SEAI Heat Pump Grant 2026 — Up to €12,500
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) provides grants of up to €12,500 for heat pump installation through the Better Energy Homes Scheme. The grant increased on 3 February 2026 as part of the National Residential Retrofit Plan.
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SEAI Heat Pump Grant Eligibility
- Home built and occupied before 2021
- Homeowner or landlord (with tenant consent)
- Home has an MPRN (Meter Point Reference Number)
- Any income level — not means-tested
- Using an SEAI-registered contractor
- New builds completed after 2020
- Homes that previously received a heat pump grant
- Homes with HLI above 2.0 (need insulation first) — check suitability
- Work completed before grant approval
- Using a non-registered installer
How to Apply for the SEAI Heat Pump Grant
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Other SEAI Grants You Can Stack
SEAI individual grants can be combined. A home completing insulation, a heat pump, and other upgrades can claim significantly more than €12,500 in total.
| Measure | Max Grant |
|---|---|
| Heat Pump System | €12,500 |
| External Wall Insulation | €8,000 |
| Internal Wall Insulation | €4,500 |
| Windows | €4,000 |
| Attic Insulation | €2,000 |
| Cavity Wall Insulation | €1,800 |
| Solar PV | €1,800 |
| Doors | €1,600 |
| Solar Thermal | €1,200 |
| Heating Controls | €700 |
| Combined Example Total | €21,500+ |
Insulation grants are typically claimed first, since improving insulation lowers a home’s Heat Loss Indicator and improves heat pump grant eligibility.
Financing the Rest of the Cost
- Government-backed loans from 2.99% APR
- Loan amounts: €5,000 to €75,000
- Available through AIB, Bank of Ireland, PTSB, Avant Money, and credit unions
- Can be used alongside the SEAI grant
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SEAI Heat Pump Grant FAQ
No. Homes that previously received a heat pump grant are not eligible to claim again for a replacement system.
If your home’s Heat Loss Indicator is above 2.0, insulation upgrades are typically required first. A Technical Assessment will confirm this.
Grant offers are typically issued within a few weeks of application. The offer remains valid for 8 months, giving time to complete installation.
Yes, with written tenant consent. The property must still meet all other eligibility criteria.
No. The Better Energy Homes Scheme grant is available to homeowners at any income level.