Up to 90% heat pump subsidies*

If your home doesn't already have a working heater, you may be eligible for a government grant covering up to 90% of the cost of a new heat pump through the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme. HRV is an approved Warmer Kiwi Homes provider, which means we can check your eligibility, handle the paperwork, and install your new heat pump, all through one free home assessment.

The Warmer Kiwi Homes programme offers up to 90% heat pump grants for the following HRV regions: Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Hawkes Bay, Taranaki, Wellington and Christchurch.

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Check Your Eligibility & Book a Free Assessment

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What is Warmer Kiwi Homes?

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government-funded programme, run by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA), that helps eligible New Zealand homeowners install insulation and heating at a significantly reduced cost. For heating, the programme currently funds up to 90% of the cost of a high-wall heat pump, up to a maximum grant value, for homeowners who meet the eligibility criteria*.

*As of September 2026, this is up to 90%, capped at $3,450, according to EECA's own Warmer Kiwi Homes page. This cap and percentage can change, so please confirm the current figure on eeca.govt.nz at the time of reading.

The programme exists because a cold, damp home has a real and measurable effect on the health of the people living in it, and because New Zealand's older, poorly insulated housing stock means a meaningful number of households are living without effective heating. As an approved Warmer Kiwi Homes provider, HRV can check whether you qualify, guide you through the funding process, and install your heat pump, so you don't have to navigate the government scheme on your own.

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Why it matters in New Zealand conditions

New Zealand homes are, on average, older and less well-insulated than homes in many comparable countries, and a large proportion were built before insulation was a building requirement. Without effective heating, indoor temperatures in these homes regularly fall well below the World Health Organisation's recommended minimum of 18°C in winter, which is linked to a higher risk of respiratory illness, especially for children, older people, and anyone with an existing health condition.

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Eligibility & What's Covered

Based on EECA's current published criteria for the Warmer Kiwi Homes heating grant, the core requirements are:

You own and live in the home.
The grant is not available for rental properties, holiday homes, baches, or Airbnb-style properties.

The home was built before 2008
Which is generally when insulation requirements tightened significantly under the Building Code.

The home doesn't currently have an operational heat pump, wood or pellet burner, flued gas heater, or central heating system.

You hold a Community Services Card or SuperGold Combo Card
Or you live in an area EECA has identified as low-to-middle income (checked automatically through EECA's online eligibility tool).

Insulation must meet EECA's standard before the heating grant is approved
If your home isn't currently insulated to that standard, this is normally addressed as part of the same programme.

Funding covers a high-wall heat pump only.
Ducted systems, floor consoles, and multi-split systems are not currently covered by the heating grant, though HRV can still install these as a self-funded option if a high-wall single-split doesn't suit your home.

Funding is limited and regionally allocated.
Availability can vary, particularly in more remote locations, so eligibility should be confirmed for your specific address rather than assumed from region alone.

*These criteria are taken from EECA's own Warmer Kiwi Homes information page, checked in September 2026. Government programme criteria, funding caps, and regional availability change from time to time, so please check the official site or check in with the HRV team for up-to-date information.

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Check your eligibility with the EECA

Full, current eligibility criteria, funding caps, and the official online eligibility checker are published directly by EECA at Warmer Kiwi Homes, Insulation and heater grants (EECA). HRV recommends every visitor confirm their own eligibility using EECA's official tool, since criteria can change and are ultimately determined by EECA, not by HRV.

The link between cold, damp homes and poor health outcomes for New Zealand children and older people is well documented; the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development's healthy homes standards work and Tenancy Services' healthy homes standards both set out the minimum heating and insulation benchmarks now required in rental housing, which are a useful reference point for owner-occupiers considering their own home's heating.

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How the grant helps Kiwis to stay warmer

Warmer Kiwi Homes (Grant-Funded)

You may be eligible if you meet income, Community Services Card
and property criteria.
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Funding covers up to 90% of the installation cost (subject to current EECA limits).
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Available for approved high-wall single-split heat pumps.
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Home insulation must meet EECA requirements before installation.
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Eligibility is checked through EECA's assessment process, with HRV acting as an approved provider.
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Installation timing depends on funding availability in your region.

Standard HRV Heat Pump Installation

Available to any homeowner.
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No funding restrictions or eligibility requirements.
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Choose the heat pump that best suits your home, including:
Single-split systems, Multi-split systems, Floor consoles, Ducted heat pumps
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No insulation requirements.
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Includes a free in-home assessment and quote.
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Faster installation timelines as there is no dependency on government funding rounds.

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Customer Testimonials

I have been a Hrv customer for a number of years.The system is fantastic we are very happy customers.Serviceman Paul Lawler came and done a absolutely brilliant job explaining everything and answering all my questions.He helped me apply for an EECA healthy homes Heatpump and took the time to get everything done rite.Thank you HRV and Paul.He is a brilliant asset to your company

Tom Vaioleti, Auckland

Am I eligible for a Warmer Kiwi Homes grant?

Eligibility generally depends on home ownership, when your home was built, whether you already have effective heating and insulation, and either holding a Community Services Card or SuperGold Combo Card, or living in an area EECA has identified as lower income. The quickest way to check is through EECA's official eligibility tool, or by getting in touch with HRV as an approved provider.

How much of the cost does the grant cover?

Based on EECA's current published terms, the heating grant can cover up to 90% of the cost of a high-wall heat pump, up to a capped amount

Does the grant cover heat pump installation for rental properties?

No. The Warmer Kiwi Homes grant is only available to homeowners who live in the property themselves. It doesn't apply to rental properties, though landlords have separate obligations under the Healthy Homes standards.

What type of heat pump does the grant cover?

Currently, the heating component of Warmer Kiwi Homes covers high-wall single-split heat pumps only. Ducted, multi-split, and floor console systems aren't covered by the grant, though HRV can install these as a self-funded option.

Do I need to organise the funding application myself?

No. As an approved Warmer Kiwi Homes provider, HRV checks your eligibility and manages the funding process as part of your free home assessment, so you don't need to deal with the paperwork separately.

Is there a cost to me if I qualify?

Even with the maximum grant, you may still need to cover a portion of the cost, since the grant covers up to 90% rather than the full amount. HRV will confirm your exact out-of-pocket cost, if any, once your eligibility and quote are finalised.

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Next Steps

Find out if your home qualifies for a Warmer Kiwi Homes grant. Book a free home assessment and HRV will check your eligibility and handle the funding process for you.