Internal Wall Insulation in Blackrock
Insulated dry-lining for homes where the outside cannot change, done with careful vapour and moisture control. Covering Blackrock village, Booterstown, Monkstown and the surrounding area.
Internal Wall Insulation for Blackrock homes
Blackrock's coastal period homes through Booterstown and Monkstown are often protected or in conservation areas, so internal insulation is how their solid walls get upgraded. Sea exposure means walls can be damp, and we test before choosing a system, favouring breathable materials on exposed elevations. Inland estate homes generally suit cavity or external insulation, with internal lining used only for individual rooms.
How homes in Blackrock lose heat
Period homes along the coast have solid walls, suspended floors and big sash windows facing the sea wind, often rating E to G. The inland estates follow the mid-century pattern of cavity walls built empty or partly filled, with ratings around D.
Typical housing: Victorian and Edwardian seafront terraces, period semis through Booterstown and Monkstown, and mid-century estate housing inland.
Planning: Significant parts of Blackrock, Booterstown and Monkstown are Architectural Conservation Areas with many protected structures.
How internal wall insulation works
Internal wall insulation lines the inside face of external walls with insulated boards or a stud and insulation system, then replasters. It suits homes where the exterior has to stay as it is: red-brick period terraces, protected structures, Architectural Conservation Areas, or a single elevation that cannot be wrapped externally.
Read the full guide to internal wall insulation or, for extensions and whole-house retrofits in Blackrock, see MZCC.ie in Blackrock.
Internal Wall Insulation in Blackrock: questions
Do you carry out internal wall insulation in Blackrock?
Yes. We cover Blackrock and the surrounding Dublin area, including Blackrock village, Booterstown, Monkstown. Victorian and Edwardian seafront terraces, period semis through Booterstown and Monkstown, and mid-century estate housing inland.
Is planning permission an issue for internal wall insulation in Blackrock?
Significant parts of Blackrock, Booterstown and Monkstown are Architectural Conservation Areas with many protected structures. We check the planning position for your specific house at the free survey, before any work is specified.
Is there a grant for internal wall insulation in Blackrock?
SEAI individual grants for internal wall insulation (dry-lining) are €4,500 for a detached house, €3,500 for a semi-detached or end-of-terrace, €2,000 for a mid-terrace and €1,500 for an apartment, for homes built and occupied before 2011. Grant amounts are set nationally by SEAI and change from time to time, so check seai.ie before applying. We confirm what your home is likely to qualify for during the survey.
How much room space does internal insulation take?
Usually 60mm to 100mm off each external wall, depending on the system. On a typical room that is a small loss of floor area for a large gain in comfort.
Is internal insulation safe for solid brick walls?
It is when the system suits the wall. Solid brick needs moisture to be able to move, so we choose between breathable and vapour-closed systems after assessing the wall and detail the junctions carefully.
Can I live in the house during the work?
Yes, we work room by room so the rest of the house stays usable. Each room is out of use for one to two days.
Book a free survey in Blackrock.
We cover Blackrock and the surrounding area. Tell us about your home and we will arrange a visit, usually within a week.