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Heating Subsidies
Looking to lower your energy bills and heat your home more efficiently? With help from the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme, you may be eligible for a government heating subsidy that covers up to 80% of the cost of an energy-efficient heat pump. EnergySmart is an EECA-approved provider, and we are here to help eligible homeowners access the funding and enjoy warmer, healthier homes for less.
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Heat Pump Funding for New Zealanders
Only EECA-approved heat pumps are eligible through the programme. These are selected for their high performance and efficiency in New Zealand conditions. The subsidy covers heat pumps installation in the main living area, helping ensure the heart of your home stays at an optimal, comfortable temperature all year round.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you could receive a home heating grant that covers:
● Up to 80% off the cost of an energy-efficient heat pump through EnergySmart.
● Supply and installation of a high performance heat pump - maximum subsidy of up to $2,500.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you could receive a home heating grant that covers:
● Up to 80% off the cost of an energy-efficient heat pump through EnergySmart.
● Supply and installation of a high performance heat pump - maximum subsidy of up to $2,500.
Heat Pump Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the home heating subsidy, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:
● Own and occupy a home built before 2008.
● Have a Community Services Card OR live in an area identified as low-income (NZ Deprivation Index 8, 9 or 10) - you can check your SDI level through EnergySmart.
● Your home must not already have a fixed form of heating in the main living area (e.g. wood burner, heat pump, or flued gas heater).
● Your home must be properly insulated first – ceiling and underfloor insulation needs to be up to standard before a heating grant can be approved.
Not sure if you're eligible? Use the official EECA eligibility checker to find out in minutes or give us a call on 0800 777 111 and our helpful team can check for you.
Check your eligibility
● Own and occupy a home built before 2008.
● Have a Community Services Card OR live in an area identified as low-income (NZ Deprivation Index 8, 9 or 10) - you can check your SDI level through EnergySmart.
● Your home must not already have a fixed form of heating in the main living area (e.g. wood burner, heat pump, or flued gas heater).
● Your home must be properly insulated first – ceiling and underfloor insulation needs to be up to standard before a heating grant can be approved.
Not sure if you're eligible? Use the official EECA eligibility checker to find out in minutes or give us a call on 0800 777 111 and our helpful team can check for you.
Service Locations
Service LocationsEnergySmart provides government-subsidised heating installations in the below regions. We’re proud to work alongside community partners in these areas to make heating more accessible and affordable for Kiwi families.
Auckland- Bay of Plenty
- Waikato
- Manawatu & Whanganui
- Wellington & Kapiti
- Canterbury
- South Canterbury & North Otago
Why Choose EnergySmart?
As a long-standing, EECA-approved provider, EnergySmart has helped thousands of New Zealanders improve their home comfort and heat their homes efficiently and affordably.
Our team is experienced in assessing homes, installing approved heat pumps, and managing the grant application process from start to finish. We also offer insulation, ventilation, and healthy homes advice, making us your one-stop shop for warm, energy-smart living.
About Us
Our team is experienced in assessing homes, installing approved heat pumps, and managing the grant application process from start to finish. We also offer insulation, ventilation, and healthy homes advice, making us your one-stop shop for warm, energy-smart living.
