm: “Is GST included?”
• Confirm: “Does this include delivery, installation, and site supervision?”
• Get a written clause: Any extra work will be quoted in writing and approved before execution.
• Keep 5–10% contingency buffer for unexpected costs.

💡 Pro Tip

When comparing designers:

• One may quote ₹9 lakh + GST + transport, while another says ₹10.5 lakh inclusive.
• Always compare on a “with GST + delivery + supervision” basis, not raw numbers.

👉 Would you like me to create a Hidden Charges Checklist (GST, transport, supervision, change requests, exclusions) that you can attach to your interior design contract, so nothing sneaks in later?