Costa Builder Checked
The Badge That Proves You Can Be Trusted
Costa Builder Checked is an independent accreditation scheme for contractors working on the Costa del Sol. For homeowners, it means peace of mind. For contractors, it means standing out from the crowd.
For Homeowners
What the Badge Means for You
When you see the Costa Builder Checked badge, you know that contractor has been independently verified — not by a trade body they paid to join, but by us, working exclusively on your behalf. We check legal registration, insurance, customer reviews and on-site standards. If they didn't pass, they're not listed.
Find a Verified BuilderIndependently verified
We carry out every check ourselves. No self-certification, no rubber-stamping.
No commercial bias
We have no referral arrangement with any listed contractor. Our only obligation is to you.
Ongoing compliance
Accreditation is reviewed annually. Contractors who fall short are removed from the directory.
Dispute support
If something goes wrong with a verified contractor, we will support you through the process.
The Accreditation Process
How We Verify a Contractor
Our process is thorough, independent and consistent. Every contractor goes through the same steps — no shortcuts, no exceptions.
Application
The contractor submits an application with their business details, registration number, insurance documents and a list of recent projects.
Document Review
We verify legal registration with the Spanish authorities, confirm insurance is current and adequate, and check all documentation is in order.
Review Audit
We independently audit customer reviews across Google, Houzz and other platforms — checking for authenticity, patterns and red flags.
Site Assessment
Where possible, we carry out or commission an on-site assessment of a current or recent project to evaluate standards of workmanship.
Decision
Our panel reviews all findings and makes an independent decision. Contractors who meet all criteria are listed. Those who do not are declined — with feedback.
Annual Review
Accreditation is not permanent. We review every listed contractor annually and following any complaint received from a homeowner.
Accreditation Criteria
What Contractors Must Demonstrate
To be listed in the Costa Builder Checked directory, a contractor must meet all of the following criteria.
Legal registration
Registered as an autónomo or S.L. with a valid CIF/NIF and up-to-date tax obligations.
Adequate insurance
Current public liability insurance and, where applicable, professional indemnity cover.
Verified customer reviews
A minimum number of independently verifiable positive reviews with no unresolved complaints.
Workmanship standards
Evidence of completed projects meeting acceptable standards of quality and finish.
Transparent quotations
A commitment to providing clear, itemised written quotations before work commences.
Complaints procedure
A documented process for handling customer complaints, shared with us as part of the application.
For Contractors
Why Apply for Accreditation
The Costa del Sol renovation market is competitive. The Costa Builder Checked badge gives serious contractors a credible, independently verified way to stand out.
Listed in our directory
Your business appears in the Hall of Fame — the first place homeowners look when searching for a verified contractor.
Use of the badge
Display the Costa Builder Checked badge on your website, vehicles, stationery and marketing materials.
Credibility with clients
Independent verification carries more weight than self-promotion. Show clients you have nothing to hide.
Referrals from our team
When homeowners ask us to recommend a contractor, we refer only from our verified directory.
Annual certificate
Receive a dated certificate of accreditation to display in your office or site office.
Profile page
A dedicated profile in our directory with your specialisms, location, reviews summary and contact details.
Accreditation Fee
Simple, Transparent Pricing
We charge a one-off setup fee to cover the cost of the verification process, followed by a low monthly fee to maintain your listing and badge.
Silver Verified
For sole traders and small contractors with up to 3 employees.
- Document and insurance review
- Review audit across 2 platforms
- Directory listing with Silver badge
- Use of badge on marketing materials
- Annual renewal assessment
Gold Verified
For established contractors and companies seeking the highest level of verification.
- Full document and insurance review
- Review audit across all platforms
- On-site or project assessment
- Directory listing with Gold badge
- Use of badge on all materials
- Priority referrals from our team
- Direct Links to your Website on our page
- Annual certificate of accreditation
All fees are subject to Spanish IVA at the applicable rate. The verification fee is non-refundable if the application is declined, but we will provide written feedback explaining the decision.
Verified Contractors
What Our Verified Contractors Say
"Getting the Costa Builder Checked badge was one of the best decisions I made for my business. Clients mention it before they even ask for a quote. It opens doors."
Carlos Medina
Medina Build & Reform · Fuengirola
"The process was thorough — which is exactly the point. When clients see we passed, they know it means something. It is not just a logo you buy."
Pilar Solano
Solano Construction S.L. · Marbella
"As an electrician, trust is everything. The badge gives new clients confidence before we have even spoken. Our conversion rate from enquiry to job has improved significantly."
Javier Ruiz
Electra Costa S.L. · Benalmádena
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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