Fixhouse Blog
Practical advice on renovations, plumbing and life in Dénia and Jávea, written by local professionals.
From Montgó to Les Rotes: what housing is like in each area of Dénia
Dénia isn't one single area: the foothills of Montgó, Les Rotes, the historic centre, and the beach zones have very different housing types and maintenance needs.
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Transparent quotes: what's included (and what's not) in a renovation in Dénia and Jávea
A real breakdown of where the money goes in a bathroom renovation, and why VAT can vary between 10% and 21% depending on the type of work.
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Pests and damp on the coast: why prevention is cheaper than repair
Closed properties and the coast's humid climate favour damp and pests. Here's what to check, and how often, if your home isn't used daily.
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Warranty on home repairs: what you can expect as a client in Dénia and Jávea
Hiring a trustworthy professional isn't just about price. Here's what to check before work starts, and what you can ask for if something goes wrong.
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Buying a house in Dénia without speaking Spanish: how to hire renovation work with confidence
A third of Dénia's population is foreign. If you've just bought a home here and don't speak Spanish, here's what you need to know before hiring renovation work.
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Water softeners: the renovation investment that pays for itself in Dénia and Jávea
If you're renovating a bathroom or kitchen in the Marina Alta, installing a water softener is one of the decisions with the biggest long-term impact. Here's why.
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Renovating with respect: Dénia's historic raisin-era architecture
Much of central Dénia was built with money from 19th-century raisin exports. Renovating these homes properly follows its own set of rules.
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Jávea villas: full renovation vs preventive maintenance
Jávea is dominated by villas with pool and garden. Here's how to decide whether your property needs a full renovation or preventive maintenance is enough.
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Hard water in Dénia and Jávea: why your water heater keeps failing
The whole Marina Alta area has very hard water. Here's why that shortens the life of water heaters, boilers and appliances — and what you can do about it.
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What to check in your Dénia or Jávea home before the autumn rains
September, October and November bring the heaviest rain of the year to the Marina Alta, with a real risk of flash flooding. Here's the check we recommend beforehand.
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Property closed half the year: what to check in pipes and drains
If your home in Dénia or Jávea sits closed for months at a time, there's a specific plumbing checklist worth going through before you return.
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Sea-air corrosion: keeping your plumbing in good shape on the coast
In Les Marines, Les Rotes or Jávea's villas, salt air attacks plumbing far faster than inland. Here's what to check, and how often.
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