The downsides to underfloor heating
There are many advantages to go with heating your home…
Selfbuild Advice
Whether you’re a self builder, serial renovator or extending your current home, here’s what you need to know before taking the plunge.
Watchpoints for ROI vacant house grant renovation
Details of a renovation project that’s availing of the ROI…
New water plan to enforce penalties for faulty septic tanks
The ROI Water Action Plan 2024 aims to improve the…
Attic conversion ideas
If you’re wondering what to do with your roof space,…
Is it OK to have mould after plastering?
Is mould OK on ceilings and walls that have been…
Where to start when renovating an old farmhouse
If you’re building in Ireland, this is where to start…
Why are suppliers asking to pay money upfront?
Paying a deposit for large ticket items is the norm,…
How much does an attic conversion cost?
If you’re thinking of converting your roof space, find out…
What is a builder’s finish?
If you plan on building a house or extension you’ll…
Home building fees – 2024 update
Getting independent advice on your self-build or renovation project will…
Country style garden for sloping site in Co Galway
This country style garden design project found clever design solutions…
Tubs & Tiles: Designing your dream space
Tubs & Tiles offers a bespoke bathroom design service; here’s…
Grants in Ireland
A list of grants available for self-builders and home improvers…
Self-build site prices: the cost of land in 2024
From priciest to most affordable, Selfbuild looks at the cost…
Where an architect saves you money
How much can you really save from hiring a design…
Help to Buy Factsheet
Self-builders in ROI can get €30k in tax back from…
Insulating a 1970s bungalow
The pitfalls to insulating a 1970s bungalow, including where to…
Are heat pumps overkill for retrofits?
Heat pumps, which create on average four units of heat…
What’s the best building method in Ireland?
There are a lot of different ways to build a…
Guaranteed Irish: Build your home with trust
The Guaranteed Irish House Directory empowers self-builders with trusted local…
BEAM: Your guide to energy efficient ventilation
The BEAM guide to energy efficient ventilation in dwellings, including…
Ways to save on your self-build
You’ll have to start budgeting for your project early on;…
Report questions €100k supports for self-builders
TD urges protection of self-build supports amidst government report that…
Beam releases new product ideal for self-builds, extensions & renovations
Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) fan is an ultra quiet…
