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Renovating a Property in Portugal? We Manage It for You

Fixed written quote and weekly photo updates — even if you live abroad.

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Small repair? BTS Resolve
Trust on every site
Why BTS, Building The Solution

Work done right. Deadlines kept.

One team follows your project from the first visit to the handover — and you always know where it stands, even from abroad.

Fixed written quote

Itemised and final — no hidden extras.

Bilingual manager

English and Portuguese from day one.

Weekly photo updates

Follow the work from anywhere.

Licensed & insured

IMPIC licence 115511.

Recent work by our team

Photos from our own projects in Northern Portugal — new builds, stonework, pools and interiors.

Infinity pool over the Douro valley
PoolsInfinity pool over the Douro valley
New window opening in an old schist wall
RehabilitationNew window opening in an old schist wall
Terraced houses with stone-clad pillars
New constructionTerraced houses with stone-clad pillars
Steel window frame above a stone wall
FaçadesSteel window frame above a stone wall
Walls repainted by our team
InteriorsWalls repainted by our team
Room ready after repainting
InteriorsRoom ready after repainting
Room finished and handed back clean
InteriorsRoom finished and handed back clean
Schist stone walls laid by hand
StoneworkSchist stone walls laid by hand
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Free visit & quoteNo obligation. Video call if you are abroad.
Simple and clear

How we work

From the first contact to the finished work, we handle everything so the process stays simple and transparent.

01

First contact

Form, WhatsApp or phone — we talk about your property.

02

Visit & assessment

On site, or by video call if you are abroad.

03

Detailed proposal

A fixed written quote with timing and specifications.

04

Execution

We build, with weekly photo updates until handover.

Ready to start your project?

Talk to us today and get a free, no-obligation quote.

Our services

Renovation, new builds, pools and roofs in Northern Portugal — always with a fixed written quote.

Granite stone house in northern Portugal

Your Property, Transformed From Foundation to Finish

  • Full renovations and new builds
  • Structure, plumbing and electrics
  • Kitchens, bathrooms and finishing
  • Every step documented — every decision yours
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Pool among vineyard terraces in the Douro region

Pools Built to Last Under the Portuguese Sun

  • Design, excavation, tiling and decking
  • All technical installations included
  • Infinity edges and mosaic finishes
  • Turnkey — no subcontractor surprises
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Terracotta roofs and tiled façades in Porto

Protecting Your Investment From the Top Down

  • Roof repairs and replacements
  • Traditional terracotta or modern materials
  • Foundations, retaining walls and drainage
  • Septic systems and waterproofing
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What Will Your Project Cost? Find Out in 30 Seconds

Three quick questions — no email needed. You get an indicative price range and timeline for Northern Portugal.

HomeCare Subscription Plans

Regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency response for real estate owners who aren't always on the ground. Three tiers from €99/month.

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Transparency. Communication. Results.

We built our process around what real estate owners actually need

A Quote You Can Trust

Our estimates are written, itemised, and final. No surprises, no hidden extras, no pressure to sign on the spot.

Bilingual From Day One

English-speaking project management from enquiry to handover. Portuguese execution with local suppliers and licensed tradespeople.

Documented Progress

Photo and video updates at every stage, whether you're on site or managing remotely from abroad. You always know where your project stands.

Owner-Managed Projects

A company principal manages your build directly. You'll have their phone number — no call centres, no runaround.

Licensed & IMPIC Certified

Fully licensed contractor registered with IMPIC. Insured, compliant, and operating under Portuguese construction law.

Meticulous Finish

We don't leave until the site is clean and the snagging list is empty. Quality is in the details — and the cleanup.

What You Need to Know

Tell us about your property

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BTS Resolve

Something broken at home? BTS resolves it.

Send us a photo. We tell you what needs doing and what it costs — before anyone comes.

Own team · IMPIC licence 115511 · Invoice for every job

What we fix

PlumbingLeaks, taps, drains, toilets
ElectricalSockets, lights, fuse boards
RoofsLeaks, broken tiles, gutters
PaintingWalls, ceilings, damp stains
Garden & outdoorPaths, walls, small landscape works
Home maintenanceDoors, windows, tiles and everything else

How it works

  1. Send a photoOn WhatsApp or with the form below. Add a few words about the problem.
  2. We tell you the priceYou know what needs doing and what it costs before anyone comes.
  3. Our builder fixes itOur own team does the work. You get an invoice.
What does it cost?

It depends on the problem. We confirm the price after seeing your photos, before any work starts.

Douro Valley, Aveiro, Porto — tell us where the property is and we confirm.

Or tell us here

We're Hiring Skilled Construction Professionals

Our team is growing across Northern Portugal. If you take pride in solid, clean work, we want to hear from you — send us your CV and apply in a few minutes.

