Internal Wall Insulation in Foxrock
Insulated dry-lining for homes where the outside cannot change, done with careful vapour and moisture control. Covering Foxrock village, Cornelscourt, Cabinteely Park and the surrounding area.
Internal Wall Insulation for Foxrock homes
In Foxrock's large houses, internal insulation is usually used selectively: on walls with brick or stone detailing owners want to keep outside, in rooms being renovated, or in older parts of a house where external insulation would not suit. With large rooms, the space the lining takes is barely noticeable, and it can be combined with external insulation on other elevations as long as the junctions between them are detailed properly.
How homes in Foxrock lose heat
Big detached houses lose a lot of heat simply because of their size: large roof areas, four exposed elevations and often extensions added at different times with different construction. Mixed wall types are common, so we check each part of the house before recommending wall insulation. Typical ratings are D, with high absolute heating bills.
Typical housing: Large detached and semi-detached houses on generous plots, mostly post-war and mid-century, on mature, tree-lined roads.
Planning: Most Foxrock homes allow external insulation as exempted development; we confirm on any older or protected property.
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 Foxrock, see MZCC.ie in Foxrock.
Internal Wall Insulation in Foxrock: questions
Do you carry out internal wall insulation in Foxrock?
Yes. We cover Foxrock and the surrounding Dublin area, including Foxrock village, Cornelscourt, Cabinteely Park. Large detached and semi-detached houses on generous plots, mostly post-war and mid-century, on mature, tree-lined roads.
Is planning permission an issue for internal wall insulation in Foxrock?
Most Foxrock homes allow external insulation as exempted development; we confirm on any older or protected property. 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 Foxrock?
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 Foxrock.
We cover Foxrock and the surrounding area. Tell us about your home and we will arrange a visit, usually within a week.