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Inishowen Co-Op returns this month with their annual FREE Home Build Event.
A new addition for 2025, they have added a dedicated Energy Efficiency Hub, complete with experts to answer all your questions on how to heat your home more efficiently while saving you money and to find out what grants are available to you!
The show, a must-attend event for homeowners, self-builders, and renovators, takes place on Saturday, 22nd March at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel Buncrana from 11pm to 4 pm.
This new improved event will showcase over 50 exhibitors offering the latest in home construction, renovation, and sustainable energy solutions.
Inishowen Co-Op Home Build & Energy Efficiency Hub Brings New Additions for Smart, Sustainable Homes!
Energy Efficiency Hub – A New Feature for 2025
The Energy Efficiency Hub is a dedicated area within the event, specifically designed to provide visitors with hands-on knowledge, demonstrations, and expert insights into the latest sustainable building technologies. Here, attendees can:
- Learn how solar panels, heat pumps, and ventilation systems work and what grants are available to you.
- Learn about government grants and funding options to support energy-efficient upgrades, including details on SEAI grant schemes.
- Receive tailored advice from energy experts on how to reduce energy costs and enhance home comfort.
- Explore energy-efficient home solutions, from advanced insulation materials to smart home energy management systems.
- Engage with sustainability-focused exhibitors who specialize in eco-friendly and innovative home solutions.
Also new this year visit Shane Doherty at Shane Doherty Architecture stand where you can view the latest in Virtual Reality in Home Design.
Shane will present an immersive VR walkthrough of house plans, demonstrating how state-of-the-art 3D design and virtual reality can help homeowners and builders visualize their dream homes and optimize design plans from a cost and time perspective.
At the show, you will have the opportunity to:
- Discuss your home-building and renovation plans with industry experts.
- Learn about cutting-edge energy-efficient solutions, including solar panels, heat pumps, external and internal insulation, and sustainable building products.
- Explore new construction and renovation options, including window and door replacement, BER rating improvements, flooring, paints and so much more.
- Engage with many of Inishowen Co-Op’s top suppliers and local professionals who can provide insights into cost-effective products and services for your project.
Get your photo taken with the Dulux dog at the Inishowen Co-Op Home Build Event & Energy Efficiency Hub 2025 event on Saturday March 22nd in Inishowen Gateway Hotel
Guest Speakers – Expert Insights & Advice
The event will feature an impressive line-up of guest speakers, sharing their expertise on key topics:
- 12:00 PM – Christy Lynch, Efficient Renewables
Simplifying Retrofitting & Home Energy Upgrades
Christy Lynch will explain the benefits of retrofitting, home energy upgrades, and how they contribute to long-term cost savings while enhancing home comfort. - Mannok – Premium Insulation & Building Products
Industry leaders answering all your insulation and high-quality building product queries. - 1:00 PM – Claire Irwin, Irwin Consulting & Retrofit Grants
Navigating the Croí Cónaithe Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant
Known for her expertise as a Quantity Surveyor on RTÉ’s Room to Improve, Claire Irwin will break down the €70,000 Croí Cónaithe Grant, explaining who is eligible and how to apply. Her talk will be followed by a Q&A session, giving attendees the opportunity to get personalised advice.
Explore new construction and renovation options
Why Attend?
Whether you’re planning a new build, considering a retrofit, or looking for sustainable and cost-efficient home improvements, this event is the perfect opportunity to meet the experts, ask questions, and gain valuable insights to help you make informed decisions.
Don’t miss the Inishowen Co-Op Home Build Event & Energy Efficiency Hub 2025 event on Saturday March 22nd in Inishowen Gateway Hotel, get your photo taken with the Dulux dog, enjoy a free cuppa and take the opportunity to meet the experts and learn more.
Also meet the Co-Ops community partners to discover the community support available in the region, enter the free draws and pick up some inspiration through the many options and solutions available in the region on your home build journey.
For further details visit Inishowen Co-Op Facebook and Instagram page or call 074 9374178.