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// PAA-driven supplemental FAQs for the Hyderabad city hub.
// Merged with DB-backed `city.faqs` from the API. Sourced from Google PAA
// (People Also Ask) hits captured 2026-05-24 for "interior designers in
// hyderabad" — questions Google has already surfaced AI Overview answers for
// but where no Hyderabad-specific publisher owns the citation slot.
//
// Each answer is ~50–80 words, declarative, self-contained — the citation
// window AI Overviews / Perplexity / ChatGPT search extract from.
export interface FaqItem {
	question: string;
	answer: string;
}
 
export const HYDERABAD_SUPPLEMENTAL_FAQS: FaqItem[] = [
	{
		question: "How much does interior design cost in Hyderabad?",
		answer:
			"Interior design in Hyderabad ranges from ₹2 lakh for a 1BHK package to ₹20 lakh for a 4BHK premium home. A 2BHK turnkey package typically costs ₹4–₹8 lakh and includes modular kitchen, wardrobes, false ceiling, and lighting. Per-square-foot rates range ₹1,500–₹3,500 for full turnkey work including civil. Vastu-compliant design adds 5–10%.",
	},
	{
		question: "Do interior designers in Hyderabad charge a consultation fee?",
		answer:
			"Most Hyderabad interior designers offer the first consultation free, especially for whole-home projects above ₹4 lakh. For partial-scope work (single room, kitchen-only) or paid design-only services without execution, expect ₹2,000–₹10,000 per session. All quotes on Interioring are free, with no obligation to hire.",
	},
	{
		question: "How long does a 2BHK or 3BHK interior take in Hyderabad?",
		answer:
			"A 2BHK interior in Hyderabad typically completes in 6–10 weeks (Essentials tier) to 10–14 weeks (Premium tier). A 3BHK runs 8–12 weeks for Essentials and 12–20 weeks for Premium. Kitchen-only modular projects take 2–4 weeks. Civil work (tiles, painting, plumbing) adds 4–8 weeks if bundled in.",
	},
	{
		question: "Is there a warranty on interior work in Hyderabad?",
		answer:
			"Most established Hyderabad interior firms offer 5–10 year warranties on modular work — Livspace, DesignCafe, and DLife each advertise 10-year warranties. Workmanship warranty (carpentry, electrical, plumbing) is typically 1–2 years. Always confirm written warranty terms in the contract before signing. Independent designers may offer shorter or service-only coverage.",
	},
	{
		question: "What's the difference between a modular kitchen and a carpenter kitchen?",
		answer:
			"Modular kitchens use factory-made cabinets (BWR or marine ply, laminate or acrylic finishes) with standardised hardware (Hettich, Hafele, Blum) — installed in 4–7 days with consistent finish quality. Carpenter kitchens are built on-site from raw materials over 4–6 weeks, allow custom dimensions, and cost 20–30% less but quality varies with the carpenter's skill. Hyderabad mid-range homes mostly choose modular for the finish and warranty.",
	},
	{
		question: "Can I hire an interior designer for just one room?",
		answer:
			"Yes. Most Hyderabad designers accept single-room projects — modular kitchen alone (₹1.5–₹6 lakh), master bedroom (₹1–₹3 lakh), or living room TV-wall + storage (₹50,000–₹2 lakh). Single-room projects skip the full-home design retainer and are billed on scope. Use Interioring filters to find pros open to small-scope work.",
	},
	{
		question: "Are interior design rates higher in Banjara Hills or Gachibowli?",
		answer:
			"Yes — Central zone (Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills) and West IT corridor (Gachibowli, HITEC City, Madhapur) typically run 15–25% above the city median due to premium apartment stock, larger flat sizes, higher labour and logistics costs, and homeowner finish expectations. Old City and East zones (Uppal, LB Nagar) are 10–20% below median for equivalent scope.",
	},
	{
		question: "How do I find an interior designer near me in Hyderabad?",
		answer:
			"Browse Interioring's locality pages — West (Gachibowli, Kondapur, Madhapur, HITEC City), Central (Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills), East (Uppal, Tarnaka), South (Mehdipatnam, Attapur), North (Secunderabad), or Old City — to find verified pros serving your specific neighborhood. Each listing shows portfolio, project count, and service area; contact directly via WhatsApp or inquiry form.",
	},
];