UPDATE: More NZ homes now qualify for Warmer Kiwi Homes Funding

WARMER KIWI HOMES - ELIGIBILITY EXTENSION

More Kiwi homeowners than ever are now eligible for government funding to insulate their homes. With the recent expansion of EECA’s Warmer Kiwi Homes funding zones, thousands of additional properties across Aotearoa may now qualify for substantial insulation subsidies. If your home didn’t meet the criteria in the past, it’s worth checking again.

You May Be Eligible - Check Now

What's Changed?

EECA’s Warmer Kiwi Homes programme has recently expanded its funding zones, making it easier for more New Zealand homeowners to access insulation subsidies. EECA has extended eligibility to also include homes in Deprivation Zones 5, 6 and 7, significantly widening the net. This change means tens of thousands more homes across the country are now eligible for subsidies. If you’ve checked your eligibility before and didn’t qualify, it’s worth checking again. You might now fall within the updated zones.

EnergySmart Insulation installer inserting insulation into ceiling

How does EnergySmart help?

EnergySmart helps homeowners access insulation and heating funding by checking eligibility and applying on your behalf. If approved, we’ll assess your home and install insulation or a heat pump to keep it warm and energy-efficient. Your home may now be eligible under the newly expanded funding zones - so don’t miss out. We make it easy to check if you qualify. No cost, just answers.

Child reading on couch in warm insulated home

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What new areas can access funding?

Warmer Kiwi Homes have expanded their eligibility criteria to include homes within SDI zones of 5 and 6. EnergySmart can check your address instantly.

What if I have checked in the past and didn’t qualify?

Make sure you check again - with new areas now added to the subsidy zones, homeowners who were not eligible in the past may now meet the new criteria.

Can I receive funding if I already have insulation?

Possibly - it depends on your current set up and if you have had any funding in the past. EnergySmart can help you determine if you may be eligible.

Is the funding income tested?

Not always. Your home's location is a key factor - it must be within the approved zones of SDI 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10. Alternatively, if you own your own home and have a Community Services Card, you may be eligible. With the expansion of eligible SDI areas more homeowners qualify regardless of income, so it is worthwhile checking to see if you may receive funding.

How do I see if I am eligible?

EnergySmart can check your details and address to see if you qualify under the new criteria.

Give us a call or fill in the form on our website and we will be in touch to help you through the next steps

What is the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme?

It’s a government-funded initiative through EECA that helps eligible homeowners cover the cost of insulating their homes. The programme aims to make homes warmer, drier, and more energy-efficient.

What has changed recently?

EECA has expanded the eligible funding zones. Previously limited to Deprivation Zones 7, 8, 9 and 10, the programme now includes Zone 5 and 6 as well. This means many more homeowners across Aotearoa may now qualify for insulation funding.

Who is eligible for insulation funding?

You may be eligible if:

You own and live in a home built before 2008, and

You either:

Have a Community Services Card, or
Live in an eligible Deprivation Zone (6–10)

How much of the cost does the grant cover?

Grants cover 50% to 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation.
In some areas, top-up funding from community organisations may reduce your contribution even further — sometimes to $0.

Do I need a Community Services Card to qualify?

No. If your home is in a qualifying area (Deprivation Zones 5–10), you may still be eligible even without a Community Services Card.

Is there any cost to check my eligibility?

No, there’s absolutely no cost. EnergySmart will check your eligibility and apply on your behalf - with no fees, no commitments, and no hassle.

What kind of insulation is included?

The grant covers ceiling and underfloor insulation — key to creating a healthier, more energy-efficient home. Wall insulation is not currently included in this grant.