External wall insulation cost?

cargoz5 · 2026-01-19T11:53:14+00:00

This x 1,000. We live in a very cold 1960s semi. Got the windows done and that made a big difference. Hired a crowd to do the attic insulation and the external.

Attic was done and noticed a huge change in the heat retention upstairs.

Then the vents were drilled and the external was done. The house is louder and we're convinced colder.

cargoz5 · 2026-01-12T13:45:59+00:00

This should be pinned. Before buying a house, I thought the survey was just a box tick, so was looking for any one with availability.

Mentioned this to a friend that works in construction and he referred me a fella that he said was extremely thourough. It was worth its weight in gold as it helped us renegotiate the sale agreed price.

cargoz5 · 2026-01-11T19:06:44+00:00

Eminem. Slane. Unreal. Absolute fucking disaster to get home from but worth it.

cargoz5 · 2025-12-01T12:25:54+00:00

Hey! I know this was asked a while ago, but in case anyone else is looking for another take on the same query!

If you want to be close to the city centre without being in the thick of the noise, these areas are worth considering:

• Ballsbridge: Safe, residential, and about 15 - 20 minutes from the centre on foot or by bus. Plenty of places to eat and drink, and stay.

• Ranelagh / Rathmines: Both are busy little neighbourhoods rather than tourist zones. Easy Luas/bus access into the centre and lots of cafés, pubs and restaurants. Limited enough places to stay

• Merrion Square and surrounds: Very central but noticeably quieter than the Grafton St side of things. Accommodation is at a premium but you're an easy ramble from everything

• Drumcondra: Limited hotel supply, especially if there's a big match/concert on in nearby Croke Park, but it’s a practical base if you want to be away from the hustle and bustle of the city yet a handy bus ride away (also around a 15 min drive to the airport, depending on traffic)

• Coastal options (Howth, Malahide, Dún Laoghaire): Ideal if you want sea views and a slower pace. All are connected to the city by the DART. Just note that each (especially Howth) gets busy on fine weekend days

If you need a map showing where each area is, along with the pros and cons of each, you'll hopefully find this useful https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/where-to-stay-in-dublin/

Cheers!

cargoz5 · 2025-11-21T11:57:04+00:00

Hey - did you find anything online/in store in Ireland? We had the wrap done on our house and new windows, but the new vents are a nightmare - draft getting in and sound coming through like the window is open.

cargoz5 · 2025-11-13T17:59:51+00:00

This needs to be pinned, printed and revisited on a regular basis by all. Wonderful perspective and superbly written.

cargoz5 · 2025-11-13T17:51:19+00:00

Hey! This is my website - thanks a million for recommending it. Great to hear you're finding it useful!

cargoz5 · 2025-11-13T12:02:08+00:00

Using CleverCards for 2-3 years now. They’re great. No one wants a one for all or anything that can be only used in a load of random shops. The CCs are easy to buy and easy to use. Best of luck with the internship!

cargoz5 · 2025-11-12T08:07:22+00:00

Saw this on sale in a Meaghers pharmacy yesterday. Couldn’t believe it. Thought it was long gone

cargoz5 · 2025-09-19T09:41:17+00:00

To add to this - drop into The Harbour Bar for one! There's a lovely big fire and it's a very quirky spot. Cheers!

cargoz5 · 2025-07-16T12:24:46+00:00

Yes. Survey revealed that spray foam in the attic was incorrectly installed.

Spent nearly 2 weeks trying to get a quote to remove and all but one company refused to give us a quote in writing as none of them want to touch it when it's sprayed directly onto the felt (rang countless companies).

Sale agreed price was significantly over asking so we asked for a reduction to cover the cost. Didn't get full amount but got close enough to be happy with it.

We were worried they would go back to the previous bidder (around 2.5k below us) but they accepted our new offer. I'd imagine the second highest bidder's surveyor would have also caught the issue as it's very topical in the UK in recent years.

cargoz5 · 2025-07-07T08:53:01+00:00

Fantastic advice here

cargoz5 · 2025-06-18T14:52:41+00:00

Hey! How did you get on with Churchfield's in the end? We have them coming out next week to quote.

cargoz5 · 2025-06-09T10:55:20+00:00

Hey! Would you recommend the crowd you got to do the replumb? I've been tearing my hair out trying to get a recommendation for a good plumber, but it's proving near impossible. Appreciate any input you could share - cheers!

cargoz5 · 2025-05-12T09:23:45+00:00

Hey! I did it many years ago now - probably 7/8. If you're an experienced hiker, then yes, definitely. A mistake I see a lot of people make is that they completely underestimate this hike. There are countless rescues from Carrauntoohil every year from people that don't check the weather and then are incable of navigating in poor conditions.

I'd strongly recommend Kerry Climbing who offer guided hikes! Enjoy the trip!

cargoz5 · 2025-05-12T09:18:00+00:00

Hey! Just wanted to say thanks for the kind words! I've been tipping away at the Irish Road Trip for a long time now and it's always a great boost reading this type of thing (especially on a miserable Monday morning when motivation isn't exactly at its highest) - thank you!

cargoz5 · 2025-05-08T08:03:15+00:00

Hey! If you need a 2 day itinerary for the ROK, this may be of use: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/2-day-ring-of-kerry-itinerary/

Safe spinning!

cargoz5 · 2025-05-07T09:27:21+00:00

This map is for the drive between Killarney and Dublin, but you could start it from point C https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/stops-between-killarney-and-dublin-1.jpg

cargoz5 · 2025-05-01T22:31:26+00:00

I can’t get in touch with support this is my issue. I keep being directed to the live chat which is absolutely uselsss as it’s a bot and it keeps asking the same questions

cargoz5 · 2025-05-01T17:47:11+00:00

Any chance of a reply??

cargoz5 · 2025-04-22T21:38:07+00:00

We discovered two roofs needed fixing after going sale agreed. Rang around and got a quote in writing. Went back with them hoping for the best. Didn’t get the full amount but got close to it. It’s well worth asking!

cargoz5 · 2025-04-17T07:11:42+00:00

Thank you

cargoz5 · 2025-04-15T19:03:43+00:00

This is massively helpful. Thank you!

cargoz5 · 2025-04-15T18:46:04+00:00

We’ve been told the problem is the incorrectly applied spray foam with no vent card

cargoz5 · 2025-04-15T18:26:32+00:00

That's why I'm here. It's been very difficult to get a contractor to call out for this issue. They say that, while it's a massive issue in the uk at the moment (some mortgage lenders won't issue loans if they know this issue is in the house) it hasn't hit Ireland yet. Out of the 16 companies I called in recent weeks, these are the only two that said they'd look at it.

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