Fixhouse Blog
Practical advice on renovations, plumbing and life in Dénia and Jávea, written by local professionals.
Plumbing
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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Plumbing
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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Plumbing
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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Plumbing
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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