As energy prices continue to rise, Irish homeowners are facing increasing pressure to manage their heating bills. The SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) is stepping in with a range of grants aimed at helping homeowners reduce their energy consumption by upgrading their insulation. These SEAI grants are designed to make homes more energy-efficient, leading to lower energy bills in the long run.
How Insulation Reduces Energy Costs
One of the main reasons energy bills can skyrocket in the colder months is heat loss through poorly insulated walls, roofs, and floors. Without adequate insulation, your home loses heat rapidly, requiring your heating system to work harder to maintain a comfortable temperature.
Upgrading your insulation—whether it’s in the attic, walls, or floors—helps to trap heat inside your home, reducing the need for constant heating. As a result, you’ll see a drop in your energy bills while enjoying a warmer home.
SEAI Grants for Insulation
To help homeowners make these energy-saving improvements, SEAI offers a range of grants under its Better Energy Homes (BEH) scheme. These grants can significantly reduce the upfront cost of upgrading your home’s insulation:
- Attic Insulation Grant: Up to €1,500.
- Cavity Wall Insulation Grant: Up to €1,700.
- External Wall Insulation Grant: Up to €4,500.
- Internal Wall Insulation Grant: Up to €4,500.
- Building Energy Rating (BER) Grant: Up to €50 towards a post-works energy assessment.
How SEAI Grants Help Combat Rising Energy Prices
With energy costs on the rise, investing in insulation has become one of the best ways to reduce your home’s energy consumption. By taking advantage of the SEAI grants, homeowners can make essential insulation upgrades more affordable, leading to long-term savings on their heating bills.
At Premier Insulations, we are an SEAI-approved contractor, and we can help you with the entire process, from applying for the grant to completing the insulation work. Contact us today to learn more about how SEAI grants can help you lower your energy costs and make your home more energy-efficient.