Windows & Doors
Upgrade your windows and doors for better insulation, lower energy bills, supported by SEAI grants.
Triple Glazed vs. Double Glazed Windows: What’s the Difference?
Choosing the right glazing is a big decision, so it’s worth considering the difference.
Double Glazed Windows have two panes of glass separated by an insulating gap, typically filled with air or gas. This design improves energy efficiency by reducing heat loss and helps with sound insulation, making it a cost-effective choice for many homeowners.
Triple Glazed Windows include an additional pane, offering three layers of glass with two insulating gaps. This extra layer provides even better thermal and sound insulation, which can be ideal for colder climates or areas with high noise levels. However, they are more expensive than double glazed windows. When choosing between the two, consider your budget, climate, and specific energy-saving goals.
Benefits of Replacing Windows and Doors
- Windows and doors installed to modern standards can reduce draughts and soften noise from outside, including traffic.
- By upgrading your windows and doors as part of a whole house retrofit, you will benefit from a warmer, more comfortable, energy efficient home with lower cost bills.
- New windows and doors will protect your house against cold days during winter nights and provide you with the comfort you’re looking for.
- It will also future-proof your home for many years, increasing the overall value of your home.
When should I change my windows and doors?
- If your home is cold, uncomfortable or difficult to heat.
- If you notice a significant increase in your heating bills, it may be time to assess your insulation. A home survey can help identify areas needing most improvement.
- If you are replacing windows, doors or roofing, consider upgrading your insulation simultaneously to maximise energy efficiency.
- Many older homes lack sufficient insulation. If your home was built before modern insulation standards were implemented, consider adding insulation to improve efficiency.
If you’re thinking about a retrofit, it’s a great time to explore your options and check if you are eligible for SEAI grants for windows and doors.
How do I get started?
Request a FREE 20 minute Online Consultation to receive a basic assessment of your home, an estimate of costs and SEAI grants, and hear about your next steps.
We follow a 7-step process for all our projects designed to reduce hassle and stress on your retrofit journey.
Take the first step towards a greener, healthier home.
SEAI Grants through a One Stop Shop
The Windows and Doors SEAI Grant is an incentive from the Government of Ireland to upgrade your windows and doors to make your home warmer, healthier and energy efficient. The grant can only be accessed through the One Stop Shop programme.
The One Stop Shop grant is available for homeowners who are interested in conducting a complete home energy upgrade with or without a Heat Pump.
Grants offered are provided by the Government of Ireland through the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI).
Who can Apply for These Grants?
To be eligible for One Stop Shop grants, your home should be built before 2011 with a starting BER of B3 or lower.
After your retrofit, your home should reach a BER of B2 or higher, with a noticeable boost in energy efficiency
One Stop Shop
For Homeowners and Private Landlords who want:
- Multiple energy upgrades
- To upgrade to a minimum B2 BER
- A fully managed solution including grant and finance support
Grant Amounts
| Grant Name | Type of Home | Individual Energy Grant | One Stop Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows (Complete Upgrade) | Apartment (any) | Unavailable | €1,500 |
| Mid-Terrace | Unavailable | €1,800 | |
| Semi-Detached / End of Terrace | Unavailable | €3,000 | |
| Detached House | Unavailable | €4,000 | |
| External Doors (max. 2) | Unavailable | €800 per door |
Note: Not all grants are available to all customers. Eligibility depends on the type of house you have and the specific measures required.
Why choose Electric Ireland Superhomes as your One Stop Shop?
- Free expert advice as you begin your journey
- One engineer dedicated to your entire project
- The very best installers in your home
- Best grants through SEAI and all paperwork taken care of
- Grants deducted from the cost of works, so you pay just the net amount
- Access to Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme
Our Superhome Success Stories
Discover real-life case studies of homeowners who have upgraded their homes into energy-efficient superhomes.
Lughán & Katy
Lughán and Katy, residents of Drimnagh, embarked on a journey to make their home warmer and more comfortable while reducing...
Brian
Brian lives in a detached house in Co. Kildare. The home has been transformed through a deep retrofit, increasing the...
Greg
Greg lives in a 1950’s semi-detached house in Dublin. Following a deep retrofit with Electric Ireland Superhomes, his home went...
Noel & Alison Badrian
Six apartments have undergone retrofitting in County Offaly. In this case study, we’ll introduce you to Noel and Alison, homeowners...
Gary Tyrrell
Gary lives in a single storey semi-detached house in Dublin City. The home has been transformed through a deep retrofit...
John Penny
John Penny and family live in an early 1980’s detached house in Co. Kildare. Through the Electric Ireland Superhomes Heat...
Junia & Feichín Kaiser-Frisby
Junia and Feichín bought a 1970’s 3 bed semi-detached house in Galway with a BER rating of E2 at the...
Sarah Collins
Sarah is the new proud owner of her childhood bungalow which had great sentimental value to the family. It had...
Cormac Madden & Family
Cormac Madden & his wife Mary O’Toole upgraded their 4-bedroom Dublin home, starting in 2016. The original two storey had...
Aoife and Paul Davey
Aoife and Paul live with their three children in a bungalow, built in the early 80s, just outside Shinrone, Co....
Anja Murray
Anja and her partner live in a semi-detached house in Dublin 8. As an ecologist, Anja is very passionate about...
Shay and Olive Aylward
Shay and Olive built their two story detached home in Newport on the outskirts of Co. Limerick by direct labour...
Joanne & Pat Clarke
Joanne and Pat Clarke from Toomervara, Co. Tipperary retrofitted their 1960's bungalow in 2018 and prior to the retrofit, the...
Neil & Aileen Walker
Before Neil and Aileen Walker retrofitted their 1995-built timber frame house in Ballyboughal, North Dublin it had a C2 BER...
Yvonne Doyle
Yvonne Doyle’s detached four-bedroom family home that she and her husband built near Templemore, Co. Tipperary in 2004 was never...
The Hoyne Family
Seamus and Aileen Hoyne’s primary motivation in retrofitting their house was to improve their 165 square metre home near Roscrea,...
Charles Stanley Smith
Longtime environmentalist Charles Stanley Smith pondered for years about how to stop using oil-fired heating and to improve the energy...