Warmer Kiwi Homes grant heat pumps in Whangarei
The grant can cover most of the cost of a heat pump in an older, under-heated home. Here's how it works and how we sort the install once EECA gives you the tick.
The Warmer Kiwi Homes grant covers 80% of the cost of an approved heat pump, up to a $3,000 cap, for eligible owner-occupiers in older homes. You apply through EECA, not through us. Once you're approved, we install a unit that fits the grant and your home.
Why this grant matters for older Whangarei homes
Plenty of the weatherboard bungalows and villas across Raumanga, Otaika and Tikipunga were built well before 2008 with little or no insulation. Through a damp Northland winter they hold the cold, and you get condensation on the windows and mould creeping into the corners.
A heat pump dries the air and warms the room properly, which is exactly what the grant is aimed at. The lower-income valley suburbs are where the funding does the most good, because it lifts many of these homes into the range where a good heater is finally affordable.
How to apply for the funding through EECA
We're not an EECA-registered provider, so we don't handle the grant paperwork or approve applications. You apply directly through EECA (the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority), and they check whether your home and situation qualify.
It's worth doing that step first. Once EECA confirms your funding and the amount, you'll know your share of the heat pump installation cost before we start, with no surprises.
Getting the heat pump installed once you're approved
After your funding's confirmed, we handle the practical side: sizing the unit for your rooms, sorting the mounting, and doing a tidy heat pump installation in Whangarei. In an old villa with high ceilings and draughty gaps, getting the size and placement right matters more than in a newer, tighter home.
We'll walk you through where the indoor and outdoor units go so the runs are short and the wall it hangs on can take it. A single well-placed unit in the main living area is usually where the grant money goes furthest.
Picking a heat pump that suits an old bungalow
The grant covers approved units from the main brands, so you've got room to choose. We fit Daikin heat pumps and Mitsubishi Electric heat pumps, both of which have models that sit within the funded range and heat well in a leaky older home.
The right choice comes down to the room size, ceiling height and how much the house lets heat escape. We'll tell you plainly which model does the job without overspending on capacity you won't use. If you're still weighing up options, our pages on installation and running costs are a good next read.
Approved for the grant, or think you might be?
Give us a call on 09 434 1234 and we'll price up a unit that fits both your home and the funding.
Common questions about the Warmer Kiwi Homes grant
Who is eligible for the Warmer Kiwi Homes grant?
The grant is for owner-occupiers who live in the home and hold a Community Services Card or SuperGold Card with a Community Services Card, or whose home is in a lower-income area that EECA has identified. The home also needs to be older, built before 2008. EECA checks all of this when you apply, so it's worth confirming your eligibility with them first.
How much does the Warmer Kiwi Homes grant cover for a heat pump?
For an approved heat pump, the grant covers 80% of the cost up to a cap of $3,000, including GST. Your out-of-pocket amount depends on the unit and the install, so it varies from home to home. We'll give you a firm quote once you know your funding, so you can see your share before anything's booked.
Does my home need to be built before a certain date to qualify?
Yes. Your home needs to have been built before 2008 to qualify. Most of the older weatherboard bungalows and villas around the inner Whangarei suburbs fall well within that, but if you're unsure of your build date, EECA will confirm it as part of your application.
Which heat pumps are approved under Warmer Kiwi Homes?
The grant covers heat pumps from a list of approved models that EECA maintains, and it needs to be fitted by an approved installer under the programme. Both Daikin and Mitsubishi Electric have models that sit within the funded range. We'll help you match a suitable unit to your rooms once your funding's confirmed.
Ready once your funding comes through
Sorted your EECA approval, or planning a new heat pump either way? Send us your details and we'll quote the install for your Whangarei home.