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Registered Portuguese Architects & Civil Engineers · Nationwide Coverage · Bilingual Report in 48 Hours

Home, Property & Building Inspection Services in Portugal

Our building inspection services act as a true partner throughout your home-buying process, offering detailed, independent assessments so you can decide on the facts. We treat every property as if it were our own.

Our Services

Property Inspection Services

Choose the inspection type that fits your needs. All inspections include a bilingual digital report within 48 hours.

15+
YEARS PER INSPECTOR
13
CITIES COVERED
100%
ORDEM-REGISTERED INSPECTORS
48h
REPORT DELIVERY
Inspection Scope

What is included in the service?

During a home inspection we look at everything that can be seen and safely reached, from the roof covering to the visible base of the walls, and report what we found across building structure, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, architectural finishes, and more.

Structural Integrity

  • Visible signs of movement in walls and floors
  • Roof structure, covering, and flashings
  • External walls and render
  • Balconies and terraces

Interior Elements

  • Walls, floors, ceilings, and finishes
  • Windows, doors, and shutters
  • Staircases and balustrades
  • Moisture signs and insulation

Electrical Systems

  • Consumer unit and circuit breakers
  • Wiring condition and earthing
  • Sockets and lighting circuits
  • Safety compliance (RCDs)

Plumbing & Water

  • Water pressure and flow
  • Drainage and waste systems
  • Hot water and boiler systems
  • Visible pipework condition

HVAC Systems

  • Heating systems and boilers
  • Air conditioning units
  • Ventilation adequacy
  • Chimney and flue condition

Moisture & Environment

  • Rising damp and condensation
  • Mold and mildew indicators
  • Humidity readings throughout
  • Basement and garage condition
Simple & Transparent

How the Process Works

01

Book Your Inspection

Fill out the PIDS inspection form with property details. Receive a clear quote and confirm your booking with our team.

02

On-Site Inspection

Our qualified inspector visits the property (1–3 hours depending on size). You or your agent can be present for real-time insights.

03

Digital Report in 48 Hours

Receive a detailed bilingual report within 2 working days - photos, findings, severity ratings, and recommendations.

Why It Matters

Advantages of a building inspection

An independent property inspection gives you clear, unbiased information about the property's real condition - before you commit.

100%

registered architects and civil engineers, Ordem-verified - never generalists

13

cities covered, so the architect who inspects is local to the property

48h

bilingual report delivery - English and Portuguese

0

commissions or referral fees taken from agents, sellers or developers

★★★★★

PIDS home inspection caught hidden damp and an outdated fuse board in my 1950s flat. A detailed 30-page report landed the next morning and saved me €12,000 at the table.

SW
Sarah Whitfield
Porto buyer · Confidence in Buying
Nationwide Coverage

Property Inspections Across Portugal

PIDS carries out home and property inspections in every major region of Portugal, from Lisbon and Porto to the Algarve and Madeira. Find your area:

See What a Professional Sees Before You Commit

Get your inspection by qualified Portuguese architects and civil engineers - bilingual report in 48 hours. From €450.

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