SEAI Heat Pump Grants 2026 Explained
From 3 February 2026, SEAI's Individual Heat Pump Grant increased significantly. Here's what actually changed, and how to check what you qualify for.
Grant schemes change often enough that it's easy to be working from out-of-date numbers without realising it. Here's where things stand for SEAI's Individual Heat Pump Grant following the increase that took effect on 3 February 2026, in plain terms.
What changed on 3 February 2026
SEAI's Individual Heat Pump Grant increased significantly from that date — roughly doubling the pre-February-2026 maximum of €6,500. That's a substantial jump, and it changes the arithmetic for a lot of homeowners who may have looked at heat pump costs a year or two ago and decided the numbers didn't quite work.
How much can you actually claim?
| Air-to-water heat pump | up to €12,500 |
|---|---|
| Air-to-air heat pump | up to €7,500 |
Air-to-water — up to €12,500
- €6,500 unit grant
- €2,000 heating system upgrade grant
- €4,000 renewable heat bonus, paid after 12 months' proven operation
Air-to-air — up to €7,500
- €3,500 unit grant
- €4,000 renewable heat bonus, paid after 12 months' proven operation
Orca air-to-water systems — the kind we supply and install — fall into the first category, so a qualifying installation could be eligible for the full €12,500 in support, depending on your property and existing system.
What to actually do next
Check the basics
Get a sense of whether your home and the system you're considering are likely to qualify. This is a normal part of a free savings review with us, or you can start with SEAI's own guidance.
Get quotes from a registered installer
Only SEAI-approved products, installed by an appropriately registered contractor, qualify for grant support — so this step affects your claim, not just the quality of the work.
Apply before work starts
Grant applications generally need to be submitted and approved before installation begins, so timing matters. Don't sign off on work first and ask questions later.
Get installed and commissioned
Once approved, your system is installed and commissioned in the usual way.
Claim your renewable heat bonus
The €4,000 bonus is paid after 12 months of proven operation, so keep your paperwork and any usage records SEAI asks for.
Always double-check with SEAI directly
Grant schemes are reviewed and adjusted from time to time, and eligibility depends on details specific to your home and current heating system. The figures above are correct as of 2026, but before you commit to anything, always confirm current amounts and eligibility directly with SEAI — or ask us, since we deal with this day to day.
For the full picture on what an Orca heat pump could save you once the grant is accounted for, see our guide to heat pump running costs in Ireland.