About Irish Home Energy
Irish Home Energy is an independent guide to saving money on home energy in Ireland — from solar panels and heat pumps to insulation, energy bills, BER ratings and the SEAI grants that help pay for it all.
We started this site because the information about Irish home energy grants is scattered, out of date, or written by companies trying to sell you something. Our aim is simple: explain what things really cost, what grants you can actually get, and how to apply — in plain English, written for someone living in Ireland.
Why you can trust these guides
We check every figure
Grant amounts, eligibility rules and prices are cross-checked against official sources — mainly SEAI and gov.ie — before we publish, and reviewed when the rules change.
We’re independent
We don’t sell installations. When we point you to installers for quotes, our guidance stays the same whether or not you use them.
We’re transparent about money
This site is free to read and funded by advertising. That never changes the facts we report.
We keep guides current
Irish energy grants change most years, especially after the October Budget. We date every guide and update the figures that matter.
Who writes it
Irish Home Energy is founded and edited by Samuel Mario Pop Achim, who is based in Ireland. Samuel researches home energy upgrades and grants from a homeowner’s point of view — focusing on real costs, real eligibility rules and independent guidance. Every guide is researched using primary sources and reviewed before publication.
Our sources
- SEAI — grant amounts, eligibility and registered contractors.
- gov.ie — Government schemes and Budget announcements.
- CRU — energy market and supplier rules.
Important disclaimer
We work hard to keep everything accurate, but grant rules and prices change and every home is different. Our guides are general information, not professional, financial or legal advice. Always confirm current figures and eligibility with SEAI before making a decision. See our full disclaimer.
Get in touch
Spotted something out of date, or want to suggest a topic? Email us at [email protected] or via our contact page.