Heat Pumps Ireland
NRM Heating and Plumbing are one of the few companies skilled in heat pumps installations in Ireland
Thinking about a heat pump for your Dublin home? Below you’ll find up-to-date guidance on costs, SEAI grants, eligibility, timelines, and exactly what NRM Plumbing & Heating handles from survey to aftercare.
Heat Pumps Ireland
NRM Heating and Plumbing are one of the few companies skilled in heat pumps installations in Ireland
Thinking about a heat pump for your Dublin home? Below you’ll find up-to-date guidance on costs, SEAI grants, eligibility, timelines, and exactly what NRM Plumbing & Heating handles from survey to aftercare.
What is an Air-to-Water Heat Pump?
RGI & SEAI registered gas installers and accredited Viessmann installers
An air-to-water heat pump extracts heat energy from the outdoor air—even in winter—and transfers it into your radiators or underfloor heating. In Ireland’s climate, modern systems typically achieve a seasonal coefficient of performance (SCOP) of 3+, meaning 1 kWh of electricity can deliver 3–4 kWh of heat when the system is designed correctly.
Heat pumps perform best in well-insulated homes with suitably sized low-temperature emitters (e.g., aluminium radiators or UFH). This combination delivers comfort, efficiency, and lower running costs.
Renewable energy is becoming more commonly used in homes and businesses around the world for both environmental and cost reasons. The heat pumps Ireland residents choose need to be high quality and installed by experts.
NRM Heating and Plumbing are one of the few companies skilled in heat pumps in Ireland. We are RGI & SEAI registered gas installers and accredited Viessmann installers. Viessman produce high quality, efficient and quite air source heat pumps that can help reduce your carbon footprint while still effectively heating your home.
An air source heat pump works in a similar fashion to the principles employed by a refrigerator – but in reverse. A refrigerator will remove warm air and release it outside, while an air source heat pump will bring warm air into your home.
You might think that this sounds like it would only work if it is already warm outside, but with the application of technology, warm air can be generated when the temperature outside is -15C.
And of course, when it is warm outside, you can use the heat pump to cool your rooms too. Renewable energy solutions like heat pumps are becoming much more common in Irish homes, especially as a grant of up to €12,500 is now available from SEAI to assist in the cost of installation, for homes built and occupied before 2021.
What is an Air-to-Water Heat Pump?
RGI & SEAI registered gas installers and accredited Viessmann installers
An air-to-water heat pump extracts heat energy from the outdoor air—even in winter—and transfers it into your radiators or underfloor heating. In Ireland’s climate, modern systems typically achieve a seasonal coefficient of performance (SCOP) of 3+, meaning 1 kWh of electricity can deliver 3–4 kWh of heat when the system is designed correctly.
Heat pumps perform best in well-insulated homes with suitably sized low-temperature emitters (e.g., aluminium radiators or UFH). This combination delivers comfort, efficiency, and lower running costs.
Renewable energy is becoming more commonly used in homes and businesses around the world for both environmental and cost reasons. The heat pumps Ireland residents choose need to be high quality and installed by experts.
NRM Heating and Plumbing are one of the few companies skilled in heat pumps in Ireland. We are RGI & SEAI registered gas installers and accredited Viessmann installers. Viessman produce high quality, efficient and quite air source heat pumps that can help reduce your carbon footprint while still effectively heating your home.
An air source heat pump works in a similar fashion to the principles employed by a refrigerator – but in reverse. A refrigerator will remove warm air and release it outside, while an air source heat pump will bring warm air into your home.
You might think that this sounds like it would only work if it is already warm outside, but with the application of technology, warm air can be generated when the temperature outside is -15C.
And of course, when it is warm outside, you can use the heat pump to cool your rooms too. Renewable energy solutions like heat pumps are becoming much more common in Irish homes, especially as a grant of up to €12,500 is now available from SEAI to assist in the cost of installation, for homes built and occupied before 2021.
2026 Costs for Heat Pumps in Ireland
Based on NRM’s 2026 installations in Dublin and surrounding counties, here are the typical price ranges (supply + fit, including VAT):
🔧 All NRM packages include the heat pump unit + cylinder, controls, standard installation, and warranty. Aluminium radiators or underfloor heating are also part of every package.
SEAI Grants for Heat Pumps (2026 Values & Eligibility)
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) significantly increased its heat pump grant in February 2026, nearly doubling the previous amount. The following amounts now apply:
💰 The €12,500 total comprises the heat pump system grant, a €4,000 Renewable Heat bonus, and a €2,000 central heating grant. From 3 February 2026, all open SEAI applications automatically receive the increased grant values.
Technical Assessment & BER Rules
To qualify for the SEAI heat pump grant, your home must have been built and occupied before 2021. A BER / technical assessment is required to confirm your insulation and building fabric meet SEAI efficiency standards — specifically a Heat Loss Indicator (HLI) of 2.3 or lower. This assessment is organised by the homeowner prior to contacting NRM. Once approved, NRM provides the installer paperwork and system sign-off needed for grant submission.
