Renovation guides and decisions
Renovation Blog in Madrid
Practical guidance on budgets, planning, materials, energy efficiency and the key decisions involved in renovating a home or business in Madrid.
Renovation Decisions & Comparisons
Wall-Hung or Floor-Standing Toilet: Which Is Right for Your Madrid Bathroom?
Choosing between a wall-hung or floor-standing toilet for your Madrid home involves more than appearance. A wall-hung model leaves the floor clear and makes…
Renovation Process & Timelines
Your Tenant Is Moving Out: What to Renovate Before Renting Again in Madrid
Your previous tenancy has ended and the tenant has returned the keys. The flat is now vacant, giving you an opportunity to inspect it…
Energy Efficiency & Rehabilitation
Is Wall Insulation Worth It in Madrid?
In many homes in the Madrid Region, improving wall insulation can be worthwhile, particularly when external walls become very cold in winter, rooms overheat…
Grants & Subsidies
Renovation Grants in Madrid for Vacant Homes: Up to €30,000
Last updated: 21 September 2026. Important for international owners: this guide explains the Spanish housing measures in English, but the legally binding rules, regional…
Energy Efficiency & Rehabilitation
Thermal Bridges in Madrid: Causes, Signs & Solutions
A property can have the heating switched on and still feel uncomfortable, with cold walls, condensation around windows or certain rooms that never seem…
Renovation Decisions & Comparisons
10 Kitchen Renovation Mistakes to Avoid in Madrid
A full kitchen renovation in Madrid involves much more than choosing cabinet fronts, a worktop and new appliances. Layout, electrical and plumbing systems, storage,…
Renovation Costs & Budgeting
Cost to Renovate a 90 m² Madrid Flat for Room Rental
Price reference: 2026. Last reviewed: 16 September 2026. Converting a Madrid flat into a well-planned residential room-by-room rental can produce more income than letting…
Renovation Process & Timelines
Chalet Maintenance Before Rain in Madrid
Chalet maintenance before rain in Madrid can reveal minor defects before water reaches concealed layers, interior finishes or vulnerable parts of the building. An…
Renovation Decisions & Comparisons
Converting former nurseries into homes or tourist accommodation in Madrid: renovation, permits and realistic returns
Converting a former nursery or early-years education centre into homes may look attractive to a property investor. These premises are often at street level,…
Energy Efficiency & Rehabilitation
Energy Renovation of Homes by 2030: What the EU Rules Really Mean
Updated 12 September 2026 New European rules will accelerate energy-efficiency improvements to buildings in Spain over the coming years. However, 2030 is not a…