Caring for Your Home & Property in Mexico

Learn about the electricity supply in Mexico including connections, dealing with power cuts, current prices, paying bills, and reconnections if you're cut-off

How to protect your home in Mexico against burglars, and be adequately covered in the event of theft and damage to the property

How cultivating local community contacts and reviewing the physical security for your property mitigates risks of burglary and intrusion at your home in Mexico

Learn about the three ways that domestic gas is supplied to homes across Mexico, how it's sold, and tips for managing your gas-fired appliances

Homes in urban areas are usually connected to a mains sewer—but not always. Rural properties almost always use a septic tank situated on the property

Finding house keepers and other domestic helpers in Mexico, how they work, and responsibilities that come with having domestic helpers working at your home

Local power cuts are a regular feature in Mexico, especially during thunderstorms and wind storms. Some forward planning can help to mitigate potential problems

The shared space rentals market is booming in Mexico, and the demand is being met by people using online marketplaces to rent space in their homes

Properties in urban areas are usually supplied by mains water, but properties elsewhere need to make alternative arrangements

A case study about water heater use and maintenance in a typical Mexican home

Detailed guide to help you learn about key maintenance and security matters to help aid the smooth and effective running of your home in Mexico