Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
The SEAI One Stop Shop is a government-backed scheme that provides homeowners with a fully managed home energy upgrade. As a registered One Stop Shop, Retrofit Energy Ireland (REIL) handles everything for you, including:
- Home Energy Assessment – A professional evaluation of your home’s energy performance
- Grant applications – We take care of the paperwork and apply for SEAI grants on your behalf
- Project management – Coordinating contractors, overseeing work, and ensuring quality completion
This makes the process hassle-free and ensures your home becomes warmer, more energy-efficient, and cheaper to run.
The scheme is open to:
✔ Homeowners
✔ Non-corporate landlords (private individuals who rent out properties)
✔ Approved Housing Bodies
Your home must also:
- Have been built and occupied before 2011
- Have a Building Energy Rating (BER) of B3 or lower before works
- Be upgraded to achieve at least a B2 BER after completion
The One Stop Shop service makes upgrading your home much easier by handling everything from start to finish. Unlike the individual grant route, which requires homeowners to manage applications and contractors themselves, we:
✅ Apply for grants on your behalf
✅ Deduct grant amounts upfront, so you only pay the remaining cost
✅ Ensure all work meets SEAI standards, delivering the best long-term benefits
This saves you time, reduces hassle, and ensures a high-quality energy upgrade.
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Home Energy Upgrades & Works
REIL takes a whole-house approach, meaning we carry out complete retrofits rather than single upgrades. Available measures include:
- Insulation – Attic, cavity wall, internal & external wall insulation
- Heating systems – Heat pumps, hot water cylinder replacements
- Solar panels – Solar PV systems to generate electricity
- Ventilation – Mechanical ventilation systems for improved air quality
- Windows & doors – Energy-efficient replacements
- Airtightness improvements – Sealing draughts to reduce heat loss
Yes. Your Home Energy Assessment will outline the potential upgrades and their impact on your BER rating. If it’s achievable, we can tailor your plan to go beyond B2.
Yes, but upgrading everything in one go is more cost-effective and energy-efficient. If you’d prefer to phase the work, we can advise on the best approach.
Yes, but only SEAI-approved energy upgrades are eligible for grants. Any additional work would need to be arranged and funded separately.
Yes, as long as the assessment was carried out by a registered SEAI assessor and is still valid under the scheme.
Timelines vary depending on the scale of work, but in general:
- Home Energy Assessment – Arranged within a few weeks
- Grant approval & planning – Usually takes 2-4 weeks
- Work completion – Anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on the complexity of upgrades
We’ll provide a clear timeline once your project is finalised.
In most cases, no. Upgrades are planned to be minimally disruptive and can usually be completed room by room. However, for larger projects (e.g., full external insulation), some temporary disruption may be necessary. We’ll discuss this with you in advance.
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Costs & Grants
Once your home is assessed and eligible upgrades are identified:
- We apply for SEAI grants on your behalf
- The grant amount is deducted upfront, so you only pay the balance
- We manage the entire process to ensure smooth, stress-free funding
Not entirely, but SEAI grants cover a significant portion of the cost. You’ll need to cover the remaining balance, which may be financed through low-cost green loans.
Yes. Several banks and credit unions offer low-interest green loans to help homeowners finance the remaining costs.
Yes. We ensure our pricing is competitive with any reputable building company, while maintaining exceptional quality and service.
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Getting Started
Yes, a Home Energy Assessment (HEA) is the first step in the process. It includes:
- A BER assessment to evaluate your home’s energy performance
- A technical evaluation to determine the best upgrades for your home
SEAI provides a €350 grant towards this assessment, which is deducted upfront.
Yes, but grant applications can only be processed once you officially own the property.
REIL only works with SEAI-registered, fully qualified contractors who meet strict quality and safety standards. We also oversee all work to ensure compliance and high-quality results.
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