For homes that are vacant from October to March, the inspection also includes technical closure. We turn off the main water valves if there's no risk of frost, which is rare on the coast. We purge the water heater if the home remains unused for more than three months. We empty the air conditioning trays and turn them off. And we check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, if present. Homes from the 70s-80s typically have double-brick cavity walls, terrazzo floors if original, or ceramic stoneware if renovated later. Interior carpentry is solid wood, painted or varnished. Electrical mechanisms are usually mid-to-low range Spanish brands like BJC or Simon. Exterior doors are mostly anodised aluminium. Yes, this is one of our main client profiles. Communication via email and WhatsApp, before-and-after photos, and digital invoicing.

Additionally, visual inspection of walls and ceilings to check for damp stains, new cracks, or signs of leaks that may have appeared during the low season. In coastal areas, a specific review of balconies and exterior terraces for corrosion on railings, deterioration of exterior tiling, and the condition of drains to prevent flooding during intense autumn rains. Fourth, door hinges that scrape the floor or don't close properly due to wood expansion with humidity. The hinge is adjusted or replaced, and the wood is very occasionally shaved down if necessary. Fifth, loose or broken door or window handles. We replace them with new compatible models. Sixth, skirting boards that are detached or damaged. They are re-fixed with nails and putty, or entire sections are replaced if they are broken. Seventh, blinds that are difficult to raise or get stuck. We clean the box, lubricate the system, and adjust the tape. Eighth, broken or detached mosquito screens. We replace the mesh or the entire frame depending on its condition. Ninth, windows and doors with faulty locks. The mechanism is adjusted or replaced. Tenth, shower heads and aerators clogged with limescale. They are disassembled, soaked in vinegar, and reassembled. First, small holes in walls left by old drills or fallen anchors. These are filled with specific putty, sanded, and repainted with paint matching the existing colour. Second, fine cracks in walls and ceilings due to thermal expansion, especially in areas like Torrevieja with sudden summer-winter changes. These are sealed with elastic putty and repainted. Third, yellowed or cracked silicone seals in bathtubs, showers, and kitchen countertops. The old silicone is completely removed, the substrate is disinfected, and new silicone with fungicide is applied. The result is professional, unlike when one attempts it oneself and leaves marks.

We supply them ourselves. Common materials (putty, silicone, screws, fixings) are carried in the van. If special materials are required, we will inform you beforehand. Key points. The condition of appliances after intensive use: washing machine, dishwasher, refrigerator, oven, microwave. The silicone seals in the bathroom and kitchen, which often need renewal after a rental season. Kitchen mechanisms (doors, drawers, hinges) that may have suffered knocks. The paint and walls, in case touch-ups are needed before the low season. And the exteriors, after possible late storms. Once summer ends and the last guests leave the apartment, the post-season inspection documents the actual condition of the property after months of intensive use. This prevents the accumulation of small problems that become major during months of inactivity.

The price for enamelling doors and windows in El Gòtic typically ranges between €133 and €1900. The final figure depends on the property's condition, materials, and working time. We always provide a fixed quote before starting. The cost of scheduled maintenance is always lower than the accumulated cost of reactive emergencies. The data we collect from our own clients confirms this year after year. A minor repair is carried out by a professional handyman in one or two visits. It involves manual work, standard materials, no extra specialised trades, and a finished result within hours. Renovation work involves coordinating several trades (builder, plumber, electrician, tiler, painter), permits in some cases, deadlines of days or weeks. Normally a higher cost.