Who we help / Grant applicants
Applying for the Vacant Property
Refurbishment Grant?
An asbestos survey is a standard part of the process. We make that straightforward.
About the grant
The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant — part of the government's Croí Cónaithe fund — provides financial support to bring unused properties back into use across Ireland. It is available to owner-occupiers and landlords, and is managed through your local county council.
Properties built up to and including 2007 are eligible. The grant is non-repayable provided conditions are met, including remaining in the property for a minimum of 10 years if it is your principal private residence.
€50,000
Vacant property
Maximum grant available for a qualifying vacant property being refurbished.
€70,000
Derelict property
Maximum grant available where the property is deemed structurally derelict, supported by an independent report.
Where asbestos fits in
Most properties eligible for this grant were built when asbestos-containing materials were in common use across Irish construction — in roofing, flooring, insulation, pipe lagging, and throughout the building fabric.
Before refurbishment work can begin, your architect or local authority will typically require a Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Survey (RDAS) to be completed. This is now standard practice across most county councils as part of the grant approval process.
Worth knowing
Without an RDAS, your project cannot safely or legally proceed, and your grant application may stall. Arranging this early avoids delays further down the line — and in many cases, your architect will prompt you to do exactly that.
How we can help
We carry out the RDAS survey your project needs - thoroughly, and with a clear report that your architect and local authority can act on directly.
Nationwide coverage
We cover the full Republic of Ireland. We can typically arrange a visit promptly and work to your project timeline.
Clear, usable reports
Our reports are detailed, colour-coded, and written to be understood — not just to satisfy a compliance box. Architects and councils can act on them straight away.
Qualified & experienced
Our surveyor holds the BOHS Certificate of Competence in Asbestos — the highest level of individual qualification available — with 25 years of industry experience behind it.
Fully independent
We do not carry out removal work. If asbestos is found, our advice on next steps is completely impartial — no referral fees, no conflicts of interest.
What to expect
Get in touch
contact us with details of the property and your planned works. We'll confirm what survey type you need and provide a written quote.
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Survey visit
We attend the property and carry out a thorough inspection. Any suspect materials are sampled and sent to a UKAS-accredited laboratory.
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Lab analysis
All samples are independently tested. Results are typically back within a few working days.
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Your report
You receive a full written report with colour-coded floor plans. If asbestos is found, we'll talk you through what it means and what comes next.
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Onward support
Your architect and local authority receive the documentation they need. We remain available if further questions arise during the project.
Got a property in mind?
Get in touch and we'll talk you through what's involved. No pressure, no jargon.