Keith Kelliher
Keith is a quantity surveyor with over 20 years' experience and is the founder of Kelliher & Associates Quantity Surveyors. quantitysurveyor.ie
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What is a builder’s finish?
If you plan on building a house or extension you’ll hear the term builder’s finish bandied about, but what does it actually mean? In this article we cover: I have been quoted for a builder’s finish, what does that mean? Keith says: There is no specific definition of the term “builder’s finish” so make sure […] More
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in Advice, Choosing wall and floor finishes, Foundations, subfloors and screeds: Watchpoints, Free ContentHow much does polished concrete cost in Ireland?
It’s always a good idea to get at least three quotations, especially for an expensive finish like polished concrete – here we look at how much it costs in Ireland today. In this article we cover: I’ve gotten two quotes of €20k for polished concrete, 190sqm, new build, is that average? Keith says: Sounds reasonable, […] More
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How much can you save with a self-build?
There will be a saving if you manage your house build yourself (direct labour) as opposed to hiring a main contractor to manage the build; here we look at how much you can really save with a self-build. In this article we cover: What’s the price difference between a direct labour vs contractor led project […] More
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How much does it cost to build a house in 2024?
Keith Kelliher looks at whether or not now is a good time to break ground and what 2024 has in store for house building costs. In this article we cover: Q: What way are material and labour prices trending? Hoping to break ground in the next few weeks. Keith says: Stabilising but concrete levy and […] More
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The cost of blockwork and timber frame walls
Your choice of building method will have an impact on the cost of your walls; here we compare a bungalow and two storey house built for both blockwork and timber frame. In this article we cover: For cost purposes, external walls refer to the structure of the main external envelope of the property. In most […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Collating your ideas, Joinery: Watchpoints, The design brief and getting the space rightJoinery Costs
What you can expect to pay in joinery costs in Ireland today, including staircases, internal doors and inbuilt units. In this article we cover: Joinery costs: staircase structure The size, shape, position and layout of staircases, which taken with material choices, will lead to a variety of cost outcomes. The combined effect can result in […] More
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Cost of upper storey floors
How much your upper storey structural floors will cost, from the various types of joists to concrete options. In this article we cover: The cost of your structural floors is determined by several factors, including the material choice, sound insulation, thermal insulation, fire resistance, structural stability, and transfer of services. It is crucial to have […] More
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in Advice, Before you start to dig, Budget & Financing, Foundations, subfloors and screeds: WatchpointsFoundation costs
Substructure costs refer to everything below finished floor level; here we look at your foundations costs. In this article we cover: The cost of the substructure is influenced by various factors, including the type of soil (this determines if you need the simplest, cheapest foundation or a more expensive option), level of the water table […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Landscaping: Watchpoints, Provisions for on-site electricity, water, WastewaterLandscaping and groundwork costs
Groundwork costs refer to the preparation of land for future work; here we look at landscaping and ancillary costs. In this article we cover: Groundwork is the term given to the preparation of land for future work. This includes all of the site preparations, including those relating to digging for foundations. Your foundations could cost […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Other key structural decisions, Roofing & External finishes: WatchpointsRoofing Costs
Flat versus pitched, bungalow versus two storey, warm versus cold roof, we look at the details of roofing costs. In this article we cover: Four factors influence the type of roof structure selected for a project: size and shape of the building, ridge height, appearance, and installation and maintenance requirements. All of these will have […] More
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Tender costs
How much you will pay to build your home will depend on how much builders are charging; here we look at tender costs and how tenders are put together. In this article we cover: To get a price for your construction drawings with exact specifications (including lighting schedule, heating system, ventilation, etc.) you could get […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Cost savers, Direct labour vs main contractor, Insurance and warranty cover, Site access, Water & ElectricityBuild costs you shouldn’t forget about
What you will end up paying to build or extend your home goes beyond the bricks and mortar; here are the non build costs to take into account. In this article we cover: The site If you don’t have one already, it’s easy to spend a third or more of your entire budget on the […] More
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