2026 SEAI grant directory · Updated May 2026
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Every SEAI home energy grant explained — and which one fits which home.
The full SEAI menu in one place — amounts, eligibility cut-offs, and the rules that disqualify homeowners most often. Click any grant for the detailed guide, or use the navigator to see which apply to your home.
Last verified: May 2026. Independent guide — not affiliated with SEAI.
2026 Grant Amounts at a Glance
| Grant | Detached | Semi-D | Mid-Terrace | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attic Insulation | €2,000 | €1,500 | €1,400 | €1,100 |
| Attic (FTB/welfare) | €2,500 | €2,500 | €2,500 | €2,500 |
| Cavity Wall | €1,800 | €1,300 | €850 | €700 |
| Internal Wall (Drylining) | €4,500 | €3,500 | €2,000 | €1,500 |
| External Wall | €8,000 | €6,000 | €3,500 | €3,000 |
| Heat Pump System | €12,500 | €12,500 | €12,500 | €9,500 |
| Windows | €4,000 | €3,000 | €1,800 | €1,500 |
| External Door (each) | €800 | €800 | €800 | €800 |
| Heating Controls | €700 | €700 | €700 | €700 |
| Solar PV (max) | €1,800 | €1,800 | €1,800 | €1,800 |
| Solar Water Heating | €1,200 | €1,200 | €1,200 | €1,200 |
| BER Assessment | €50 | €50 | €50 | €50 |
Grant amounts sourced from SEAI.ie, May 2026. Always verify at seai.ie before applying.
Better Energy Homes — Individual Grants
Apply directly to SEAI for each measure. Grants stack — do multiple upgrades, claim multiple grants. Each measure requires SEAI approval before work starts and an SEAI-registered contractor.
Attic Insulation Grant
Up to €2,000
Insulate your attic or roof space to cut heat loss by up to 20%. Standard amount varies by dwelling type — €2,000 detached, €1,500 semi, €1,400 mid-terrace, €1,100 apartment. Enhanced rates may apply for qualifying welfare recipients.
Eligibility: Home built before 2011. No prior attic grant.
Full guideCavity Wall Insulation Grant
Up to €1,800
Fill the cavity between your inner and outer walls with insulation — one of the most cost-effective retrofits. Standard amount varies: €1,800 detached, €1,300 semi, €850 mid-terrace, €700 apartment. Enhanced rates may apply for qualifying welfare recipients.
Eligibility: Home built before 2011. Cavity survey required first.
Full guideInternal Wall Insulation Grant
Up to €4,500
Drylining — insulating layer applied to the inside of external walls. Amount varies: €4,500 detached, €3,500 semi, €2,000 mid-terrace, €1,500 apartment.
Eligibility: Home built before 2011.
Full guideExternal Wall Insulation Grant
Up to €8,000
Insulating layer on the outside of walls — the highest-impact single insulation measure. Amount varies: €8,000 detached, €6,000 semi, €3,500 mid-terrace, €3,000 apartment.
Eligibility: Home built before 2011.
Full guideHeat Pump System Grant
Up to €12,500
Heat pump bundle: unit (€6,500) + distribution upgrades (€2,000) + renewable heat bonus (€4,000). Amounts vary by system type and dwelling. Air-to-air max €7,500, apartments max €9,500.
Eligibility: Home built before 2021. No existing heat pump.
Full guideWindows & Doors Grant
Up to €4,000
New from 2 March 2026. Windows grant varies by dwelling: €4,000 detached, €3,000 semi, €1,800 mid-terrace, €1,500 apartment. External doors are eligible separately at €800/door (max 2 doors). Requires adequate insulation in place.
Eligibility: Home built before 2011. Works ordered from 27 Jan 2026.
Full guideHeating Controls Grant
€700
Smart thermostats and zone controls — cuts heating bills by 10–15%. Cannot be combined with a heat pump grant application.
Eligibility: Home built before 2011. No heat pump grant claimed.
Full guideBER Assessment Grant
€50
SEAI contribution toward a Building Energy Rating (BER) assessment — typically required before and after most grant applications. Full assessment costs €150–€350.
Eligibility: Available to most applicants. Assessor must be SEAI-registered.
