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Complete List of Retrofit Grants in Ireland 2026
Better Energy Homes grants (2026 rates)
| Measure | Grant amount |
|---|---|
| Attic insulation | Up to €1,500 |
| Cavity wall insulation | Up to €1,700 |
| External wall insulation | Up to €8,000 |
| Internal wall insulation | Up to €4,500 |
| Heat pump (air-to-water) | €6,500 |
| Heat pump survey | €200 |
| Solar PV (up to 4 kWp) | Up to €1,800 |
| Battery storage | €600 |
| Windows and doors | Up to €1,500 |
| Heating controls upgrade | €700 |
| Heat recovery ventilation (HRV) | €1,500 |
| BER assessment | €50 |
The Warmer Homes Scheme (free deep retrofit)
Owner-occupiers on qualifying welfare payments (Fuel Allowance, Disability Allowance, Carer's Allowance, One-Parent Family Payment, Invalidity Pension, or Job Seeker's Allowance over 6 months) can apply for a completely free deep retrofit through the Warmer Homes Scheme. The average value of work is €29,000. The current waiting list is 18–24 months. Apply at seai.ie as soon as possible.
Important rules for all grants
- You must apply and receive grant approval before work starts — grants are not paid retrospectively
- All work must be carried out by an SEAI-registered contractor
- You can combine multiple measures in one application
- Properties built after 2021 may not qualify for all grants
- Grants are not available to apartments unless through a collective scheme
- You cannot claim grants for a property where grants have already been paid for the same measure
See exactly which grants apply to your home
Free grant assessment →Last updated: May 2026