Finca Terraces · Stone Paving · Pergolas · Drainage
The terraces around Callosa d'en Sarrià tend to be generous, shaded in places and built into the hillside. The office is just down the road, so we can look at yours quickly and tell you what it needs.
Callosa d'en Sarrià lies inland, among the farming terraces below the Guadalest range, and outdoor living here has a different character from the coast. Village houses have small patios and rooftop terraces, while fincas on the slopes have wide terraces overlooking orchards and farmland.
Because the firm is based here, many terrace jobs are close to the office. We know how stone behaves in this valley, how heavy rain runs off the slopes, and how many terraces were built long before anyone thought about modern waterproofing.
Local work has filled our diary since 1999. We lift tired surfaces, repair what lies beneath, drain and waterproof, then lay new paving. Begin with a call-out and a free written quotation. There is no obligation. There is no obligation to go ahead.
Fincas
A finca terrace often sits on made-up ground behind a retaining wall. Over time the fill can settle, the paving cracks and water finds its way into the wall. Before relaying anything, we look for movement and check that rainwater has somewhere to go.
If the base is sound, new paving can go straight on a properly prepared bed. If not, we rebuild the base, form falls away from the house and fit drainage, since a beautiful surface on a poor foundation will not last.
Steps and low walls are usually part of the same job, and we repair or rebuild them so they match the new floor. We match the height of the new floor to the doors and thresholds, so that rain does not run into the house and nobody trips on an awkward step. Edges and copings are tidied to match.
Village houses
Village patios are small but heavily used. Often they sit against old walls that hold moisture, so rising damp and poor drainage are the main enemies. We check where water collects and whether the wall behind needs treatment. Plaster and paint indoors are protected while we work.
A roof terrace above a village house must be waterproofed before it is tiled. Older flat roofs may have layers of repairs, and a clean start gives the best result. We may recommend a lightweight finish if the supporting structure is old.
Narrow lanes affect how materials arrive, so we plan deliveries carefully and keep neighbours informed. Small terraces still need proper falls. A patio barely wider than a table can hold standing water against a wall for weeks, and we correct the slope, fit a small drain if needed and seal the edges neatly.
Shade and materials
Natural stone looks right in a valley setting and suits many fincas, though it needs sealing and occasional maintenance. Outdoor porcelain offers grip and stain resistance with less upkeep, and some porcelain closely resembles stone. Samples can be brought to your terrace so you compare them in your own light.
Summer afternoons can be fierce, and a timber pergola is a popular answer. Our carpenters build it with the terrace in mind, so the posts land on a solid base and the paving is cut around them neatly. Teak-coloured timber can be treated to stay the same shade for longer.
Outdoor lighting and sockets are best planned before paving is laid, and our electricians can run the cables then. If you would like a barbecue area or a corner for dining, plan the services now. We also advise on shade sails, screens and planters as softer alternatives to a fixed roof.
How it works
Call or message and one of us will come to the house or finca, examine the terrace, the walls and the drainage, and ask how you use the space. The free quotation we then send sets out each stage and what the guarantee covers. Nothing is started until you agree.
We strip back, repair, waterproof where needed, then pave and finish. Owners who live elsewhere receive photographs and calls while we work. Access can be arranged with a neighbour or caretaker, and the guarantee is described in the quotation. You will see exactly how the stages unfold.
Questions
Yes. We lift the stone, check and repair the base, correct the falls and relay it, replacing broken pieces where needed. If the stone is unsuitable, we can suggest an alternative that looks similar. Broken pieces are replaced with the closest match we can find.
It usually means the falls are wrong or a drain is blocked or missing. We test the levels, correct them where possible and fit drainage so water leaves instead of pooling. Standing water also stains paving and invites weeds.
Yes. Our carpenters design and build timber pergolas to fit the terrace, and we coordinate the posts with the paving so everything is anchored to a sound base. We also advise on position so that the shade falls where you actually sit during the hottest part of the afternoon.
Often we can. We work out of this town, so a first visit is usually easy to arrange, and a written free quotation follows. The first visit costs nothing. Ask for the visit by phone or message.
Across the area
Callosa d'en Sarrià is just inland from some very different coastal towns, and our terrace work follows the setting. The links below show how the service changes nearby.
Terrace renovations in Villajoyosa: waterproofing, re-tiling, drainage and railings for seafront balconies, old-town roofs and villa terraces. Free quotation.
View Villajoyosa →Terrace renovations in Albir: non-slip paving, waterproofing, railings and drainage for holiday apartments and hillside villa terraces. Free quotation.
View Albir →Get in touch
Tell us what is wrong, or what you wish the space could do, and we will find a time to see it. We would rather advise honestly than sell more work than needed.
Our quotation costs nothing, and since 1999 we have kept to one rule: explain first, build second. One team handles every part. Questions after the job are welcome. Should the terrace need a touch-up later, our door is close by.
Customer reviews
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Professional Collaboration & Complete House Renovation – Calpe
“We have been collaborating for many years on projects both large and small, with excellent results. Our latest collaboration was the complete renovation of a house in Calpe. Thanks to their professionalism and reliability, they were able to handle all phases of the project. We hope to continue working together for many years to come.”
Complete Apartment Renovation – Benidorm
“I would like to say a huge thank you to Dragonreforms. Nico and his team did an excellent job renovating our 2 bedroom apartment in Benidorm. This included a beautiful new bathroom, kitchen, flooring, interior doors, plumbing and complete electrical works. Truly amazing workmanship. You have made our dreams come true.”
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