Guides
Guides & advice
Plain-English answers to the questions we’re asked most about glass, windows, doors, planning and grants in Ireland.
Advice before you buy
Most of the questions we’re asked before a job aren’t about price. They’re about rules and choices. Do I need planning? Will the grant cover it? Which glass is safe here? These guides answer those questions in plain English, using the regulations and official sources where they apply. We review them regularly and note the date at the top of each one.
Do you need planning permission?
The 2026 rules for extensions, garden rooms, pergolas, porches, fences, gates and bin stores.
A note on rules and grants
Planning exemptions, Building Regulations and grant schemes change. When they do, we update these guides. Each guide is general information, not legal or financial advice. For your own project, check the current rules with your local council, SEAI or a qualified professional.
About our guides
Are these guides specific to Ireland?
Yes. They’re written for homes and businesses in the Republic of Ireland and refer to Irish planning regulations, Building Regulations and SEAI grants.
How often are the guides updated?
We review them regularly, and whenever the rules they cover change. Each guide shows the date it was last reviewed.
Can you help with my specific project?
Yes. Send us photos and a short description on WhatsApp, or request a site survey, and we’ll give you advice for your own situation.