Home energy grants in Ireland (2026)
There is a grant for nearly every part of upgrading your home's energy: insulation, a heat pump, windows and doors, solar, heating controls, and free upgrades if you are on a qualifying payment. Here they all are in one place, with the answers to the questions people ask most.
Last checked July 2026
The grants
- Insulation grants (up to €8,000): attic, cavity, internal and external wall.
- Heat pump grant (up to €12,500): the main route off an oil or gas boiler.
- Windows and doors grant (up to €5,600): for homes built before 2011.
- Heating controls (€700): get more from the system you have.
- Solar PV grant (up to €1,800): panels that make electricity.
- One Stop Shop: a managed whole-home upgrade, grant off the price up front.
- Warmer Homes Scheme (free): fully funded upgrades if you get a qualifying welfare payment.
- Home Energy Upgrade Loan: a low-cost, government-backed loan to fund the works.
Common questions
- What should I do first?
- Do I need the money up front?
- How long is the Warmer Homes waiting list?
- Can I get a grant if I rent?
- I just bought the house, do I still qualify?
- Does my house qualify by its age?
- What about an apartment?
- Do I need a BER, and who pays?
Checked against the official source on 25 July 2026. Always confirm the details on the official page before applying.
Questions people ask
What home energy grants can I get in Ireland?
SEAI grants cover attic and wall insulation, heat pumps, windows and doors, heating controls, solar electricity and solar water heating, plus fully funded upgrades under the Warmer Homes Scheme for eligible households.
Which grant is the biggest?
The heat pump grant is up to €12,500, the largest single individual grant. A managed whole-home upgrade through a One Stop Shop can be worth much more across several measures.
Can I get upgrades for free?
Yes. If you get a qualifying welfare payment, the Warmer Homes Scheme can fully fund your insulation and heating upgrades at no cost to you.
How do I know which grants suit my home?
Describe your situation to the assistant on the homepage and it checks all the supports at once, or browse the grants above.
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