External Insulation

An un-insulated or poorly insulated external wall costs you money and harms the environment. On average, a home loses 30 – 40% of its heat through walls and even more if your home is not properly insulated. Even if you already have any wall insulation, you may still be losing heat if it’s damaged, less than is necessary or incorrectly installed. The growing popularity of External Wall Insulation Systems is based on the numerous advantages that this technology offers.

What kind of external insulation does Southern Green Homes use?

Southern Green Homes always uses the highest quality products on the market.  SempreTherm External Insulation is our product of choice for durability, warmth and style.

How SempreTherm External Insulation is applied:

SempreTherm External Insulation involves fixing insulation slabs to the outer surface of the wall with mushroom fixings. The insulation is then covered
with a special render to provide weather resistance. Fibreglass mesh is embedded into this render to provide strength and impact resistance completed with primer and a pre-coloured decorative acrylic, polysilicate or special brick-slip effect render.

SempreTherm External Insulation is NOT an expensive solution and additional problems (other than poor levels of insulation) suffered by some homes such as
driving rain penetration, moisture, mildew, poor air tightness or frost damage can be solved by SempreTherm External Wall Insulation System.

A SGH External Insulation in Cork City

The External Wall Insulation System cuts down on energy costs, improves the living comfort by providing a pleasant micro-climate and contributes to the protection of our environment. On the other hand, EWIS have a decorative function and ensure the attractive appearance of the facade through a wide choice of renders, paints, windowsills and windows mouldings.

What colours and textures are available?

Southern Green Homes stocks over 280 colours of SempreTherm External Insulation.  We can also create custom colours and provide a variety of textures.  Click here to download our colour palette brochure and preview our Sempre Therm Range.

Are there government grants available?

Yes, SEAI Grants of up to €4500 for external insulation are available.  Click here to learn more and apply online.  Your home is eligible if built before 2006.  As of late 2011, there is now a three tier grant system for external insulation grants.

Apartment (any) OR Mid-terrace House   €2250

Semi-detached OR End of Terrace            €3400

Detached House                                         €4500

Government regulations require that you use a registered contractor like Southern Green Homes in order to avail of the grant.You can apply for a grant for external insulation grants online by clicking here.

If you have questions before applying for the grant, please contact the Southern Green Homes team and we’ll be happy to discuss your options for weatherizing your home.