Reporting it, is all it takes to get things moving
When something breaks, you don't need to remember passwords or fill out forms, you need relief. Just send Shinyshells a WhatsApp message describing your problem and how urgent it needs to be fixed.
Enough of workarounds
In many cases, the challenge isn't the repair itself — it's getting someone to show up at the right time. Between slow replies, limited availability, and long waiting times, booking an appointment becomes its own problem.
There's an easier way
Describe your issue, quickest responding worker gets the job
Once your message is received, it's automatically categorised, translated if needed, and sent to vetted workers in your area. The quickest responding worker gets the job.
More built-in advantages
Makes the whole process even easier
Automatic translations and follow-up messages help ensure every job is completed correctly and that customers stay satisfied after the work is done.
We follow up on every task
A quick automatic follow-up helps confirm the job was done right. If something still isn't perfect, human support steps in right away.
Write in your own language
Simply describe the repair in the language you know best. Shinyshells translates it automatically for the worker, avoiding misunderstandings.
What we cover
Every trade, all across Madeira
From burst pipes to garden upkeep — one membership covers all the workers you'll ever need on the island.
Electrical
Power cuts, faulty sockets and installations, handled by vetted electricians.
Handyman
Immediate handyman help for the small jobs that can't wait.
Plumbing
Leaks, burst pipes and blocked drains — emergency plumbers at your service
Cleaning
Same-day cleaning for homes and rental turnovers.
Gardening
Trimming, weeding and regular outdoor upkeep.
Carpentry
Doors, shutters, furniture and custom woodwork fixes.
Locksmith
Locked out or need locks changed? Fast, local help.
Other?
If a local professional can fix it, we'll find the right one.
Serving all of Madeira — with the strongest coverage in Funchal and along the south coast.
Testimonials
Feedback from our testing rounds
From private homeowners signed up to Shinyshells for “just-in-case” to enterprises using Shinyshells to manage and simplify their maintenance processes.
"A game changer for property managers. It's like Uber but for repair and maintenance"
Carlos MendesFunchal
"Within minutes a plumber was confirmed with an estimated time of arrival. My guest never felt ignored - neither did I."
Filipe AbreuCalheta
"The best part is how quickly the right person gets involved. It removed so much of the usual back-and-forth."
João PereiraFunchal
"It makes property problems feel manageable. Instead of chasing calls, we just send the request and move on."
Sofia AlmeidaMachico
"It's made our response times much faster and reduced the amount of coordination our team has to do."
Ricardo GomesRibeira Brava
"Having a faster repair process has helped us protect guest satisfaction and keep operations running smoothly."
Luís CarvalhoSanta Cruz
Join the waitlist
Be the very first to get access
Join the waitlist and get notified as soon as we are ready to launch, there might also be some advantages to being an early supporter
You will get notified when we launch in August 2026
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Frequently asked questions
Can I get an emergency plumber or electrician on Madeira at short notice?
Yes — that's exactly what Shinyshells is built for. Describe the problem in a WhatsApp message, choose how urgent it is, and the quickest responding vetted worker takes the job. For urgent tasks, help can be on the way within three hours.
Which areas of Madeira do you cover?
We serve the whole island, with the strongest coverage in Funchal and along the south coast — including Câmara de Lobos, Ribeira Brava, Ponta do Sol, Calheta, Caniço and Santa Cruz. Coverage keeps growing as more workers join.
What kinds of jobs can I request?
Plumbing, electrical work, general handyman jobs, carpentry, locksmiths, short-notice cleaning and garden maintenance — from one-off urgent repairs to recurring upkeep of your property.
How fast can someone be at my property?
You choose the urgency when you report the task — the fastest window means work starts within 3 hours, with more relaxed options starting within 32 hours, 4 days or 10 days. Faster windows carry an urgency fee that goes directly to the worker — the faster the start, the higher the fee.
I manage rentals or Airbnbs on Madeira remotely — how does this work for me?
Perfectly — many of our members are property managers living abroad. Report issues over WhatsApp from anywhere, and a local worker handles them on site. Follow-up messages confirm the job was done properly, and the Business plan covers up to 10 homes under one membership.
What does a membership cost?
Plans start at 19€ per month for one home, 79€ for up to 10 homes, and 249€ for up to 50 homes. You can cancel anytime — see the plans above for full details.
