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27/02/2025

RFC Fire Stopping Assists With Structural Safety Ahead Of New Scheme

The Irish Government is finalising a €2 billion remediation scheme to address fire safety, structural safety, and water ingress defects in apartments and duplexes constructed between 1991 and 2013. 

This initiative aims to ensure the safety and compliance of affected buildings, with 100% of eligible remediation costs covered under the scheme.

Key Highlights of the Scheme:

• Scope: Targets fire safety, structural safety, and water ingress defects.

• Eligibility: Applies to apartments and duplexes built between 1991 and 2013.

• Funding: Covers 100% of eligible remediation costs.

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• Status: Legislation is being drafted, with the scheme expected to commence soon.

At RFC Fire Stopping, a division of RFC Security Group, our leadership team brings over 60 years of experience in fire protection and 30 years specialising in fire defect remediation.

We are poised to assist property owners, Owners' Management Companies (OMCs), and developers in navigating this forthcoming scheme efficiently.

How RFC Fire Stopping Can Assist You:

• Proactive Assessments: Conducting thorough evaluations to identify potential defects early.

• Strategic Planning: Developing remediation plans aligned with anticipated scheme requirements.

• Documentation Preparation: Assisting in compiling necessary documentation to expedite funding applications.

• Certified Remediation Services: Executing remediation works in compliance with the highest industry standards.

By engaging with RFC Firestopping now, you can position your property to benefit promptly once the scheme is operational, ensuring safety and compliance without delay.

Visit www.rfcfirestopping.ie

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