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.

Steel-Frame Modular Homes Ireland: Why an Engineered Frame Matters

Steel-Frame Modular Homes in Ireland

A steel-frame modular home uses a precision-engineered light-gauge steel frame as its structural skeleton, instead of a traditional timber frame. For Irish sites — especially coastal and exposed locations — a steel frame offers real advantages in strength, accuracy and longevity.

This guide explains what a steel-frame modular home is, where it outperforms timber frame, and what to look for when comparing suppliers.

What Is a Steel-Frame Modular Home?

A light-gauge steel-frame (LGFS) modular home is built from cold-formed steel sections, engineered and cut to millimetre accuracy in a factory. The frame is assembled into wall, floor and roof panels, insulated, clad and finished, then delivered and joined on site.

The result is a structure that is:

Engineered for Irish wind loads — critical on coastal and exposed sites
Dimensionally accurate — no settling, twisting or warping over time
Lighter than traditional build — easier delivery and crane lift on tight sites
Non-combustible — steel doesn't burn
Consistent — every panel is built to the same spec, every time

Steel Frame vs Timber Frame

| Factor | Light-gauge steel frame | Timber frame | |---|---|---| | Strength | High strength-to-weight, engineered for wind loads | Good, but more variable | | Accuracy | Millimetre-precise, no settling | Can settle and twist over time | | Fire | Non-combustible | Combustible | | Moisture | Does not rot | Susceptible to moisture if not detailed properly | | Lifespan | 60+ year design life | 60+ years if well built | | Sustainability | Recyclable | Renewable material |

Both can produce an excellent, certified, permanent home. Steel frame's edge is on exposed, coastal or tightly-engineered sites where dimensional accuracy and wind resistance matter most.

Where a Steel Frame Really Earns Its Keep

Coastal sites — salt air and high wind loads
Tight harbour-front and urban plots — accurate, lightweight panels suit restricted access
Sloping sites — engineered frames pair well with ground-screw foundations
Larger open-plan homes — steel allows longer clear spans without intermediate walls

What to Look for in a Steel-Frame Modular Supplier

Certification — CE mark and Building Regulations compliance
Engineering sign-off — structural calculations for your specific site
Corrosion protection — coated or stainless fixings for Irish climate
Thermal performance — deep insulated panels, low U-values, A-rated BER
Warranty — a proper structural warranty

Talk to Us About a Steel-Frame Modular Home

At New Chapter Homes, we build engineered, certified modular homes suited to the Irish climate — including coastal and exposed sites. Book a free consultation to talk through the right structure for your site.

Steel-Frame Modular Homes Ireland: Why an Engineered Frame Matters

Steel-Frame Modular Homes in Ireland

What Is a Steel-Frame Modular Home?

Steel Frame vs Timber Frame

Where a Steel Frame Really Earns Its Keep

What to Look for in a Steel-Frame Modular Supplier

Talk to Us About a Steel-Frame Modular Home

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