Heat Pump Grant
Technical Services & SEAI Grant Support
Make your home warmer and more energy efficient with home energy upgrade grants of up to €6,500 when you install a heat pump.
Unipipe Technical Services & SEAI Grant Support
At Unipipe, we provide expert solutions for residential and business heat pump systems and renewable energy solutions in Ireland. As the supplier of the largest variety of heat pumps in Ireland, including exhaust air, air source and ground source heat pumps, we offer energy-efficient systems that lower running costs for homes and businesses.
Whether you’re looking to install a ground source, exhaust air or air-to-water heat pump, we deliver bespoke solutions, including product specification, full installation schematics and ongoing service and maintenance support.
We also assist with SEAI heat pump grants, helping you access government incentives for adopting energy-efficient systems.
Our services include:
- Expert advice for choosing the right heat pump
- Detailed estimates and product specifications
- Comprehensive installer training
- Professional heat pump commissioning
- Ongoing after-sales service and maintenance
- SEAI grant application support
- Ancillary certification for SEAI compliance
Designing a Heating System for New Builds
Unipipe offers custom-designed heating systems for new builds, utilising NIBE heat pump technology. Our technical services include full installation schematics and on-site support to ensure a seamless installation.
To deliver a fully tailored solution, we require:
- Full construction drawings (plans, elevations, sectional details)
- BER Dwelling Reports and Part L Reports from your BER Assessor
- Mains or well water information
- Ground condition data for ground source heat pumps
Providing accurate building data, such as a BER Dwelling Report, ensures your system is properly sized, avoiding unnecessary costs and maximising energy efficiency.
Heating System Design for Existing Homes and Businesses
If you’re upgrading your current heating system to a NIBE air-to-water, exhaust air, or ground source heat pump, we offer a customised solution based on the specifics of your property or business. The information required:
- Full construction drawings (plans, elevations, sectional details)
- BER Dwelling Reports
- Radiator output information (if applicable)
- Ground condition data for ground source system
SEAI Heat Pump Grant Support
We assist both residential and business clients in navigating the SEAI heat pump grant application process by providing the required technical documentation and heat loss calculations.
Unipipe ensures your system meets the SEAI’s technical requirements, including the Heat Loss Indicator (HLI), to qualify for the grant.
Grant Eligibility Criteria:
- The property must have been built and occupied before 2021
- A technical assessment by a SEAI Registered Technical Assessor
- The Heat Loss Indicator (HLI) must be 2.0 or lower, or up to 2.3 if additional requirements are met
For more information on SEAI grants, visit SEAI Heat Pump Grants.
How to Apply for Your SEAI Heat Pump Grant
To secure your SEAI heat pump grant, it’s essential to receive approval before starting any installation work. You can apply online via the SEAI Home Energy Grants page or by post.
What you’ll need to apply:
- Your MPRN number (found on your electricity bill)
- A completed SEAI Application Form
- The name of your SEAI Approved Contractor
Once your grant is approved, your chosen SEAI-registered installer will work with Unipipe to provide a full technical design and bespoke product specification tailored to your home or business. This ensures the heat pump system is designed specifically for your property.
Requirements for a bespoke design:
- House plans, including elevations, cut sections, or adequate sketches with all dimensions and room types
- The BER Dwelling Report (provided by your Technical Advisor after assessment)
- A list of all radiator sizes and types to determine flow rates (if the property has underfloor heating, it is considered suitable for heat pumps)
SEAI Grant Support from Unipipe
Unipipe’s technical team will support you throughout the grant application process by providing all the necessary technical calculations and documentation to complete the SEAI application form. Your installer must sign off on the installation, ensuring that everything is carried out according to the technical designs provided, ensuring optimal system performance.
Looking for a reliable installer?
Find an SEAI-registered installer near you through our network of trusted partners who are fully certified and experienced with heat pump installations.
For more information on how to apply for your SEAI grant, visit the SEAI website.
Learn More
Additional grant support is available for other energy saving measures including heating controls upgrades, wall or attic insulation, solar PV or solar thermal and you can claim multiple grants as part of your home energy upgrade. See www.seai.ie for full details and T&Cs.