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how long Removing render from stone houses

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, buying property in portugal, How to . . ., low cost build, refurbishment February 10, 2017

How long How long does it take to remove the cement render from a house wall and re-point between the stones with lime mortar. Many people ask is i...

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Doors through stone house walls

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, buying property in portugal, House for sale, How to . . ., Living in Portugal, property problems, refurbishment January 23, 2017

Doors through stone house walls You have found the ideal property in Portugal; perhaps it’s a traditional stone built house with lots of character bu...

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Condensation on your windows

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, damp house, Living in Portugal, property problems January 6, 2017

At this time of year do you suffer from condensation on your windows in bedrooms? We have noticed it in a lot of homes even with newly installed doub...

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multiple building projects

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, Building Plot, Construction land, low cost build, property problems, refurbishment December 20, 2016

We have worked together with a several clients on multiple building projects. They tell us that they like the regular communication and photo reports...

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Building in Portugal

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, Building Plot, Construction land, Living in Portugal, low cost build, refurbishment December 1, 2016

So you’re going to carry out some building in Portugal. Excited, you bet! Worried about the pitfalls and problems that you may meet along th...

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Property in the Silver Coast Exploring the towns, villages and countryside of this beautiful region will be enough to convince you that buying a property on the Silver Coast is a decision you won't regret. Owning a property on the Silver Coast is owning a property on an enchanted island with an ancient fortress, fragrant orchards and fruitful vineyards. Take time away from your Silver Coast property to explore the pine tree bordered lagoon and the gentle rolling hills; the historical monuments and museums; or, having spent the day on one of the wide stretches of beach, return to your Silver Coast property after an evening of fine gastronomy in any of the great restaurants the Silver Coast has to offer. Property in Lisbon Situated on the north banks of the River Tagus, the charm of Lisbon lies in its strong links to the past. From renovated palaces, magnificent churches and an impressive castle; the property in Lisbon mirrors the city's rich cultural heritage. 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Know the facts

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, Building Plot, Construction land, How to . . ., low cost build, refurbishment, Roof, swimming pool May 13, 2016

Do you know the facts, are you sure that you know the facts when it comes to having building work or a renovation done. “Ignorance may indeed be blis...

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Bought an old house or apartment in Lisbon

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, buying property in portugal, damp house, House for sale, How to . . ., low cost build, property problems, refurbishment, woodworm wood worm May 11, 2016

If you have bought an old house or apartment in Lisbon are you sure that you did enough detective work before you purchased an old house or apartment ...

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Heavy Rain

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, buying property in portugal, Living in Portugal, property problems, refurbishment, Roof May 3, 2016

When we think of Portugal the last thing that we think of is Heavy Rain. That is until you own a property here. [caption id="attachment_2744" align...

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Know what you are buying

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, buying property in portugal, House for sale, Living in Portugal, property problems, refurbishment April 28, 2016

Do you really know what you are buying ? In most things probably but when it comes to buying a house in Portugal are you sure? It was something whic...

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making your new home in Portugal special

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, buying property in portugal, Living in Portugal, property problems, refurbishment April 13, 2016

Making your new home in Portugal special We would all like a few ideas,hacks or instructions on how to make our new home in Portugal special. You c...

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the people we meet

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, buying property in portugal, House for sale, low cost build, property problems, refurbishment April 13, 2016

I love this picture don’t you? I love it for a slightly strange reason. For me it is like a metaphor for the people we meet. [caption id="attachment...

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Insulation in your home

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in Building in Portugal, buying property in portugal, damp house, Living in Portugal, property problems, refurbishment April 7, 2016

We have mentioned this before Insulation in your home but it is worth mentioning it again. Just in case you are not aware of this most houses and apa...

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Buying property in the historical zones

Posted By Castelo Construction Lda in buying property in portugal, damp house, Living in Portugal, property problems, refurbishment, woodworm wood worm March 12, 2016

An apartment or house in an old part of Portugal can be a great place to really get the feel of Portugal. If you are interested in buying property in ...

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