#Property Advice

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electric house rewire
What are the pros and cons of a phased retrofit?
Transitioning a 1950s semi-detached home into a modern, energy-efficient space is a marathon, not a sprint — but there are some elements such as rewiring where it's better to get the job done in one go...

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

Living Area in a Modern Luxury Home
Home Q&A: How smart spending in a renovation saves you money
Plan wisely when renovating so you you're not doubling your outlay down the line, writes Jennifer Sheahan

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

Beautiful garden with ornamental grasses
Garden Q&A: Is it too late to cut back grasses and perennials in March?
Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Architect explaining home renovation project to couple in showroom
Kieran McCarthy: How to start planning a house extension
Confused about when to contact an architect, and if you need a quantity surveyor, and when to contact builders for quotes? 

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Close-up Of Engineer Hand Drawing Plan On Blue Print with architect equipment,architectural plan, sketching a construction proje
My builder said my extension didn't need planning. Will this jeopardise my house sale?
Here are the steps needed if you're 'in a chain' and an issue arises with one part of the process

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026

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How to combat cold and damp in a 1970s bungalow
Outside of the cost, the biggest downside with drylining is the upheaval in your home

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

joinery team fitting a kitchen
When in your home build can you start thinking about kitchens, bathrooms and electrics 
Advice from expert builder Kieran McCarthy

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Child room full of colors
How to future-proof your home design for every family stage
Many homes designed around temporary family stages, like young children, eventually become less functional, underscoring the importance of architects designing for future adaptability.

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Worker Spraying Blown Fiberglass Insulation between Attic Trusses
What are the choices when it comes to a home energy upgrade?
Should I go with the heat-pump upgrade or solar?

Tue, 09 Sep, 2025

Bungalows
Kieran McCarthy: Is a dormer bungalow much more expensive than a bungalow?
Most engineers will design the same foundations for a bungalow as for a two-storey house, even though there is clearly less weight per metre of foundation

Sun, 13 Jul, 2025

Exterior of rural Irish cottage
Kieran McCarthy: Does your home's design affect building costs?
This is an excellent question, and it brings to the surface many key design and budget considerations that may not be apparent at the start

Thu, 26 Jun, 2025

Kieran McCarthy: 'How do I convert my garage into a living space?'
S Kieran McCarthy: Is electric heating the solution for your home?
Builder Advice: There is a wide range of electric powered options when replacing an old oil-fired central heating system

Tue, 20 May, 2025

Kieran McCarthy: Is electric heating the solution for your home?
Kieran McCarthy: Is electric heating the solution for your home?
Builder Advice: There is a wide range of electric powered options when replacing an old oil-fired central heating system

Tue, 20 May, 2025

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