Are You Ready? Dublin-Specific Readiness Checklist
Insulation & Heat Loss
Your home must be well insulated to maximise heat pump efficiency and to meet the SEAI HLI threshold. Poor insulation can result in higher running costs and may affect grant eligibility.
Radiators / Underfloor Heating
NRM installs aluminium radiators or underfloor heating as part of every package to ensure optimal performance with lower water flow temperatures.
▶ NRM Plumbing & Heating – Heat Pump Survey & Quotation Process
A heat pump technical assessment must be carried out by a qualified energy assessor to determine whether your home is suitable and compliant with the SEAI Heat Pump Grant Scheme. (We can recommend an assessor if required.)
Once we receive your technical assessment and suitability is confirmed, we will arrange a brief 5-minute phone call to discuss key details about your home and any potential impacts the installation may involve.
Following this, we will schedule an on-site survey. A detailed quotation will then be provided at a cost of €250, which is fully deductible from the final cost should you decide to proceed with the installation.
Running Costs & Efficiency FAQs
Modern air-to-water heat pumps are highly efficient, producing multiple units of heat for every unit of electricity consumed. The exact savings depend on your home’s insulation and heating demand, but SEAI data confirms that well-installed systems can reduce energy bills significantly compared to oil or LPG heating.
Heat Pump vs New Gas Boiler in 2026
Many Dublin homeowners are comparing whether to install a new high-efficiency gas boiler or switch to a heat pump. Gas boilers have lower upfront costs but higher running emissions, while heat pumps require a bigger investment but qualify for the new €12,500 SEAI grant and future-proof your home against fossil fuel phase-outs.
Why Choose NRM Plumbing & Heating?
- SEAI-registered designer/installer sign-off
- RGI registered heating engineers
- Viessmann heat pump specialists
- Trusted by homeowners across Dublin & Wicklow
- Transparent pricing with every package
Frequently Asked Questions
2026 Costs for Heat Pumps in Ireland
Based on NRM’s 2026 installations in Dublin and surrounding counties, here are the typical price ranges (supply + fit, including VAT):
🔧 All NRM packages include the heat pump unit + cylinder, controls, standard installation, and warranty. Aluminium radiators or underfloor heating are also part of every package.
SEAI Grants for Heat Pumps (2026 Values & Eligibility)
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) significantly increased its heat pump grant in February 2026, nearly doubling the previous amount. The following amounts now apply:
💰 The €12,500 total comprises the heat pump system grant, a €4,000 Renewable Heat bonus, and a €2,000 central heating grant. From 3 February 2026, all open SEAI applications automatically receive the increased grant values.
Technical Assessment & BER Rules
To qualify for the SEAI heat pump grant, your home must have been built and occupied before 2021. A BER / technical assessment is required to confirm your insulation and building fabric meet SEAI efficiency standards — specifically a Heat Loss Indicator (HLI) of 2.3 or lower. This assessment is organised by the homeowner prior to contacting NRM. Once approved, NRM provides the installer paperwork and system sign-off needed for grant submission.
Are You Ready? Dublin-Specific Readiness Checklist
Insulation & Heat Loss
Your home must be well insulated to maximise heat pump efficiency and to meet the SEAI HLI threshold. Poor insulation can result in higher running costs and may affect grant eligibility.
Radiators / Underfloor Heating
NRM installs aluminium radiators or underfloor heating as part of every package to ensure optimal performance with lower water flow temperatures.
▶ NRM Plumbing & Heating – Heat Pump Survey & Quotation Process
A heat pump technical assessment must be carried out by a qualified energy assessor to determine whether your home is suitable and compliant with the SEAI Heat Pump Grant Scheme. (We can recommend an assessor if required.)
Once we receive your technical assessment and suitability is confirmed, we will arrange a brief 5-minute phone call to discuss key details about your home and any potential impacts the installation may involve.
Following this, we will schedule an on-site survey. A detailed quotation will then be provided at a cost of €250, which is fully deductible from the final cost should you decide to proceed with the installation.
Running Costs & Efficiency FAQs
Modern air-to-water heat pumps are highly efficient, producing multiple units of heat for every unit of electricity consumed. The exact savings depend on your home’s insulation and heating demand, but SEAI data confirms that well-installed systems can reduce energy bills significantly compared to oil or LPG heating.
Heat Pump vs New Gas Boiler in 2026
Many Dublin homeowners are comparing whether to install a new high-efficiency gas boiler or switch to a heat pump. Gas boilers have lower upfront costs but higher running emissions, while heat pumps require a bigger investment but qualify for the new €12,500 SEAI grant and future-proof your home against fossil fuel phase-outs.
Why Choose NRM Plumbing & Heating?
- SEAI-registered designer/installer sign-off
- RGI registered heating engineers
- Viessmann heat pump specialists
- Trusted by homeowners across Dublin & Wicklow
- Transparent pricing with every package
Frequently Asked Questions
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