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Building sustainably for the future

20 Dec , 2022  

Based in Westport, Co Mayo, Oak Barn Construction Ltd is a building services company which specialises in the use of renewables and sustainable materials for low energy homes. Building Ireland touched base with company co-directors Ger and Willie McDonagh to learn all about the business – from its origins to its on-going projects at the […]

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T & S McKeon celebrates 35 years

19 Dec , 2022  

Celebrating 35 years in business, T & S McKeon Homes Ltd is a family-run construction firm which specialises in churches, schools and conservation works. The company is run by brothers Seamus and Thomas McKeon who have over 90 years’ combined experience, knowledge and skills within the industry. Based in Aughancliffe, Co. Longford, T & S […]

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Industry leader Alpha delivering a full suite of HVAC solutions

16 Dec , 2022  

As Ireland’s leading mechanical services contractor, Alpha Mechanical Services – in conjunction with sister company Alpha Facilities Maintenance – provides a comprehensive range of services covering design, supply and installation of HVAC solutions to all sectors as well as reactive works and planned preventative maintenance. Building Ireland touched base with director Vincent Geraghty for an […]

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Quality construction since 1975

15 Dec , 2022  

Cathal Glynn Construction Ltd is a family-owned business with a wealth of building experience and a reputation for the highest level of quality construction. Based in Castletroy, Co. Limerick, the company’s origins can be traced back to 1975 when Cathal Glynn’s father Patrick started the business. Cathal came on board in 1997 and became managing […]

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JD ROBERTS Elevates Irish growth with HAI Membership

14 Dec , 2022  

JD ROBERTS, Ireland’s oldest importer of the well-known Blue Diamond and Ultra Diamond slate ranges, has today announced its membership in the Hardware Association Ireland (HAI) for 2023. Since its founding in 1971, JD ROBERTS has established long-term supply chain arrangements with its European suppliers and ensured repeat business through long-term relationships with clients in […]

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‘Our industry is as strong as any’

14 Dec , 2022  

Construction is all around us. It builds our homes, schools, offices, roads, hospitals and everything else. But despite being a service we cannot do without, a career in construction remains unattractive to many young people. Peter Finn, aka ‘Pete the Builder’ from the hit TV makeover show ‘Home Rescue’, is eager to change perceptions about […]

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Sensori FM secures major contract to deliver facilities in healthcare sector

13 Dec , 2022  

Sensori FM has announced a signed agreement as part of a design, build, and maintenance project for seven Community Nursing Units (CNUs), at locations throughout Ireland, under the HIQA compliance programme and through Public Private Partnership (CNU PPP Project).  Sensori FM, as part of the EquiSisk Consortium, will provide a full range of integrated facilities […]

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Quality service, reliability and competitive pricing guaranteed

13 Dec , 2022  

Operating out of Blanchardstown, Co Dublin, XL Mechanical Ltd offers its clients a bespoke contractor service which is tailored towards the fit-out industry. Building Ireland touched base with company founder Christopher Crowley to learn about the ins and outs of the business, its current projects and hopes for the future. Business is good these days […]

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25 years of electrical contracting excellence

12 Dec , 2022  

For a quarter of a century, Hickey Electrical Services has been synonymous with providing unrivalled commercial and industrial electrical contracting solutions to a who’s who of clients. Building Ireland touched base with proprietor Brian Hickey to get an update. Experienced and highly-regarded contractor Brian Hickey has been working in the electrical trade for 46 years. […]

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Chadwicks Group lends its support to upgrade Irish Wheelchair Association centre in Listowel 

9 Dec , 2022  

Chadwicks Group has supported the Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) centre in Listowel to revamp its outdoor garden area.  The project is part of Chadwicks Group’s ongoing nationwide partnership with IWA to supply building materials to  IWA community centres across the country to help improve accessibility for its users. The IWA operates 58 full and part time community centres nationwide which offer training, social activities and therapies […]