11 Local Services You Didn’t Know You Needed

Explore the multitude of essential local services in Lebanon that often go unnoticed. Uncover hidden gems you never knew you needed as we guide you through a range of practical local services.

1. Dormati

Dormati is making dorm hunting easier for university students in Lebanon who are looking to rent out a space in Beirut right next to their campus. The website also has enhanced filters that allows students to browse through options based on their budget, closeness to campus, number of roommates, and more.

2. omgyno

This local service offers educational support, self-care services, and professional help on matters related to sexual and reproductive health. Omgyno launched a project that makes testing for vaginitis and other STIs more accessible with their anonymous home-testing kits.

3. Naaam

Naaam is a dynamic marketplace that connects homeowners with a broad swath of small and medium-sized local service providers. Whether you need someone to fix your leaking refrigerator, or your new living room needs some handiwork, Naaam will connect you to all the local services at their disposal.

4. FurrBud

Looking to adopt a new pet? Or looking to report a missing one? FurrBud is a new app that helps stray and abandoned animals find their forever home and reunites lost pets with their families. Scroll through their many listings, find your match, and reach out to the local rescue organization that put up the listing.

5. Events & More

Covering all your events from A to Z, Events & More plans and organizes everything from birthday parties to weddings. They offer a variety of services to make your event extra special, like laser shows, media coverage, and car rentals.

6. WYNK

WYNK is a free app created to bridge the gap between you and your loved ones, whether it be in Lebanon or overseas. The app functions like a calendar, which you can align with your friends abroad so that it’s easier for you to make plans with them when they’re visiting Lebanon.

7. Skoun

Skoun Addiction Center is not only committed to assisting people struggling with addictions, but it also offers free testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections like HIV, Hepatitis B, and C. You make an appointment anonymously and get tested for free at their center.

8. Planit

An all-in-one app that will help you find your next adventure. Planit contains an endless list of hidden gems, events, activities, and more for you to browse through. And if you’re an entrepreneur, you can have your business or upcoming event featured on the app.

9. Ajjerni

Gaming consoles, camping supplies, audio visual equipment, party supplies, books, houseware, drones – anything you need, they have available for rent. Ajjerni is a budget-friendly platform that not only allows people to rent items they need, but also enlist things they might want to rent out to people.

10. Once Never Twice

Got a big event but don’t want to splurge on a dress you’ll probably never wear again? Once Never Twice lets you rent out some of the most beautiful and elegant dresses for special occasions, whether you’re a guest at your best friend’s wedding or the bride herself.

11. Home Organizer

Do you ever come across those satisfying home organizing videos on TikTok? Well, there’s a service just like that in Lebanon. They help with organizing, decluttering, and tidying up messy spaces so that you can enjoy the comfort of a clutter-free home.