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Plant sector buoyed by industry optimism & belief that ‘better times are ahead’

30 Mar , 2021  

A sense of optimism and a belief that ‘better times are ahead’ is being felt throughout the construction plant sector, reflected in a willingness on the part of leading contractors to invest in new machinery, despite the many restrictions that the industry has had to endure over the past 12 months. That is the view […]

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Commitment to high standards

30 Mar , 2021  

South Dublin Electricians is an electrical contracting company which has enjoyed a quick rise over the past five years. Building Ireland heard all about the company, from its origins to the state of business at the moment, from Managing Director Martin Lavelle recently. From their centrally located commercial unit in Dublin 12, South Dublin Electricians […]

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Dartmouth Building Works approaches 35 years

29 Mar , 2021  

Established since 1986, Dartmouth Building Works Ltd are building contractors that specialise in refurbishments, renovations, extensions, fit-out contracts and new builds. Building Ireland touched base with Managing Director, Paul Merriman to learn more about the Dublin-based company. Next year will see Dartmouth Building Works Ltd mark 35 years in existence and right now business is thriving […]

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Hadi Beik Daraei Appointed Senior Design Engineer as Part of LPI Group’s Continued International Growth

26 Mar , 2021  

LPI Group, Europe’s leading lightning protection system, earthing system and surge protection device specialists have today announced the appointment of Hadi Beik Daraei, as Senior Design Engineer. Hadi has over 16 years of experience in the electrical engineering field across onshore, offshore, and building establishments as a senior designer, lead engineer and project manager achieving […]

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Built to perfection by Clarke Construction

26 Mar , 2021  

For the past 12 years, Clarke Construction Ltd has consistently lived up to its slogan, “Perfection is what we regard as a minimum standard”, when it comes to new home builds, extensions and renovations in the greater Dublin area. Managing director Colin Clarke explains more. Thinking of building your dream home or renovating / extending […]

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Solid growth in February mortgage approvals

25 Mar , 2021  

Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) has today published the latest figures from the BPFI Mortgage Approvals Report for February 2021. The following are the key elements: A total of 3,651 mortgages were approved in February 2021 – first-time buyers (FTBs) were approved for 1,969 mortgages (53.9% of total volume) while mover purchasers accounted for 903 (24.7%). […]

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Total mechanical, electrical and renewable energy solutions from Energywise

25 Mar , 2021  

With offices in Cork and Kerry, Energywise Ireland is Munster’s premier provider of renewable energy solutions, specialising in the design, supply, installation and commissioning of a full range of mechanical, electrical, ventilation, solar PV and automated systems. Building Ireland had a chat with managing director Berth Sheehy to find out more about the full range […]

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A family built on quality

24 Mar , 2021  

Based in Richardstown, Ardee, Co Louth, Michael Giggins & Sons provide specialist design and build capabilities. The knowledge, skills and intellectual capital of their people ensure they are able to manage and integrate all aspects of a project. They take pride in bringing specialist knowledge, sector-leading experience and fresh thinking to create workable solutions for […]

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Busy times at Avondale Projects

23 Mar , 2021  

Avondale Projects provide building services for residential and commercial businesses in Kerry, Cork and Limerick. Building Ireland caught up with its Managing Director Noel Leahy recently to learn all about the Killarney-based business. Business is good right now at Avondale Projects and the plan for its owner and founder Noel Leahy is to keep things […]

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Quality remains key at McHugh & Gallagher Builders Ltd

22 Mar , 2021  

With more than 40 years’ experience in the industry, McHugh & Gallagher Builders Ltd provide all types of building services for their clients. Building Ireland touched base with co-director Glenn McHugh to hear all about the Co Sligo-based business. These are the busy times at McHugh & Gallagher Builders Ltd and the plan for directors […]