Matosinhos · Greater Porto lajeforte.pt@gmail.com
Building · Renovation
Laje ForteConstruction
Building contractor in Greater Porto

Building and renovation
in Greater Porto

Good work starts on solid ground. Building and renovating homes, from drawing to finish — a whole project, or just the trade you are missing: painting, plumbing, electrics, air conditioning, carpentry and metalwork.

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The whole job

Building and refurbishment of homes and commercial premises, from the ground up or renovated.

Six trades

Painting, plumbing, electrics, air conditioning, carpentry and metalwork, coordinated by us.

A clear quote

Price and timeline in writing before work starts. We answer homeowners, companies and suppliers.

Building project Work in progress
MatosinhosGreater Porto
About

The person who quotes is the person who runs the job

Laje Forte is a building company in Greater Porto, based in Matosinhos. For each job we put together the trades it needs — and the person who gives you the quote is the person who follows the work through to handover.

We work with homeowners, companies, building management and supplier enquiries, on new builds, refurbishment and the renovation of houses and flats.

  • A written, itemised quote, with price and timeline
  • Every trade coordinated by us
  • Looked after from the first day to the last
How we work
Services

What we do

From the whole project to the single trade. Every job finished the way we would want it in our own home.

Building work

Building and refurbishment of homes and commercial premises.

Renovation of houses and flats

Full or partial renovation of homes and flats, in Matosinhos, Porto and Maia.

Painting & finishes

Inside and out, with surface preparation included.

Plumbing & electrics

Water and waste systems, electrical work, alterations and repairs.

Air conditioning

Installation and maintenance of climate control.

Carpentry & metalwork

Doors, cabinets and made-to-measure joinery; metal structures, gates and railings.

How we work

Four steps, no surprises

1

Get in touch

Tell us what you need by email. We come back with the right questions.

2

Site visit

We come and see the job — measurements, condition, and what photos never show.

3

The quote

Price and timeline in writing, itemised. What is on paper is what you pay.

4

The work

Carried out with supervision and handed over clean, ready to use.

Work

Jobs and trades

The kind of work we deliver — from a full renovation to a single trade.

Illustrative images of the kinds of job we take on. Photographs of our own work go here as jobs are completed.

Full home renovation
Homes · Interiors

Full renovation

 Kitchen renovation
Kitchens

Kitchens and appliance fitting

 Bathroom renovation
Bathrooms

Bathrooms and plumbing

 Interior painting and finishes
Finishes

Painting & finishes

 Made-to-measure carpentry
Carpentry

Made-to-measure carpentry

 Refurbishment and outdoor work
Exterior

Refurbishment and outdoor work
Free quote

Got a job on your hands? Tell us what you need.

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Where we work

Greater Porto and the North

Based in Matosinhos, we work across Greater Porto and travel to neighbouring districts depending on the job.

MatosinhosPortoMaiaVila do CondeGondomarVila Nova de GaiaBragaAveiro
Building work in Greater Porto
Frequently asked

Questions and answers

How much does it cost to renovate a flat in Porto?
It depends on the state of the property, the floor area and the materials. As an order of magnitude, in the Greater Porto market a renovation runs between 350 and 550 euros per square metre, and a full bathroom between 3,000 and 9,000 euros. The number that matters is the one for your job: it comes out of the site visit, in writing, itemised by trade.
How long does a renovation take?
A bathroom usually takes two to four weeks. A full renovation of a two or three bedroom flat takes two to four months, depending on how much plumbing and electrical work is involved. The timeline is part of the quote, with a start date and a handover date.
Can my job be invoiced at 6% VAT?
Since 1 July 2026 certain housing works can be invoiced at 6% VAT instead of 23%, under item 2.42 of List I of the Portuguese VAT Code. On an 8,000 euro job that is about 1,360 euros of difference. The conditions depend on the property, on what it will be used for, and on legal requirements on the invoicing side — so it is not something to promise over the phone. Tell us what you want to do: before the quote is closed we tell you which rate applies to your case, confirmed with our accountant.
What documents should you ask a building company for?
Before awarding the job, ask for: the company's commercial registration certificate, proof that it is up to date with the tax office and social security, and public liability insurance. For works above the legal thresholds, and for public works, a contractor licence or certificate issued by IMPIC is required — you can check it on the IMPIC portal by company name or tax number. If you need our documentation in order to award the job, say so in your enquiry.
How do you choose a builder you can trust?
Three things separate those who deliver from those who do not: a quote itemised by trade rather than a single figure; a written timeline with a handover date; and company documents handed over without fuss. Be wary of anyone who quotes without seeing the job, who asks for most of the money up front, or who puts nothing in writing.
Which areas do you cover?
Based in Matosinhos, we work across Greater Porto — Matosinhos, Porto, Maia, Vila do Conde, Gondomar, Vila Nova de Gaia — and travel to Braga and Aveiro depending on the job.
Does a quote cost anything?
No. The enquiry and the quote are free and without obligation. You get a price and a timeline in writing before you decide.
Can you do just one trade, or does it have to be the whole job?
Both. We take on whole projects, but we also step in for the single trade you are missing — painting, plumbing, electrics, air conditioning, carpentry or metalwork.
Do you answer company, building management and supplier enquiries?
Yes. As well as homeowners, we answer enquiries from companies, building management and suppliers. If you need company documentation for the enquiry, say so in your message.
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