Whole-surface insulation
For the individual SEAI EWI grant, all external walls must be insulated. Insulating only the front or one side does not qualify.
The requirements that shape a whole-surface wrap
Before work starts
For an eligible grant project, the home must meet the SEAI requirements, the homeowner applies with the MPRN, and the grant offer is accepted before work begins.
Building regulations
A full wrap can be a major renovation under Part L. Attic insulation or heating upgrades can form part of the project where needed to meet the required energy outcome.
Planning and traditional homes
Planning permission can be required depending on the house and local authority. Pre-1940 or traditional stone and brick homes need a separate moisture and fabric review.
What you receive at handover
These project-specific records are prepared for the completed home. Additional safety or service records are added only where they apply.
Project summary with the installed system, completion checks and handover status for your home.
Manufacturer warranty for the insulation system installed on your property.
How to inspect, clean and maintain the external finish, fixings and service penetrations.
Issued by your BER assessor after the post-works assessment is published.
System and key terms
The system, responsibilities and grant route
The project specification, finish and installation details are confirmed in the written proposal.
We install the FAST EcoBuild External Insulation System supplied by FEB and covered by NSAI Agrément Certificate No. 12/0368.
Employers' Liability and Public Liability cover are held for our works. Policy details are available on request.
The homeowner is responsible for obtaining planning permission where it is required.
For eligible SEAI projects, the system and work are specified in line with applicable SEAI and NSAI requirements. Grant eligibility and approval depend on the property and project.
Our project process
The steps we follow for every wrap
This is the same operational sequence set out in our project roadmap, from feasibility through to the SEAI completion process.
1Initial survey and feasibility
We inspect the property, identify which walls can be wrapped externally and check extensions, reveals, sills, vents and access.
2Specification and quotation
We set out the system, thickness, finish options, sill replacement, ventilation, scaffolding and any relevant upgrades.
3Review and accept the proposal
The client reviews and accepts the agreed scope, specification, contract value, payment terms and estimated duration.
4Grant strategy and approval
Where using the SEAI route, grant conditions are reviewed, the homeowner applies and accepts the offer before grant-supported work begins.
5Installation works on site
Scaffold is erected, walls are prepared, sills are replaced, insulation and mesh system are fitted, then the chosen finish is applied.
6Post-works BER and completion
The BER and required declaration paperwork are completed for the grant file, followed by the homeowner grant claim.
Completed external insulation projects
See the finish and detailing
Examples from our completed-wrap gallery. They show finish and detailing options; image locations are not implied.
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External insulation detail work
Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, Dublin FAQ
What is a whole-house external wrap?
It means insulating the outside of your home as a whole-surface solution — not just the front or one side. For the individual SEAI EWI grant, all external walls must be insulated; partial wrapping does not qualify.
Am I eligible for the SEAI wall insulation grant?
The individual scheme is available to eligible homeowners and other qualifying property owners. The home must have been built and occupied before 31 December 2010, and you need its electricity meter number (MPRN). The wrap must be a whole-surface solution. You apply and get approval before work starts. After the job, a BER assessor rates the home again and paperwork is signed before SEAI pays the grant.
Do I need planning permission?
Sometimes. External wrap can need planning permission depending on your area and house. We flag this early; you should also check with your local authority before works begin. You get completion documents when the job is done.
How is the work guaranteed?
Your written contract and handover pack set out the system warranty and any additional guarantee that applies to your project. Ask us to confirm the exact cover, term, and claim process before you accept the proposal.
