What happens after the restoration is finished?
You receive a short set of care instructions along with the final photos. A restored surface does not need special treatment, but the first period after coating and the habits that follow make a visible difference. Our guide to aftercare after restoration covers it in full; the essentials are below.
- Keep feet, pets and tyres off until we confirm each area can be used
- Sweep regularly; rinse with water rather than scrubbing hard
- Rinse spills such as oil, wine or fertiliser promptly
- Lift garden furniture instead of dragging it; use pads under feet
- Raise plant pots so water does not sit beneath them
- Ask us before using any strong cleaning product on the surface
Are there extra rules if your home is in a residential community?
They may, so check before booking. If your property is in a managed residential community, there may be rules on contractor access, working hours, parking for vans and the appearance of visible surfaces. Shared paths, entrances and parking areas are normally common elements, which the owners decide on under the Horizontal Property Law; ask the administrator which majority is needed.
For a private patio or drive inside your plot, the decision is yours, though it is still courteous to let neighbours know when pressure washing is planned. We can provide a written description of the work if the community asks for one.
This applies wherever you are in the municipality, whether in Alhaurín Golf, Villafranco del Guadalhorce or the town. We do not assume that an address comes with a community or a particular kind of house. Tell us whether there is an administrator, a gate or shared surfaces, and we fit the plan to that rather than to a stereotype of the area.
Which services fit properties in Alhaurín el Grande?
It depends on the surface. Stable block paving that has turned grey or patchy is handled under paver painting and restoration. Patios, terraces and outdoor dining areas come under patio and terrace restoration, and a drive or carport under driveway restoration. All follow the same sequence of washing, repair, masking and coating.
If the surface rocks, has sunk or holds water, it needs base work first through our sister site's page on re-levelling sunken pavers. If you are unsure, our guide on when restoration is the right choice helps you decide before you send photos.
Which parts of Alhaurín el Grande do we cover?
The whole municipality, including the sourced sub-areas Villafranco del Guadalhorce and Alhaurín Golf, and the town itself. Alhaurín el Grande is in the Valle del Guadalhorce comarca, covered on the sister site's Valle del Guadalhorce hub, and our areas page lists the rest of the province. For outdoor paving here, the town hall's current ordinance sets the procedure, so it is worth a call before work begins. Send us a photo and the approximate m² – free, no-obligation quote.
Frequently asked questions
When can I walk on the restored surface?
We tell you on the day for each area, because it depends on the coating, the conditions and the time of application. We do not publish fixed waiting times. Until we confirm, keep people, pets and vehicles off the coated sections.
Which cleaning products can I use afterwards?
Plain water and a soft brush or broom are the safe default. Before using any stronger product, ask us; some cleaners are not suitable for coated surfaces. Our aftercare guide gives more detail on routine care and dealing with spills.
Do you work in Alhaurín Golf and Villafranco del Guadalhorce?
Yes. Both are sourced sub-areas of Alhaurín el Grande that we cover, along with the town and the rest of the municipality. If your community has access rules, tell us when you send photos.
My block paving is grey but firm. What does restoration involve?
Pressure washing, attention to joints and small chips, masking along edges and a tinted resin in two coats, with an optional protective coat. The joints remain visible, so the block pattern still reads clearly.
Can garden furniture go back straight after the job?
Not straight away. We tell you when heavier items can return. Afterwards, felt or rubber pads under chair and table feet and lifting rather than dragging help protect the finish.
Does a community need to approve work on my private patio?
Usually not, if the patio is private. Some communities regulate the appearance of visible surfaces, so check the statutes or ask the administrator before choosing a very different colour. Shared areas always need the owners' approval.
What if the paving near my garage has sunk?
That section needs lifting and relaying on a corrected base first, which our sister site for sunken pavers handles. After that, the restored finish can be applied across the whole area so the colours match.
Can you come back to touch up an area later?
Yes. If a spot is damaged later, for example by a dropped tool, it can be cleaned and recoated. Keeping a note of the colour reference from your quote makes a close match easier.
Do you restore paths around the garden as well?
Yes, if they are concrete, stamped concrete or pavers in sound condition. Paths can be included in the same visit as the patio or drive. List each area separately with a photo and rough measurements.
Is a permit needed in Alhaurín el Grande?
That depends on the ordinance. Under Andalusian law minor works without a project can go by responsible declaration, but the procedure for outdoor paving here is something to confirm directly with Alhaurín el Grande town hall. We execute the work and do not file permits.