Jack of All Trades: Calling a Specialist to Your Home in Turkey

For property owners in Turkey, as in any other country, there is a periodic need for specialists of various profiles. Calling plumbers, locksmiths, electricians, computer technicians, and other craftsmen to address various issues is not a major challenge. However, it is essential to consider certain peculiarities and the local mentality to avoid difficulties or unpleasant surprises.

Word of Mouth

The most convenient and reliable method of finding a specialist remains "word of mouth." This is how Turks themselves find craftsmen, and it's what they advise foreigners to do as well. If you need to find a specialist, it's often enough to simply ask your neighbors or even vendors trading near your home. They will not refuse such requests, and if they have contacts, they are usually willing to share them. By the way, if you purchased real estate in Turkey with the assistance of our company, you can also reach out to our after-sales service department. We will certainly help you find reliable specialists.

You can also search for specialists of various profiles through social media groups. Typically, expatriates are members of various communities and recommend craftsmen to each other.

Be Prepared for a Visit

Once you have the necessary contact, it's best to call when you are at home and can receive the specialist. Often, the craftsman will only answer when he is not busy with other work and can come right away.

Be Prepared to Wait

If you plan to arrange for a specific day, be prepared for the specialist not to provide a specific time. The answer will most likely be approximate, such as in the morning or in the evening. You will need to be at home throughout the morning or evening to wait for the craftsman. However, even such an approximate answer is no guarantee that the craftsman will arrive. Therefore, if the visit is scheduled, it's a good idea to call on that day and confirm whether the specialist's circumstances have changed. This is not uncommon. Moreover, in Turkey, it's not customary to get upset or frustrated over such matters. It's important not to worry and maintain composure in any situation, as the people in the country approach each other with understanding and patience, believing that everything that happens is for the best.

Payment

Payment is usually agreed upon in advance. However, the agreed-upon sum is rarely the final one. Additional work that you did not consider or additional materials might be required. Therefore, you should be prepared for the final amount to be higher than originally planned. 

Religious Holidays 

You should also be prepared for specialists to refuse service during religious holidays, such as Ramadan Bayram or Kurban Bayram. Not working on these days is a national tradition that is strictly observed. Therefore, if your matter does not require a delay, it's better to look for non-Muslim specialists during the holidays.

Friendliness

In Turkey, there are very hospitable and friendly people, which is known to all. Even if a worker is hired, it is customary to offer them a cup of tea, share some dessert, and engage in conversation on various topics. This is not a mandatory rule, but if you follow this tradition, the specialist is more likely to arrive without delays or rescheduling the next time.

We will be happy to assist you with real estate purchases in Turkey. Contact RestProperty, an international company, and we will greet you with Turkish hospitality!