Renovation · Portugal
Renovate in Portugal without the guesswork
We personally match you with a vetted, English-speaking contractor and get you a detailed quote checked against regional data, completely free. No local contacts? No problem. We handle the vetting, the language, and the paperwork.
Free matching for homeowners · English-speaking options · Vetted and verified contractors · Feedback-based ranking
By situation
Which renovation situation matches yours
Most renovation projects in Portugal start from one of four positions. Find yours below to see what Remodel handles first.
Renovating before you move
Can't be on-site to vet contractors yourself? We coordinate quotes, site visits and updates over WhatsApp and video call until you land.
Already living in Portugal
Tired of the WhatsApp black hole and vague quotes? We match you with a contractor who responds and shows up, with English-speaking options available on request.
Investor or rental owner
Manage a property you don't live in? We help with recurring maintenance, turnover renovations, and contractors who report back without being chased.
Considering a property that needs work
Want a renovation cost estimate before you buy? We scope it so you can factor renovation cost into your offer.
What we cover
Renovation category pricing (transparent)
Every category shows a price range and typical duration. Quotes from your matched contractor are itemised and checked against remodel project data before you see them.
Kitchen refit
Cabinets, worktops, tiling, appliances, from a refresh to a full redesign.
See kitchen refit guide →Bathroom rebuild
Wet rooms, suite installs, full retiling, plumbing.
See bathroom guide →Full renovation
Complete apartment or house transformations, full trade team coordinated.
See full renovation guide →Outdoor / landscaping
Terraces, patios, pool areas, outdoor living done right.
See outdoor guide →Electrical rewiring
Full rewires, panel upgrades, lighting plans, essential in older buildings.
See electrical guide →Plumbing overhaul
Pipe replacement, boiler installs, new bathrooms.
See plumbing guide →How it works
Three steps to a vetted contractor
No browsing directories, no cold-calling, no hoping the person who shows up speaks English. We handle the vetting. You handle the decision.
Tell us what you need
What room, roughly how big, your area, and what you're hoping to spend. Under two minutes, no account needed.
We find the right contractor
One contractor from our network with experience in your project type and area, not a list of ten to sift through.
You get a proper quote
The contractor visits, assesses the work, and sends a detailed itemised quote before anyone picks up a hammer.
Coverage
Areas we cover
We focus on the areas where foreign property owners are most active. Each area has its own contractor network, matched to local building stock and regulations.
Compare before you choose
Remodel vs. finding someone yourself
| Criterion | Remodel | Facebook Groups & Referrals |
|---|---|---|
| Licence & insurance | Vetted and verified before joining | Rarely checked |
| English communication | English-speaking options available on request | Down to luck |
| Response time | Replies within 24h, or removed from network | Can go quiet for weeks |
| Pricing | Itemised quotes, checked against regional medians | "Trust me" estimates |
| Foreign-owner markup | Checked against remodel project data | Often 15–30% higher, unchecked |
What we verify
Every contractor meets a clear standard
Foreign homeowners can't visit sites every week. These are the checks we run before adding any contractor to the network.
Vetted and verified, every contractor is vetted and verified before joining the network.
Customer-centric and transparent, itemised quotes and straight answers before and during the work.
Reliable track record, references and finished work reviewed, not just paperwork.
Insurance in writing, proof of liability insurance requested before work starts.
Pricing table
Renovation prices in Portugal, by category
| Category | From | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical rewiring | from €5,000 | 2–4 weeks |
| Plumbing overhaul | from €8,000 | 3–6 weeks |
| Bathroom rebuild | €12,000–€38,000 | 4–8 weeks |
| Outdoor / landscaping | from €15,000 | 6–12 weeks |
| Kitchen refit | €8,000–€48,000 | 8–14 weeks |
| Full renovation | from €85,000 | 16–30 weeks |
Honest answers
Questions every expat asks
Tell us about your project, get a competitive quote back
Scope your renovation in a few minutes and we'll match you with a vetted and verified contractor, benchmark your quote, and keep everything in English from start to finish.
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