Grants for a heat pump or insulation in Slovakia: where do I apply?
Most countries support home renovation with grants, tax credits or cheap loans. The schemes change often, so always check the official portal before you order work.
📜 The rules in Slovakia
Grants for heat pumps and insulation
Zelená domácnostiam, run by the Slovak Innovation and Energy Agency (SIEA), supports solar panels, solar collectors, heat pumps and biomass boilers: you reserve the grant, have the device installed, and the money goes to your bank account. Obnov dom, run by the Slovak Environment Agency, funds renovation of family houses.
- Obnov dom (Plán obnovy a odolnosti) covers insulation of walls, roof and ceilings, new windows and doors, heat pumps, solar collectors and biomass boilers; works must be done by professional contractors. (obnovdom.sk)
- Low-income households can get more support through Zelená solidarita, also run by SIEA. (zelenadomacnostiam.sk)
🪜 Step by step
- Find the national schemeThe official schemes in Slovakia and who runs them are listed below.
- Check the conditions before you orderMany grants must be requested before the work starts, and often need a certified installer or an energy audit.
- Get quotesAsk for several quotes that state the equipment and the performance the scheme requires.
- Apply on the official portalUse only the official website below. Keep invoices and certificates for the payout or a check.
📇 Who to contact
❓ Questions
Can I still apply after the work is done?
Often not. Many schemes require the application before the work starts. Check the official portal.
Is there extra help on a low income?
Some schemes pay more to low-income households. The portal below explains who qualifies.
Someone offers to handle the grant for me. Is that safe?
Be careful with door-to-door or phone offers. Check the company and apply through the official portal.
📎 Sources
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