The façade is more than the visible exterior of a building. It protects the structure against rain, sunlight, wind and environmental exposure.
In coastal locations such as Marbella, Málaga, Estepona and Fuengirola, selecting appropriate materials and repair methods is particularly important. Salt-laden air, humidity and intense sun place constant pressure on every component of a building envelope — from the outer render down to the steel reinforcement inside the concrete.
Yet every season, property owners across the Costa del Sol are presented with quotations that look reasonable on the surface and balloon once the work begins. The reason is almost always the same: visible defects were treated as the problem, instead of as a symptom of something deeper.
This guide explains what a proper façade assessment should cover, what quotations should always include, and how to tell the difference between a cosmetic refresh and a renovation that will actually protect your building for the next twenty years.
