Do we work in Algarrobo, and how does a first contact look?
Yes. Algarrobo sits in the Axarquía comarca and is one of the municipalities that reach the Mediterranean, so our work there can range from a house near the shore to one higher up inland. Our base is at the opposite end of the coast, in Marbella, which is why we ask for photos before arranging a trip: it lets us confirm the job is ours to do.
A useful first message contains three or four pictures taken from the corners of the area, one close-up of the current surface, a rough length and width, and a note about how materials would reach it. With that we can tell you whether it is a terrace build, a repair for a sister site or a simple renovation.
Which outdoor jobs fit a house in Algarrobo?
Most enquiries from this part of the coast concern the outdoor living space around a single house. Depending on your plot, one or several of these may apply:
- a new paved terrace beside the living room or kitchen door;
- garden paths linking the gate, the house and a seating area;
- outdoor steps where the garden changes level;
- a level surround if the property has a pool, laid with a suitable slip class;
- a small hard-standing for a barbecue or table under a pergola.
If the plot slopes, we usually split the outdoor area into platforms rather than forcing a single flat surface, and we plan where the rainwater from each one will go before any paver is laid. Retaining walls between levels, if they are needed, are a builder's job; we coordinate with them and lay the surfaces.
What if your current paving is only tired, or has sunk?
Not every worn terrace needs to be lifted. If the paving is sound and only faded or stained, a cleaning and coating job may be enough, and our sister site for patio and terrace restoration covers that route. If areas have dropped or rock underfoot, the base underneath is the issue, and that diagnosis belongs to the subsidence specialists. We would rather point you to the cheaper fix than sell you a full replacement. When the surface is broken, obsolete or poorly drained, building a new terrace is the honest answer.
Permits, waste and paperwork in Algarrobo
Andalusian law (LISTA, article 138.1.a) puts minor works that need no project under a responsible declaration, but the Algarrobo town hall's own ordinance decides which procedure your job falls under; it is worth confirming that with the town hall before work begins. Rubble from minor domestic works is treated as household waste under municipal responsibility, and we take it away as part of the job. Owners who live abroad often prefer one point of contact. We write in English, send a written scope and keep you informed with photographs as each stage is finished.
Where do you go next?
For the wider picture of paving in the eastern part of the province, see the Axarquía paving hub. Our own list of areas we cover shows every municipality grouped by comarca. When you are ready, send us a photo and the approximate m² – free, no-obligation quote.
Frequently asked questions
Can you quote for a terrace in Algarrobo without visiting first?
We can give a first written estimate of scope from clear photos and rough measurements, and say which steps the job involves. A final quote normally follows a visit, because access, levels and the condition of the ground only show properly on site.
Is Algarrobo too far from Marbella for you?
No. We serve the whole province of Málaga, Algarrobo included. Distance mainly affects how we plan visits and deliveries, which is one more reason we like to agree the scope from photos before travelling to the Axarquía.
Which paving suits a sloping plot in Algarrobo?
If the garden falls away from the house, several level platforms joined by steps are usually easier to drain and use than one large surface. Concrete pavers, large-format slabs or natural stone can all work; the choice depends on the look you want and how the edges are finished.
Do I need permission from the Algarrobo town hall?
Possibly. Minor works without a project often go through a responsible declaration under the Andalusian LISTA law, but the exact procedure for your paving depends on the municipal ordinance in force, so it is confirmed with the town hall for each job. We can tell you what information the town hall will likely ask for.
Can you pave around an existing pool?
Yes, laying the surround is part of our work. The Spanish Building Code asks for slip-resistance class 3 on pool surrounds within its scope; whether a private house is within that scope is for an architect or the town hall to say, so we suggest choosing a class 3 material anyway.
What happens to the old tiles and rubble?
We remove them. Under Law 7/2022, rubble from minor domestic building and repair works counts as household waste under municipal responsibility, so it has to go through the proper local channel rather than being tipped anywhere.
I live in the UK. How do I follow the work?
We communicate in English by email or WhatsApp and send photographs at each finished stage: base, bedding, laying and jointing. Many owners also leave a key with a neighbour or property manager so we can coordinate access.
Do you also build walls or the pool itself?
No. We are paving specialists, so terraces, paths, steps and pool surrounds are our field. Structural walls, pools and extensions belong to a builder or an architect, and we can work alongside them on the paving part.
How do I find out what a terrace might cost?
Cost depends on area, access, the state of the ground, the slope, the material and edge details. Our sister site has a paving cost calculator and explains these factors; we keep figures off this site and give you a written quote instead.
Can my faded patio be renovated instead of replaced?
If the paving is still firm and level, cleaning, crack filling and a tinted acrylic resin applied in two coats can refresh it without lifting anything. Our sister site specialising in restoration handles that kind of work.