Structural & Seismic
Explore our guides on structural & seismic: essential information for anyone buying, selling or renovating property in Portugal.
Structural risks in Portuguese houses, by build era
Portuguese buildings fail in patterns set by when they were built. What to expect from pombalino, gaioleiro, placa, 1980s and early 2000s construction.
7 September 202616 min
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Concrete cancer in Portuguese buildings: how to spot it before you buy
Concrete cancer in Portugal explained: carbonation, rebar corrosion, the phenolphthalein test engineers use, and the checks to run before you buy.
10 August 202611 min
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Energy Certificate Portugal (2026): Cost, Validity & How to Get It
What the certificado energético costs in 2026, how long it's valid, when it's legally required, and how to book one with an ADENE-registered assessor in 48h.
26 May 202615 min
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Structural and Seismic Inspection Portugal: The Buyer's Guide to Building Risk (2026)
Structural and seismic inspection Portugal explained: 10-year warranty under DL 84/2021, Eurocode 8, Portaria 302/2019, and what every buyer must verify before CPCV.
8 May 202620 min
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