A quick guide to identify an ideal PG in Delhi
Moving to a new city is never easy. Most people step out of their native place to seek better career opportunities in the alien city. It is indeed a daunting task to move out of your comfort zone and live an independent life in the new city. But moving to a place like Noida to seek job and a good accommodation is tough. For once, you can land yourself a good job but seeking an ideal PG, seems like a difficult task. Delhi is one of the most fastest growing place where more and more people are seeking jobs and accommodation — So mate, the competition is really tough.
Your first challenge in a this new place will be to find a safe decent place to stay. Whether it is PG accommodation or a house on rent, you will find plenty of options. But the key objective is to find a place that is safe and offers you everything you need at a reasonable price and nothing over the top.
If you are considering staying in a PG (Paying Guest), here’s a list of things you would want to look for to identify an ideal PG.
Location is the foremost thing to consider while looking for a PG. Do the math and calculate the distance b/w your office and the PG. Obviously you don’t want to spend hours inching your way through traffic. It will be easier for you to seek a PG in a nearby locality — to save your time and money.
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Is it viable for you? Check whether the surroundings have grocery stores, pharmacy, hospitals and restaurants, banks in the near vicinity. Any accommodation will be viable for the inhabitant only if it is located near a market area, where one could easily find the household things that they want.
Do a background check on your PG owner. We know it seems unusual but definitely it is worth doing because now onwards you will be staying in a new accommodation and what if your landlord turns out to be a psychopath. (HAHAHAH! :P Just kidding! But do a background check just to ensure yourself a safer stay.) You should know what you are getting into!
Money Matters — Now that you have to manage everything on your own and money management is going to be a big part of your independent life — So, make sure that your PG accommodation is in your budget and that you don’t run out of money too. You can also talk to the house owner about the exit options and whether the deposit is refundable or not.
Check for the basics — Go through the accommodation properly and make sure whatever your PG Owner has promised you, is actually there. Also, look for any types of water leaks or construction issues — Why? Because the basic idea is to monitor everything beforehand and make sure the accommodation is homelike, warm and livable.
Is it safe or not? No one wants to live in a secluded locality which has safety issues. If you ever get a bad feeling about your PG, then trust your gut — trust your instincts and if you are not comfortable with the people or the surrounding, decide quickly and move out. Nothing is more important than your safety and the security of your personal belongings.
Hope you find these tips reliable enough to seek an idea PG accommodation. Also, if you are looking for a PG in Delhi, then feel free to call us at +91 8882 356 356.
