Internal Wall Insulation in Maynooth
Insulated dry-lining for homes where the outside cannot change, done with careful vapour and moisture control. Covering Maynooth village, Maynooth University, Carton and the surrounding area.
Internal Wall Insulation for Maynooth homes
Maynooth's village terraces near the centre and the university have solid walls, and in the conservation area internal insulation is the usual route. In the 1980s and 1990s estates it is used selectively for single rooms. Inland Kildare's colder winters make cold solid walls more noticeable, so insulating the worst rooms first gives a quick improvement in comfort.
How homes in Maynooth lose heat
The 1980s and 1990s estates usually have partial-fill cavities and attic insulation that has never been topped up, rating around C3 to D1. Village terraces have solid walls and suspended floors. Inland Kildare is colder in winter than coastal Dublin, so the payback on insulation is a little better here.
Typical housing: Older village terraces and pre-war semis near the centre, 1980s and 1990s estates through the middle of the town, and newer Carton, Moyglare and university-edge developments.
Planning: The village core has conservation context; most estates allow external insulation as exempted development.
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 Maynooth, see MZCC.ie in Maynooth.
Internal Wall Insulation in Maynooth: questions
Do you carry out internal wall insulation in Maynooth?
Yes. We cover Maynooth and the surrounding Co. Kildare area, including Maynooth village, Maynooth University, Carton. Older village terraces and pre-war semis near the centre, 1980s and 1990s estates through the middle of the town, and newer Carton, Moyglare and university-edge developments.
Is planning permission an issue for internal wall insulation in Maynooth?
The village core has conservation context; most estates allow external insulation as exempted development. 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 Maynooth?
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 Maynooth.
We cover Maynooth and the surrounding area. Tell us about your home and we will arrange a visit, usually within a week.