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In this 2026 build cost overview for Ireland, quantity surveyor Keith Kelliher looks at labour and material costs, and where they’re heading. Including:
· Labour costs: what the going rates are for trades
· Material costs: where they are and where they’re heading
· Direct labour vs hiring main contractor: pros and cons
· Should you wait to build?
· Reasons to shop around
· Warnings around site-related costs
· How to make savings
This episode was recorded at Selfbuild Extend & Renovate Live Leinster 2026 in February 2026.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
By Selfbuild IrelandIn this 2026 build cost overview for Ireland, quantity surveyor Keith Kelliher looks at labour and material costs, and where they’re heading. Including:
· Labour costs: what the going rates are for trades
· Material costs: where they are and where they’re heading
· Direct labour vs hiring main contractor: pros and cons
· Should you wait to build?
· Reasons to shop around
· Warnings around site-related costs
· How to make savings
This episode was recorded at Selfbuild Extend & Renovate Live Leinster 2026 in February 2026.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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