Algarve Builders
Bathroom Renovations in the Algarve
New bathrooms, en-suites and walk-in showers, built to cope with the Algarve’s damp winters and salty air. One team from design to the last tile, based in Portimão.
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A bathroom that still works in ten years
Most bathroom problems we get called out to in the Algarve are hidden ones. Waterproofing that was skipped, old plumbing that was never replaced, or a room with no proper ventilation that grows mould every winter. They all look fine on handover day, and then they don’t.
We have been renovating bathrooms for 25 years across the UK, France and now Portugal, so we do the boring parts properly. Membranes under every tile in the wet areas, new pipework where the old stuff is past it, and extraction that actually clears the steam.
Then we make it look good. Porcelain, natural stone, Portuguese azulejos or seamless microcement, walk-in showers with frameless glass, wall-hung fittings that make a small room feel bigger. If you have a bathroom you want to sort out, get in touch and we will come and look.
At a Glance
- Typical cost€5,000 to €25,000+, depending on size, finish and layout changes
- Typical timeline3 to 6 weeks on site
- WherePortimão, Lagos, Albufeira, Silves, Carvoeiro, Lagoa and across the Algarve
- Who forHomeowners, expats, holiday lets and property investors
Our Bathroom Services
What a bathroom renovation with us covers
From a straight swap of tired fittings to a full strip-out and new layout. These are the jobs we do most.
Full Bathroom Renovations
Strip back to the walls and floor, fix what is underneath, and rebuild. New layout if the old one never worked.
Walk-in Showers
Level-access showers with frameless glass. Bigger-feeling rooms and far easier to clean than a tray and curtain.
Waterproofing
Proper membranes under tiles and around showers. The step that gets skipped most, and the one that costs most when it is.
Tiling and Stone
Porcelain, ceramic, marble, limestone and traditional azulejos. Textured finishes on the floor so it is safe when wet.
Microcement Finishes
One seamless surface across floors, walls and showers, with no grout lines. Clean, modern and well suited to Algarve homes.
Plumbing and Ventilation
New pipework where older Portuguese homes need it, good water pressure, and extraction that stops damp and mould.
Why Hart Construction
25 years of experience. A team that actually shows up.
A bathroom is a small room with a lot of trades in it: plumber, electrician, tiler, plasterer, glazier. We run all of them, so you have one person to call.
- 25 years of experience across the UK, France and Portugal
- Full project management, one point of contact throughout
- English-speaking team with deep knowledge of Portuguese regulations
- Transparent pricing, written contracts, staged payments
- Vetted tradespeople we have worked with for years
- Based in Portimão, available and accountable throughout your project
How It Works
From first visit to first shower
Initial Conversation
Tell us about the bathroom and what you want from it. No obligation, just a straight conversation about whether we are the right fit.
Site Visit and Scope
We look at the room, the plumbing, the drainage and the ventilation, and agree a layout and finish with you.
Proposal and Contract
A clear, itemised quote with a written contract. Payment stages tied to build milestones, not arbitrary dates.
Build and Handover
We do the work, keep you updated with photos if you are away, and hand over only when it meets our own standard.
Questions We Get Asked
Bathroom renovations in the Algarve: your questions answered
How much does a bathroom renovation cost in the Algarve?
As a rough guide, a basic refresh with new fixtures, tiles and paint runs €5,000 to €10,000. A mid-range renovation with quality materials and some layout changes is typically €10,000 to €20,000. High-end bathrooms with premium finishes, custom features or structural work can go past €25,000. We give you an itemised quote before any work starts.
How long does a bathroom renovation take?
Most take 3 to 6 weeks from start to finish. A simple refit can be done in about 2 weeks. Bigger jobs with layout changes, structural work or made-to-order materials can take 8 weeks or more. We give you a programme up front and tell you straight away if anything changes.
Do I need permission to renovate a bathroom in Portugal?
A like-for-like refit usually does not. Structural changes or adding floor space normally need a licence from your local Câmara Municipal, and plumbing and electrical work must meet Portuguese safety standards. We handle the paperwork and make sure the work is properly documented.
Is microcement a good choice for a bathroom?
Yes, when it is applied and sealed properly. It gives you one seamless surface with no grout lines to clean, which is why it has become so popular in modern Portuguese bathrooms. We can show you finished examples so you can see and touch it before you decide.
Can you manage the job if I am not in Portugal?
Yes. Many of our clients are expats or overseas owners who cannot be on site. We send regular updates, photos and video walkthroughs, and act as your representative on the ground. You will have a direct line to us throughout.
Do you work across the whole Algarve?
We are based in Portimão and work across the Algarve, including Lagos, Albufeira, Silves, Carvoeiro, Lagoa and the surrounding areas. Tell us where the property is and we will let you know straight away.
Still at the planning stage? Read our guide: how to plan a bathroom renovation in the Algarve. Or see our other house renovation services.