Buying an older property in Spain can be a great investment, especially in coastal areas such as Calpe and the Costa Blanca. However, older homes can also hide plumbing problems
Most boilers and hot water systems should be checked regularly, and many homeowners choose an annual service to keep the system safe, efficient and reliable. Gas boilers, central heating systems
A high water bill can be one of the first signs of a hidden water leak. If your household habits have not changed but your water usage has increased, water
A high water bill can be one of the first signs of a hidden water leak. If your household habits have not changed but your water usage has increased, water
A stopcock, also known as a stop tap, stop valve or main water shut-off valve, is the valve that controls the water supply entering your home. If there is a
Holiday homes in Calpe and across the Costa Blanca need a different plumbing maintenance routine from full-time homes. When a property is empty for weeks or months, small issues can
You should usually repair old plumbing pipes when the issue is local, visible and limited to one small leak, valve, joint or fixture connection. You should consider replacing old plumbing
Hard water affects Costa Blanca homes by leaving mineral deposits, commonly known as limescale, inside pipes, boilers, taps, showerheads and water-using appliances. Over time, this scale can reduce water flow,
Bad smells coming from drains usually mean that something is trapped, drying out, leaking or backing up inside the plumbing system. The most common causes are food waste in kitchen
A toilet usually keeps running because water is leaking from the tank into the bowl or because the fill valve does not shut off correctly. The most common causes are