Full guideSolar Grants
Available for homes built before 2021 — open to a wider range than most BEH grants.
Solar PV Grant
Up to €1,800
Grant toward solar electricity panels — €700/kWp up to 2kWp, then €200/kWp up to 4kWp, capped at €1,800. Additional microgeneration income possible from export to the grid.
Eligibility: Home built before 2021. No prior solar PV grant.
Full guideSolar Water Heating Grant
€1,200
Flat-rate grant toward a solar thermal system — roof-mounted collectors providing 50–60% of annual hot water needs. Post-works BER required.
Eligibility: Home built before 2021. No prior solar thermal grant.
Full guideAlternative Retrofit Routes
These are separate pathways — you generally cannot also claim individual BEH grants for the same works if using one of these routes.
One Stop Shop (Deep Retrofit)
Measure-based grants
A managed end-to-end retrofit service — one registered provider handles everything. SEAI support is based on the measures installed and must bring the home to B2 BER or better after works.
Eligibility: Home built before 2011. BER below B2 currently.
Full guideWarmer Homes Scheme
Fully funded
Free home energy upgrades for qualifying social welfare recipients — SEAI appoints a contractor, all works at no cost. Covers insulation, heating controls, windows. Waiting list currently 24–26 months.
Eligibility: Pre-2006 home, BER C or lower, qualifying welfare recipient. Owner-occupier only.
Full guideHow to Apply — The Correct Order
Check which grants apply to your home
Use the HomeUpgrade.ie navigator (free) or SEAI.ie to confirm eligibility based on your property age, type, and current situation.
Get a BER assessment
A BER assessor visits your home and produces a Building Energy Rating certificate and advisory report — required for most grant routes. Costs €150–€350; SEAI contributes €50.
Get quotes from SEAI-registered contractors
All work must use contractors registered with SEAI for the specific measure. Get at least 3 quotes. Verify registration at seai.ie/contractor-register.
Apply at hes.seai.ie BEFORE any work starts
Submit your application online. You need your MPRN (on your ESB bill), property details, and contractor quote. Receive written approval before proceeding.
Work is completed, grant is paid
After the SEAI-registered contractor completes work and submits paperwork, SEAI processes payment. For OSS, the grant is deducted upfront by the provider.
Frequently asked questions
Verified May 2026 against SEAI published guidance. Always confirm at seai.ie before applying.
What SEAI grants are available in Ireland in 2026?▾
In 2026 SEAI offers grants under the Better Energy Homes scheme (individual grants per measure), the One Stop Shop (managed deep retrofit with measure-level support), the Warmer Homes Scheme (fully funded upgrades for qualifying welfare recipients), and the Solar PV and Solar Thermal schemes. Individual grants cover attic insulation, cavity wall, internal wall, external wall insulation, heat pumps (up to €12,500), windows & doors, heating controls, BER assessment, solar PV, and solar thermal.
Can I combine SEAI grants?▾
Better Energy Homes grants stack across different measures — for example you can claim attic insulation, heat pump and solar PV at the same time. You cannot combine Better Energy Homes grants with the One Stop Shop for the same measures. Warmer Homes is a separate route — you cannot also claim Better Energy Homes grants for the same upgrade if you are availing of Warmer Homes.
Do I have to apply before any work starts?▾
Yes. SEAI applications must be approved in writing before work begins. Starting work — even paying a deposit or having a contractor schedule the job — can permanently disqualify your home for that measure. There are no exceptions.
Which homes are eligible for SEAI grants?▾
Most SEAI individual grants require the home to have been built and occupied before 2011, with a valid MPRN, and to be using the home as a principal private residence. Heat pump and Solar PV grants accept newer homes (built and occupied before 2021). Warmer Homes is for qualifying welfare recipients regardless of age cut-offs and uses SEAI-appointed contractors.
How long does an SEAI grant take to come through?▾
For Better Energy Homes individual grants, written SEAI approval typically arrives within a few weeks of a complete application, and payment follows within several weeks of works being completed and paperwork submitted. The Warmer Homes Scheme has a longer assessment and contractor scheduling process — current waiting times are roughly 24–26 months. One Stop Shop timelines depend on the provider you choose.
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