Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Home Sweet Home? Or Humidity, Mold Growth, Ventilation & Thermal Comfort Issues?
Information & contact details for our expert guest from Energon - expatsportugal.com/business-directory/energon
Latent conditions in your Portuguese house & how to correct them the right way!
Thinking of buying or renting a home in Portugal? Or are you already living here & struggling with unexpected damp, mold, or discomfort in your home? Many people assume they will enjoy warm winters & cool summers, only to find themselves battling cold, humid interiors, higher-than-expected energy bills, & poor air quality.
Homes in Portugal are built differently from what you may be used to, & understanding these differences is crucial before you buy, sign a long-term rental, or try to improve your current home.
Join our expert guest from Energon to find out more, including:
00:00 Introduction
03:33 Types of construction in Portugal
05:18 Buying on emotion can lead to overlooking potential problems
05:50 Why do Portuguese homes have so many problems?
08:00 Cultural expectations of comfort
11:10 "Solid" construction materials with thermal issues
13:42 Common misconceptions about Portugal's climate
16:05 Rainwater, drainage & guttering
17:47 Understanding the causes of mold
22:00 A holistic approach: Top-to-bottom inspection
24:36 How Portuguese culture shapes comfort perceptions
26:02 The importance of getting a survey
28:55 The evolution of building materials - concrete to wood
32:20 Learning the hard way: Loss of personal belongings to mold
33:30 Building inspections are not the norm
35:40 The seller didn't like my request for an inspection
37:01 An A energy-rated property with mildew issues
38:54 VMC & VMI: What they are and how they help
40:56 Is stone better for combating thermal issues?
41:48 Buying a home on emotion & dealing with the problems later
42:50 Building quality: Is any decade better than others?
44:22 Hemp as a building material
45:31 Wooden constructions & fire risk
47:40 Stone: Insulating the inside, outside or both?
50:14 Re-engineered wood vs. traditional timber
Whether you are house hunting, renting, or already living in Portugal, this webinar will give you better knowledge to make informed decisions & improve your living conditions. You will also have the chance to connect with others in our community.
Don’t let hidden home issues catch you off guard; learn what to look out for & how to stay ahead!
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*ABOUT EXPATS PORTUGAL* 
expatsportugal.com
Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been assisting people in finding the information, contacts & support they need to migrate to, settle in, & enjoy Portugal!
Having already been through the process ourselves, our team is keen to assist in making the process smoother, help you avoid costly mistakes, & get the most out of Portugal, sooner!
Through our many years of experience, we've built & continue to grow our excellent network of trusted professionals; bringing you the most reliable & up-to-date advice, as well as negotiating exclusive discounts on your behalf. We enjoy sharing our contacts, knowledge & experience to offer extra support in all aspects of moving to Portugal.
*COMMUNITY* - Our network of 15.4k+ members come from all over the globe, all united by our interest in & love for Portugal. We connect through our community forum & events.
*SUPPORT & INFORMATION* - In addition to the wealth of information on our YouTube channel, you can ask questions & search through thousands of useful forum posts to find all you need. Everything from: country specific information such as, moving to Portugal from the USA, D7, D8 & Golden Visas, Portuguese citizenship & residency, tax in Portugal, NHR tax breaks, buying & renting property, the best places to live, retiring in Portugal, healthcare & medical insurance, Brits in Portugal & so much more! - expatsportugal.com/community
*EXTRA SUPPORT* - You don't have to struggle through this alone! See our membership options - expatsportugal.com/join-us
*EVENTS* - Online & in person events to get you the expert information you need & the opportunity to make new friends in Portugal & worldwide - expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on
*KEEP UPDATED* - Join our community &/or mailing list - expatsportugal.com
#expatcommunity #expatexperts #HomeSweetHome #LivingInPortugal #PortugalHomes #ExpatsInPortugal #MoldPrevention #HumidityIssues #MoldGrowth #VentilationSolutions #ThermalComfort #HomeInspections #DampProblems #MoistureControl #HealthyHomeTips #BuildingScience #SustainableLiving
Home Sweet Home? Or Humidity, Mold Growth, Ventilation & Thermal Comfort Issues?
