Solar PV has gone from a niche upgrade to one of the smartest investments an Irish homeowner can make. With the SEAI grant and 0% VAT on installation, the payback period is shorter than ever. Here is what you need to know before you book.
How much is the SEAI solar grant?
The SEAI offers a grant of up to €1,800 towards a domestic solar PV system, with the exact amount based on the size of the array you install. On top of that, solar panel installation now carries 0% VAT, so the price you are quoted is the price you pay.
To qualify, your home must have been built and occupied before 2021, and the work must be carried out by an SEAI-registered installer like Moloney Electrical.
What can you realistically save?
A typical 4kW system on a Dublin or Kildare home generates enough electricity to cover a large share of daytime usage. Combined with the Clean Export Guarantee — where your supplier pays you for surplus energy sent back to the grid — most homeowners see meaningful reductions on every bill.
- Lower day-to-day electricity bills
- Payment for exported surplus energy
- Protection against future price rises
- A measurable boost to your BER rating
Is your home suitable?
Most pitched roofs are suitable, but orientation, shading and roof condition all matter. We carry out a free assessment, design the system around your usage, and handle the grant paperwork and ESB Networks notification for you.
Need this done at your place?
Moloney Electrical is Safe Electric registered and covers all of Dublin and Kildare. Get a free, no-obligation quote within 24 hours.
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