How to Apply for the Warmer Homes Scheme

What is the Warmer Homes Scheme?

The Warmer Homes Scheme is a government-funded programme that provides free energy upgrades for homes that qualify. There is no cost to the homeowner for the upgrades SEAI approves. The average value of work completed under the scheme is approximately €29,000 per home. An SEAI surveyor decides which upgrades suit your home, so not every home gets every upgrade. Upgrades can include attic insulation, external or internal wall insulation, a heat pump, solar PV, and new windows. Since the 29 September 2026 announcement, solar panels of up to 4 kWp with a 5 kWh battery are to be offered as standard where the home is suitable.

Who qualifies?

To qualify for Warmer Homes you must:

• Own and live in the property as your primary home
• Receive one of the qualifying payments: Fuel Allowance, Working Family Payment, One-Parent Family Payment, Domiciliary Care Allowance, Carer's Allowance (living with the person you care for), or Jobseeker's Allowance or Disability Allowance for over 6 months with a child under 7
• Have a home built and occupied before 2006
• Have a published BER (SEAI arranges one free if you do not have one). Homes with lower BERs are prioritised

The waiting list

The Warmer Homes Scheme has a current waiting list of 24–26 months from the date of application. This means you should apply as soon as possible. You will be placed on the list and SEAI will contact you when your turn comes. You do not need to do anything else after applying.

How to apply

Apply directly at seai.ie/home-energy/warmer-homes-scheme. You will need your MPRN (electricity meter number, found on your bill), proof of your qualifying payment, and your Eircode. The application takes approximately 20 minutes. While you wait, you can still apply for standard Better Energy Homes grants for measures not covered by Warmer Homes.