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Home Renovation Dublin — Delivered on Budget, Every Time

Most home renovations in Dublin go over budget for one reason: the real cost only shows up after you have paid for drawings.

We do things the other way around. BuildTech handles everything from start to finish as a specialist design and build contractor in Dublin. We agree on a clear budget before any design begins, so you face no surprise costs later.

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  • We agree a clear budget before any work begins, and we stick to it
  • If your plans and your budget do not match, we tell you straight away
  • Minimum project value €100,000 (whole-home projects, not cosmetic-only work)
  • Serving Greater Dublin. CIRI registered and fully insured, 100+ projects delivered

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CIRI Registered

Construction Industry Register Ireland

5★ Google Rated

Verified by Dublin homeowners

CIF Member

Construction Industry Federation

100+ Projects Delivered

Across Greater Dublin Region

Feasibility First

Know Your House Renovation Cost Before You Commit

Most renovations start with hope and a rough number. Then the quotes land, and the rough number becomes higher than you expected. But everything we do is transparent.

 

A BuildTech feasibility consultation prices your renovation before any design begins. We look at the things that quietly wreck budgets: the structure, the wiring, the plumbing, and the gap between a basic finish and the one you actually want. You leave with a written cost plan, a real figure, and the work it covers.

  • Transparent consultation fee, agreed before we start: €200 by phone or €500 at your home
  • Structural costs settled at the start, so nothing ambushes you mid-build
  • A written cost plan in your hands before you sign a contract
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Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

Rated 5★ across Google, Houzz, and OnlineTradesmen by Dublin homeowners.

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Graham Barry
Google

"Professional, reliable service with clear communication and integrity."

"Professional, reliable service with clear communication and integrity. The team kept us informed at every stage and delivered exactly what was promised. Would recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy provider."

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KW
Kirsten Wendenburg
Google

"Excellent communication and budget-friendly suggestions throughout."

"Excellent communication and budget-friendly suggestions throughout. They took the time to understand our needs and offered practical options at every step. The end result exceeded our expectations."

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Olga Antipenko
Google

"Excellent communication and support throughout. Highly recommend."

"Excellent communication and support throughout. Highly recommend. From the first call to the final handover everything was handled professionally. The team was responsive, knowledgeable and clearly cared about the outcome."

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James Murphy
Google

"Outstanding work from start to finish. Couldn't be happier with the result."

"Outstanding work from start to finish. Couldn't be happier with the result. They were punctual, tidy and clearly took pride in their craft. The whole project came in on time and on budget."

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Sarah O'Brien
Google

"Genuinely impressed with the quality and attention to detail."

"Genuinely impressed with the quality and attention to detail. Every aspect of the project was carefully considered and the finish is excellent. I'd use them again without hesitation."

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David Kelly
Google

"Top-class service. Friendly team and a fair price."

"Top-class service. Friendly team and a fair price. They were upfront about everything, no hidden surprises and the work was completed to a very high standard. Already recommended them to a neighbour."

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Full Project Management

Design, Build and Planning, All Under One Roof

Our Dublin home renovation services are managed entirely in-house, from the measured survey and technical design through to construction, sign-off and handover. There are no third-party handoffs to slow you down or push up your costs.

One project manager stays with your renovation the whole way through, from that first survey to the day we hand your finished home back. Whatever comes up, you know exactly who to call for a clear answer.

  • Design, planning, structural work and construction, all run by one team
  • One project manager as your single point of contact, start to finish
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How It Works

A Structured Process Built Around Your Budget

BuildTech follows a clear four-step pathway, from initial feasibility through to completed construction, designed to protect your budget and keep your project on track.

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Feasibility

Budget & scope clarity before any design work begins

Design

Measured survey, technical layout & cost plan
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3

Planning

Managed application where required, many extensions are exempt

Build

On-time, on-budget delivery with full project management
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Why BuildTech

Why Choose BuildTech for Your Renovation in Dublin?

The most useful thing a builder can tell you is when not to spend. And we do this every time.

BuildTech is a specialist renovation company in Dublin that takes on whole-home projects from €100,000, and we turn down the ones that will not deliver for the budget. Saying no to the wrong projects is exactly what keeps the right ones on track, from first costing to certified completion.

  • We are a specialist contractor focused only on renovations and extensions
  • The cost agreed before design, so your project stays achievable from day one
  • Every project signed off by an independent chartered engineer on completion
How It Works

How We Manage Planning Permission

If your renovation needs planning, we manage the whole thing in-house so you never deal with the council yourself. Here is how we manage everything internally: 

Feasibility & Exemption Check

We confirm whether your project needs permission or qualifies as exempted development. Many single-storey rear extensions in Dublin do not need planning. We check this right at the start, to save you weeks of waiting and the cost of an application you never needed. 

Pre-planning strategy

Where planning is required, we align the design with your local authority’s development plan and, where it helps, engage the planners informally before we submit.

Planning Drawings & Documentation

Our in-house architectural team prepares every required drawing and supporting report, so the council has no reason to come back for further information.

Submission & Application Management

We submit to the relevant authority (Dublin City Council, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, Fingal or South Dublin) and manage all correspondence within the statutory timeframes.

Decision and next steps

We track the application to a decision, usually 8 to 12 weeks, then talk you through any conditions and get your project ready to build.

Common Issues

What Causes Planning Delays or Refusals in Dublin?

Most delays can be avoided with the right preparation. These are the usual reasons, and how we keep them off your project: 

Incomplete documentation

A missing drawing or the wrong scale leads the council to request more information, which can add weeks to your timeline.

