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The CIF and its constituent association the IHBA welcomes publication of ‘Housing for All’

2 Sep , 2021  

Tom Parlon, CIF Director General said: “Implementation of the plan will provide opportunities for home builders and contractors in the greater delivery of residential output. Expected infrastructure investment in the forthcoming National Development Plan review will be critical in optimising ‘Housing for All’.’’ The Irish Home Builders Association (IHBA) has today welcomed the publication by Government […]

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G Seery Construction Ltd marks a decade

2 Sep , 2021  

Celebrating 10 years in business, G Seery Construction Ltd caters for all types of construction works around the Midlands region. Building Ireland touched base with the company’s owner and founder Gabriel Seery to learn all about what is a thriving construction business outside of Moate, Co Westmeath. Business is good right now at G Seery […]

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Strong growth potential as Q2 housing completions now on a par with 2019 levels

2 Sep , 2021  

The latest Housing Market Monitor Q2 2021 published today by Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) shows housing activity is increasing significantly with a healthy pipeline of housing supply and mortgage demand pointing to strong growth potential. The monitor also highlights a shift in construction activity away from Dublin as builders focus more on other […]

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Focus Ireland provides 6 new homes in Carrigaline

1 Sep , 2021  

Focus Ireland, the national housing and homeless charity, has welcomed residents into 6 new social housing units in Sunville, Carrigalineearlier this year. These one bedroom apartments will be delivered through Focus Ireland’s property arm – Focus Housing Association. The provision of the 6 new social homes was made possible through a partnership with Cork County Council, […]

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New Komatsu D71-24 dozer arrives

31 Aug , 2021  

The range of Komatsu products fitted with its intelligent machine control system has expanded with the arrival of its new D71-24 bulldozer, the largest in its line up to come equipped with Hydrostatic Transmission (HST). Bringing intelligent machine control to a new class of bulldozer, the D71-24 is described by Komatsu’s distributor in Ireland, John O’Brien […]

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‘Everything from a needle to an anchor’ at Moores Builders Providers

31 Aug , 2021  

Based in Newbridge, Co Kildare, Moores Builders Providers stock a complete range of building and DIY products. Building Ireland touched base with its Manager Paddy Percival to learn all about this thriving company – from its origins to the state of business today. These are busy times for Moores Builders Providers and the plan for […]

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A one-stop shop for Mechanical services

30 Aug , 2021  

Award-winning Mechanical Contractor Murphy and Kelly (Thomastown) Ltd’s client list reads like a who’s who of the Irish construction industry.  Director Steven Kelly gave Building Ireland some insight as to why their services are very much in demand at this point in time. On Monday November 25th, 2019 leading Cork-based Building & Civil Engineering Contractors […]

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Digital SiteStations bring digital technology to the coalface of construction in the UK

27 Aug , 2021  

DCT Group, award winning, global virtual design, and construction consultants, collaborated with international firm Armorgard UK to create a bespoke SiteStation. The products versatility enabled DCT group to adapt the product to their specific site needs, featuring digital capabilities to deliver cutting-edge hardware and software to construction sites. The bespoke SiteStation integrates hardware, software, and […]

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Almost €1.3 billion worth of mortgages approved in July – BPFI

27 Aug , 2021  

Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) has published the latest figures from the BPFI Mortgage Approvals Report for July 2021. The following are the key elements: A total of 5,033 mortgages were approved in July 2021 – first-time buyers (FTBs) were approved for 2,766 mortgages (55.0% of total volume) while mover purchasers accounted for 1,272 (25.3%). The […]

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Bespoke Designs for You

27 Aug , 2021  

Homextend Ltd is a leading home extension and renovations specialist with an outstanding reputation for elegant and bespoke designs. The Ashbourne, Co. Meath-based company has gone from strength to strength since it was set up by Denis Gray in 2018. Homextend offers complete packages that are tailor-made for the client, including design, build and completion of your energy efficient home. Its […]