Support to Upgrade Your Home
Ireland’s Sustainable Energy Authority (SEAI) provides a range of grants and supports to help homeowners improve their home’s energy performance.
Whether you’re looking to upgrade a single measure or complete a full home retrofit, there’s an SEAI scheme designed to help.
BlueBuild Energy can guide you through every step — from eligibility checks and grant paperwork to installation and certification.
Better Energy Homes Scheme
Simple grants for individual upgrades.
The Better Energy Homes Scheme offers financial support for homeowners who want to carry out single or multiple energy upgrades — such as attic or wall insulation, heating system improvements, or solar PV.
Eligibility Criteria:
Better Energy Grants Available
External Wall
| Apartment | €3,000 |
|---|---|
| Mid-terrace | €3,500 |
| Semi-detached/End-terrace | €6,000 |
| Detached | €8,000 |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Home built and occupied before 2011.
- You own the property.
- Works must be completed by an SEAI-registered contractor.
- Grant application must be approved before work begins.
- A post-works BER certificate must be completed.
Attic Insulation
| Apartment | €1,100 |
|---|---|
| Mid-terrace | €1,400 |
| Semi-detached/End-terrace | € 1,500 |
| Detached | €2,000 |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Home built and occupied before 2011.
- You own the property.
- Works must be completed by an SEAI-registered contractor.
- Grant application must be approved before work begins.
- A post-works BER certificate must be completed.
Cavity Wall
| Apartment | €700 |
|---|---|
| Mid-terrace | €850 |
| Semi-detached/End-terrace | €1,300 |
| Detached | €1,800 |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Home built and occupied before 2011.
- You own the property.
- Works must be completed by an SEAI-registered contractor.
- Grant application must be approved before work begins.
- A post-works BER certificate must be completed.
Heat Pump Systems
| Heat Pump Systems | €6,500 |
|---|---|
| Existing Boiler Removal | €4,000 |
| Radiator/Underfloor Heating Works Replacement | €2,000 |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Home built and occupied before 2011.
- You own the property.
- Works must be completed by an SEAI-registered contractor.
- Grant application must be approved before work begins.
- A post-works BER certificate must be completed.
Heating Controls
| Heating Controls Upgrade | €700 |
|---|
Eligibility Criteria:
- Home built and occupied before 2011.
- You own the property.
- Works must be completed by an SEAI-registered contractor.
- Grant application must be approved before work begins.
- A post-works BER certificate must be completed.
Solar PV (panels)
| Solar Water Heating | €1,200 |
|---|---|
| Solar PV Panels | Up to €2,100 |
| Building Energy Rating (BER) Assessment (post-works) | €50 |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Home built and occupied before 2011.
- You own the property.
- Works must be completed by an SEAI-registered contractor.
- Grant application must be approved before work begins.
- A post-works BER certificate must be completed.
Warmer Homes Scheme
Free energy upgrades for eligible homeowners.
The Warmer Homes Scheme provides fully funded energy upgrades to homeowners who receive certain social welfare payments. It’s designed to make homes warmer, healthier, and cheaper to run — at no cost to eligible applicants.
Typical Upgrades Include:
- Attic and cavity wall insulation
- Draught-proofing and lagging jackets
- Energy-efficient lighting
- Heating system and controls upgrades
- Renewable systems (where suitable)
Eligibility Criteria:
Please note, whilst BlueBuild is an approved contractor on the Warmer Homes Scheme, all applications must be made directly via the SEAI. For further information and to apply please see Fully Funded Energy Upgrades | Home Energy Grants | SEAI.
Which Option Is Right for Me?
| Scheme | Ideal For | Support Type | Application Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Better Energy Homes | Individual upgrades | Partial grant | Contact BlueBuild |
| Warmer Homes | Low-income homeowners | Fully funded | Apply via SEAI |
Why Choose BlueBuild Energy
We take care of everything — so you can enjoy a warmer, greener, more efficient home with less hassle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can combine measures under one grant application, or access multiple supports through the One Stop Shop service.
For most schemes, grants are paid after completion and certification of the works.
Yes, to qualify for any SEAI grant, works must be carried out by a registered contractor.
Yes, landlords can apply for Better Energy Homes and One Stop Shop schemes if their properties meet the criteria.
Ready to Start?
Let’s find the best grant for your home and get your energy upgrade underway.