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Capoto / ETICS · External wall insulation

External wall insulation for the whole facade.

House facade with a continuous finish and a defined plinth
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At a glance

In Portugal, capoto commonly refers to an ETICS system: insulation boards, fixing, reinforced base coat and finish work together. Thickness and junction details need to suit the building. A price per square metre without the system specification is not enough to compare offers.

Assessment before choosing a thickness

Tell us which rooms feel uncomfortable, at what time of year and whether there are moisture marks. Comfort also depends on windows, the roof, ventilation and how the home is used. Photographs alone cannot support a promised percentage saving.

The existing surface must be assessed. Loose coatings, water entry and junctions may require preparatory work before the system is installed.

Details to include in the quotation

Ask for the named system, insulation material and thickness, fixings, reinforcement and finish. Base details, corners, window reveals, sills and roof junctions need an explicit scope.

Plan for rainwater pipes and equipment attached to the facade. A complete proposal also identifies access, protection and the limits of the work.

Preparing for the visit

You do not need an exact area or a self-selected insulation product to enquire. Give the number of storeys, property location and main objective. Measurements and the technical solution are confirmed on site.

Your questions

Does capoto solve every cause of mould?

No. Insulation can change wall surface temperatures, but moisture and ventilation also need assessment. Active water entry requires its own remedy.

Is thicker insulation always the right choice?

The choice depends on the building, objectives and achievable details. Compare the complete design and system, rather than thickness alone.

Before you decide

Choose and maintain your external wall insulation.

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Your next step

Let’s talk about your facade.

Share the property location and the work you have in mind. The first conversation clarifies visit arrangements and the information needed for a quotation.

Location and contact details. Photos optional.

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