PROTEC GROUP - TRANSFORMING HOMES

The Protec Group, comprising a team of over 40 talented specialists in their fields, has grown from strength to strength since its establishment in 1996. Back then, CEO and founder André Jensen, who at the time worked in sales, chanced upon the opportunity to launch a company that was centered on windows and doors, and Protec Ventanas S.L. was born.

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Just four years later, in 2000, the company expanded into construction and Protec Construcciones S.L. was born. Today, the group has a third fundamental pillar: Protec Distribuciones, dedicated to the acquisition and distribution of high-quality construction products which are otherwise unavailable in Spain. As is evident, André Jensen and his wife Silvia are a forwardthinking couple who are constantly ready to adapt to changing and extended demands.

On my recent visit to Protec, I was impressed by the sheer scale of their operations. They have three large warehouses and offices, with numerous departments filled with dynamic teams of technicians. Silvia explains, “We specialise in top quality windows and doors, offering discerning clients features like thermal insulation, anti-theft protection, and energy savings.” Windows that are made-to-measure can help a home save up to 60 per cent of lost energy, by keeping heat out in warmer months and bringing warmth in, in colder ones.

Silvia takes me through the installations, telling me about the fascinating history of Protec. “Our first big construction project was a villa in El Rosario,” she says. “We got into construction because as our client base grew, many began asking us if we knew of someone reliable to take on large-scale construction work. We knew many trusted suppliers so we began creating vital synergies with them, and today, we have a tight-knit group comprising reliable professionals in everything within the construction industry.”

Renovations are another big source of business for Protec. Some clients simply request the refurbishment of their pool and garden areas; others might require a complete change.

“All our workers have ample experience in Germany, UK and Spain and they are familiar with the construction methods used in each of this countries, including those pertaining to cold/ heat insulation, antihumidity protection, etc. “We essentially provide all the construction work required, from start to finish, offering a complete turnkey service so that clients do not have to worry about licences and bureaucratic matters.”

One of the many qualities that makes the Protec Group so fitting for the Costa del Sol is that the team is multilingual. Staff can attend to clients in a plethora of languages, including Spanish, English, German, Portuguese, Swedish, Arabic and Russian. “We are an international company and our aim is to make construction and window selection easy for clients wishing to speak in the language they are most comfortable with.”

The international nature of the company is symbolised by André and Silvia themselves. The couple met when Silvia (who, like André, is German) was in Spain for the holidays. Her mother needed new windows, and André, who was already enjoying great success in this sector, stepped into their home and a spark was lit.

Despite having branched out into construction, windows and doors are still an important source of activity for Protec. “People give us a call and we send our technical representative to their home so we can provide them with a quote.” Silvia takes me to the window manufacturing area and I am surprised to see a window maker holding a six-meter-high window frame. “This is nothing compared to some of the largest ones we make,” says the designer, indicating the type of high-end villas, buildings, and other projects Protec serves.

The key value that has led the Protec name from success to success, says Silvia, is dependability. The team works in close conjunction with architects, ensuring all projects have appropriate building licences – a matter that has become far more stringent in the past few years. Over the years, Protec has also built key relationships with plumbers, electricians, floor specialists – just about every service required to build a home.

Protec’s current projects extend from Nerja to Sotogrande, varying greatly in nature and size.

As we walk through the vast buildings in the Polígono (located in Fuengirola), Silvia introduces me to everyone, ranging from those attending clients for window and construction matters, to those working in admin, workshop heads, members of the sales team, accountants, and more. The impressive home base also has a large meeting room to attend visitors. Here, high-end TVs and other tech equipment make it easy for clients to envision the way their home or building will look like.

Protec is a friendly, international team that is ready to take all the work of reformation or complete construction off your hands. If you simply wish to change a door or window or you are after energyefficient solutions for your home, give them a call. The responsible team members of the Protec Group are ready to provide you many options which can make a significant change to your quality of life.

PROTEC GROUP Camino Pera de Agua 81-104 Pol. Industrial Los Perales Mijas, Málaga. Tel: 952 587 573. www.grupo-protec.com