This straightforward bungalow marked our first home completed under the Irish Defective Concrete Block (DCB) scheme. The existing dwelling was fully demolished and rebuilt in line with scheme requirements and current Irish building regulations, with the completed home handed back to the homeowner within nine months of commencement.
The homeowner chose to retain a familiar and reliable oil-fired heating system, prioritising simplicity and ease of maintenance, while focusing investment on improving the thermal performance of the building fabric. To achieve this, all external walls were dry-lined internally, significantly reducing heat loss and improving overall comfort throughout the home.
These insulation upgrades allowed the homeowner to avail of the SEAI dry-lining grant, supporting improved energy efficiency as part of the rebuild process.
The completed project delivers a safe, durable, and energy-efficient home, demonstrating that defective concrete block rebuilds do not have to be complex to be effective—offering homeowners a compliant, timely, and practical solution with meaningful long-term benefits.
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First DCB Home Completed:
This project marked our first home completed under the Irish Defective Concrete Block (DCB / mica) scheme, delivered in full compliance with scheme requirements and Irish building regulations.
Full Demolition & Rebuild:
The existing bungalow was fully demolished and rebuilt, with the completed home handed back to the homeowner within nine months of commencement.
Straightforward, Efficient Delivery:
A practical, no-nonsense rebuild approach ensured a smooth construction process while maintaining quality and compliance throughout.
Traditional Oil Heating System:
The homeowner chose to retain an oil-fired heating system, prioritising familiarity, reliability, and ease of maintenance.
Upgraded Thermal Performance:
All external walls were dry-lined internally, significantly reducing heat loss and improving comfort across the home.
SEAI Dry-Lining Grant Eligibility:
The insulation upgrades qualified the homeowner for the SEAI dry-lining grant, helping to offset upgrade costs while improving energy efficiency.
Improved Energy Efficiency:
Fabric-first upgrades ensured the home is easier and more cost-effective to heat, delivering long-term comfort and reduced energy demand.
Safe, Durable Home:
The completed rebuild provides a structurally sound, compliant, and long-lasting home—demonstrating that even straightforward DCB rebuilds can deliver strong outcomes.
