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Safe Demolition & Structural Alterations: What You Need to Know

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Renovating a home often involves removing walls, altering layouts, or even partial demolitions. While these changes can enhance space and functionality, they also pose significant safety risks if not handled properly. Understanding the key principles of safe demolition and structural alterations can help prevent serious issues such as collapses, injuries, and costly mistakes. 1. Understanding …

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7 Common Renovation Pitfalls (And How to Avoid Them)

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Renovating an old or derelict home is an exciting challenge, but it’s also full of hidden risks. Whether you’re restoring a period property or upgrading a fixer-upper, making the wrong choices can lead to delays, budget overruns, and safety hazards. To help you plan your project wisely, here are seven of the most common home …

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Can You Get a Deadline Extension for the Derelict & Vacant Homes Scheme in Ireland?

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The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant, part of the Derelict & Vacant Homes Scheme, helps homeowners bring empty properties back to life. However, there’s a key deadline to be aware of—you must complete the refurbishment within 13 months of grant approval to qualify for funding. But what if your project faces delays? Let’s explore whether deadline …

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How to Maximise Your Grant: Combining Supports for a Bigger Budget

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Renovating a property in Ireland can be a substantial financial undertaking. However, by strategically combining available grants, homeowners can significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses. Two notable grants—the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant and the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) energy upgrade grants—can be leveraged together to maximize your renovation budget.

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What can we forecast for 2025 in the derelict & vacant homes market?

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It’s been a crazy year! We have seen a HUGE influx in the level of interest in renovating Derelict & Vacant Homes in Ireland. Driven primarily by the Government Grant scheme, we hope some of the projects are originating from a desire to restore old properties and to see a revival of traditional skills. Here …

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Exemptions from Irish Building Regulations for Home Renovations

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In this, the last post in our current series of three regarding Irish Building Regulations, we want to take a peek at some projects where the scope of works *may* be exempt from compliance. While Irish Building Regulations apply to most home renovation projects, certain works may be exempt from requiring full compliance or may …

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Understanding Irish Building Regulations: A Brief Guide for Home Renovations

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When undertaking a home renovation project in Ireland, it’s crucial to be aware of and comply with the Irish Building Regulations. These regulations are designed to ensure that all construction work, whether it’s a new build or a renovation, meets essential standards for safety, health, and sustainability. Here’s an overview of how these regulations apply …

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