Building preservation

Old houses need to be treated with respect and maintenance and renovation must be done correctly. Certain structures have a preservation value for artistic or cultural-historical reasons.

Noise Control Grant

Reykjavík City offers noise control grants to homeowners on busy streets. These grants help improve sound insulation in homes by replacing regular windows with insulating glass.

If your dwelling is situated near a busy road where noise levels from traffic reach at least 65 dB(A) outside your window or wall, you're eligible for a noise control grant.

Building Preservation Fund

The building preservation fund provides grants for renovations or repairs to structures with special artistic or cultural significance. Grants are advertised once a year. Work must align with the original architectural style and heritage preservation principles.

Building Preservation Center – Advise on House Maintenance and Repair

Experts in maintaining older buildings offer counseling at Árbær Open Air Museum every Wednesday from 3pm to 5pm, February 1 to November 30.

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Civil Engineering Lifetime Costs

Cost analysis based on a structure's lifespan. Shows the real cost of building and operating a structure over a specific number of years. Maintenance needs have the most significant impact on results. Therefore, it's crucial to choose the right building materials for each structure.