Start with a realistic shopping list
For the first week, prioritise food, bedding, cleaning supplies and essential kitchen items. In a rented home, check the inventory and agree any changes with the owner before buying or installing equipment.
Supermarkets: compare your own basket
There is no single cheapest chain for every product and household. Compare the same weight, quality and brands, including delivery and travel costs. Check the particular store’s opening hours before a Sunday or holiday trip.
Manper in Torrevieja: Calle Moriones, 6 (corner of Gumersindo), and the Aguas Nuevas branch on Calle Gines Saura Sanchez.
| Chain | What to check |
|---|---|
| Mercadona | Everyday groceries; check online delivery by postcode. |
| Carrefour | Groceries and household goods; availability and delivery depend on your address. |
| Consum | Groceries, local store offers and customer programme. |
| Lidl / ALDI | Check current catalogues, pack sizes and price per kilogram or litre. |
| Manper | Groceries and everyday shopping; find your nearest branch in the official store list. |
Furniture: stores and delivery
The furniture list now includes JYSK, Conforama and Leroy Merlin alongside IKEA. The separate directory gives addresses in four areas and explains each location’s format. Measure the room, doorways and lift before buying; agree upstairs delivery, assembly and removal of old furniture.
Repairs and household equipment
Leroy Merlin is one starting point for tools, lighting, storage and home-improvement products. Compare dimensions and compatibility, and request an itemised installation quote rather than relying on the shelf price.
Booking advice and the professional directory
Safe booking advice and provider contacts have separate pages. The advice covers quotes, payment and acceptance; the directory will contain handymen and electricians with town, services, languages and contact details.
Get help with your first steps
For electricity, water and choosing a supplier, use our separate guide. Tairix can give free initial advice on choosing an electricity supplier; any paid third-party work is discussed separately.