Internal Wall Insulation in Dublin 6
Insulated dry-lining for homes where the outside cannot change, done with careful vapour and moisture control. Covering Rathmines, Rathgar, Terenure and the surrounding area.
Internal Wall Insulation for Dublin 6 homes
In Rathmines, Rathgar and Terenure, internal insulation is the standard way to insulate red-brick walls, because front elevations are usually protected or in conservation areas. We assess the brick for moisture and pick a breathable or vapour-closed system to suit, detail the junctions at floors and window reveals, and deal with damp in garden-level rooms before lining them. Starting with the coldest rooms, usually the rear return, gives the quickest return.
How homes in Dublin 6 lose heat
Solid brick walls, suspended timber floors, open fireplaces and single-glazed sashes typically put these homes at E to G. Basements and garden levels in the larger Rathgar houses add damp and cold-floor problems. Draughts are often the single biggest and cheapest loss to fix.
Typical housing: Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces and semis in Rathmines, Rathgar and Terenure, with classic three-window frontages and long rear gardens.
Planning: Much of Dublin 6 is within Architectural Conservation Areas, and many terraces are 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 Dublin 6, see MZCC.ie in Dublin 6.
Internal Wall Insulation in Dublin 6: questions
Do you carry out internal wall insulation in Dublin 6?
Yes. We cover Dublin 6 and the surrounding Dublin area, including Rathmines, Rathgar, Terenure. Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces and semis in Rathmines, Rathgar and Terenure, with classic three-window frontages and long rear gardens.
Is planning permission an issue for internal wall insulation in Dublin 6?
Much of Dublin 6 is within Architectural Conservation Areas, and many terraces are 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 Dublin 6?
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 Dublin 6.
We cover Dublin 6 and the surrounding area. Tell us about your home and we will arrange a visit, usually within a week.