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5 Renovation Decisions That Add the Most Value to Irish Homes

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When renovating a home in Ireland, not every improvement delivers the same return. Some upgrades significantly increase a property’s market value, comfort, and long-term efficiency, while others offer little more than cosmetic appeal. At Summit Matters Ltd, we specialise in renovating vacant, derelict, and older homes. Based on real-world projects—not television trends—these are the five …

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Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant: What Homeowners Get Wrong (and How to Avoid Costly Delays)

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The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant has opened the door for thousands of homeowners to bring empty and derelict houses back into use. However, while the grant is generous, many applicants experience delays, refusals, or unexpected costs—not because the scheme is flawed, but because of avoidable mistakes early in the process. At Summit Matters Ltd, we …

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As a self builder, do you know what your obligations are before and during construction?

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A lot of people undertake the role of project managing their selfbuild construction project, an impressive and challenging undertaking, partly to fulfill a desire to “build their own home” whilst also saving money that they would otherwise be paying to a building contractor. There are reasons why a building contractor is more expensive than self …

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Vacant & Derelict Home Consultation

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Turning a vacant or derelict property into a safe, compliant, and financially sound home can be an immensely rewarding project — but it also presents significant administrative, technical, and logistical challenges. In Ireland, the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG) offers up to €50,000 toward refurbishing vacant homes — or up to €70,000 for properties deemed …

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Top 5 Trends Shaping Sustainable Construction Methodologies

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Sustainable construction is no longer defined by a single material choice or certification target. Today’s best-performing projects take a whole-life approach — reducing embodied carbon, designing for reuse, and using data-driven methodologies to deliver durable, energy-efficient buildings with long-term value. At Summit Matters, we see these trends playing out on real projects, particularly in renovation, …

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Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG) in Ireland: DIY Works, Self‑Prepared Applications, and What Homeowners Need to Know

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The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG) is one of the most significant incentives available to homeowners looking to bring vacant or derelict properties back into use in Ireland. At Summit Matters Ltd, we regularly assist clients who are navigating this grant—often after encountering avoidable delays, reduced payments, or compliance issues arising from DIY works or …

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We’d Rather Explain the Price of Excellence than the Cost of Poor Work

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At Summit Matters Ltd, we believe that quality craftsmanship isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity. As specialists in derelict home renovations, we understand that every project is an investment, not just in a property, but in its future value, safety, and longevity. That’s why we stand by our principle: “We’d rather explain the price of …

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New 2025 Housing Grants: What’s Changing — And What It Means for Vacant Property Owners

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Ireland’s housing landscape is shifting again, and for anyone who owns a vacant or derelict property, the changes are good news. Alongside the existing Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant (VPRG), the Government has announced new proposals for 2025 aimed at accelerating the return of empty homes — and even empty commercial buildings — back into productive …

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Airtightness in Old Stone Houses in Ireland: How to Improve Without Harming Your Home

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Many Irish homeowners renovating old stone-built houses want to make them warmer and more energy-efficient — but airtightness can be a confusing topic. Traditional stone walls built with lime mortar behave very differently from modern block or timber-frame construction, so they need a more sensitive approach. At Summit Matters Ltd, we specialise in renovating older …

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If I get a builders  quote  for the grant application, do I still have to go with that builder?

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Great question and an easy one to answer. No. Getting a builder’s quote for your grant doesn’t tie you to that builder. It’s just to show the grant body what the work will cost. That said, it really helps if your quote comes from someone who knows the grant system. At Summit Group, we help …

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