We at the Algarve Construction Company know the difficulties of constructing a home in a foreign country. Learn as a property owner what to anticipate from the Algarve building process with the help of our builder's knowledge and the guidance of our partner architects and project managers.
Overview of the Algarve Market
Local contractors anticipate their customers will be picky, so they build to their standards. The construction industry uses the most cutting-edge procedures and materials and requires its workers to be up-to-date on all the latest developments and potential customer needs. We may be on the edge of Europe. Still, as local builders, we use cutting-edge methods and equipment to guarantee the highest standards of quality and the most luxurious finishes.
Construction timings
The typical building period for a villa is two years. Considering the technical complexity of most projects and the home automation technologies often incorporated, the licensing procedure typically takes roughly four months, while building itself takes at least 14 months. If you renovate an existing villa, you may have your new house in about a year.
Number of visits during the process
Most new owners can reduce their time away from home by hiring a project manager to serve as their representative and intermediary during the construction process. In all contractual and building-related issues, the project manager is there to help the owner. Project managers are crucial because they closely monitor budgets, help bridge communication gaps, and provide invaluable local knowledge to customers.
Even with a well-organized project manager, you'll need to meet with the architect six times to ensure they've accounted for your preferences and needs. You'll only have to deal with your architect, project manager, and builder during the whole process since they'll be responsible for subcontracting everything else.
Energy efficiency
These days, homes are built with efficiency in mind. Due to their sturdy nature, houses might be difficult to keep in a “green” state. But, advancements in double-paned window frames, thermal insulation, and ventilation systems, to mention a few, have made it much simpler to verify a building's eco-friendliness in recent years. The government's rigorous rules have made energy certification mandatory in Portugal.