Information & contact details for our expert guest from Energon - expatsportugal.com/business-directory/energon
Latent conditions in your Portuguese house & how to correct them the right way!
Thinking of buying or renting a home in Portugal? Or are you already living here & struggling with unexpected damp, mold, or discomfort in your home? Many people assume they will enjoy warm winters & cool summers, only to find themselves battling cold, humid interiors, higher-than-expected energy bills, & poor air quality.
Homes in Portugal are built differently from what you may be used to, & understanding these differences is crucial before you buy, sign a long-term rental, or try to improve your current home.
Join our expert guest from Energon to find out more, including:
00:00 Introduction
03:33 Types of construction in Portugal
05:18 Buying on emotion can lead to overlooking potential problems
05:50 Why do Portuguese homes have so many problems?
08:00 Cultural expectations of comfort
11:10 "Solid" construction materials with thermal issues
13:42 Common misconceptions about Portugal's climate
16:05 Rainwater, drainage & guttering
17:47 Understanding the causes of mold
22:00 A holistic approach: Top-to-bottom inspection
24:36 How Portuguese culture shapes comfort perceptions
26:02 The importance of getting a survey
28:55 The evolution of building materials - concrete to wood
32:20 Learning the hard way: Loss of personal belongings to mold
33:30 Building inspections are not the norm
35:40 The seller didn't like my request for an inspection
37:01 An A energy-rated property with mildew issues
38:54 VMC & VMI: What they are and how they help
40:56 Is stone better for combating thermal issues?
41:48 Buying a home on emotion & dealing with the problems later
42:50 Building quality: Is any decade better than others?
44:22 Hemp as a building material
45:31 Wooden constructions & fire risk
47:40 Stone: Insulating the inside, outside or both?
50:14 Re-engineered wood vs. traditional timber
Whether you are house hunting, renting, or already living in Portugal, this webinar will give you better knowledge to make informed decisions & improve your living conditions. You will also have the chance to connect with others in our community.
Don’t let hidden home issues catch you off guard; learn what to look out for & how to stay ahead!
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Love our channel? You can also support us by becoming a YouTube member - youtube.com/channel/UCONoNEVBaAyCFcY6QpaFvbA/join
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
*ABOUT EXPATS PORTUGAL* 
expatsportugal.com
Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been assisting people in finding the information, contacts & support they need to migrate to, settle in, & enjoy Portugal!
Having already been through the process ourselves, our team is keen to assist in making the process smoother, help you avoid costly mistakes, & get the most out of Portugal, sooner!
Through our many years of experience, we've built & continue to grow our excellent network of trusted professionals; bringing you the most reliable & up-to-date advice, as well as negotiating exclusive discounts on your behalf. We enjoy sharing our contacts, knowledge & experience to offer extra support in all aspects of moving to Portugal.
*COMMUNITY* - Our network of 15.4k+ members come from all over the globe, all united by our interest in & love for Portugal. We connect through our community forum & events.
*SUPPORT & INFORMATION* - In addition to the wealth of information on our YouTube channel, you can ask questions & search through thousands of useful forum posts to find all you need. Everything from: country specific information such as, moving to Portugal from the USA, D7, D8 & Golden Visas, Portuguese citizenship & residency, tax in Portugal, NHR tax breaks, buying & renting property, the best places to live, retiring in Portugal, healthcare & medical insurance, Brits in Portugal & so much more! - expatsportugal.com/community
*EXTRA SUPPORT* - You don't have to struggle through this alone! See our membership options - expatsportugal.com/join-us
*EVENTS* - Online & in person events to get you the expert information you need & the opportunity to make new friends in Portugal & worldwide - expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on
*KEEP UPDATED* - Join our community &/or mailing list - expatsportugal.com
#expatcommunity #expatexperts #HomeSweetHome #LivingInPortugal #PortugalHomes #ExpatsInPortugal #MoldPrevention #HumidityIssues #MoldGrowth #VentilationSolutions #ThermalComfort #HomeInspections #DampProblems #MoistureControl #HealthyHomeTips #BuildingScience #SustainableLiving
