Homeowners and private landlords may choose to manage their own home energy upgrades. This gives them the flexibility to take a step-by-step approach, carrying out different upgrades over time and to suit their budgets.
With this grant route, applicants select an SEAI registered contractor and apply for a grant through our easy-to-use online application system. The grant is paid directly to the applicant or the contractor; once works have been completed and the Request for Payment form, and Declaration of Works forms have been completed and submitted.
If you are considering one or more energy upgrades, this is a good route to take.
Is my home eligible?
To be eligible, your property must have been built and occupied:
- for insulation and heating controls, before 2011
- for heat pumps and renewable systems before 2021
What grants are available to me?
Assuming your property is eligible the following grants are available to homeowners and landlords who decide to manage their own home energy upgrades. These grants are available without means testing. You can select multiple measures e.g. attic, wall, heating controls when applying.
- Insulation
- Heating controls
- Heat pump system
- Solar electricity
- Solar water heating
Before you decide on the grants you would like to apply for, it's a good idea to:
- Check if your home has previously received a grant for an energy upgrade. You will not be eligible for the same grant twice. If unsure, please call the dedicated SEAI helpdesk to enquire. You will need to provide your Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN) which is an 11-digit number found at the top right-hand corner of your bill from your electricity supplier.
- Check if your home has an existing BER. If yes, you should be able to access the report that was published with your BER. This report will recommend upgrades suited to your home. To check if your home has an exising BER, visit the National BER Register.
- If your home does not have an existing BER report, and you do not know what energy upgrades to carry out, we suggest you carry out a BER assessment. You will receive a detailed Advisory Report that will give you a tailored energy upgrade plan for your home.
- Talk to a building contractor, architect, BER Assessor or energy advisor for advice.
You should be aware that:
- grants for windows and doors are not available under the Individual Energy Upgrades option but are available as part of the One Stop Shop service.
- There is no grant funding for replacement oil or gas boilers.
What Grants are available?
If you choose to manage the upgrade yourself, the following grants are available to eligible homes. You must have grant approval in place before you start works. Please note that grants for windows and doors are not available under the Better Energy Homes scheme.
Insulation grants
| Grant name | Description | Types of home | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attic insulation | Often the most cost effective upgrade made to a house. | Apartment (any)
Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€800
€1,200 €1,300
€1,500 |
| Cavity wall insulation | Cavity walls are injected from the outside with insulation. | Apartment (any)
Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€700
€800 €1,200
€1,700 |
| Internal Insulation (Dry Lining) | Insulation boards are fixed to the inside of external walls. | Apartment (any)
Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€1,500
€2,000 €3,500
€4,500 |
| External Wall Insulation (The Wrap) | Insulating materials are fixed to the outer surface of external walls. | Apartment (any)
Mid-Terrace Semi-detached or end of terrace Detached house |
€3,000
€3,500 €6,000
€8,000 |
Heating controls
| Grant name | Value | Apply |
|---|---|---|
| Heating Controls upgrade | €700 | Apply now |
Find out more about Heating controls
| Grant name | Value | Apply |
|---|---|---|
| Solar water heating grant | €1200 | How do I apply |

| Grant name | Value | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Solar PV grant | €800 per kWp up to 2kWp | €1600 for 2kWp solar panels |
| €250 for every additional kWp up to 4kWp
Total Solar PV grant capped at €2100 |
€1850 for 3kWp solar panels
€2100 for 4kWp solar panels |
How to apply and manage your upgrade
If you decide to manage your own home energy upgrades you will be responsible for the entire process. This step-by-step guide shows you how to plan the project, including grant applications.
1. Choose your energy upgrade grant/s
Decide the energy upgrades you want to carry out - heat pump, external wall insulation or solar PV grants
2. Find a registered contractor
Choose from one our SEAI registered contractors in your area
3. Apply for your grant
You can apply online, by post or through an Energy Partner
4. Accept your grant offer
You must have grant approval in place before you start works
5. Get the works done
Complete your works within the 8 month timeframe
6. Post-works BER Assessment
All grant applicants must carry out a post-works BER assessment
7. Grant payment request
Allow between 4 and 6 weeks for all grant payments
Please note that some installations may be subject to a home inspection by SEAI which will impact payment timelines.
For more information visit: www.seai.ie
Read more about SEAI grants:
SEAI fully funded energy upgrades
Useful links:
Grants available for attic insulation.
Find out moreabout Wall insulation
Find out more about Heating controls
Grants for a range of heat pump systems and your technical assessment.
Up to €1200 grant available for solar water heating.
Up to €2,100 to support the installation of solar pv panels.
