Málaga UrgenteBlog: guides for your home or business on the Costa del Sol and the Axarquía
Practical guides on faults, damp, renovations and maintenance, written with the climate and homes of our area in mind.
What these guides are for
The Málaga Urgente blog brings together practical guides written by the team that works every day in homes, communities and premises on the Costa del Sol and in the Axarquía. They are designed to help you understand what is happening in your home, what you can check yourself and when it is wise to call a professional.
The articles focus on the most common problems in the area: damp and salt, leaks and electrical faults, and bathroom and kitchen renovations. Each includes a summary, a table of contents, frequently asked questions and links to related services.
Our most complete guides
Rising damp and salt damp on the Costa del Sol and the Axarquía
Causes, step-by-step diagnosis and solutions that work, in the right order.
Read the guide → October 2026 · 10 min readWater leak or electrical fault at home: a quick action guide
What to do in the first minutes, how to limit damage and when to call a technician.
Read the guide →Faults and emergencies
How to find the source of a leak before calling a professional
Why the stain is not where the problem is, simple checks, professional techniques and what to do about insurance.
Read more → October 2026 · 8 min readElectrical Installation Certificate: what it is and when you need it
What the electrical certificate (CIE) is, who issues it, when it is required and what is checked before issuing it.
Read more →Renovations
How much does a bathroom renovation cost: a guide
What determines the cost, which items a quote should include and how to compare offers sensibly.
Read more → October 2026 · 7 min readIdeas for renovating a small kitchen without losing space
Layout, storage, appliances, lighting and mistakes to avoid in small kitchens.
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What you will find in each category
Damp and maintenance
Damp is the most frequent problem on the coast. These guides explain how to tell its types apart and which solutions work.
- Rising damp and salt damp on the Costa del Sol and the Axarquía: causes, step-by-step diagnosis and solutions in the right order. Related to waterproofing.
- How to find the source of a leak: why the stain is not where the problem is, simple checks and professional techniques. Related to plumbers.
Faults and emergencies
What to do in the first minutes of a fault and how to understand your installation's paperwork.
- Water leak or electrical fault at home: a quick action guide: how to limit damage and when to call a technician.
- Electrical Installation Certificate: what it is and when you need it: who issues it, when it is required and what is checked. Related to electricians.
Renovations
Criteria for planning a renovation without surprises.
- How much does a bathroom renovation cost: a guide: cost factors, the items in a quote and how to compare them. Related to bathroom renovations.
- Ideas for renovating a small kitchen without losing space: layout, storage, appliances and mistakes to avoid. Related to kitchen renovations.
How to get the most from the guides
- Start with the quick summary at the top of each article: it tells you whether the guide answers your question.
- Use the table of contents to go straight to the section you need.
- Do the simple checks suggested before calling: they help guide the diagnosis.
- Check the related service to see how we work and which regulations apply.
- Ask for a quote when you want an assessment of your specific case.
Why we do not publish price figures
The cost guides explain the factors that determine the price, the items a quote should include and the warning signs, but they give no figures. The reason is that any amount given without seeing the job is a baseless estimate. To know the real cost of your case, request a personalised quote, free and with no obligation.
About the content
The information in the guides is indicative and does not replace a professional's assessment of your home. The regulations mentioned (the electrical regulation, the Technical Building Code and others) may vary by municipality, autonomous community and type of work. Articles are reviewed and updated when relevant information changes.
Frequently asked questions about the blog
How often are new guides published?
We add and update guides when we notice frequent questions among our clients. If you miss a topic, write to us.
Can I use the checks in the guides instead of calling a technician?
They help guide the diagnosis and act safely in the first minutes, but for any electrical risk, continuous leak or doubt about safety, calling a professional is recommended.
Are the guides available in Spanish?
Yes, every article has a Spanish version with the same content.
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