Energy upgrades — from insulation and heat pumps to solar panels and window upgrades — reduce your energy bills, improve your BER rating, and make your home more comfortable. Many upgrades qualify for SEAI grants, significantly reducing the upfront cost.
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Get Free Quotes →SEAI offers grants for insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, windows, doors, and heating controls. The Better Energy Homes scheme provides grants up to €25,000 for a full home upgrade package.
It depends on your current BER rating and home type. Insulation is usually the most cost-effective first step. Heat pumps work best in well-insulated homes. An energy assessor can advise on the optimal upgrade path for your home.
A heat pump can reduce heating costs by 30–60% compared to oil or gas, depending on your home's insulation level and electricity tariff. Savings are greatest in well-insulated homes.
Yes. SEAI requires a BER assessment before and after works to confirm the improvement in energy performance as a condition of most grant payments.