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External wall insulation in Straffan

Direct external wall insulation contractor serving Straffan, Co. Kildare. Certified Baumit systems with direct SEAI grant deduction.

We wrap detached family homes, bungalows, and period properties across Straffan and surrounding North Kildare countryside using NSAI-certified Baumit external insulation systems. Direct contractor crews, SEAI grants up to €8,000 deducted directly from your invoice, and bespoke aluminium sills from Cills.ie.

Local Housing Stock
Straffan property profiles
Straffan is characterized by large detached family homes, dormer bungalows, and country cottages built from concrete block and solid masonry. Because these properties feature large exposed surface areas with four exterior walls, heat loss is substantial. Wrapping with Baumit EPS creates an airtight, energy-efficient building envelope.
Why Wrap in Straffan
Thermal & facade performance
Large detached homes in Straffan require significant energy to heat during winter. External wall insulation provides continuous exterior thermal protection, eliminating cold bridging at eaves and plinths, and protecting structural masonry from dampness while modernizing the exterior with self-cleaning silicone render.

Planning Regulations in Straffan

Planning Authority: Kildare County Council

External wall insulation is exempted development for standard Straffan properties, provided render finishes match the local character. Heritage structures near the K Club and historic village core should be checked with Kildare County Council.

2026 SEAI Grants in Straffan

We process your SEAI grant paperwork directly and deduct the grant value from your invoice.

Detached
€8,000
Semi-D / End
€6,000
Mid-Terrace
€3,500
Apartment
€3,000
Eligibility: Properties in Straffan built and occupied on or before 31 December 2010 qualify for SEAI grant support. Homes with previous cavity bead insulation now qualify for the full EWI grant under the 2026 second wall measure.
Progress

Step 1 of 3

1. Property Profile

Select your building details to start your out-of-pocket calculation.

*Note: Properties must be built and occupied before 2011 to qualify for the SEAI grant.

Contractor Standards

NSAI-Certified Baumit Systems Installed in Straffan

Every wrap in Straffan includes bespoke powder-coated aluminium window sills fabricated by our sister workshop, Cills.ie.

Baumit external wall insulation system with custom Cills.ie aluminium sills on a completed house wrap in Straffan

Baumit EPS System · Straffan

NSAI-certified graphite EPS boards mechanically anchored and bonded, finished with weather-resistant SilikonTop silicone render and custom Cills.ie aluminium sills.

Baumit openSystem breathable external wall insulation on an external wall insulation project in Straffan

Baumit openSystem & Sto (on request)

Vapour-permeable breathable systems for solid masonry walls, with unclipped gas meter box brackets and sleeved wall ventilation. Sto systems also installed on request.

Frequently Asked Questions (Straffan)

How much does it cost to insulate a detached house in Straffan?+

Detached homes in Straffan typically range from €18,000 to €26,000 gross depending on wall square meterage. With the €8,000 SEAI detached home grant deducted directly from your invoice by Isotherm, the net investment is typically €10,000 to €18,000.

Why specify Baumit silicone render for Straffan homes?+

Baumit SilikonTop silicone render is vapour-permeable, self-cleaning, and highly water-repellent. It sheds dirt during rainfall and actively resists algae growth common in wooded, rural Kildare locations.

Do you unclip services and fit new window sills?+

Yes. Our crews safely unclip external gas meter boxes and ESB brackets, fitting certified standoff brackets. We also install custom powder-coated aluminium window sills fabricated by our sister workshop, Cills.ie.

Book your on-site wall survey in Straffan

We survey your property, specify the certified Baumit system, calculate your SEAI grant, and carry out the installation with our direct crews.

Call 01 223 8774Request Survey Online