Find Trusted Builders Near You in Limerick

Planning a renovation, extension, or new build in Limerick City or County requires hiring a reliable builder. Finding professional builders limerick is simplified through Constructors.ie, where every builder’s profile undergoes a manual vetting process for active public liability insurance and company registry details.

Limerick construction costs average slightly below Dublin rates, but are subject to local supply and structural design specifications.

• Extension Construction: €2,100 – €2,700 per square metre.
• Renovation Works: €1,500 – €2,100 per square metre.
• New Build Construction: €1,950 – €2,600 per square metre (excluding site costs).

Navigating Limerick's planning control and heritage standards is key to keeping your project compliant.

• Limerick City and County Council: Planning applications and building control notices are managed through the Planning Department at Merchant's Quay (City) and Dooradoyle (County).
• Planning Exemptions: Ground-floor rear extensions under 40 square metres are exempt from planning, provided they adhere to height limitations and do not cover more than 50% of the remaining garden area.
• Georgian Limerick Conservation: Properties within Limerick City’s architectural conservation areas (such as Newtown Pery) are subject to strict rules regarding window replacements (typically requiring sliding sash timber units rather than uPVC) and structural alterations, requiring full planning permission.