Policy conflicts

A design that clashes with the development plan, on height, scale or overlooking a neighbour, invites objections or extra conditions.

No pre-planning engagement

Submitting without talking to the planners first wastes the chance to fix problems before they become reasons for refusal.

Wrong application type

Applying for full permission when the work is actually exempt wastes time and money. We confirm the right route for you at the very start.

Exempted Development

What Can You Renovate Without Planning Permission in Dublin?

Many renovations and extensions in Dublin qualify as Exempted Development under the Planning and Development Regulations, so no application is needed. The exemptions can be lost if unauthorised works already exist on the property.

Common Exempted Developments for Residential Properties Include:

  • Single-storey rear extensions up to 40m² (combined with any previous extension), provided the rear garden stays above 25m²
  • Internal reconfigurations and layout changes that do not alter the external appearance
  • Rewiring, replumbing and re-plastering as part of an internal renovation

Not Sure If Your Renovation Needs Planning?

We confirm your planning status at the feasibility stage, before any design fees. If your project is exempt, we tell you clearly and save you the cost of an unnecessary application.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

A whole-home renovation of a typical semi-detached house starts from €10,000. The final figure depends on the structural work involved, the condition of the existing wiring, plumbing and heating, and the level of finish you choose. A BuildTech feasibility assessment gives you an accurate, project-specific cost before you commit to any design or construction.
Renovating existing space is usually cheaper per square metre than extending, because an extension adds new foundations, walls and roofs. Extending works better when you need more floor area rather than a better use of what you already have. Most whole-home projects combine both, and a feasibility consultation tells you which mix delivers the most value for your budget before you commit to a design.
Most internal renovation work, including structural alterations, layout changes, rewiring and replumbing, does not require planning permission. You usually only need it if you extend the building, significantly change its external appearance, or the property is a protected structure or sits in a conservation area. BuildTech confirms your planning status at the feasibility stage of every project, before you spend on design.
BuildTech's minimum project value is €100,000. We focus only on whole-home renovations and extensions, not partial or cosmetic-only work, single-trade jobs, or projects below this threshold. If your project sits under this value, we tell you clearly at the outset, so you are never left guessing where you stand.
Yes. BuildTech is fully registered and insured. We are members of the Construction Industry Federation (CIF), registered with the Construction Industry Register Ireland (CIRI), accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), and registered with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) for energy upgrade works. Every project is certified by an independent chartered engineer on completion, so your renovation meets the required building standards.

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We review your enquiry before confirming a consultation — ensuring only suitable projects proceed.

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  • Min. project €100k · No surprises

What's Included

  • Feasibility consultation included
  • Measured survey & assessment
  • Technical design package
  • Full project management
  • Engineer certification on completion

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Home Renovation

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Deep Retrofit

Feasibility Consultation

Not sure where to start?

A feasibility consultation (€200 call · €500 home visit) confirms your planning position before you spend anything on drawings.

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Exempted Development

Our Services

BuildTech is a specialist design and build contractor. We take on a focused range of projects — and we do not progress any project without a clear, agreed budget.

Single-Storey Rear Extension

The most common home project in Dublin. Open-plan kitchen and living, utility room, or additional family space — from feasibility through to a certified, compliant build.

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Home Renovation

Whole-home renovations and structural alterations for Dublin homeowners. Internal reconfigurations, layout redesign, and full refurbishment — all budget-led from day one.

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Feasibility Consultation

€200 call or €500 home visit. We establish what is realistically achievable within your budget before any design work begins — saving you time, money, and stress.

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Planning Permission

Full application management — pre-planning strategy, drawings, submission, and decision monitoring. Many extensions are planning exempt; we confirm this first.

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Already Have Plans?

Cost Planning & Construction Review from €2,500 + VAT. We provide a full cost breakdown of your existing drawings — gap identification, budget alignment, and value engineering.

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Cost & Technical Design

Measured survey, technical layout, and a detailed cost plan — all aligned to your budget before construction begins. No over-specified designs that cannot be built within your means.

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Exempted Development

Recent Projects

Each project below started with a feasibility consultation and a clear budget. Here is what we delivered.

All Projects

Extension + Renovation

Full Ground Floor Renovation with Rear Extension

Location : Dublin

Scope : Ground floor knock-through, rear extension, open-plan kitchen and living

Status : Planning exempt

✓ Delivered on time and on budget

Extension + Renovation

Sandymount Seafront
Renovation

Location : Sandymount, Dublin 4

Scope : Full home renovation of period seafront property

Status : Planning exempt

✓ Full project management, completed on programme

Extension + Renovation

Rear Extension Plus Partial Renovation, Dublin 14

Location : Dublin 14

Scope : Single-storey rear extension and partial ground-floor renovation

Status : Planning exempt

✓ On budget, handover on schedule

Extension + Renovation

20 sqm Single-Storey Rear Extension, Mount Merrion

Location : Mount Merrion, South Dublin

Scope : 20 sqm flat-roof rear extension, open-plan kitchen and dining

Status : Planning exempt

✓ Completed on time and on budget

Extension + Renovation

Split-Level Open Plan Kitchen & Lounge Renovation

Location : Dublin

Scope : Structural reconfiguration, split-level open-plan kitchen and lounge

Status : Planning exempt

✓ Full project management included

Ready to Start Your Renovation in Dublin?

Begin with one feasibility consultation with BuildTech. You will know your real budget, and your planning position, before you spend a cent on design or building. If the numbers do not work, we tell you first. If they do, you will have a clear plan and a price you can trust.

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