Employment contract Steady, year-round work Safety gear (PPE) provided Pay based on experience
Open position

Pedreiro

Stonemason · Bricklayer
Aveiro · Porto · Douro Valley Full-time 3+ years' experience

What you'll do

  • Build and repair stone and brick masonry walls
  • Restore traditional granite and schist walls on rural properties
  • Build retaining walls, foundations and small concrete works
  • Lay blocks, render and prepare surfaces for finishing

What we're looking for

  • Proven experience as a mason (pedreiro)
  • Knowledge of natural stone — granite, schist
  • Able to read basic construction drawings
  • Reliable, tidy and safety-minded; driving licence is a plus
Open position

Carpinteiro de Cofragem

Formwork Carpenter
Aveiro · Porto · Douro Valley Full-time 2+ years' experience

What you'll do

  • Assemble and strip formwork for foundations, slabs, beams, columns and walls
  • Work with traditional timber and modular/metal formwork systems
  • Set out, level and brace formwork to the drawings
  • Support concrete pours and look after equipment and materials

What we're looking for

  • Proven experience as a formwork carpenter
  • Able to read structural drawings and take accurate measurements
  • Safe working at height and with power tools
  • Team player, punctual; driving licence is a plus

Send Us Your Application

Apply for an open position or send a spontaneous application for any construction trade.

  1. Fill in the formTakes about 2 minutes.
  2. Send it with your CVBy WhatsApp or email — a PDF or a photo of your CV is fine.
  3. We call you backWithin 5 working days to arrange a meeting.
WhatsApp: +351 91 396 55 33 Email: geral@bts-grupo.com
HomeCare by BTS

Care Plans: Full Service Guide

Everything included in your subscription, what requires additional payment, labour rates, response times, and billing. No surprises, no hidden costs.

Essential Care
€99/month
or €119/month billed quarterly · €1,188/year

Ideal for: seasonal second homes, unoccupied estates, and investment properties where the owner is abroad most of the year and needs reliable eyes on the ground.

Service Level Agreement
Inspection Frequency
Every 2 months (6/year)
Emergency Response
Next business day
Communication
Email reports in English
Reporting
Photo & video dossier per visit
Inspections & Monitoring
Bi-monthly property security & condition check
Included
A licensed technician visits your property every two months to check all exterior and interior areas: door and window locks, shutters, perimeter fencing, signs of forced entry or vandalism, visible water damage, roof condition from ground level, gutter blockage, garden overgrowth, pest activity, and general structural appearance.
Annual Autumn Winter-Proofing Audit
Included
Full exterior inspection of roof tiles, chimneys, guttering, downpipes, external rendering, and stone masonry. Interior checks for rising damp, condensation points, window seal integrity, and drainage system flow. You receive a comprehensive digital dossier in English with prioritised repair recommendations.
Thermal moisture-mapping scan
Not included
Advanced thermal imaging to detect hidden moisture inside stone walls. Available as an add-on at €180 per session. Included with Active Host and Grand Quinta Care.
Drone aerial roof & terrace inspection
Not included
High-resolution drone photography of roofing, terraces, retaining walls, and drainage systems. Available as an add-on at €150 per flight. Included with Grand Quinta Care.
Maintenance & Repairs
Minor preventive adjustments during inspections
Included
Small tasks under 15 minutes requiring no materials: tightening handles, resetting breakers, clearing gutters by hand, checking water pressure, running taps to prevent pipe seal dry-out.
Handyman hours for scheduled maintenance
Not included
Repairs beyond minor adjustments are billed at the member rate of €25–40/hour plus materials at cost. Written quote provided before any work begins. Included monthly hours available with Active Host (2 hrs) and Grand Quinta Care (4 hrs).
Emergency call-out and repair
Extra — member rate
Call-out fee €60, plus labour at €25–40/hr and materials at cost. Next-business-day response. Faster SLAs with Active Host (4 hrs) and Grand Quinta Care (2 hrs).
Communication & Reporting
English-language inspection reports with photos & video
Included
Structured report via email with timestamped photographs, video clips, written observations, condition summary, and recommended actions with estimated costs.
WhatsApp direct line to estate manager
Not included
Available with Active Host and Grand Quinta Care. Essential Care clients communicate via email with a 48-hour response commitment.
Compliance & Documentation
100% NIF-registered invoicing for all services
Included
Every service is invoiced with full NIF registration, compliant with Portuguese tax law. Essential documentation for Capital Gains Tax deductions when you sell the property.
AICCOPN Class-2 licensed tradespeople only
Included
Every technician holds AICCOPN certification and carries full professional liability insurance.

What is NOT covered by any plan: Utility bills, property taxes (IMI), condominium fees, insurance premiums, furniture or appliance purchases, pool chemical supplies, garden landscaping redesign, or any cosmetic renovation project.

