Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request a quote online — we'll respond in under 10 minutes during business hours. To add a new socket where there wasn't one, there are two approaches. The first is chasing. This involves cutting a channel into the wall from the nearest existing socket to the new point, running the cable inside, and then patching the channel with plaster. It's the cleanest visually but involves minor construction work and repainting the wall. Timeframe: 4-6 hours plus wall repair. Changing a standard switch to a dimmer switch requires first checking if the light fitting is compatible. Standard LED bulbs are often not dimmable; only LEDs explicitly labelled 'dimmable' work well with a dimmer. Old halogen bulbs are easily dimmable but are rarely used now due to their energy consumption.

Night service (8 PM to 8 AM) and public holidays incur a statutory surcharge on the normal hourly rate. We will inform you of this before confirming the service. If there's a burning smell or smoke, turn off the main breaker and open windows. If a circuit breaker keeps tripping, do not try to reset it more than 3 times. Most importantly: if you smell burning plastic or see smoke near a socket or the fuse box, immediately turn off the main breaker at the fuse box and call for emergency services. A burning smell in electrical systems almost always means a wire or component is overheating to the point of melting its insulation, which can lead to fire. Turning off the main breaker cuts the power and buys time for the technician to arrive without further damage.

For a complete home with smart lighting programmed by scenes, integration with Google Home or Alexa for voice control is possible. We set this up during the visit. It's one of the most impactful upgrades for quality of life with a relatively low investment. Manufacturer's official warranty (3-5 years) plus our coverage for labour. LED strips for indirect lighting are very popular in modern renovations. They are adhered into aluminium profiles, recessed into walls or ceilings, and provide a soft, continuous light perfect for living rooms and bedrooms. We use quality strips with a high colour rendering index, not cheap Chinese strips that emit an unpleasant cold light.

The price for basic home automation in El Papiol typically ranges from €72 to €846 as an indicative reference. The final cost depends on the property's condition, materials used, and labour time. We always finalise this after reviewing photos or —if you prefer— conducting an on-site assessment, with no obligation. In this area, the market rate for similar jobs is around €140; we are usually below this when the property's condition allows. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request a quote online — we'll respond in under 10 minutes during business hours. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request a quote online — we'll respond in under 10 minutes during business hours.