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Home Improvement Tools and Checkers

Quick, free tools to help you work out what you need before you call anyone: whether you need planning permission, whether your home is ready for a heat pump, whether something is an emergency, and how much paint, tile or flooring to buy.

  • Answers in under a minute
  • Checkers for planning, heat pumps and compliance
  • Quantity calculators
  • Free quotes when you're ready
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Emergency Trade is independent and not part of SEAI or any council. Always confirm details with the official source before applying.

How the tools work

Each tool asks a few quick questions and gives you a clear result, with links to the right guide or tradesperson. They're a starting point, not a substitute for professional advice, but they'll help you know what to ask.

Guides in this section

Extension Planning Permission CheckerAnswer five quick questions to see whether your extension is likely to be exempt from planning permission, may need chec… Heat Pump Readiness CheckerHeat pumps work best in well-insulated homes, and the SEAI grant requires a technical assessment. Answer five questions … Roof Repair or Replace CheckerAnswer five quick questions about your roof to see whether a repair is likely to be enough, or whether it's time to thin… Landlord Compliance CheckerAnswer six quick questions to see whether your rental property is on track with the main safety and compliance requireme… Paint CalculatorEnter your room's size to work out how many litres of paint you need for the walls, allowing for doors, windows and two … Tile CalculatorEnter the area to tile and your box size to see how many square metres and boxes to buy, including extra for cuts and br… Flooring CalculatorEnter your room size and pack size to see how many packs of flooring to buy, including extra for cuts and waste.

Frequently asked questions

Are the tools free?

Yes, all of them.

Are the results guaranteed?

No. They give a guide based on your answers. Always confirm with a professional, your council or the official source.

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