How much does a modular home cost in Ireland?

Modular homes in Ireland from New Chapter Homes start from approximately €45,000 depending on the model and specification. Our Chapter One, Two and Three series offer different sizes and finishes to suit a range of budgets.

Do modular homes in Ireland need planning permission?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. A permanent modular home used as a dwelling generally requires planning permission. Certain developments may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional.

How long does it take to build a modular home?

Modular homes from New Chapter Homes are typically manufactured within 8–12 weeks (indicative) and installed on site within a few days, depending on groundworks, site preparation, planning, and specification.

Do you supply garden rooms in Kildare?

Yes, New Chapter Homes is based in Naas, Co. Kildare and supplies garden rooms, garden studios and modular buildings across Kildare and nationwide.

Can I finance a modular home in Ireland?

Indicative finance options may be available from €200 per week (subject to status and lender approval) through our finance partners, with deposits from 10% and indicative approval timelines of 48–72 hours. Self-employed applicants are welcome. First-time buyers may also qualify for the Help-to-Buy grant (subject to scheme eligibility). Indicative prices cover the turnkey building, delivery and installation; site-specific works are assessed after the site survey and identified separately in the written quotation.

What is the difference between a modular home and a prefab home in Ireland?

Modular homes and prefab homes are often used interchangeably in Ireland. Both are built in a factory and transported to site. New Chapter modular homes are fully fitted — including kitchen, bathroom, plumbing, and electrical fit-out — and are built to the same building regulations (BCAR, Part L, Part B) as traditional homes, with an A-rated BER certificate.

Are modular homes energy efficient in Ireland?

New Chapter modular homes are designed for A-rated BER performance, with premium insulation, heat pump heating, and airtight construction. Actual BER performance depends on final specification and is confirmed on completion. Actual energy savings depend on usage, specification and the property being compared.

Can I put a modular home in my garden in Ireland?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. A permanent modular home used as a dwelling generally requires planning permission. Certain smaller garden structures may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional.

How long does it take to install a modular home in Ireland?

A New Chapter modular home is typically manufactured in our factory in approximately 8–12 weeks (indicative), then installed on your site within 1–2 days using a crane. The total timeline from order to handover is typically 10–16 weeks (indicative), depending on site preparation, planning, and specification.

Do Irish banks give mortgages on modular homes?

Modular homes built to building regulations and appropriately certified may be mortgageable, subject to individual lender criteria. We can advise on what lenders typically require and introduce you to finance partners. Indicative finance options may also be available from €200/week (subject to status and lender approval).

Do you build modular homes in Kildare?

Yes. New Chapter Homes is based in Naas, County Kildare, and builds luxury modular homes, sustainable garden pods and affordable housing across all of Kildare — including Naas, Newbridge, Kildare Town, Maynooth, Athy, Leixlip, Celbridge, Kilcock, Kilcullen, Johnstown, Sallins, Clane and everywhere in between. Our display village in Johnstown, Naas is coming soon — register your interest to be notified when it opens.

Do you build modular homes in Dublin?

Yes. New Chapter Homes designs, manufactures and installs luxury modular homes, sustainable garden pods and affordable housing across Dublin city and county — including Rathcoole, Clondalkin, Tallaght, Lucan, Blanchardstown, Swords, Malahide, Howth, Dun Laoghaire, Blackrock, Stillorgan, Dundrum, Rathfarnham, Castleknock, Clontarf and every area in between. A-rated, fully fitted homes from €45,000 (€200/week), installed in 6–10 weeks.

How much does a modular home cost in Kildare or Dublin?

Modular homes in Kildare and Dublin start from €45,000 for our Chapter Three compact home, with our two-bedroom Chapter One from €80,000 and bespoke family homes from €220,000. Indicative prices cover the fully fitted interior, delivery, installation, and certification. Indicative finance options may be available from €200/week (subject to status). Foundations, groundworks, service connections and other site-specific works are assessed after the site survey and identified separately in the written quotation.

Can I get a garden room in Kildare or Dublin without planning permission?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. Certain garden rooms and smaller modular units may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional. New Chapter Homes can advise on your specific site in Kildare or Dublin — contact us for a free assessment.

SIP Panel Houses Ireland: Structural Insulated Panels Explained

SIP Panel Houses in Ireland

SIP (Structural Insulated Panel) houses are one of the fastest-growing construction methods for modular and prefab homes in Ireland. This guide explains what SIP panels are, how SIP construction compares to timber and steel frame, and why SIPs suit the Irish climate so well.

What Are SIP Panels?

A Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) is a high-performance building panel consisting of an insulating foam core sandwiched between two structural facings — usually oriented strand board (OSB). SIPs are manufactured in a factory to precise dimensions, delivered to site, and assembled into the walls, roof and floor of a home.

The result is a structure that is:

Highly insulated — the insulation is integral to the panel, no cold bridging
Airtight — panels fit tightly, reducing heat loss and draughts
Strong — the sandwich construction is structurally self-supporting
Fast to erect — a whole house can be wind-tight in days
Dimensionally accurate — factory-cut to millimetre precision

SIP vs Timber Frame vs Steel Frame

| Factor | SIP panels | Timber frame | Light-gauge steel | |---|---|---|---| | Insulation | Integral, no cold bridging | Added between studs | Added between studs | | Airtightness | Excellent | Good if detailed well | Good if detailed well | | Speed | Very fast — wind-tight in days | Fast | Fast | | Strength | High (sandwich panel) | Good | Very high | | Fire | OSB facing is combustible | Combustible | Non-combustible | | Best for | Energy-efficient homes | Traditional feel | Exposed / coastal sites |

All three methods can produce a certified, permanent, A-rated home. SIPs' particular strength is energy efficiency and airtightness — they make achieving a low U-value and an A-rated BER straightforward.

See also: Light Gauge Steel Modular Homes Ireland and Steel-Frame Modular Homes Ireland

Why SIPs Suit the Irish Climate

Excellent insulation — deep foam core keeps heat in during Irish winters
Airtight construction — stops the draughts that drive Irish heating bills
Low U-values — makes an A-rated BER achievable
Fast wind-tight envelope — critical given Irish weather windows

What to Look for in a SIP Supplier

Certification — CE mark and Building Regulations compliance
Panel thickness and insulation spec — confirm the U-value
Airtightness detailing — tapes, seals and junctions
Fire performance — confirm the fire rating of the system
Warranty — a proper structural warranty

Talk to Us About a SIP Panel Home

At New Chapter Homes, we build energy-efficient modular homes using a range of certified construction methods. Book a free consultation to talk through whether SIPs are the right choice for your project.

Key Resources

Read the Modular Homes Hub guide — the complete guide to modular homes in Ireland.
Explore our modular homes — the New Chapter Homes range.
View our specifications — full technical detail on insulation, U-values and certification.
See modular home prices — modular home costs in Ireland.

SIP Panel Houses Ireland: Structural Insulated Panels Explained

SIP Panel Houses in Ireland

What Are SIP Panels?

SIP vs Timber Frame vs Steel Frame

Why SIPs Suit the Irish Climate

What to Look for in a SIP Supplier

Talk to Us About a SIP Panel Home

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