What are the next steps?

You can get more information on the Home Energy Grants programme in one of three ways:

  • Request more information by ringing: 01 8082100

What is the process?

Firstly, you must contact and engage an independent SEAI registered Technical Advisor as listed here: www.seai.ie/resources/find-a-registered-professional/SEAI-Registered-Technical-Advisors.pdf 

Once the Technical Assessment is complete, you must upload your assessment document via the Online Application Wizard: www.seai.ie/grants/home-energy-grants/how-to-apply 

Don’t forget to follow the Technical Advisor’s recommendations to upgrade the fabric to the required level to qualify for the heat pump grant. The fabric upgrades may be undertaken in conjunction with the heat pump system installation. Multiple upgrade measures may be included in a single grant application.

Once you are grant approved for the Heat Pump, contact a registered contractor for heat pumps from the SEAI registered contractor list at: https://hes.seai.ie/GrantProcess/ContractorSearch.aspx 

You should contact a number of registered contractors to ensure you receive the best quality available, at a competitive price.

Once you have selected an SEAI registered heat pump contractor, follow the steps to complete the Home Energy Grants programme online application form: www.seai.ie/grants/home-energy-grants/how-to-apply

Satisfied Cat on a warm wooden floor

The next step is to have the works carried out. It is in your best interest to make sure you are satisfied that all your questions are answered. If an answer seems too complicated, then ask for a simpler explanation. If someone is selling you a new heat pump they will be happy to provide an explanation to your satisfaction.

To qualify for a grant you must meet the following criteria:

  • The technical assessment must be completed by an SEAI registered Technical Advisor

  • The Technical Assessment must be uploaded through the Online Grant Application Wizard

  • Any recommended fabric upgrades must be completed to meet the required heat loss indicator for the successful installation of the heat pump system. 

  • The heat pump works must be undertaken by an SEAI registered Contractor in accordance with the technical requirements set out in SEAI’s Domestic Technical Standards and Specifications, the Better Energy Homes Contractor’s Code of Practice and Quality Assurance & Discipline Procedures (QADP).

  • For more information visit: www.seai.ie/grants/supports-for-contractors/ 

  • The applicant shall have a formal contract in place with each of their chosen registered Contractors before works commence. The contract should cover compliance of the works with the Better Energy Homes grant requirements.

  • The contract of works agreed is between the Homeowner and the Contractor only. SEAI accepts no liability or responsibility for any breach of contract between the Homeowner and the Contractor.

  • For the full list of Terms & Conditions please refer to the Better Energy Homes Programme Application Guide, available at: www.seai.ie/grants/home-energy-grants/how-to-apply