If you are coming to Portugal either to buy a property or already own one you will no doubt be interested in the Home building and Renovation Show whi...
Solar power or Self Generation of solar power in Portugal means different things to different people.
Some people want to save money by self generati...
The hire of building tools is not very common here in Portugal.
So you may be tempted to look around for a cheap alternative to rental.
No1. Don’t b...
If you are thinking of buying an old cob walled home or building a cob house in Portugal or are already in progress building a taipa walled house. Her...
Questions and answers Roofs in Portugal
Roofs because of their relative inaccessibility and importance for keeping your home dry and sound are looked...
At this time of year when the first rains come many of us find ourselves focusing on our roofs and often there are more questions than answers.
Let u...
Beware a flat roof and flat roof problems.
The main problem with flat roofs in Portugal is not usually the type of material forming the weatherproof ...
Decking in Portugal is different
It can be a very attractive addition to your home making stunning pool side areas, flooring in a garden sun shade or...
Just bought a house in Portugal ?
If you have been to Portugal recently and bought a property for renovation.
Here is some very good news - We can h...
We were asked to take a look at insulating a typical stone house in Portugal.
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Are you one of US sunshine dreamers who came to Portugal on a short holiday of perhaps a business trip and thought.
You know what. I could get used t...
Looking after a swimming pool is rather like looking after the lawn back in the UK and the work required is as regular but in this sunshine not as ted...
If you are asking yourself how do I do a property survey myself?
You have come to the right place and particularly if you are looking at properties i...