How much is the SEAI grant for external wall insulation?

The SEAI grant for external wall insulation (the wrap) is up to €8,000 for a detached house, €6,000 for a semi-detached, and €3,500 for a mid-terrace home.

What age must my house be to qualify for an SEAI insulation grant?

To qualify for SEAI insulation grants, your home must have been built and occupied prior to 2011.

SEAI Insulation Grants & Pricing

Do I Qualify?

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Age of Home

Your home must have been built and occupied before 2011 for insulation grants.

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No Previous Grants

You must not have already used an SEAI grant for the same work (e.g., you cannot do walls twice).

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Use a Pro

You must use a registered SEAI contractor like McGee Insulation to do the work.

Current SEAI Grant Values

The grant amount depends entirely on your house type.

Detached House

Attic Grant: €1,500

Cavity Wall Grant: €1,700

External "Wrap" Grant: €8,000

Semi-Detached / End Terrace

Attic Grant: €1,300

Cavity Wall Grant: €1,200

External "Wrap" Grant: €6,000

Mid-Terrace

Attic Grant: €1,200

Cavity Wall Grant: €800

External "Wrap" Grant: €3,500

House Type	Attic Grant	Cavity Wall Grant	External "Wrap" Grant
Detached House	€1,500	€1,700	€8,000
Semi-Detached / End Terrace	€1,300	€1,200	€6,000
Mid-Terrace	€1,200	€800	€3,500
Apartment	€800	€700	€3,000

*Grant values are subject to official SEAI approval and terms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to pay the full amount upfront?

Depending on the grant type, you generally pay the contractor the net cost (the total minus the grant amount), and the SEAI pays the grant directly to the registered contractor. We will explain the exact payment structure during your free survey.

Does McGee Insulation handle the SEAI paperwork?

Yes. As a registered SEAI contractor serving the North West, we assist our customers through the entire grant application process to ensure it is stress-free.

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