Need faster emergency response, monthly handyman hours, or WhatsApp access? Upgrade to Active Host and get a 4-hour emergency SLA plus 2 included maintenance hours every month.

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Active Host
€249/month
or €289/month billed quarterly · €2,988/year

Ideal for: rental properties (Alojamento Local), frequently visited estates, and owners who need their property continuously guest-ready.

Service Level Agreement
Inspection Frequency
Monthly (12/year)
Emergency Response
4 hours (7 days/week)
Communication
WhatsApp + email
Included Maintenance
2 handyman hours/month
Everything in Essential Care, plus:
Monthly property inspection (doubled frequency)
Included
2 hours of handyman maintenance per month
Included
Thermal moisture-mapping scan
Included
4-hour emergency response SLA (7 days/week)
Included
WhatsApp direct line to your estate manager
Included
Pre-arrival guest readiness turnaround
Included
Proactive maintenance scheduling
Included
Additional Services (Billed Separately)
Maintenance hours beyond 2 hrs/month
Extra — €25–40/hr
Drone aerial inspection
Extra — €150/flight
Major structural works
Extra — quoted
Guest turnarounds beyond 6/year
Extra — €75 each

About materials costs: All materials are billed at cost with supplier receipts provided. We never mark up materials. You benefit from our trade accounts — typically 10–20% below retail prices.

Managing a vineyard, boutique hotel, or premium quinta? Upgrade to Grand Quinta Care for a 2-hour priority SLA, 4 monthly maintenance hours, drone inspections, and a dedicated estate manager.

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Grand Quinta Care
€499/month
or €579/month billed quarterly · €5,988/year

Ideal for: premium estates with vineyards, boutique wine hotels (Quintas), luxury guesthouses, and high-value heritage properties.

Service Level Agreement
Inspection Frequency
Monthly + ad-hoc storm checks
Emergency Response
2 hours — priority dispatch
Communication
Dedicated estate manager
Included Maintenance
4 handyman hours/month
Everything in Active Host, plus:
Priority 2-hour emergency SLA (24/7, 365 days)
Included
4 hours of handyman maintenance per month
Included
Dedicated estate manager (named contact)
Included
Drone aerial inspection (2 flights/year)
Included
Thermal moisture-mapping (2 sessions/year)
Included
Retaining wall & terrace structural monitoring
Included
Agricultural drainage system management
Included
Unlimited guest readiness turnarounds
Included
Ad-hoc storm and extreme weather checks
Included
Capital Gains Tax documentation package
Included
Additional Services (Billed Separately)
Maintenance hours beyond 4 hrs/month
Extra — €25–40/hr
Major structural works & renovation projects
Extra — quoted
Utility & administrative payment management
Extra — €30/month

Grand Quinta Care members receive priority crew allocation. During peak demand, our regional crew prioritises Grand Quinta properties. In a market where 86% of construction firms cannot find available labour, this guaranteed crew access is your most valuable asset protection.

Side-by-Side Comparison
ServiceEssential €99Active Host €249Grand Quinta €499
Inspections
Property inspections per year61212 + storm
Autumn Winter-Proofing Audit✓✓✓
Thermal moisture-mapping€1801/year2/year
Drone aerial inspection€150€1502/year
Retaining wall monitoring——✓
Post-storm proactive check——✓
Maintenance & Repairs
Included handyman hours/month—2h4h
Additional labour rate€25–40/hr€25–40/hr€25–40/hr
Project management feeQuotedQuotedIncluded
Emergency Response
Emergency SLANext business day4h (7 days)2h (24/7)
Emergency call-out fee€60WaivedWaived
Included emergency labour—30 min60 min
Communication
Photo/video reports✓✓✓
WhatsApp—✓✓
Dedicated estate manager——✓
Guest & Rental
Pre-arrival turnarounds€756/yearUnlimited
Compliance
NIF-registered invoicing✓✓✓
AICCOPN✓✓✓
CGT documentation——✓
Billing & Contract Terms

Payment Options

Annual billing (best value) or quarterly at a modest premium. All subscriptions paid in advance by bank transfer or direct debit. 23% IVA included in all displayed prices.

Minimum Commitment

Annual: 12-month minimum. Quarterly: 6-month minimum. Cancel with 30 days' written notice after minimum period. No cancellation fees.

Plan Changes

Upgrade at any time (pro-rated). Downgrade at end of current billing period. All inspection records and maintenance logs carry over.

Additional Work

Quoted in writing before it begins. You approve via email or WhatsApp. Invoiced within 7 days. Payment due within 15 days. All NIF-registered.

Materials Policy

Always billed at cost, never marked up. Supplier receipts provided. We source from regional trade suppliers — typically 10–20% below retail.

Labour Rates

General handyman €25/hr, plumber/electrician €32/hr, mason/roofer €40/hr. Benchmarked against qualified skilled labour in the region.

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