Internal Wall Insulation in Wicklow town
Insulated dry-lining for homes where the outside cannot change, done with careful vapour and moisture control. Covering Wicklow harbour, Black Castle, Wicklow town centre and the surrounding area.
Internal Wall Insulation for Wicklow Town homes
Town-centre and harbour period homes in Wicklow can be insulated internally, using breathable systems for solid walls that take driving rain off the sea. We assess moisture first and detail reveals carefully. Mid-century and newer estate homes are usually better served by external insulation or cavity fill, depending on exposure.
How homes in Wicklow town lose heat
Harbour terraces are exposed to strong sea wind and driving rain, which matters for wall insulation choice: exposed cavity walls may not suit a fill, and external insulation often makes more sense. Mid-century homes typically rate D, newer estates C.
Typical housing: Town-centre period housing and Victorian terraces near the harbour, mid-century estates through the middle of the town, and 1990s and 2000s estates on the outskirts.
Planning: Town-centre conservation context can apply to older homes.
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 Wicklow town, see MZCC.ie in Wicklow Town.
Internal Wall Insulation in Wicklow town: questions
Do you carry out internal wall insulation in Wicklow town?
Yes. We cover Wicklow Town and the surrounding Co. Wicklow area, including Wicklow harbour, Black Castle, Wicklow town centre. Town-centre period housing and Victorian terraces near the harbour, mid-century estates through the middle of the town, and 1990s and 2000s estates on the outskirts.
Is planning permission an issue for internal wall insulation in Wicklow town?
Town-centre conservation context can apply to older homes. 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 Wicklow town?
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 Wicklow town.
We cover Wicklow Town and the surrounding area. Tell us about your home and we will arrange a visit, usually within a week.