Internal Wall Insulation in Ranelagh
Insulated dry-lining for homes where the outside cannot change, done with careful vapour and moisture control. Covering Ranelagh village, Sandford Road, Beechwood and the surrounding area.
Internal Wall Insulation for Ranelagh homes
For Ranelagh's red-brick terraces, internal insulation is the main way to insulate the walls, front and often rear, because most of the area is in conservation areas and many houses are protected. We work room by room, removing and refitting skirting, shutters and radiators, and choose between breathable and vapour-closed systems after assessing the brick. The rear return is often the coldest part of the house and the best place to start.
How homes in Ranelagh lose heat
Solid 9-inch brick walls, suspended timber floors, open chimneys and large sash windows mean many Ranelagh homes rate E to G. Rear returns are often a mix of original brick and later block additions, so heat loss differs from front to back. Draughts are a large share of the loss.
Typical housing: Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces, typically three windows wide, with high-ceilinged period interiors and long rear gardens.
Planning: Most of Ranelagh is within Architectural Conservation Areas and many terraces are protected structures, so external insulation on front elevations is rarely an option.
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 Ranelagh, see MZCC.ie in Ranelagh.
Internal Wall Insulation in Ranelagh: questions
Do you carry out internal wall insulation in Ranelagh?
Yes. We cover Ranelagh and the surrounding Dublin area, including Ranelagh village, Sandford Road, Beechwood. Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces, typically three windows wide, with high-ceilinged period interiors and long rear gardens.
Is planning permission an issue for internal wall insulation in Ranelagh?
Most of Ranelagh is within Architectural Conservation Areas and many terraces are protected structures, so external insulation on front elevations is rarely an option. 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 Ranelagh?
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 Ranelagh.
We cover Ranelagh and the surrounding area. Tell us about your home and we will arrange a visit, usually within a week.