Full apartment and property renovation in Fuengirola
Renovation specialists in Fuengirola. We manage the full project from start to finish — coordinating all trades on your behalf. English communication. No need to be present during the renovation.
Full renovation in Fuengirola: the typical project
Fuengirola's residential stock is dominated by apartments built in the 1970s and 1980s in areas like Los Boliches, the town centre and the seafront. Many haven't been fully updated since construction: old layouts with compartmentalised rooms, dated kitchens and bathrooms, and electrical installations that can't handle today's appliances. A full renovation addresses all of this in one project — new layout if needed, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, electrical, painting and finishes. We plan the full scope upfront, coordinate all trades with a single point of contact, and manage the work from start to final handover.
Renovation for holiday rentals and second homes
A significant proportion of Fuengirola properties are used as holiday rentals or occasional second homes, particularly in Los Boliches and along the seafront. We renovate with that use in mind: durable materials that hold up under frequent occupation, practical layouts that work for short-term letting, and finishes that are easy to maintain between stays. Owners who aren't based in Fuengirola don't need to be present. Once the scope and materials are agreed, we carry out the renovation autonomously — coordinating access, managing all trades and keeping you updated throughout.
No need to travel — we manage the project remotely
Fuengirola has one of the largest British and Scandinavian communities on the Costa del Sol. We work regularly with non-resident owners across the UK and Northern Europe who manage their properties from abroad. The process is straightforward: we carry out an initial site assessment (which can be arranged to coincide with one of your visits), agree the scope in writing, and manage the full renovation without requiring your presence. We send progress updates and confirm completion before you return.
A full-scale renovation on the Costa del Sol goes far beyond new floors or a coat of paint: it means stripping the property back to its shell and rebuilding it completely — layout, plumbing, electrical and climate systems, masonry, joinery and finishes — under a single project and one point of coordination. At Costa del Sol Reformas we deliver this turnkey work across Málaga and the whole coast, with particular care for second-home and international owners. Our in-house team coordinates every trade, manages the technical project and municipal licences, and backs the result with a 5-year guarantee. You get a home rebuilt from the ground up, with high-end specifications and a coherent finish, free of the friction of hiring separate trades or the last-minute surprises that come with it.
The step-by-step process of a full renovation
Every serious full renovation starts with a proper project and on-site measurements, not a generic quote. We define the new layout, size the installations and file the municipal licence (responsible declaration or major works, depending on scope). On site, sequence matters: first demolition and removal of rubble to a licensed RCD waste manager; then setting out and new plumbing (multilayer or PEX pipe) and wiring compliant with Spain's REBT, with its own panel and dedicated circuits. Next come climate systems — often aerothermal with underfloor heating or ducting — masonry, waterproofing of wet areas, and floors. We finish with tiling, joinery, paint and fixtures. Every phase is checked before it's closed up, because a fault beneath the tiles is very costly to fix.
Materials and specifications: what to choose and why
For high-end projects we use large-format porcelain (Porcelanosa, Saloni, Neolith) that minimises grout lines and gives visual continuity, plus technical compact-surface worktops such as Dekton or Silestone (Cosentino), resistant to scratches and stains. In bathrooms and kitchens we fit thermostatic taps from Grohe or Hansgrohe and Roca sanitaryware. Thermally broken aluminium joinery (Cortizo, Technal) with double glazing improves insulation and prevents condensation. For climate control, aerothermal systems (Daikin, Mitsubishi) paired with underfloor heating deliver comfort and energy efficiency. None of it lasts without proper waterproofing (Sika, Weber) beneath shower trays and terraces. We choose each material by use, maintenance and the coast's salty climate — not by looks alone.
Technical considerations specific to the Costa del Sol
The coastal setting shapes decisions. Sea air accelerates corrosion, so we favour anodised or quality powder-coated aluminium, stainless fittings and joinery rated for salty environments. In owners' communities, any work on the façade, terrace or drainpipes needs community approval and must respect the building's aesthetics; we confirm this before starting. Licences vary by municipality — Marbella, Estepona, Mijas, Fuengirola and Benalmádena each have different procedures and fees — and many second homes require remote coordination with overseas owners. The Spanish Building Code (CTE) also mandates thermal and acoustic insulation and health standards; using a full renovation to upgrade insulation and ventilation raises the property's value and cuts climate-control bills.
Timelines, common mistakes and why an in-house team matters
A full renovation of a 90–100 m² flat usually takes 8 to 14 weeks; a villa, considerably longer. The costliest mistakes come from improvising: starting without a project or licence, underestimating hidden installations, cutting corners on waterproofing, or hiring separate trades that blame each other when something fails. That's why we work with our own in-house team and a single site manager: one point of responsibility, quality control at every phase, and deadlines that hold because we don't depend on uncoordinated third parties. We hand over turnkey, with installation certificates (electrical boletín) and a 5-year guarantee. With more than 500 projects behind us, we know where problems tend to appear — and we head them off before they become cost overruns.
Renovating in Fuengirola: local context
Renovating in Fuengirola is nothing like renovating in an inland white village or a hillside villa estate. Fuengirola is a compact, vertical beach town: much of its housing stock is high-rise apartments built during the tourism boom of the 1960s, 70s and 80s, now carrying dated plumbing, kitchens, bathrooms and aluminium window frames that are ready for an overhaul. Layered on top is a strongly international owner base, Fuengirola is home to Spain's largest Nordic and Finnish community, concentrated in Los Boliches, living alongside lifelong local residents. At Costa del Sol Reformas we work with our own in-house team and a 5-year guarantee, and we run every project in Spanish, English and German, essential in a town where owner and contractor rarely share a first language.
Where we work: Los Boliches, Centro y Paseo Marítimo, Torreblanca, Carvajal, Reserva del Higuerón (El Higuerón), Pueblo López.
How we work in Fuengirola
Why Costa del Sol Reformas
Costa del Sol Reformas is a renovation company in Fuengirola operating since 2010. Own team, fixed price and 5-year written guarantee on all projects.
Frequently asked questions
Do you carry out full apartment renovations in Fuengirola?
Yes. We renovate apartments and properties across Fuengirola, including Los Boliches and the seafront. We manage the full project — layout, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, electrical and painting — with all trades coordinated by our team.
Can you renovate a holiday rental apartment in Los Boliches or the seafront?
Yes. We have extensive experience renovating holiday rental properties in Fuengirola. We select durable materials suited to frequent occupation and plan the renovation to minimise the time the property is out of use.
How long does a full renovation in Fuengirola take?
A full renovation of a 70–90 m² apartment typically takes between 8 and 14 weeks, depending on scope and material availability. We set the timeline in the written quotation after the site assessment.
Can you manage the renovation if I'm not based in Spain?
Yes. We coordinate access, supervise all work and send regular updates in English. You don't need to be present during the renovation. We confirm completion and provide documentation before you return.
Do you work in all areas of Fuengirola?
Yes. We work across all of Fuengirola including Los Boliches, Las Lagunas, the town centre and the seafront, without any difference in conditions or pricing structure.
Have a project in Fuengirola?
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